Quad Control: The patented SST ribbed core in our pickleball paddle returns energy, offering more pop and agility; The soft quadraform face is great for touch shots and features an even larger sweet spot when compared to an elongated paddle face High-Quality Materials: CX pickleball paddles feature 3K woven carbon fiber and Toray T-700 carbon plies along the face and perimeter of the paddle for a premium feel and sound, a larger sweet spot, greater spin, added torsion control, and more durability Hyper-Bite Spin Technology: Our patented Hyper-Bite spin technology creates spin from the paddle's core to the face, while SST ribs cup and bite the ball; The textured surface of this carbon fiber pickleball paddle adds additional bite Enhanced Sweet Spot: Featuring repositioned materials designed to provide a more forgiving and smarter sweet spot, this pickleball racket helps capture more shots and provides the performance you need; Our 11mm profiles are shaped to cut and glide through the air Founded by an athlete, for athletes, Gearbox was fueled by a vision to create superior technology-based sporting equipment that would allow players of all skill levels to experience first hand how quality products can improve their game and love of sport In the Control Series, our patented SST ribbed core with T-700 carbon fiber absorbs energy from the ball, in turn allowing for more control going back. The CX11 Quad Control Gearbox pickleball paddles have a soft face, great for touch shots, and feature an even larger sweet spot when compared to other shapes. The control option is best for a dinking play style and play at the kitchen. This paddle for adults is also quiet. If you are looking for an elongated paddle with similar benefits to the CX11 Quad Control, try the CX11 Elongated Control. Head Shape: Q (Quadraform). Weight: 8.5 oz. Handle Circumference: 3 5/8" or 3 15/16" grip. Handle Length: 4-3/4". Paddle Length: 15-7/8". Paddle Width: 8". Paddle Thickness: 11mm. Grip: Gearbox Smooth Wrap - Black