*Deflection (as measured by USA Pickleball Association)

3 kg: 1   (6.6 lb)                    5 kg: 2   (11 lb)

Weight Average: 9 ounces

Weight Range: 8.1 – 10.8 ounces

Grip Circumference: 4”

Grip Compression: 1/8”

Grip Tack: Medium

Grip Style: thin black wrap

Grip Manufacturer: Gamma

Grip Length:  5 ½”

Paddle Length: 15 ½”

Paddle Width: 8”

Paddle Face thickness: 7/16”

Paddle Face Finish:  Screen print design over fiberglass face

Edge Guard: ¼” overlapping paddle face

Wrist strap: No

Manufacturer:  Pro Lite Sports

What the Manufacturer says about the Paddle:

A new heavier weight classic size paddle for those players who prefer a heavier paddle

Longer handle for extra comfort

The ultimate in striking power!

Has a thicker "skin” giving it longer durability

Approx. 8.7 – 9.2 Oz

*What is Deflection?

Pickleball paddles have a rigid paddle face. The USA Pickleball Association measures how rigid a paddle face is by measuring the paddle face’s deflection.

The Association tests paddles by putting a weight on the center of the paddle face and measuring how much the paddle bends under the weight. This measurement is the paddle’s deflection.

Paddles are tested with a force of 3kg (6.6 lb) and a force of 5 kg (11.0 lb) applied to the center of the paddle face. Deflection is measured within a range of 1 to 4 thousandths of an inch (.001 inch). 

“Paddles which have a deflection greater than 5 thousandths of an inch at a test weight of 3 kg may produce a trampoline effect and shall be subject to further testing or placed on a list of paddles that do not meet specifications. (revised 1-28-12).”  USAPA Paddle Material Specifications, revised October 24, 2012.