Pro Power Elongated 8.0
54/100PaddleDB score#51 of 58 paddles
Performance
Paddle Specs
- Generation
- N/A
- Core Material
- 14mm carbon fiber SSTCore
- Face Material
- Raw Toray T-700 carbon fiber
- RPM
- 1,950
- Shape
- Elongated
- Paddle Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 121
- Twist Weight
- 5.16
- Handle Length
- 4.25 in
- Grip Size
- 4
Description
This translates to a paddle that's less "jumpy" during fast kitchen exchanges, giving you a noticeable edge in control when things heat up. Players who rely on full swings from the baseline will also appreciate the added dwell time, which helps keep aggressive drives in check without sacrificing power. Under the hood, the J2FC+ features a Gen 3 foam ring and a pure three-layer carbon fiber face, contributing to its controlled and forgiving nature.
How the Pro Power Elongated 8.0 compares
The Gearbox Pro Power Elongated 8.0 is a 14mm elongated pickleball paddle designed for power players, with a list price of $275. In PaddleDB's ratings it scores Power 92, Pop 83, Spin 64, Agility 15 and Control 43 out of 100. Its strongest rating is Power, higher than 76% of the 82 paddles rated for power. Its all-round score of 54 ranks #51 of 58 paddles rated in all four core categories. It weighs 8 oz, has a swing weight of 121 and a twist weight of 5.16.
Strengths and trade-offs, by the numbers
Stands out for
- Power rating of 92/100 — higher than 76% of the 82 paddles PaddleDB has rated for power.
Trade-offs
- Control rating of 43/100 ranks 74 of 76 — in the bottom quarter for control.
- Twist weight of 5.16 is among the lowest in PaddleDB, so it will be less forgiving on mishits.
- Agility rating of 15/100 ranks 81 of 85 — in the bottom quarter for agility.
- Swing weight of 121 is heavier than 86% of paddles — more plow-through, but slower to react at the net.
Where the Pro Power Elongated 8.0 ranks
- #2 Best 14mm Pickleball Paddles of 13
Gearbox Pro Power Elongated 8.0 specs
| Brand | Gearbox |
|---|---|
| Designed for | Power |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Thickness | 14 mm |
| Length | 16.25 in |
| Width | 7.5 in |
| Face length | 12 in |
| Handle length | 4.25 in |
| Grip size | 4 in |
| Weight | 8 oz |
| Swing weight | 121 |
| Twist weight | 5.16 |
| Spin RPM | 1,950 |
| Core | 14mm carbon fiber SSTCore |
| Face | Raw Toray T-700 carbon fiber |
| Surface texture | TXR Surface Grip Technology |
| Approval | USAP |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| List price | $275 |
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 Pro Power Elongated 8.0 (this paddle) | 92 | 43 | 64 | 15 | $275 |
| Joola Hyperion Pro IV (14mm) | N/A | 49 | 68 | N/A | $279.95 |
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. J5 | N/A | 50 | 62 | N/A | $165 |
| Enhance MPP Turbo Elongated | 93 | N/A | 78 | 30 | $119.99 |
| Joola Perseus Pro IV (14mm) | N/A | 48 | 61 | 37 | $279.95 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Gearbox Pro Power Elongated 8.0 good for power?
Yes. Its Power rating is 92/100, ranking 17 of 82 paddles PaddleDB has rated for power — higher than 76% of them.
Is the Gearbox Pro Power Elongated 8.0 good for control?
Its Control rating is 43/100, ranking 74 of 76 paddles rated for control — higher than 1% of them.
What is the swing weight of the Gearbox Pro Power Elongated 8.0?
121. That is heavier than 86% of the 106 paddles in PaddleDB with a measured swing weight (median 115.5).
How much does the Gearbox Pro Power Elongated 8.0 weigh?
8 oz. The median paddle in PaddleDB weighs 8.09 oz.
Is the Gearbox Pro Power Elongated 8.0 USAP approved?
Yes — PaddleDB lists it as approved by USAP. Approval lists change, so confirm on the official list before a sanctioned event.
How much does the Gearbox Pro Power Elongated 8.0 cost?
The Gearbox Pro Power Elongated 8.0 has a list price of $275.
Ratings are relative to the 112 paddles in PaddleDB: 100 is the highest value in the database, 1 the lowest. How we rate paddles.