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ONIX Graphite Stryker Pickleball Paddle
by ONIX · Ages 12+
Researched as the natural step-up paddle once a player outgrows a wood starter. Onix is one of the original US pickleball brands and the Stryker's oversized graphite face is community-consensus the most forgiving paddle to grow into.
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Price checked May 24, 2026
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What we like
- ↑Oversized paddle face gives a noticeably bigger sweet spot than starter wood paddles
- ↑Graphite face with Nomex paper honeycomb core delivers crisp pop without harshness
- ↑Standard-grip handle (4.25 in) suits most adult hand sizes
- ↑Onix is a long-established US pickleball brand with consistent quality control
- ↑Lightweight (~8.0 oz) feels controllable for transitioning intermediates
Worth knowing
- ↓Sold as a single paddle - you'll need two for doubles
- ↓Nomex core is louder than polypropylene cores some rec centers prefer
- ↓No included balls or bag - accessories are separate
Specs
- Material
- Graphite face / Nomex paper honeycomb core
- Size
- 15.75 in length, 8 in width oversized
- Players
- 1 paddle (intermediate single replacement)
- Time
- -
- Ages
- 12+
- Format
- Single paddle