Gherkin Draco Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a hybrid shape.
Price: $179.99. Swing weight: 113. Twist weight: 6.66. Weight: 8 oz. Power: 56.8 MPH. Spin: 2062 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Hybrid. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Solid pop at 37 MPH (81th 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
- Beginners: Twist weight of 6.66 (73th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
- Advanced / Tournament Players: Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
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Gherkin
Draco
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a hybrid shape.
Hybrid16mm coreCarbonGen 4Firepower HighPower
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
113
36th percentile
Twist Weight
6.66
70th percentile
Weight
8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.8 MPH
86th percentile
Pop
37 MPH
90th percentile
Spin
2062 RPM
Very High
Balance
235mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Solid pop at 37 MPH (81th 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
Beginners
Twist weight of 6.66 (73th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Advanced / Tournament Players
Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
Lead Tape Optimizer
Customize how your Gherkin Draco plays by adding lead tape.