Gearbox EX5 Control Elongated
Who This Paddle Is For
control, spin
16mm EX5 control version; thicker core for softer touch.
About the Gearbox EX5 Control Elongated
The Gearbox EX5 Control Elongated is a elongated-shape pickleball paddle with a toray t700 raw carbon fiber face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 8–8 oz with a 5.5" grip. Listed price: $219.99.
Playstyle fit: control, spin. The elongated shape favors reach and spin generation.
16mm EX5 control version; thicker core for softer touch.
Available direct from Gearbox.
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Find My Paddle →Pickle's Take
16mm core, toray t700 raw carbon fiber face. Soft, plush feel and a forgiving sweet spot. Best for dinkers and counter-attackers who win at the kitchen line.
- PickleSwaps editorial team
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 8.5 / 10
- Hand speed
- 6.5 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 4.9 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 9.7 / 10
Top 32% of catalog on power
At the catalog median on hand speed
Below the catalog median on forgiveness
At the catalog median on touch
Top 30% of catalog 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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Gearbox EX5 Control Elongated USA Pickleball approved?
USA Pickleball approval status for the Gearbox EX5 Control Elongated is not yet verified. Check equipment.usapickleball.org for the latest status before tournament play.
What's the core thickness of the Gearbox EX5 Control Elongated?
The Gearbox EX5 Control Elongated uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a toray t700 raw carbon fiber face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Gearbox EX5 Control Elongated best for?
The Gearbox EX5 Control Elongated is best for players who prioritize a control game and prefer a elongated shape, in the 8–8 oz weight range.