Onix Malice DB Open Throat Raw Carbon 16mm
Who This Paddle Is For
power
Malice variant with Double Bridge rubber insert - reduces vibration while adding power. Open-throat design. For aggressive baseline players who want power + dampening.
About the Onix Malice DB Open Throat Raw Carbon 16mm
The Onix Malice DB Open Throat Raw Carbon 16mm is a pickleball paddle with a raw carbon fiber face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 7.8–8.2 oz with a 5" grip. Listed price: $269.99.
Playstyle fit: power.
Malice variant with Double Bridge rubber insert - reduces vibration while adding power. Open-throat design. For aggressive baseline players who want power + dampening.
Available direct from Onix and authorized retailers.
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Find My Paddle →Pickle's Take
16mm core, raw carbon fiber face. Soft, plush feel and a forgiving sweet spot. Best for bangers and tennis converts who want easy putaways.
- PickleSwaps editorial team
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 4.5 / 10
- Hand speed
- 6.5 / 10
- Forgiveness
- —
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 6.8 / 10
Below the catalog median on power
At the catalog median on hand speed
At the catalog median on touch
Above 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 standard shape rewards clean contact, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onix (direct) | $269.99 | In stock | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Onix Malice DB Open Throat Raw Carbon 16mm USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Onix Malice DB Open Throat Raw Carbon 16mm 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/4648.
What's the core thickness of the Onix Malice DB Open Throat Raw Carbon 16mm?
The Onix Malice DB Open Throat Raw Carbon 16mm uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a raw carbon fiber face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Onix Malice DB Open Throat Raw Carbon 16mm best for?
The Onix Malice DB Open Throat Raw Carbon 16mm is best for players who prioritize a power game, in the 7.8–8.2 oz weight range.