• GAMMA Obsidian Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle, 10mm, 13mm, and 16mm Core Options, Comfortable Molded Foam Handle, and Customizable Handle Weight System
  • GAMMA Obsidian Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle, 10mm, 13mm, and 16mm Core Options, Comfortable Molded Foam Handle, and Customizable Handle Weight System
  • GAMMA Obsidian Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle, 10mm, 13mm, and 16mm Core Options, Comfortable Molded Foam Handle, and Customizable Handle Weight System
  • GAMMA Obsidian Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle, 10mm, 13mm, and 16mm Core Options, Comfortable Molded Foam Handle, and Customizable Handle Weight System
  • GAMMA Obsidian Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle, 10mm, 13mm, and 16mm Core Options, Comfortable Molded Foam Handle, and Customizable Handle Weight System
  • GAMMA Obsidian Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle, 10mm, 13mm, and 16mm Core Options, Comfortable Molded Foam Handle, and Customizable Handle Weight System
  • GAMMA Obsidian Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle, 10mm, 13mm, and 16mm Core Options, Comfortable Molded Foam Handle, and Customizable Handle Weight System
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GAMMA Obsidian Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle, 10mm, 13mm, and 16mm Core Options, Comfortable Molded Foam Handle, and Customizable Handle Weight System

GAMMA Obsidian Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle, 10mm, 13mm, and 16mm Core Options, Comfortable Molded Foam Handle, and Customizable Handle Weight System

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The GAMMA RCF Obsidian Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle represents GAMMA’s highly successful leap into high-performance, thermoformed unibody paddles. Designed with a sleek, aerodynamic tapered shape and an elongated profile, the Obsidian is engineered to cut through the air with minimal drag.

Its standout character lies in combining a high-spin raw carbon face with a customizable, vibration-dampening handle platform that lets players scale their performance from raw power to plush control.

Core Innovations & Advanced Ergonomics

  1. Toray T700 Raw Carbon Fiber Face: The hitting surface utilizes elite-grade Toray T700 carbon fiber. Its natural, long-lasting micro-texture provides maximum "ball bite" and extended dwell time, giving players immense rotational friction for heavy topspin drives and sharp-cutting slice returns.
  2. Thermoformed Unibody Design: Built under high heat and pressure, the face and core are molded as a single, continuous piece. This eliminates the weak points found in traditional multi-piece paddles, significantly boosting durability, energy return, and overall power.
  3. High-Density Foam-Injected Walls: The perimeter edge walls are injected with specialized foam before being sealed. This expands the sweet spot out to the absolute boundaries of the paddle face, minimizing twisting on off-center hits and providing heavy plow-through power.
  4. Comfortable Molded Foam Handle: Rather than a simple wrapped wooden or plastic handle, the Obsidian features a fully molded polyurethane (PU) foam handle body. This design structure features highly defined bevels for a secure grip, strengthens the handle-to-paddle joint, and acts as a primary filter to swallow harsh vibrations before they reach your arm.
  5. Customizable Handle Weight System: Built into the butt cap is a variable weight compartment. By using interchangeable weighted end caps (accessory kits sold separately), players can add counter-weight below their hand. This pulls the balance point down toward the handle, drastically increasing maneuverability and hand speed at the kitchen without needing to tape up the edge guard.

Core Thickness Options: Tailoring Your Playstyle

GAMMA offers the Obsidian in three distinct core thicknesses, allowing you to select the exact baseline response that matches your mechanics:

1- Obsidian 10mm (The Power Variant)

  1. Average Weight: ~7.9 oz
  2. Profile: A hyper-aggressive, thin-profile "banger's" paddle. The 10mm polymer honeycomb core maximizes exit velocity and creates an incredibly explosive, poppy response off the face.
  3. Best For: Advanced singles or aggressive doubles players who prioritize rapid put-aways, deep driving passing shots, and lightning-fast hand speed.

2- Obsidian 13mm (The All-Court Hybrid)

  1. Average Weight: ~8.0 oz
  2. Profile: The versatile middle ground of the lineup. It thins down enough to offer crisp feedback and punchy baseline depth, while retaining enough core mass to comfortably execute resets and dinks.
  3. Best For: All-court players who need the flexibility to smoothly transition between aggressive attacking drives and soft kitchen exchanges.

3- Obsidian 16mm (The Control Flagship)

  1. Average Weight: ~8.3 oz
  2. Profile: A thick, plush, defensive weapon. The 16mm core maximizes shock absorption, absorbs the energy of hot incoming balls, and maximizes ball dwell time for precision placement.
  3. Best For: Strategic players who win points via unattackable drops, precise resets, and heavy spin variations, as well as anyone seeking maximum protection against tennis elbow.

Specifications

  • Paddle Face Material: Certified Toray T700 Raw Carbon Fiber (RCF).
  • Core Material: Polypropylene Honeycomb (Thermoformed).
  • Core Options: 10mm (0.39") | 13mm (0.51") | 16mm (0.63").
  • Shape Profile: Elongated with Tapered Aerodynamic Edges.
  • Overall Length: 16-3/8 inches (41.6 cm).
  • Paddle Width: 7-3/8 inches (18.7 cm).
  • Grip Length: 5-3/4 inches (5.75") — Perfect for two-handed backhands.
  • Grip Size: 4-1/8 inches (Small/Thin profile).
  • Grip Type: GAMMA Signature Honeycomb Grip (Perforated & Cushioned).
  • Approval: USA Pickleball (USAPA) Approved for tournament play.