Gearbox GBX Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.5 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.
Price: $199.99. Swing weight: 122. Twist weight: 6.33. Weight: 8.5 oz. Power: 56.5 MPH. Spin: 1524 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Heavy swing weight of 122 (89th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- Limited spin at 1524 RPM (bottom 5%, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- On the heavy side at 8.5 oz (top 4%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
- Advanced / Tournament Players: Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
- Singles Players: Swing weight of 122 (89th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 122 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
Back to database
Gearbox
GBX
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.5 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.
Elongated16mm coreCarbonGen 3Firepower HighPower
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
122
57th percentile
Twist Weight
6.33
49th percentile
Weight
8.5 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.5 MPH
76th percentile
Pop
36.5 MPH
65th percentile
Spin
1524 RPM
Very High
Balance
235mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 122 (89th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1524 RPM (bottom 5%, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −On the heavy side at 8.5 oz (top 4%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Advanced / Tournament Players
Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
Singles Players
Swing weight of 122 (89th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 122 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
Video Review
Watch review on YouTubeLead Tape Optimizer
Customize how your Gearbox GBX plays by adding lead tape.