Gearbox CX11Q Control 8.5oz Review
This paddle delivers crisp 11mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a standard shape.
Price: $199.99. Swing weight: 100. Twist weight: 5.5. Weight: 8.5 oz. Spin: 1488 RPM. Core: 11mm. Shape: Standard. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Quick hands — swing weight of 100 is in the bottom 2% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- Thin core (11mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- Limited spin at 1488 RPM (bottom 4%, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- Low stability — twist weight of 5.5 (bottom 8%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- Very light swing weight of 100 (bottom 2%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
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Gearbox
CX11Q Control 8.5oz
This paddle delivers crisp 11mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a standard shape.
Standard11mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
100
Twist Weight
5.5
Weight
8.5 oz
Core Thickness
11mm
Spin
1488 RPM
Grip Length
4.75"
Grip Size
3.625 & 3.9"
Pros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 100 is in the bottom 2% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thin core (11mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1488 RPM (bottom 4%, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.5 (bottom 8%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Very light swing weight of 100 (bottom 2%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
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