Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated vs Legacy Pro 16mm
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
The value vs. premium matchup
Legacy Pro 16mm is the value pick at $149.99. Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated is the premium option at $274.99 — you're paying for the Toray T700 raw carbon fiber.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated | Legacy Pro 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8–8 oz | 7.8–8.4 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | T700 carbon fiber core with SST structure | Thermoformed polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face material | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5" |
| Price | $274.99 | $149.99 |
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Core thickness
Core material
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What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated is listed at 8 oz; Legacy Pro 16mm at 7.8–8.4 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Legacy Pro 16mm is 0.2 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Length and width. Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated measures 16.5" × 7.25"; Legacy Pro 16mm measures 16.3" × 7.5". The Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated is 0.2" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated has a 5.5" handle; Legacy Pro 16mm has a 5" handle, so the Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated handle is 0.5" longer. What grip length changes
- Core material. Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated lists its core as T700 carbon fiber core with SST structure; Legacy Pro 16mm lists Thermoformed polypropylene honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: power
Legacy Pro 16mm
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: balanced
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Legacy Pro 16mm if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
More matchups with the Legacy Pro 16mm
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