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11SIX24 Monarch All Court Paddle Review
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Gherkin Pickleball is where passion for the game meets precision, and style has no limits. We’re more than just a brand; we’re a dedicated community of pickleball enthusiasts. Our mission is to be the ultimate resource and hub for pickleball, fostering a welcoming environment where players of all levels come together to learn, play, and grow. We believe pickleball brings people together, promotes an active lifestyle, and creates lasting friendships and memories—all through our shared love of the sport.
Gherkin’s AEGIS Paddle offers the widest surface area and largest sweet spot in our TPU lineup, ideal for control-driven, defense-oriented players focused on quick counters, rapid hand speed, and resets. Incorporating the best of our silicone model with a TPU twist, it features a 12K raw carbon fiber surface with epoxy weaving for exceptional spin and controlled pop. Its thermoformed edges, carbon-framed wall, and 16 mm honeycomb core ensure durability, stability, and reduced vibration. The perforated grip adds comfort, shock absorption, and sweat resistance, making the AEGIS paddle game-ready right out of the box.
Gherkin’s ASPIRE Paddle combines extended reach, a generous sweet spot, and the top plow-through power in our TPU lineup, crafted for aggressive, offense-driven play. Featuring a 12K raw carbon fiber surface with epoxy weaving, it delivers unmatched spin, controlled pop, and responsiveness. Thermoformed edges and a carbon-framed wall enhance durability and stability, while the 16 mm honeycomb core ensures control and a softer impact. Finished with a tacky, perforated grip for comfort and sweat resistance, the ASPIRE offers a game-ready experience straight out of the box.
Gherkin’s Phantom Paddle features the widest surface area and largest sweet spot in our lineup, perfect for control-focused, defense-oriented players seeking quick hand speed, smooth counters, and reliable resets. With Gherkin’s signature silicone edgeguard for added weight and balance, the Phantom boasts a 12K raw carbon fiber surface with an epoxy weave for superior spin, control, and responsiveness. Its 16 mm honeycomb core, thermoformed edges, and carbon-framed wall provide durability, stability, and vibration reduction. Finished with a soft, tacky grip, the Phantom is designed for a comfortable, game-ready experience straight out of the box.
Gherkin’s Quantum Paddle combines the advantages of square and elongated shapes, delivering a broad profile with extended reach, ideal for fast hands, quick drives, counters, and resets. Featuring Gherkin’s signature silicone edgeguard for added stability and a refined look, the Quantum paddle offers a generously extended sweet spot. The 12K raw carbon fiber surface with an epoxy weave provides optimal spin, controlled power, and responsiveness. Its 16 mm honeycomb core and foam thermoformed edges, reinforced by a carbon-framed wall, enhance durability, shock absorption, and control. The Quantum arrives game-ready, wrapped with a soft, tacky grip for comfort and reduced vibration.
Gherkin’s Solace Paddle strikes the perfect balance of performance and value, combining the benefits of square and elongated shapes in a versatile TPU design. With a broad profile and extended reach, it excels in fast exchanges, speed-ups, drives, counters, and resets. Featuring a 12K raw carbon fiber surface with epoxy weaving for top-notch spin and control, thermoformed edges, and a carbon-framed wall, the Solace ensures durability, stability, and reduced vibration. The 16 mm honeycomb core and tacky, perforated grip provide comfort, shock absorption, and a sweat-resistant hold—ready to play right out of the box.
Gherkin’s Spectre Paddle is designed for aggressive, offense-oriented players, offering extended reach, a generous sweet spot, and top-tier plow-through power. Featuring our signature silicone edgeguard, the Spectre provides added weight for increased stability and a sleek design. Its 12K raw carbon fiber surface, with a textured epoxy weave, delivers unmatched spin, controlled power, and responsiveness. Built with a 16 mm honeycomb core, foam thermoformed edges, and a carbon-framed wall for durability and shock absorption, the Spectre ensures enhanced control, comfort, and a game-ready experience right out of the box.
