Thank you for sharing! So cool to see what’s inside. I started playing with gearbox recently and it seems I’ve started a trend in my area. Y’all keep killing it!
I really appreciated the detailed explanation of the manufacturing/design process that makes Gearbox paddles unique. I think it would add significant additional impact to provide a comparison to a competitor's top level paddle with a more typical design. The competitor's brand should be obfuscated to avoid any legal issues. Just a price point comparison and overview of the design differences with the same cutaway views to illustrate the points would be extremely effective, IMHO. Another good addition would be to include a lower end paddle that most beginner's start with. Again, conceal the brand but this target consumer represents a large market who isn't aware of why they should be upgrading to a top tier paddle from Gearbox as their skills progress.
Thanks! This is very helpful, I ordered the CX11 paddle and let my pickleball friends try out the paddle. They were impressed with the power generated but I was wondering how the carbon fiber was intergraded into the paddles.
Just ordered the Gearbox CX11E Orange Control Pickleball Paddle after years of playing with Gearbox racquetball racquets for the past few years.. Can't wait to test it out..
I am a purest and In My Opinion: Engineering wise, design wise, manufacturing wise, and product wise and quality wise. The Gearbox Elongated Pro Power Pickleball Paddle is the best Pickleball Paddle EVER made, even if we can no longer use it in tournament play. The Gearbox Elongated Pro Power Pickleball Paddle has everything I wanted, needed and looked for in a Pickleball paddle. I will continue to play with the two Elongated Gearbox Pro Power Pickleball Paddles that I bought until they wear out and I am 66. I doubt this will happen, but if you design, make and sell a Gearbox Pro Ultimate Hyper widebody pickleball paddle like the Gearbox Pro Power; power wise in a 14mm I would be interested in that paddle. You make the best Pickleball paddles in my opinion and it annoys me that the USAP can delist a paddle after originally saying it was okay. I know I appreciate everything you do.
As an am player, this is exactly what I was looking for .. I don't really care what the Pros use, I wanted to understand the technology. I can figure out how to use it on my own. I have several GBs and have settled on the CX14E .. love it. But I was unsure how it technically was superior. I see that several models are sold out. Good job.
What’s next for paddles? Would you consider allowing customers to pick a color, vs having to go with a color? Would you consider a 16mm paddle, similar to the 14E, just a little thicker? Love that your paddle weights are mostly on spec - no other manufacturer can make that claim!
Jim - believe us when we say 2023 is going to be a huge year for us. We are continuing to innovate and have some exciting new technology coming out. And you are on the right track with your ideas
That was quite interesting. After trying my friend’s Gearbox paddle, I am contemplating purchasing the CX14 as it is being advertised as a softer paddle that helps against bangers.
So I take it this is a closed mold process, or is it open? Is it vacuum infused, you said pressurized, does that mean you are using pumped resin to fill the mold? Does that yield more resin rich outer surface?
I usually buy the smallest handle I offered and the wrap it to the thickness I like at the moment. As my game changes I can either add or subtract thickness to the grip as I like.
This is Patrick not Joan. Gearbox is an awesome paddle because of the feel, pop and response. The biggest attribute is it’s durability and lack of an edge guard which I abhor because they look cheap. Anywhere I play the paddle attracts a great deal of interest. I wouldn’t use anything else because of its unique construction, superior material and the price point is spot on!
@@GearboxPickleball I’m in Tucson, not that far away from San Diego…..been years since I’ve seen anyone from GBox. I remember the days of EForce and seeing reps….
I am offering this comment as a constructive criticism and feedback. You keep making these videos trying to promote the advantages of your product using arguments that are totally irrelevant to the overwhelming majority of players (the potential buyers). The average player wants to know how the equipment can help him/her win games and play better. And, for them, material technology prowess is useless for sales pitch. For a game like pickleball, the marketing that works is association with proven winners. That's why the paddles associated with Ben Johns name sell like hot cakes and get sold out, in little time. That's why Selkirk finds so many suckers to part with $333 for an average paddle. I understand that Gearbox might not want to shell out big bucks for sponsoring top players; after all it is a business decision to make the expenditure. But your marketing for engineers (and I am one) does not work for the masses. If Joey Farias was smoking JW Johnson on court, playing singles, your product would be flying off the shelves. But it isn't.
Hello Sidney - Thank you for the feedback and we do appreciate you taking the time to write this. Yes we do agree sponsoring a top pickleball athlete will help in more visibility and sales of our paddles but we believe that is only one way. The majority of our marketing is directed to the benefits and how these paddles improve your game, like larger sweet spot, spin technology, control or power, extremely durable and much more. But this video was a deep dive and we know it is not for everyone. Well sense you are an engineer I hope you enjoyed this video. Also Gearbox products are flying off the shelves actually. Thanks again for reaching out.
@@GearboxPickleball this video is part of the reason why I bought this GX6 paddle, it sets itself apart from its competitors in a big way. Great video in my opinion everything I wanted to know.
Thank you for sharing! So cool to see what’s inside. I started playing with gearbox recently and it seems I’ve started a trend in my area. Y’all keep killing it!
We love hearing this and thanks for playing Gearbox
Really enjoying my GX6. Thanks for producing the most advanced Pickleball paddle I've ever owned.
I really appreciated the detailed explanation of the manufacturing/design process that makes Gearbox paddles unique. I think it would add significant additional impact to provide a comparison to a competitor's top level paddle with a more typical design. The competitor's brand should be obfuscated to avoid any legal issues. Just a price point comparison and overview of the design differences with the same cutaway views to illustrate the points would be extremely effective, IMHO.
Another good addition would be to include a lower end paddle that most beginner's start with. Again, conceal the brand but this target consumer represents a large market who isn't aware of why they should be upgrading to a top tier paddle from Gearbox as their skills progress.
Good response, I agree.
I love your gearbox paddles. They feel really solid and have good texture compared to other brands I've tried
Thanks! This is very helpful, I ordered the CX11 paddle and let my pickleball friends try out the paddle. They were impressed with the power generated but I was wondering how the carbon fiber was intergraded into the paddles.
That's awesome. We are glad your friends were impressed by the power.
Just ordered the Gearbox CX11E Orange Control Pickleball Paddle after years of playing with Gearbox racquetball racquets for the past few years.. Can't wait to test it out..
I am a purest and In My Opinion: Engineering wise, design wise, manufacturing wise, and product wise and quality wise. The Gearbox Elongated Pro Power Pickleball Paddle is the best Pickleball Paddle EVER made, even if we can no longer use it in tournament play.
The Gearbox Elongated Pro Power Pickleball Paddle has everything I wanted, needed and looked for in a Pickleball paddle.
I will continue to play with the two Elongated Gearbox Pro Power Pickleball Paddles that I bought until they wear out and I am 66.
I doubt this will happen, but if you design, make and sell a Gearbox Pro Ultimate Hyper widebody pickleball paddle like the Gearbox Pro Power; power wise in a 14mm I would be interested in that paddle. You make the best Pickleball paddles in my opinion and it annoys me that the USAP can delist a paddle after originally saying it was okay. I know I appreciate everything you do.
This is cool. Nerdily…Awesome!
Yes Rafael is so passionate about innovation and sure knows his stuff. Glad you enjoyed
As an am player, this is exactly what I was looking for .. I don't really care what the Pros use, I wanted to understand the technology. I can figure out how to use it on my own. I have several GBs and have settled on the CX14E .. love it. But I was unsure how it technically was superior. I see that several models are sold out. Good job.
We appreciate your support and we do take Innovation and technology very serious to create the best paddles in Pickleball.
What’s next for paddles? Would you consider allowing customers to pick a color, vs having to go with a color? Would you consider a 16mm paddle, similar to the 14E, just a little thicker? Love that your paddle weights are mostly on spec - no other manufacturer can make that claim!
Jim - believe us when we say 2023 is going to be a huge year for us. We are continuing to innovate and have some exciting new technology coming out. And you are on the right track with your ideas
That was quite interesting. After trying my friend’s Gearbox paddle, I am contemplating purchasing the CX14 as it is being advertised as a softer paddle that helps against bangers.
I think you would love the CX14 paddle and hope you give it a try.
@@GearboxPickleball I finally did purchase it and am very pleased with it 😁👍
So I take it this is a closed mold process, or is it open? Is it vacuum infused, you said pressurized, does that mean you are using pumped resin to fill the mold? Does that yield more resin rich outer surface?
Looking forward to the technology being utilized on the upcoming Gearbox GBX pickleball paddle.
I have a large hand and your grip circumference is under 4 inches. Why is that? Why not offer 4 1/4 or even 4/12? Thanks
Have you tried overwrap grip. This might help ua-cam.com/video/koLTOMzcfH4/v-deo.html
I usually buy the smallest handle I offered and the wrap it to the thickness I like at the moment. As my game changes I can either add or subtract thickness to the grip as I like.
I'm so curious to see how a CX14 Power would play!
That's not a bad idea
@@GearboxPickleball I'd be happy to test :D
@@GearboxPickleball it happened!! 🎉
This is Patrick not Joan. Gearbox is an awesome paddle because of the feel, pop and response. The biggest attribute is it’s durability and lack of an edge guard which I abhor because they look cheap. Anywhere I play the paddle attracts a great deal of interest. I wouldn’t use anything else because of its unique construction, superior material and the price point is spot on!
Patrick - thanks for sharing and we really appreciate it.
You need to have reps out in the field going to pro shops showing your products.
We are continuing to grow our footprint and trying to reach as many places as possible.
@@GearboxPickleball I’m in Tucson, not that far away from San Diego…..been years since I’ve seen anyone from GBox. I remember the days of EForce and seeing reps….
I'm a gearboxer for life. Curious how you QC the internals during fabrication. X-ray, ultrasound????
X ray works well. We know when the internal portion of the paddle fails by inspecting the outside of the paddle.
Wtf is he talking about? You just talked me out of a gearbox.
Hire a spokesperson
This is the CEO / Head Engineer - he invented all this and shares his knowledge
I am offering this comment as a constructive criticism and feedback. You keep making these videos trying to promote the advantages of your product using arguments that are totally irrelevant to the overwhelming majority of players (the potential buyers). The average player wants to know how the equipment can help him/her win games and play better. And, for them, material technology prowess is useless for sales pitch. For a game like pickleball, the marketing that works is association with proven winners. That's why the paddles associated with Ben Johns name sell like hot cakes and get sold out, in little time. That's why Selkirk finds so many suckers to part with $333 for an average paddle. I understand that Gearbox might not want to shell out big bucks for sponsoring top players; after all it is a business decision to make the expenditure. But your marketing for engineers (and I am one) does not work for the masses. If Joey Farias was smoking JW Johnson on court, playing singles, your product would be flying off the shelves. But it isn't.
Hello Sidney - Thank you for the feedback and we do appreciate you taking the time to write this. Yes we do agree sponsoring a top pickleball athlete will help in more visibility and sales of our paddles but we believe that is only one way. The majority of our marketing is directed to the benefits and how these paddles improve your game, like larger sweet spot, spin technology, control or power, extremely durable and much more. But this video was a deep dive and we know it is not for everyone. Well sense you are an engineer I hope you enjoyed this video. Also Gearbox products are flying off the shelves actually. Thanks again for reaching out.
Personally, I love hearing about the tech for the paddles. It's what I was searching for, as I consider a Gearbox paddle. But that's just me.
@@GearboxPickleball this video is part of the reason why I bought this GX6 paddle, it sets itself apart from its competitors in a big way. Great video in my opinion everything I wanted to know.
I’m brand new, and I really appreciate videos like this actually. Maybe not for everyone, but I’m an over researcher.