Gherkin Wraith H Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.7 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a hybrid shape.
Price: $135. Swing weight: 111. Twist weight: 6.1. Weight: 8 oz. Power: 56.7 MPH. Spin: 2035 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Hybrid. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- Great value at $135 — cheaper than 85% of paddles (avg $197)
- Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Advanced / Tournament Players: Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
- Budget-Conscious Buyers: At $135, it's cheaper than 85% of paddles (avg $197)
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Gherkin
Wraith H
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.7 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a hybrid shape.
Hybrid16mm coreCarbonGen 3Firepower HighAll-Court
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
111
23th percentile
Twist Weight
6.1
29th percentile
Weight
8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.7 MPH
83th percentile
Pop
36.4 MPH
60th percentile
Spin
2035 RPM
Very High
Balance
236mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Great value at $135 — cheaper than 85% of paddles (avg $197)
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Advanced / Tournament Players
Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
Budget-Conscious Buyers
At $135, it's cheaper than 85% of paddles (avg $197)
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