Gherkin
Draco Hybrid
Hybrid16mmGen 4
The Gherkin Draco Hybrid is a 16 mm hybrid pickleball paddle. It generates elite spin (81th percentile) with elite power and pop. It has a mid-range swing weight that balances power and maneuverability, plus well above-average twist weight for strong off-center forgiveness. Overall it's a versatile all-court profile.
$179.99
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Performance
Spin2062 rpm(81)
Power (serve mph)56.8(86)
Pop (volley mph)37.0(91)
Swing weight113.0(42)
Twist weight6.7(69)
Balance point23.5 cm(19)
Weight setup — lead-tape customizer
Add lead tape below, or pick a recommended setup. Estimates update live.
12 o'clock (tip)
Most swing weight & power; head-heavy
3 & 9 o'clock
Stability / twist weight (forgiveness on off-center hits)
Throat (6 o'clock)
Adds mass with little balance change; cleaner feel
Handle / butt
Counterweight — quicker hands, lower swing weight
Lead added0.0 g
Static weight8.0 → 8.0 oz ±0 oz
Swing weight113.0 → 113.0 ±0
Twist weight6.66 → 6.66 ±0
Balance point23.5 → 23.5 cm ±0 cm
Blue = stock, orange = with lead tape (percentile vs. all paddles).
Swing weight113.0(42)
Twist weight6.7(69)
Balance point23.5 cm(19)
Dialed in your setup? Grab tape to apply it — these are denser, lead-free options.
Full specs
- Shape
- Hybrid
- Core thickness
- 16 mm
- Build
- Gen 4
- Process
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- Surface texture
- Raw Texture/Peel Ply
- Surface layup
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- Core type
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- Length
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- Width
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- Handle length
- 5.50 in
- Static weight
- 8.0 oz
- Swing weight
- 113.0
- Twist weight
- 6.66
- Balance point
- 23.5 cm
- Spin
- 2,062 rpm (Very High)
- Firepower
- 73/100
- Grip size
- 4.25 in
- Year released
- 2026
- Certification
- USAP
- Warranty
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