Received the paddle a month ago, disappointed because the paddle is not as gritty as advertised on Instagram, therefore the spins are not there. Several of my friends got the same saddle felt the same, very flat surfaces not as gritty as we all have hoped.
If you’re looking for spins, this paddle is just average. Fancy looking but it doesn’t do the trick. Quite disappointed.
Love this paddle from the start. The only negative is that the edge chips easily. Luckily Holbrook is great and sent me a three pack of edge guards. They reassured me the chipping doesn’t affect play but when it’s brand new…I don’t like seeing chips. So the edge guard is a must!
After a second use of my paddle with the edge guard, a piece of it has “sliced” or has torn. The piece is still attached, where a layer of it is visible. Luckily I got a three pack! 😊
I live my new Holbrook paddle. Great control for serve spins, directional shots and a large sweet spot! Highly recommend for novice and intermediate players to improve your game. Outstanding quality!
Bought the 14mm aero metallic paddle about a month ago. Very light, the control it has on the ball is terrific. One issue is you can feel the extra vibration on the handle everytime it hits the ball. I mitigate this by putting on an overgrip. Now it’s awfully well balanced. Like Thor’s Mjolnir. Thank you Holbrook.
Impressive paddle. Great spin! Many of my shots couldn’t be returned. Lots of fun. Needed to hit sinks a little firmer…but, doesn’t take away from this paddles merits! 14 mm. Would like to try the 16mm!
Only played a few times with my new pro 14mm paddle and so far very pleased with the all around performance and feel.
The paddle is GREAT.
* Love the weigh distribution -
* The paddle has good control as well as power...
* The paddle surface has a great grit and spin capability!
Like my paddle very much!! Good control with plenty of power 😃
I play pickle ball several times per week. I’m 6’5” and athletic and I like a paddle that compliments a playing style of ball control and power. This paddle does both! The metallic finish is by far better with ball control than carbon fiber. The weighted corners due provide a much larger sweet spot and enable me to use my power more consistently. My opponents have described the spin I can put on the ball as “insane” and leaves them scratching their heads. Thank you Holbrook for making a paddle that compliments my style of playing.
Excellent customer service and awesome paddle as expected. My bother raved about his Holbrook paddle and how much he liked the handle. A coworker bought one for his wife and let my wife try it out. I had to get one for her and she loves it. Has a great handle with great control.
Love the Holbrook 14mm metallic paddle I purchased online. The weight and feel and the way it makes contact with the ball is the best features of the paddle. Cost is reasonable. Thanks
Paddle arrived poorly packaged and scuffed/marked on edges and face. Contacted support and was instructed to ‘wipe it off with a rag’. Not what I expected for this price point. Played with it twice so far and the paddle itself has been great. Just poor operations.
This is my third Holbrook paddle. I enjoy the ease of moving from forehand to backhand with all of the paddles—the weight is ideal for me. The power and pop has also been a plus when playing with these paddles. I went to this paddle for more control as I was going to be playing in a tournament. The good news is we took home gold! As a result, I strongly recommend this paddle. I found improved control without sacrificing the power and pop.
From the start, the bag has style! I was skeptical as a new player if I needed this size bag compared to other competitors, that mainly had room for a couple of paddles or look more like something made for tennis/racquetball bags. I went all in, and all that I needed all went in! WOW! Paddles, shoes, hats and additional clothing. Multiple inside pockets to keep items separate. Two large side, length pockets that I keep a large water flask and massage gun in, and the other side for a packet of balls and more. I'm not sure what the bottom, base pocket is for but I made it for a plastic bag to pull out and sit the bag on, not to dirty the bottom since its light grey. I wish the bottom would have been all black or very dark grey. I'm surprise there wasn't a way to hang/hook the bag to a fence, but I found a spring clamp at the hardware store. The very top pocket, is a great place to hide and access your phone. I have not named all the pockets, but outside all beside one, zip close. When you carry the bag completely using over both shoulders straps, there is a connector to pull them together like you see on some hiking backpacks. Also there are a couple of nylon type Halbrook bags to keep "stuff" in that comes with it. I keep my court shoe in one, and sweaty gear in the other to separate from other things in the bag. But not only that it has a zip hidden pocket area in the very back that seems you can do that with as well or maybe keep something a little cooler for a short time. If there could be a reverse color of black with grey/white accents would be the best! Regardless its the BEST bag for me. You shouldn't have any trouble getting all your stuff in it, and look great!
I really enjoyed the retro look and grip that was on my Center Court. I'd really like to have it for my Aero X! Please restock ASAP!
In the 4+ months, playing multiple times a week. I started with a "house demo" over my 30.00 store bought one. Move up to Halbrook: Center Court, then to Selkirk and now to a Halbrook: Aero X 16mm! There is power available when needed, but prefer the balance and control to handle shots and placement.
Simply...I "Play Better!"
Extreme light weight distribution for power volley and responsive for defence . Only if it can be better on control and expend on sweet spot will be the best paddle
I started with the Pro 16mm had it for a couple weeks.....great control but not much of an improvement in Power from my double black diamond..... got the Pro 14 mm and loved it. Excellent control, swing weight was a vast improvement and my hand speed improve tremendously. But still wanted more power and faster shots.... My issue was I am a 3.5 and play many games with 4.0 and above..... My control shots that were great with under 3.5 but needed more punch to get past the higher skilled players but I did not want to loose the control. So when I saw the Aero Matalic I thought I would try it. More power but too poppy for me and lost my control edge. Read some reviews on the Aero Kevlar 16 MM same spec. as my Pro so thought I'd give it a try..... Found my paddle my hand speed, control shots remained in tack but had that punch that I needed to get the ball past the faster, younger, and more skilled players. Also everyone marvels at the spin this paddle provides, with little or no effort ,
and to be honest surprises me sometimes because I did not intend to spin the ball. :-) Another benefit I can interchange the Pro and the Kevlar paddle and not have to make major changed in my hand grip or swing speed. Both are dynamite in a kitchen fight .,....
I love the color of the shoes; well constructed and are really comfortable. The balls are comparable to Franklin but I'm surprised Holbrook doesn't have a unique marking of its own on the ball.
I am frustrated and upset because my paddle has not arrived yet, and I have not received any updates from the shipping company.