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Gherkin USA DRACO 16mm Pickleball Paddle - Widebody
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Gherkin USA DRACO Wide-Body Pickleball Paddle
The Gherkin USA DRACO Wide-Body is built for players who want maximum forgiveness, stability, and confidence at the kitchen line. Featuring Gherkin's privately sourced NCP Foam, a responsive CFC face, and Floating Piston Construction, the DRACO Wide-Body delivers a solid, controlled feel with a large hitting surface and excellent twist stability.
Why Players Will Like It
- Wide-body shape gives players a larger sweet spot and more forgiveness.
- 7.1 average twist weight provides excellent stability on off-center contact.
- 108 average swing weight keeps the paddle fast, maneuverable, and easy to handle.
- CFC face combines carbon fiber and fiberglass for a responsive, well-rounded feel.
- 16mm full-foam build with Gherkin's new NCP Foam for consistency and durability.
- Floating Piston Construction helps the paddle load and release energy efficiently.
- Thermoformed design creates a solid, unified paddle structure.
- Polyurethane handle inserts help improve comfort, feedback, and feel in the hand.
Specifications
| Shape | Wide-Body |
| Total Length | 16" |
| Total Width | 8" |
| Handle Length | 5.5" |
| Grip Circumference | 4.125" |
| Average Weight | 7.9 oz |
| Average Swing Weight | 108 |
| Average Twist Weight | 7.1 |
| Face | CFC — Carbon Fiber / Fiberglass / Carbon Fiber |
| Core | Full-foam utilizing NCP Foam — Nanocellular Polymer Foam |
| Core Thickness | 16mm |
| Construction | Floating Piston Construction / Thermoformed |
| Handle Inserts | Polyurethane |
| Edge Guard | Light Purple |
| Included | Paddle Cover |
Performance Notes
The DRACO Wide-Body is the most forgiving shape in the DRACO lineup. With a full 8" width and an average twist weight of 7.1, this paddle gives players a stable, confidence-building response on blocks, counters, resets, and off-center hits.
The lower average swing weight of 108 makes it quick in hand battles while still offering the planted feel players expect from a modern full-foam paddle.
