Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control review

The Double Black Diamond Control is Six Zero's answer for players who value placement over raw pace. It uses a T700 raw carbon textured face and a honeycomb polymer core in three builds: 14mm, 16mm and a 15mm elongated version with a 6 inch grip. The 16mm model is the control pick, and it comes in three weights, 7.7 to 7.9 oz, 8.0 to 8.2 oz and 8.3 to 8.5 oz, so lighter players and heavier hitters can both find a fit. Six Zero is unusual in publishing swing weight and twist weight figures from its lab, 114 and 6.8 for the standard 16mm, which helps compare stability. The handle is thermoformed carbon and the paddle is approved by USA Pickleball. We could not confirm a US dollar price from our location, and the return policy is stricter than most here, with a full refund only within 14 days.

Who it is for

intermediate players who prioritize control and feel

Price

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Key features

• T700 raw carbon textured face
• 14mm, 16mm or 15mm elongated honeycomb polymer core
• 16mm version in standard 8.0 to 8.2 oz, pro-weight 8.3 to 8.5 oz or lightweight 7.7 to 7.9 oz
• Published swing weight (114 standard, 16mm) and twist weight (6.8 standard, 16mm)
• 3D carbon thermoformed handle, 5.5 inch grip on the 14mm and 16mm versions

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Three weight editions on the 16mm model let you match weight to your arm
• Strength: Six Zero publishes swing and twist weights, which most makers here do not
• Strength: Free neoprene cover included
• Weakness: Price did not display in US dollars from our location, so it is not verified
• Weakness: 14-day full refund window, then a 20% restocking fee up to 30 days
• Weakness: 12-month structural warranty

Key facts

• Price: USD check pending
• Core: 14mm, 15mm or 16mm
• Weight (16mm standard): 8.0 to 8.2 oz
• Approval: USA Pickleball
• Warranty: 12 months structural

Where it ranks

Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control is No. 4 in our Best Pickleball Paddles verdict.