Ektelon Rogue RS
Who This Paddle Is For
balanced
Compact paddle under 16 inches, only one in Ektelon lineup.
About the Ektelon Rogue RS
The Ektelon Rogue RS is a widebody-shape pickleball paddle with a carbon composite face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 7.8–8.1 oz with a 5.2" grip. Listed price: $139.99.
Playstyle fit: balanced. The widebody shape favors a forgiving sweet spot.
Compact paddle under 16 inches, only one in Ektelon lineup.
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Find My Paddle →Pickle's Take
16mm core, carbon composite face. Soft, plush feel and a forgiving sweet spot. Best for players looking for a do-it-all paddle without a sharp learning curve.
- PickleSwaps editorial team
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 2.0 / 10
- Hand speed
- 6.7 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 10.0 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 4.4 / 10
Bottom 13% of catalog on power
Above the catalog median on hand speed
Top 26% of catalog on forgiveness
At the catalog median on touch
Below the catalog median on spin
Who it's for
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ektelon Rogue RS USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Ektelon Rogue RS is on the USA Pickleball approved equipment list and is legal for sanctioned tournament play. View the official USA Pickleball listing at https://equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list/entry/9288.
What's the core thickness of the Ektelon Rogue RS?
The Ektelon Rogue RS uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a carbon composite face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Ektelon Rogue RS best for?
The Ektelon Rogue RS is best for players who prioritize a balanced game and prefer a widebody shape, in the 7.8–8.1 oz weight range.