Paddle Specs
- Generation
- N/A
- Core Material
- T-700 Carbon Fiber
- Face Material
- 3K Woven Carbon Fiber
- RPM
- 1,480
- Shape
- Blade
- Paddle Weight
- 7.8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 98
- Twist Weight
- 4.69
- Handle Length
- 5.38 in
- Grip Size
- N/A
Description
Welcome the CX11 to the luxury line of pickleball paddles! Gearbox has done it again, this time with the CX11.
How the CX11E Power compares
The Gearbox CX11E Power is a 16mm blade pickleball paddle designed for power players, with a list price of $199. In PaddleDB's ratings it scores Spin 1 and Control 1 out of 100. It weighs 7.8 oz, has a swing weight of 98 and a twist weight of 4.69.
Strengths and trade-offs, by the numbers
Stands out for
- Swing weight of 98 is lighter than 100% of paddles — quick to move in hand battles.
- At 7.8 oz it is lighter than 100% of the paddles we track.
Trade-offs
- Control rating of 1/100 ranks 76 of 76 — in the bottom quarter for control.
- Spin rating of 1/100 ranks 99 of 99 — in the bottom quarter for spin.
- Twist weight of 4.69 is among the lowest in PaddleDB, so it will be less forgiving on mishits.
Where the CX11E Power ranks
- #3 Lightest Pickleball Paddles of 96
Gearbox CX11E Power specs
| Brand | Gearbox |
|---|---|
| Designed for | Power |
| Shape | Blade |
| Thickness | 16 mm |
| Length | 16.6 in |
| Width | 8 in |
| Face length | 11.22 in |
| Handle length | 5.38 in |
| Weight | 7.8 oz |
| Swing weight | 98 |
| Twist weight | 4.69 |
| Spin RPM | 1,480 |
| Core | T-700 Carbon Fiber |
| Face | 3K Woven Carbon Fiber |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| List price | $199 |
Paddles with similar ratings
Closest matches on Power, Control, Spin and Agility, favouring the same thickness and shape.
| Paddle | Power | Control | Spin | Agility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gearbox CX11E Power (this paddle) | N/A | 1 | 1 | N/A | $199 |
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2 | 17 | 43 | 45 | 49 | $145 |
| Friday Pickleball Original | 52 | 45 | 59 | 54 | $50 |
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield J1 | N/A | 56 | 43 | N/A | $165 |
| Bread & Butter Filth Elongated | 62 | 50 | 54 | 20 | $165 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Gearbox CX11E Power good for control?
Its Control rating is 1/100, ranking 76 of 76 paddles rated for control — higher than 0% of them.
What is the swing weight of the Gearbox CX11E Power?
98. That is heavier than 0% of the 106 paddles in PaddleDB with a measured swing weight (median 115.5).
How much does the Gearbox CX11E Power weigh?
7.8 oz. The median paddle in PaddleDB weighs 8.09 oz.
How much does the Gearbox CX11E Power cost?
The Gearbox CX11E Power has a list price of $199.
Ratings are relative to the 112 paddles in PaddleDB: 100 is the highest value in the database, 1 the lowest. How we rate paddles.