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  • Exit Velocity 42.11 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8780
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1554.90 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9233
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 3.43 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.2534
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 905.67 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8048
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 28.91 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.5470
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.44 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6840
    Handle Avg Head
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Best Suited For: Balanced Players

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Pro-level Spin Control
  • Spin Rate: 1554.90 RPM
Incredible Power Hitter
  • Balance Point: 9.44 in
  • Exit Velocity: 42.11 MPH
  • Swing Weight: 905.67 oz/sq in
Improved Stability
  • Balance Point: 9.44 in
  • Swing Weight: 905.67 oz/sq in
  • Twist Weight: 28.91 oz/sq in
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Features

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  • Paddle Weight: Average weight: 8.1 oz

  • Paddle Face Material: Dual Carbon Fiber Face

  • Paddle Core Material: Honeycomb Core

  • Paddle Shape: Elongated

  • Core Thickness: 16 mm

  • Paddle Length: 16.5''

  • Paddle Width: 7.5”

  • Grip Size — Standard: 4 1/4"

  • Handle Length — Standard: 4.5"

  • Lightweight Power: Designed for quick reflexes and dynamic swings, giving you the speed to dominate fast rallies.

  • Hybrid Control: Balances the explosive energy of an aggressive paddle with the smooth, responsive touch needed for finesse shots.

  • Injected Foam Perimeter: A solid foam-injected edge enhances stability, forgiveness, and sweet-spot consistency across the entire surface.

  • Octagon Impact Zone: The centered octagon graphic doubles as a training aid -helping players visualize where their shots land. When contact is made inside the octagon, the ball explodes off the paddle with maximum power and efficiency.

  • Balanced Feel: Optimized weight distribution provides a controlled, confident swing for players of all levels.

  • USAP Approved

Description

Tier 1 Recruit XL Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle

Get ready to revolutionize your fast-paced kitchen exchanges and baseline drives with the ultimate weapon for lightning-fast reflexes! Seamlessly blending explosive lightweight power with cutting-edge visual training tech, this elongated powerhouse is engineered to maximize your sweet spot and leave your opponents completely stranded. Made in the USA! 

Paddle Benefits

As a pickleball gear specialist, I am highly impressed by how the Tier 1 Recruit Widebody Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle delivers true hybrid control for players climbing the ranks. This innovative carbon fiber paddle effortlessly balances aggressive, explosive energy with the smooth, responsive touch required for delicate third-shot drops and finesse dinks. Built with an optimized weight distribution, it provides a beautifully balanced feel that yields a controlled, confident swing for players of all skill levels. If you want a quick-reacting paddle that thrives in high-speed hand battles at the kitchen line, its specialized lightweight power design ensures you always have the hand speed needed to dominate fast rallies.

From a technical standpoint, the structural engineering here is top-tier. The paddle features an premium injected foam perimeter around the edge, which significantly enhances stability, reduces torsional twist, and expands sweet-spot consistency across the entire widebody surface. Furthermore, the centered Octagon Impact Zone is a brilliant dual-purpose feature; it serves as a built-in visual training aid to help you track ball contact. When you nail the ball directly inside this target zone, the paddle face delivers maximum energy transfer, causing the ball to explode off the surface with pinpoint efficiency and power. For anyone looking to elevate their consistency and ball-striking accuracy, this paddle is an absolute game-changer.

Warranty

Tier 1 Pickleball offers a full 1-year warranty on their pickleball paddles, which is known for its "no questions asked" coverage against manufacturing defects and workmanship issues.

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