Gearbox GX2 Power
Our take on the GX2 Power Elongated
The Gearbox GX2 Power Hybrid combines a generous sweet spot with a design focused on consistent, efficient power. Built with Gearbox’s SST 2.0 CarbonRibCore, the paddle’s suspended carbon core increases dwell time, helping the face store and release energy with greater control. Paired with a 3K Raw Carbon Fiber hitting surface and a stable 16mm profile, it’s a solid fit for players who want reliable performance on drives and volleys, but soft touch on dinks and resets.
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
- Price
- $279.99
Is the GX2 Power Elongated worth $279.99?
Who should buy the GX2 Power Elongated?
How does the GX2 Power Elongated play?
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the GX2 Power Elongated?
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Questions people ask about the GX2 Power Elongated
Is the Gearbox GX2 Power a good paddle?
Yes. It's widely considered an elite power paddle for intermediate to advanced players, with explosive power on drives and in hands battles and exceptional durability from its carbon-rib core.
Are Gearbox pickleball paddles good?
Yes, especially if you value durability, a solid feel and high-end power, though their solid-core and carbon-rib construction makes them polarizing.
How much does the Gearbox GX2 Power cost?
$279.99. It's a 16mm elongated paddle with a medium handle, a high 118 swing weight and a 6.2 twist weight.
Is the Gearbox GX2 Power a foam paddle?
No. It uses Gearbox's SST 2.0 CarbonRibCore built from carbon fiber ribs, though foam is added in areas like the edge walls and channels.
Which Gearbox pickleball paddle is the best?
The GX2 Power is considered Gearbox's best and most well-rounded paddle, fixing the small sweet spots and stiffness of older Gearbox models with its SST Core 2.0.
Is the Gearbox GX2 Power USAP approved?
Yes, it's USA Pickleball approved.
What are some Gearbox GX2 Power alternatives?
JOOLA Pro V Series
Holbrook American Fuze
RPM Friction Pro
How We Tested
Our paddle reviewers (all 5.0+ players) work with other high-level players in their area to test paddles on a variety of shots. This testing involves several hours of drills and games in an effort to determine how the paddle impacts performance in real-world scenarios.
We use the Life Time LT Pro 48 pickleball for our testing.