Luzz Glider – Chris Haworth signature
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- Shape
- Hybrid
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
- Price
- $109.00
Our take on the Glider
The all-new Luzz Glider comes in a hybrid shape that has a very low swingweight, making it extremely maneuverable in hands battles at the kitchen line. It’s competitive in terms of performance with several paddles that are twice the price or more, and we’re big fans of the Chris Haworth signature colorway.
Check out our full review of the Luzz Glider + an interview with Haworth here.
Is the Glider worth $109?
Yes. At $109 it sits in the low price range, and it is the Luzz Glider in Chris Haworth’s signature colorway, competing with paddles twice the price or more. We are big fans of the colorway.
Who should buy the Glider?
Players who want extreme maneuverability at the kitchen line, including advanced players, since PPA Tour pro Chris Haworth switched to it. It also suits budget-minded players who want a long-lasting grit. Big hitters who want more baseline power should look at a hotter paddle.
Buy it if
- You want a pro-approved paddle on a budget
- You win points in hands battles
- You want a long-lasting grit surface
- You like Haworth's signature colorway
Skip it if
- You want heavy power from the baseline
- You want a high swing weight
- You need a UPA-A approved paddle
How does the Glider play?
The hybrid shape and 107 swing weight make it extremely maneuverable in hands battles. The 984 Aero Grit surface spins the ball very well, and the 16mm Gen 3 core has a medium 6.1 twist weight. Power is medium, so it favors shaping shots over blasting them.
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Glider?
Its biggest edge is quickness and spin at a low price. The main cost is medium power rather than baseline pop.
Strengths
- Very low swing weight for fast hands
- Strong spin from the Aero Grit face
- Pro-level pedigree from a PPA Tour player
- Hybrid shape with medium twist weight
Trade-offs
- Medium power limits baseline pop
- Little mass to plow through shots
- Hybrid reach trails elongated shapes
Closest match we’ve tested
Luzz Glider – Chris Haworth signature vs Franklin C45 Parris Todd Signature
Same hybrid shape, same Gen 3 core and nearly the same power.
- Shape
- Hybrid
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
More specs
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 7.9 oz
- Swing Weight
- 107
- Twist Weight
- 6.1
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
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- Shape
- Hybrid
- Core Thickness
- 13mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
More specs
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 7.5 oz
- Swing Weight
- 104
- Twist Weight
- 5.5
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
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Questions people ask about the Glider
Is the Chris Haworth Luzz Glider worth $109?
Yes. It's the Luzz Glider in Chris Haworth's colorway, and it competes with paddles twice the price or more.
Is the Chris Haworth Luzz Glider good for advanced players?
It can be. PPA Tour pro Chris Haworth switched to it, and its very low swing weight makes it extremely maneuverable in hands battles at the kitchen line.
What is the swing weight of the Chris Haworth Luzz Glider?
107, with a medium 6.1 twist weight. It's a hybrid shape with a 16mm Gen 3 core and a medium-length handle.
Does the Chris Haworth Luzz Glider have good spin?
Yes. Its 984 Aero Grit surface spins the ball very well, and it's one of the cheapest paddles you can get with a long-lasting grit.
Is the Chris Haworth Luzz Glider USAP approved?
Yes, it's USA Pickleball approved.
What are some Luzz Glider – Chris Haworth signature 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 Glider measured power 76, spin 88, swing weight 107 and twist weight 6.1.
- One ball for every test. The Life Time LT Pro 48.