Gearbox was founded in California by Rafael Filippini. As a professional racquetball player and with over 25 years in the composites industry, he worked to hone his skills, creating revolutionary technologies while simultaneously fulfilling his dream to create a leading technology brand created by an athlete for athletes.
In Episode 6 of Paddle of the Week, Matt tests ten different paddles—ranging from the JOOLA Perseus IV and Gearbox GX2 Hyper to the Revolin Drift Series and Diadem Warrior BluCore line. While no paddle claimed top honors this week, the episode delivers deep insight into each build’s performance, feel, and on-court behavior. From standout control options to paddles that fell flat, this breakdown offers honest feedback to help players make smarter gear choices.
This episode of Paddle of the Week goes deep on six standout products that earned their way into Matt’s bag—including five paddles and one athlete-focused recovery kit. Instead of chasing trends, Matt breaks down what’s working, why it matters, and who should actually consider using each item. If you’re looking for honest insight and tested performance, this one’s worth your time.
The GX2, powered by the revolutionary SST 2.0 CarbonRibCore™—the next generation of paddle technology. GX2 delivers exceptional power, consistent performance, and enhanced control, providing a responsive connection with every shot
The GX2, powered by the revolutionary SST 2.0 CarbonRibCore™—the next generation of paddle technology. GX2 delivers exceptional power, consistent performance, and enhanced control, providing a responsive connection with every shot
The New PRO Ultimate Power 14mm is engineered to elevate your game, delivering explosive power, pinpoint accuracy, and ultimate control—all while meeting the new 2025 PBCoR and USAP Quiet Category standards. Whether you’re crushing winners or executing delicate resets, this paddle gives you the winning edge without compromising on performance.