Power Focus Pickleball Paddles - Elongated Shape

Power focus pickleball paddles are designed for aggressive players. They are generally of an elongated shape for players who put more force behind attacking shots and react quickly during fast volleys. Their construction typically focuses on maximising energy transfer and creating a more explosive response off the paddle face.

Key features of power pickleball paddles:

• Elongated shape: Power paddles are often elongated, with an overall length of around 16.4in (417mm) and a longer handle of approximately 5.3in (135mm). This provides additional reach and leverage to help generate greater power.

• Thinner core: A thinner core generally provides less cushioning and a firmer response, creating more pop and efficient energy transfer when striking the ball.

• Heavier weight: Many power-focused paddles weigh over 227g, helping players put more weight behind drives, serves and overheads.

• Firmer construction: A harder or stiffer core reduces dwell time, allowing the ball to rebound from the paddle face more quickly for powerful drives, smashes and attacking shots.

What are the advantages of a thin core?

A thinner core absorbs less of the ball's impact, reducing the amount of time the ball remains on the paddle face, known as dwell time. This creates a quicker, more direct response and can help generate greater pace and power.

Not All Power Paddles Are Thin or Heavy

Core thickness and weight alone do not determine how powerful a paddle will be. Some 16 mm power paddles use stiffer core materials or construction methods to produce additional pop despite their thicker profile. Similarly, some lighter paddles can still deliver impressive power when their materials and construction are engineered for greater stiffness and efficient energy transfer.