Gearbox CX11 Elongated Power review

The CX11 Elongated Power uses the construction Gearbox is known for: a patented Solid Span Technology core made of ribbed carbon fiber chambers, molded with the face and perimeter as one piece rather than a honeycomb sandwich. The face is 3K woven carbon fiber, the paddle is 11mm thick and weighs 8.5 oz, and the elongated shape measures 16.5 by 7 3/8 inches with a 5.5 inch handle. Gearbox offers two grip sizes, 3 5/8 or 3 15/16 inches, which helps players with smaller hands. When we checked, the price had dropped from $199.99 to $79.99, which makes it the second cheapest paddle here. The catch for our audience is feel. A heavy, thin, stiff paddle rewards strong, compact swings and punishes mistimed dinks, so most beginners will find the widebody and 16mm paddles on this list easier to control. It suits a player who already likes a firm, powerful response.

Who it is for

power hitters on a budget who like a heavy, thin paddle

Price

$79.99 at the Gearbox US store when checked, marked down from $199.99.

Sale price $79.99 $199.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 11, 2026.

Key features

• Patented SST ribbed carbon fiber core with one-piece construction
• 3K woven carbon fiber face
• 11mm thickness, the thinnest on this list
• 8.5 oz weight
• Elongated 16.5 by 7 3/8 inch shape, 5.5 inch handle, two grip sizes

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Marked down from $199.99 to $79.99 when checked
• Strength: Two grip sizes: 3 5/8 or 3 15/16 inches
• Strength: Long handle suits two-handed shots
• Weakness: 8.5 oz is the heaviest paddle on this list
• Weakness: Thin 11mm core favors power over soft control
• Weakness: 1-year warranty

Key facts

• Price: $79.99
• Core: SST ribbed carbon fiber, 11mm
• Weight: 8.5 oz
• Shape: Elongated, 16.5 x 7 3/8 in
• Approval: USA Pickleball

Where it ranks

Gearbox CX11 Elongated Power is No. 9 in our Best Pickleball Paddles verdict.