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Element6 Zephyr vs Gherkin Draco
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Element6 Zephyr
Gherkin Draco
Price
$139.99
$179.99
Swing Weight
108
113
Twist Weight
6.84
6.66
Weight
7.8 oz
8 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
58 MPH
56.8 MPH
Pop
37.4 MPH
37 MPH
Spin
2021 RPM
2062 RPM
Shape
Hybrid
Hybrid
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 4
Gen 4
Balance
234mm
235mm
Element6 Zephyr
This paddle delivers 87th percentile power (58 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58 MPH puts it in the 87th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.4 MPH — top 9% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Exceptional stability — 6.84 twist weight is 82th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 108 is in the 17th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersAdvanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersDoubles Specialists
Code: PBEFFECT
Gherkin Draco
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Solid pop at 37 MPH (80th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersAdvanced / Tournament Players
Code: PBEFFECT
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