Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour with Evergrit (16mm) vs Gearbox Pro Ultimate Power Elongated 14mm SSTCORE
Two control paddles at similar prices, compared on the specs each brand publishes. We have not tested either one.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour with Evergrit (16mm) | Gearbox Pro Ultimate Power Elongated 14mm SSTCORE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109.99 | $149.99 |
| Style | Control | Control |
| Weight | 8 oz | 8 oz |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 14 mm |
| Core | Foam | Rib core |
| Shape | Not listed | Elongated |
| Length | — | 16.5" |
| Width | — | 7.375" |
| Handle | — | 5.5" |
| Buyer rating | 4.8 / 5 (152) | 4.6 / 5 (107) |
Specs, prices and review scores come from each brand's own product page, last checked October 20, 2026. Confirm with the seller before you buy.
How they differ
- Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour with Evergrit (16mm) costs $40 less ($110 vs $150).
- Both are listed at about the same weight (8 oz and 8 oz).
- Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour with Evergrit (16mm) has the thicker core (16 mm against 14 mm). Thicker cores are generally more forgiving; thinner ones generally have more pop.
- Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour with Evergrit (16mm) has a foam core and Gearbox Pro Ultimate Power Elongated 14mm SSTCORE has a rib core core.
- Buyers on the sellers' own stores rate Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour with Evergrit (16mm) 4.8 out of 5 (152 reviews) and Gearbox Pro Ultimate Power Elongated 14mm SSTCORE 4.6 (107). Different stores collect reviews differently, so treat small gaps as a tie.
Which should you choose?
- Choose Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour with Evergrit (16mm) if you want the thicker, generally more forgiving core.
- Choose Gearbox Pro Ultimate Power Elongated 14mm SSTCORE if you want more pop and feedback from a thinner core.
- Choose Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour with Evergrit (16mm) if price matters most.
These come from the spec differences above, not from hands-on play. For tested results, see an independent lab such as Pickleball Effect.
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