11SIX24 Power

The 11SIX24 Power Series blends power, pop, and stability with a CFC layup and EVA foam perimeter for durability. While not the most powerful paddle in the market, its sweet spot, spin, and control make it a top-tier option at a killer price.

Reviewer Rating:
Highly Recommended

Manufacturer: 11SIX24
Model: Power Series
Surface layup: CFC layup (carbon fiber-fiberglass-carbon fiber)
Core technology: single thick ring of closed-cell EVA foam around the perimeter (floating core). Second foam layer around the core, separate from handle

Available Shapes:

Vapor: Hybrid

  • Length: 16.15 inches
  • Width: 7.75 inches
  • Thickness: 16mm
  • Handle length: 5.75 inches
  • Avg Swing Weight: 116
  • Avg Twist Weight: 7.01
  • Avg Spin:  2,243 RPM
  • Avg Balance Point: 239mm

Pegasus: Widebody

  • Length: 15.8 inches
  • Width: 8.12 inches
  • Thickness: 16mmm
  • Handle length: 5.5 inches
  • Avg Swing Weight: 113
  • Avg Twist Weight: 7.62
  • Avg Spin: 2,187 RPM
  • Avg Balance Point: 234mm

Hurache-X: Elongated

  • Length: 16.5 inches
  • Width: 7.5 inches
  • Thickness: 16mm
  • Handle length: 6 inches
  • Avg Swing Weight: 115
  • Avg Twist Weight: 6.21
  • Avg Spin: 2,231
  • Avg Balance Point: 237mm

Trial & Warranty:

Price: $169.99 ($159 with code SPEAK)

Pickleball Studio

⚖️ Rating: Highly Recommend
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Pros:

  • More stable and forgiving than typical power paddles
  • Larger sweet spot compared to competitors, making it easier to use
  • Well-priced for a Gen 3 paddle, undercutting most competitors by $100
  • Three shape options let players choose based on their preferred style
  • No drastic break-in changes, meaning the paddle plays consistently over time
  • Plays very similar to the Joola 3S paddles with subtle differences, which are exceptional power paddles (and way more expensive)
  • Fairly low swingweight allows for customization, but not necessary as the paddles play well stock
  • Fully molded handles feel premium

Cons:

  • Pegasus has significantly more pop than the other models, which felt uncontrollable at times
  • Less raw power than some top-end power paddles, meaning ultra-aggressive players may prefer alternatives
  • Sweet spot is good but not "edge-to-edge", so mishits will still be noticeable
  • Not for control-focused players, as the paddle leans toward offense

Gameplay Performance

Pop and power

  • Strong and linear power without being excessive (definitely not past legal limits), making it easier to control than some raw power paddles
  • The Pegasus model has significantly more pop than the Vapor and Hurache-X
  • More power on drives than on punch volleys, making it controlled yet aggressive

Controllability

  • More stable and controlled than many power paddles, thanks to the EVA foam ring
  • Firm but not harsh, giving players clear feedback without an overly muted feel
  • Easier to adjust to than some competitors, making it a great option for players transitioning to power paddles

Sweet spot and forgiveness:

  • Larger sweet spot than other power paddles in its class, especially compared to the Paddletek Bantam line
  • More stable than the Joola 3S and Bantams, making mishits less punishing
  • Feels consistent across the face, avoiding the hollow or dead zones seen in some competitors
  • Ball sinks in more on big drives and gives you more energy than Gen-2 paddles
  • Firm but not completely stiff, more feedback depending on how you hit the ball

Weight and maneuverability:

  • Well-balanced swing weights across all models, allowing for easy customization
  • Pegasus: Higher swing weight, best for stability
  • Vapor: Mid-range swing weight, best for all-court play
  • Hurache-X: Lower swing weight for maneuverability, but still packs power

Durability:

  • No significant break-in period or overheating issues, unlike other Gen 3 paddles
  • Core structure looks solid, with no early signs of deformation
  • Handle feels better built than Joola’s 3S line, with a more comfortable grip

Spin:

  • Spin performance is comparable to high-end carbon fiber paddles
  • No major spin advantages, but offers good grip and control on topspin and cut shots
  • Feels more linear in response than other Gen 3 paddles, making shots feel more predictable

Preferred shape: Vapor
Weight setup:
 

All paddles play well stock but here are Chris’ setups:
Vapor: 0.5 grams tungsten tape on 3&9’o clock to bottom corner
Hurache-X: Two 3-gram tungsten tape strips on each side of throat

Final Verdict

Recommended for: All-court players who want to lean into more power; players who want a premium power paddle experience at an affordable price
Not ideal for: Players who already own a Joola 3S or another power paddle. You will improve faster by sticking with a paddle that does 85% of what you want and building muscle memory with it. 

Pickleball Medicine

⚖️ Rating: Highly Recommend
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Pros

  • Elite tier in value
  • Unique construction with great durability, which is unique to Gen 3 paddles
  • No break-in or breakdown after over 50 hours of play
  • Each of three shapes are completely unique to 11SIX24
  • Strong sweet spot (Vapor & Pegasus): High twist weight helps with forgiveness
  • Easier to control and get used to compared to CRBN TruFoams

Cons

  • Hurache-X needs weight with smaller sweet spot and stability issues without added lead tape
  • Pegasus has high pop, which can be difficult to control for players who prefer softer touch
  • Handle length of the Hurache-X is 6 inches, may sacrifice face area unnecessarily for some players

Gameplay Performance

Pop and Power:

  • Falls into the power paddle category but doesn’t feel extreme or uncontrollable
  • Pegasus had the biggest sweet spot and whippy, significantly less powerful than other two shapes, but still has decent pop
  • Vapor & Hurache-X: Offer most powerful drives with a more linear, controlled feel

Control & Feel

  • Firm yet responsive: Absorbs the ball slightly before releasing with power
  • Crisp and not overly stiff: Offers enough feedback without feeling too rigid
  • Not a lot of dwell time. Feel very different compared to Pulse V or Gen 1 or 1.5 paddles like the Vatic Pro Sagas.

Sweet Spot & Forgiveness

  • Pegasus: Most forgiving, biggest sweetspot and easiest to play with
  • Vapor: very good power without sacrificing sweet spot
  • Hurache-X: Smallest sweet spot, benefits from added weight for stability

Weight & Maneuverability

  • Swing weights are average for their respective shapes
  • Vapor model: Best balance of maneuverability and power
  • Pegasus model: Most whippy, fastest hand speed
  • Hurache-X: Slightly heavier feel, benefits from extra weight for countering stability issues

Durability

  • Thick-walled core (thickest measured yet) and reinforced perimeter foam suggest long-term reliability
  • No noticeable core crushing or structural breakdown even after over 50 hours of play

Spin

  • Generates high RPMs, performing on par with other top-tier paddles
  • No clear difference in spin between the three models

Preferred shape:
Vapor: similar power as Hurache, doesn’t sacrifice too much sweet spot compared to the Pegasus

Final Verdict

Recommended for: Players who want a durable and affordable power paddle
Not ideal for: Players who prefer paddles with more dwell time and can’t dial in fast and poppy paddles

Pickleball Effect

⚖️ Rating: Recommend
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 Pros

  • Quality paddle at an affordable price
  • Easy paddle to pick up and performs well out-of-the-box, doesn’t need customization
  • Good power with medium pop makes it a very well balanced paddle

Cons

  • Medium pop offers less offense at the net
  • Pegasus is more of an all-court paddle rather than a power paddle
  • Feels a little less maneuverable than swingweight suggests

Gameplay Performance

Pop and Power:

  • Moderately high power, medium pop
  • All-court profiles until activated with big strokes and added force 
  • More pop and spring compared to control paddles that may need a small but insignificant adjustment period

Control & Feel

  • Initially didn’t feel like power paddles, more controllable power paddle
  • Feels semi hollow
  • Seamlessly transitions from all-court to power performance
  • All three models are very forgiving, you don’t have to be a 5.0 player to dial these in

Sweet Spot & Forgiveness

  • The Pegasus feels like an all-court paddle and felt very close to 11SIX24 All Court Pegasus
  • Vapor was very forgiving and easy to pick up and play 
  • Hurache-X has a smaller sweet spot than Vapor but higher power ceiling

Weight & Maneuverability

  • Well-balanced, but plays a little heavier than swing weight suggests due to higher static weight
  • Plow-through and forgiveness eliminated need for added weight
  • Great out of the box

Spin

  • Top-tier spin across the board

Final Verdict

Recommended for: Players who want an affordable power paddle with good out-of-the-box forgiveness
Not ideal for: Players who want very high maneuverability and high pop