HYBRID DESIGN FOR BALANCED PERFORMANCE: Combines the reach of the Pursuit Pro1 with the forgiveness of a widebody in a versatile 7 3/4” wide hybrid shape—perfect for power, spin, and control. POWERFUL & POPPY CORE: Features a 12.7mm MachPro Polymer core with Vortex Barrier Edge Technology, delivering enhanced dwell time, a larger sweet spot, and vibration-damping energy return. SPIN-ENHANCING SURFACE: Raw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber face offers a soft feel, long-lasting tack, and natural texture for superior spin from anywhere on the court. COMFORT & DURABILITY: Equipped with a 5 3/8” octagonal handle, high-tack ultra-perforated cushion grip (4 1/4” medium), and Uniform Guard Technology for a familiar feel and added protection. LIGHTWEIGHT & MADE IN THE USA: Weighs 8.0 oz (range: 7.8-8.2 oz) with a 16 1/4” length—crafted by Engage Pickleball for lasting quality and performance. Engage Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid Carbon Pickleball Paddle Following the success of the Pursuit Pro, Engage decided to run with the well-loved tech with new shapes and core thicknesses to cater to more pickleball players than ever before. The Engage Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid Pickleball Paddle balances the reach of the original Pro1 with the forgiveness of the widebody model in a goldilocks hybrid shape right in the middle of the two. The Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid slaps when it comes to power and pop, yet it still brings big spin and enough stability for us to bend the ball where we need it to go. This balanced performance starts with the thin 12.7mm MachPro Polymer core with what Engage calls their Vortex Barrier Edge Technology. This combination of materials enhances dwell time and sweet spot size while eating up vibrations and returning an impressive amount of energy to the ball with every strike.The 8.0-ounce Engage Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid complements its poppy core technology with a 7 3/4” wide Raw Carbon Fiber hitting surface. Designed to feel soft yet enhance dwell time, this naturally textured surface also brings long lasting tack for spinning shots from anywhere on the court. The Uniform Guard Technology and 5 3/8” octagonal handle completes this exceptional package by offering durability, more vibration damping, and a familiar feel