Product Specs
| Weight: 355 grams / 12.5 oz |
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| Core Density: |
Construction: Titanium+Carbon |
| Balance: Head |
Grip Size: 4 3/8 in |
| Power Rating: 9 |
Control Rating: 9 |
| Stability Rating: 9 |
* ratings by Dropshot |
Description of the Paddle
High-end Oversize Competition beach tennis paddle. Titanium+Carbon construction for highest power, feel and stability. Oversize and Maximum length for most reach and torque. Built in silicon shock absorber for superior comfort.Weight: 12.7 ounces/360 grams (Standard)
About Dropshot Paddles
What's the difference between the Drop Shot paddles and other brands?
Drop Shot has been making paddles for 30 years and specializes in the manufacture of high-end paddles. Drop Shot is the only manufacturer with Titanium paddles making them ultra resilient and crack resistant. In addition Drop Shot has over a dozen models that differ in shape, weight balance, sweet spot placement and maneuverability to suit your style of play. Other brands may have 4 or 5 models but are basically the same paddle with different weights. Also important to check materials of other brands. Although some paddles may feel great at first, a lower quality core will lose resilience and start to crack - meaning less power, absorption and control. If you want a paddle with consistent play for more than just a few months choose a paddle made with the latest technology and highest quality materials.
Why don't the paddles have grit so I can put more spin on the ball?
Although grit can be very helpful in providing spin in stiffer paddles (i.e. platform paddles) it is ineffective and detrimental to the feel of these paddles. Because of the give of these paddles, the ball stays in the face of the paddle longer than the stiffer paddles. What gives the ball spin is the sharp edges of the holes which 'grab' onto the felt of the ball hence gripping it and providing all the spin you need. Some players have experimented with putting velcro adhesive or sprayed grit on the face of the paddles but the additional spin result is probably more psychological than factual. On top of that, feel and control is lost. It's like putting on a glove and trying to play the piano.
Do the paddles have a warranty?
Yes. Paddles have a 4 month warranty (from date of purchase) against any face breakage or cracking. There is no warranty against paint chipping, scratching or scraping on edges or rim of paddle. Warranty does not cover cracks or breakage due to wearing on rim or edge of paddle caused by scraping or other rubbing or hitting on hard surface. Warranty is also voided if paddle is painted over or altered in any way including adhering any surface on face (i.e. sandpaper or velcro.)
