Engage Pursuit Pro1 vs Proton Sports Series One
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Reach vs. maneuverability
The Proton Sports Series One's 15mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Engage Pursuit Pro1's 12.7mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. Engage Pursuit Pro1 (Multiple) and Proton Sports Series One (Widebody) differ in head shape, so hand-speed and reach will feel distinct between
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Engage Pursuit Pro1 | Proton Sports Series One |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz | 7.6–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Multiple | Widebody |
| Core thickness | 12.7mm | 15mm |
| Core material | Polymer honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face material | Carbon fiber | Nanotac roughness-enhanced carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.4" | 5.25" |
| Price | $179.99 | $159.99 |
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Price
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Engage Pursuit Pro1 is listed at 7.9–8.3 oz; Proton Sports Series One at 7.6–8.1 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Proton Sports Series One is 0.3 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Engage Pursuit Pro1 has a 12.7mm core; Proton Sports Series One has a 15mm core, so the Proton Sports Series One core is 2.3mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Engage Pursuit Pro1 measures 16.2" × 7.6"; Proton Sports Series One measures 15.88" × 8.13" (multiple vs widebody). The Engage Pursuit Pro1 is 0.32" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Engage Pursuit Pro1 has a 5.4" handle; Proton Sports Series One has a 5.25" handle, so the Engage Pursuit Pro1 handle is 0.15" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Engage Pursuit Pro1 lists its face as Carbon fiber; Proton Sports Series One lists Nanotac roughness-enhanced carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Engage Pursuit Pro1 lists its core as Polymer honeycomb; Proton Sports Series One lists Polypropylene honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Engage Pursuit Pro1
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The standard shape rewards clean contact, the 12.7mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: power, spin
Proton Sports Series One
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 15mm core balances pop and control, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: spin
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Engage Pursuit Pro1 if…
- ✓you want a hot face for put-aways
Pick the Proton Sports Series One if…
- ✓you want a generous sweet spot
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