Babolat STRIKER PRO Pickleball Padel (Black/Red)

The Babolat STRIKER PRO Pickleball Paddle (Black/Red) is a high-performance power option built for competitive players seeking explosive pace, extra reach, and tour-level spin. Sitting above the AXS and EVO tiers in Babolat's pickleball lineup, the PRO series pairs advanced materials with a thinner core construction to deliver maximum pop and aggressiveness.

Performance Profile

1. Maximum Power & Pop: Engineered with a thinner 13 mm performance core, the Striker Pro offers minimal energy absorption upon contact, translating into maximum ball velocity for heavy baseline drives, overhead smashes, and aggressive put-aways.
2. Elongated Leverage & Reach: Its 16.5-inch elongated body shape acts as a natural lever, extending court coverage at the net and adding noticeable plow-through momentum on full swings.
3. Tour-Grade Spin Generation: Features Babolat’s advanced raw carbon friction surface (RPM MaxGrit), providing heavy traction to grip the ball for dipping topspin pass shots and sharp slice angles.
4. High-Speed Maneuverability: Weighing in around 230 g (~8.1 oz), it combines a balanced swing weight with an elongated profile, allowing for fast paddle acceleration without sacrificing power.

Best Suited For

1. Advanced & Aggressive Attacking Players: Ideal for tournament and high-level 4.0+ players who prefer an offensive playstyle dominated by deep drives, speed-ups, and aggressive third-shot drives.
2. Singles & Power Doubles Players: Excellent for singles play where elongated reach and baseline speed are paramount, as well as aggressive doubles players who play left-side/offense.
3. Tennis Converts & Two-Handed Backhanders: The extended 5.5-inch handle offers ample room for a comfortable two-handed grip and delivers a familiar lever-arm feel for players transitioning from tennis.

Specifications

• Colorway: Black / Red.
• Average Weight: 230 g ± 5g (~8.1 oz).
• Paddle Thickness: 13 mm (0.51 in).
• Total Length: 419 mm (16.5 in).
• Total Width: 190 mm (7.5 in).
• Grip Length: 140 mm (5.5 in).
• Protection: Heavy-duty Edge Guard.
• Handle Tech: Octagonal Tennis-Inspired PF Grip.
• Paddle Core: High-Density Polypropylene Honeycomb.
• Surface Finish: Premium Raw Carbon Fiber (RPM MaxGrit).