Thank you for your time and posting. Just sold my Gearbox Pro Elongated. I had it for two months and it just wasn't for me. I'm going to get either the Infinity DBD or the Volair Mach 2 Forza.
Great review! The PPE has been my go to paddle for the past 3 months. It is even better when you had about 5-6 inches of 1 gram per inch lead on each side of the throat and add 2 overgrips since the handle is extremely thin at 4’. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts on the control elongated. Also, the next sleeper paddle will be from a company called Lunar. Remember where you heard it first!
I like luca a lot but no. Pickleball studio and john kew both have higher production quality and supply more numbers around spin, pop, and power. They are more detailed in their assessments and do a better job differentiating between when they are talking about paddles of different thicknesses. Plus luca comparatively is not as good as some other reviewers and so lacks a bit of nuance when it comes to talking about shots like resets and speed ups. Dont get me wrong I like luca but its just false imo to call him the best reviewer
Agree with wolf. Another knock is his reviews are only from the perspective of singles when the vast majority of rec players are doubles only which is vastly different. His court play looks more like tennis than pickleball. I do have to give him props for playing on snow/ice! WTH bro! Are there NO indoor courts in your area!?!?!?
hey luca hope you’re seeing this but i have a question, im seeing that people prefer the CX14E Ultimate Power over the Pro Power Elongated and i wanna know why?
Another great review! In your “Best of 2023,” you gave the “Power Award” to the Hyperion C2 (which I am STRONGLY considering to replace my Hyperion CFS 16mm Swift)-pending review of this incoming Gearbox paddle. Now that you’ve had time with both, what is your assessment? Of these two paddles, which is the best for power without sacrificing control? For singles and doubles? Thanks again!
Thank you! It's a very good question and I'll say the Pro Power certainly has more power, but which has a better power to control ratio will depend on your preference. The Pro Powers have that unique flexy feel which will give nice control in the long run but the C2 will be more traditional, and still has a large sweet spot, just not much softness.
@@RacketsandRunnersPickleball - Thanks for the quick reply! Now leaning more heavily toward the C2 due to your original review and the larger sweet spot.
You mentioned shorter ad was having less sweet spot stability but you were just praised the Forza two little while ago and how great it was it that very same feature. Did you forget?
The thing with the Fusion is that it's shorter and narrower. The Mach 2 is shorter and wider so while it may have a shorter sweetspot, it's also noticeably wider.
I’ve been playing with the Forza two and my kitchen exchanges have never been better as well as my touch shots, but I really wanted it for the Fast exchanges, and it just made all the difference in the world
Hi. I need some guidance. I come from a Tennis background. I recently moved up to 4.0 pickleball level. I’ve been playing with a P Apes Proline Energy and I really like that paddle, but feel I need more power and pop at higher levels. What paddle would you recommend?
That's a great paddle but the Pro Power Elongated would also be great for yourself. You could also try the Body Helix X-3 Pro which has very tennis-like properties.
If you are one of the many who paid a premium for this paddle and got a dud. And Gearbox won't stand behind the warranty. Simply file a claim in your community small claims court to hold them accountable. Not sure what is worse their quality control or their customer service.
@@RacketsandRunnersPickleball do you have the same reviewers for both? do change how bounce between the sports? its quite impressive how you pull it off. Hope im not intruding with these q's.
Pickleball paddle reviews. How to write better reviews. I wished you would have spoken more about the pro power elongated paddle instead of the fusion Paddle. My suggestion would be. Just make video's from now on of a single paddle only. without comparing it to any other paddle So that your focus is on how the playability, the feel and what you found good about the pad and what you did not like about the paddle. Don't be like all of the other reviewers. I wish you would do a video another video on the pro power elongated paddle only and don't compare to any other paddle because that does no one any good if they have not used the other paddles that you are comparing it to Tell us what your impression of using the paddle only was by telling us how it feels, did you like it, it's strong and weak points, how did it fell did you like it yes or no and why and what you thought about it and what you were able to do with it and how you liked it? Did it make you a better player or do you think it could make you a better player and why or why not. Basically intangibles that matter to a person playing pickleball. This way it is all about the paddle you are playing with and reviewing only? This is Just a thought on how you could improve you reviews. Do not be like all of the other reviewers who spew out stats and the same content who do the same types of review.
Most overrated paddle on the market. Several of the guys in my area have sent them back to the company or sold them on Ebay because they had very little power. I played with the power pro elongated for 2 days and was very disappointed. Not a good paddle and every reviewer is saying the opposite.
Sounds like you/other guys in your are may have given up too soon. I've read similar comments to yours (lack of power) but apparently there's a break-in period for the full power potential to be achieved.
@@seanwilson512 Correct. The carbon fiber rods need about 3 weeks of solid play to loosen up for the trampoline effect to take place. Without the break in period, it's stiff and dull.
Yes I heard about this "break in period" and I think it's hilarious because it makes no sense that anyone would pay $300 for a paddle that needs to be "broken in" first. Gearbox handled my case horribly and didn't even answer my many emails. Shout out to Just Paddles who did offer me a credit for the paddle though. I am to the point now where I am probably going to make a video about this because I have a lot of people on my side now. Maybe you got one of the "good ones". lol @@seanwilson512
These paddles are like a box of chocolates!! Gearbox quality control is horrible!! Everyone they make is different. They send the best ones to the reviewers. I predict Gearbox will not be in business in a year. The cost of all their warranty claims is burying them. They went all in on these Pro paddles. This crap company now barely has a heartbeat.
Thank you for your time and posting. Just sold my Gearbox Pro Elongated. I had it for two months and it just wasn't for me. I'm going to get either the Infinity DBD or the Volair Mach 2 Forza.
Same here. Sweet spot felt extremely small.
Those are two great options for sure!
Great review! The PPE has been my go to paddle for the past 3 months. It is even better when you had about 5-6 inches of 1 gram per inch lead on each side of the throat and add 2 overgrips since the handle is extremely thin at 4’. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts on the control elongated. Also, the next sleeper paddle will be from a company called Lunar. Remember where you heard it first!
They finally got em lol after the delays….
Lunar will be insane!
JOOLA ALPHA 👀
How do you feel about it in doubles? Feel like my kitchen speed would lack
@@M0stlyHarmless9 kitchen speed is very fast. The paddle is so thin and has no edgeguard, it’s like a blade.
Luqa is probably the best pickleball reviewer in the world right now
I definitely agree!
I like luca a lot but no. Pickleball studio and john kew both have higher production quality and supply more numbers around spin, pop, and power. They are more detailed in their assessments and do a better job differentiating between when they are talking about paddles of different thicknesses. Plus luca comparatively is not as good as some other reviewers and so lacks a bit of nuance when it comes to talking about shots like resets and speed ups. Dont get me wrong I like luca but its just false imo to call him the best reviewer
Agree with wolf. Another knock is his reviews are only from the perspective of singles when the vast majority of rec players are doubles only which is vastly different. His court play looks more like tennis than pickleball. I do have to give him props for playing on snow/ice! WTH bro! Are there NO indoor courts in your area!?!?!?
Top 30 for sure.
@@RacketsandRunnersPickleball easily top 10
hey luca hope you’re seeing this but i have a question, im seeing that people prefer the CX14E Ultimate Power over the Pro Power Elongated and i wanna know why?
Another great review! In your “Best of 2023,” you gave the “Power Award” to the Hyperion C2 (which I am STRONGLY considering to replace my Hyperion CFS 16mm Swift)-pending review of this incoming Gearbox paddle. Now that you’ve had time with both, what is your assessment? Of these two paddles, which is the best for power without sacrificing control? For singles and doubles? Thanks again!
Thank you! It's a very good question and I'll say the Pro Power certainly has more power, but which has a better power to control ratio will depend on your preference. The Pro Powers have that unique flexy feel which will give nice control in the long run but the C2 will be more traditional, and still has a large sweet spot, just not much softness.
@@RacketsandRunnersPickleball - Thanks for the quick reply! Now leaning more heavily toward the C2 due to your original review and the larger sweet spot.
Sounds similar to the engage people MX. Would love to see your opinion on that paddle to know more of the differences.
Unfortunately, we don't carry Engage.
This paddle is fantastic
You mentioned shorter ad was having less sweet spot stability but you were just praised the Forza two little while ago and how great it was it that very same feature. Did you forget?
The thing with the Fusion is that it's shorter and narrower. The Mach 2 is shorter and wider so while it may have a shorter sweetspot, it's also noticeably wider.
I’ve been playing with the Forza two and my kitchen exchanges have never been better as well as my touch shots, but I really wanted it for the Fast exchanges, and it just made all the difference in the world
random questin but what shoes do you have? THey look comfy and grippy (if there wasn't ice)
Those are the original Nike Vapor Pro. Unfortunately no longer available.
Hi Luca, any chance to review the new Poach Havoc M3?
Thanks
I'll definitely get it done if we do bring them in.
when did you get these paddles? I notice they call them integra instead of fusion now on their website
I got these in December; it's just a name change (not sure why) but they are still the same paddles.
Hi. I need some guidance. I come from a Tennis background. I recently moved up to 4.0 pickleball level. I’ve been playing with a P Apes Proline Energy and I really like that paddle, but feel I need more power and pop at higher levels. What paddle would you recommend?
That's a great paddle but the Pro Power Elongated would also be great for yourself. You could also try the Body Helix X-3 Pro which has very tennis-like properties.
If you are one of the many who paid a premium for this paddle and got a dud. And Gearbox won't stand behind the warranty. Simply file a claim in your community small claims court to hold them accountable. Not sure what is worse their quality control or their customer service.
how do you like reviewing pickleball as well as tennis?
I love it! It can get a little confusing sometimes but it's great.
@@RacketsandRunnersPickleball do you have the same reviewers for both? do change how bounce between the sports? its quite impressive how you pull it off. Hope im not intruding with these q's.
Isn't the fusion called Integra now
Yeah 👍
Same thing
I believe they just changed the name, not sure why.
Pickleball paddle reviews.
How to write better reviews.
I wished you would have spoken more about the pro power elongated paddle instead of the fusion Paddle. My suggestion would be. Just make video's from now on of a single paddle only. without comparing it to any other paddle So that your focus is on how the playability, the feel and what you found good about the pad and what you did not like about the paddle. Don't be like all of the other reviewers.
I wish you would do a video another video on the pro power elongated paddle only and don't compare to any other paddle because that does no one any good if they have not used the other paddles that you are comparing it to
Tell us what your impression of using the paddle only was by telling us how it feels, did you like it, it's strong and weak points, how did it fell did you like it yes or no and why and what you thought about it and what you were able to do with it and how you liked it? Did it make you a better player or do you think it could make you a better player and why or why not. Basically intangibles that matter to a person playing pickleball. This way it is all about the paddle you are playing with and reviewing only?
This is Just a thought on how you could improve you reviews. Do not be like all of the other reviewers who spew out stats and the same content who do the same types of review.
Thank you for your feedback!
$380 for this paddle? I’ll stop you right there 😂.
Most overrated paddle on the market. Several of the guys in my area have sent them back to the company or sold them on Ebay because they had very little power. I played with the power pro elongated for 2 days and was very disappointed. Not a good paddle and every reviewer is saying the opposite.
Sounds like you/other guys in your are may have given up too soon. I've read similar comments to yours (lack of power) but apparently there's a break-in period for the full power potential to be achieved.
@@seanwilson512 Correct. The carbon fiber rods need about 3 weeks of solid play to loosen up for the trampoline effect to take place. Without the break in period, it's stiff and dull.
Yes I heard about this "break in period" and I think it's hilarious because it makes no sense that anyone would pay $300 for a paddle that needs to be "broken in" first. Gearbox handled my case horribly and didn't even answer my many emails. Shout out to Just Paddles who did offer me a credit for the paddle though. I am to the point now where I am probably going to make a video about this because I have a lot of people on my side now. Maybe you got one of the "good ones". lol @@seanwilson512
These paddles are like a box of chocolates!! Gearbox quality control is horrible!! Everyone they make is different. They send the best ones to the reviewers. I predict Gearbox will not be in business in a year. The cost of all their warranty claims is burying them. They went all in on these Pro paddles. This crap company now barely has a heartbeat.