Holbrook Fuze
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- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
- Price
- $229.99
Our take on the Fuze Elongated
The Holbrook Fuze uses a “dual density core” that features a low-density foam in the bottom/middle of the paddle and a high-density foam at the top of the paddle and down the sides. Holbrook says these layers were strategically placed to enhance power on full swings while adding forgiveness on off-center hits.
Is the Fuze Elongated worth $229.99?
Yes, for players who want foam power that stays manageable. At $229.99 it sits in the high price range, and it trades a little of the raw punch of the Selkirk Boomstik or Bread & Butter Loco for control and extra forgiveness on mishits.
Who should buy the Fuze Elongated?
Players who enjoy the crisp, lively response of full foam but want less raw power to manage. It is quick to get used to, and an aramid layer on the face is meant to boost feel on softer shots. Players who prize plush dinks will want something softer.
Buy it if
- You like firm, poppy full foam
- You want foam power dialed back
- You want a predictable response off the face
- You want forgiveness on off-center hits
Skip it if
- You want the most power in a foam paddle
- You want a plush feel on dinks and drops
- You like heavy topspin roll dinks
How does the Fuze Elongated play?
Dual-density foam helps activate power when you hit the center of the face. Drives will not blow opponents away, but you get a good read on how the ball leaves the face, so you can rip a weak return. Punch volleys put you ahead in hands battles without being hard to control, at a 116 swing weight.
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Fuze Elongated?
Its biggest edge is controllable, predictable foam power. The main cost is a firm, poppy feel that makes dinks and drops harder to shape.
Strengths
- Controllable power for a foam paddle
- Forgiving on off-center hits
- Stable, forgiving feel on resets
- Flicks on par with many foam paddles
Trade-offs
- Firm feel makes topspin dinks harder
- Pace is harder to absorb on resets
- Trails Gen 3 paddles on flick pocketing
Closest match we’ve tested
Holbrook Fuze vs Luzz Pro 4 Inferno
Same elongated shape, same 16mm Gen 4 core and nearly the same power.
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 7.9 oz
- Swing Weight
- 116
- Twist Weight
- 6
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
15% off with code KITCHEN
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 7.9 oz
- Swing Weight
- 119
- Twist Weight
- 6.2
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
15% off with code KITCHEN
15% off with KITCHEN
15% off with KITCHEN
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Questions people ask about the Fuze Elongated
Is the Holbrook Fuze worth $229.99?
Yes, if you want full-foam power with a bit more forgiveness. Its dual-density core adds power on center hits and is a little kinder on mishits.
Who should buy the Holbrook Fuze?
Players who like the firm, poppy feel of full foam but want the power dialed back a little. It's easy to adjust to and predictable off the face.
Is the Holbrook Fuze a power paddle or a control paddle?
It leans toward control for a foam paddle. It's more controllable than the Selkirk Boomstik or Bread & Butter Loco, so drives and serves won't overwhelm opponents.
Does the Holbrook Fuze have good spin?
It's solid for full foam. Shot shaping on flicks matches or beats many foam paddles but trails many Gen 3 options, and the firm feel makes topspin roll dinks harder.
Is the Holbrook Fuze USAP approved?
Yes, it's approved by both USA Pickleball and the UPA-A, so it's legal in any sanctioned tournament.
What are some Holbrook Fuze alternatives?
How we test every paddle
Why trust our ratings? Every paddle is played by Team Kitchen, our team of expert paddle reviewers, and measured on the same scale before we rate it.
- Expert reviewers. All 5.0+ players, testing alongside other high-level players in their area.
- Hours of drills and games. Every kind of shot, in real points, to see how a paddle plays in a match and not just on paper.
- Measured on the same scale. Power, spin, swing weight and twist weight for every paddle, so any two compare fairly. The Fuze Elongated measured power 92, spin 83, swing weight 116 and twist weight 6.
- One ball for every test. The Life Time LT Pro 48.