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Gearbox Pressure X 8M Elongated

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Description
    PRESSURE X 8M — QUICKER RELEASE. READY TO ATTACK.

    Pressure X 8M delivers power with quicker rebound, creating an immediate, more direct response at impact. Its distinctly tuned response delivers faster ball release, explosive power, and crisp feedback for drives, counters, and speed-ups—giving you the quick response to attack and the power to finish the point.

    At the heart of the new Pressure X Series are two new patent-pending technologies: Pressure X Core and SpinLock™. Built on Gearbox's SSTCore™ technology, the patent-pending Pressure X Core combines a carbon-fiber structural system, engineered foam, and targeted pressure to deliver power, stability, connected feel, and consistent response across the paddle face. The patent-pending SpinLock™ System combines surface texture, friction-renewing particles, and SSTCore™ support to help sustain ball interaction and spin performance over time.

    The new Elongated+ geometry features a tapered throat designed for more comfortable two-handed play.

    With 2.46 ms of measured dwell, 8M gives players a quicker interaction with the ball. Compared with the longer-dwelling 8E, 8M releases faster for a more immediate, direct response when you're ready to attack.

    USA Pickleball approved and certified under the 2026 spin rate test.

    Specifications

    Paddle Face Finish: UD Tapered Carbon Fiber Face - Patent Pending
    Core Material: SSTCore™ with Micro Cell EPP Foam - Patent Pending
    Core Construction: Patent-Pending Pressure X Core w/ Patented SST 2.0 Carbon Fiber Rib Structure
    Surface: Patent-Pending SpinLock™ System
    Head Shape: Elongated+ (E+)
    Weight: 8.0 oz
    Handle Circumference: 4” Grip
    Handle Length: 5 1/2"
    Paddle Length: 16 1/2"
    Head Length: 11”
    Paddle Width: 7 3/8"
    Paddle Thickness: 16 mm
    Grip: Gearbox Smooth Wrap: White
    Warranty: 1 Year (visit gearboxsports.com for details)

    Features

    Built from the Inside Out.

    New! Patent-Pending Pressure X Core

    Pressure X starts with a carbon-fiber structural system. Engineered foam and targeted pressure work within that structure to tune how the paddle feels and responds across the face.

    ONE SYSTEM. THREE ROLES.
    Carbon Defines.
    Creates the structural foundation for power, stability, and energy return.

    Foam Refines.
    Shapes dwell, rebound, vibration, sound, and feel.

    Pressure Tunes.
    Fine-tunes feel and response across the paddle face.

    SPINLOCK™ SYSTEM.

    Beyond Texture.
    USA PICKLEBALL APPROVED · CERTIFIED UNDER THE 2026 SPIN RATE TEST
    The patent-pending SpinLock™ System combines surface texture, friction-renewing particles, and SSTCore™ support to help maintain surface grip and spin performance over time.

    PEEL-PLY TEXTURE
    Creates the initial surface friction.

    FRICTION-RENEWING PARTICLES
    As the initial surface wears, fresh particles are progressively exposed.

    CARBON FACE + SSTCORE™
    Structure supports ball engagement on harder shots.

    Strong where it matters. Responsive where you need it.

    DESIGNED TO DELIVER FULL-FACE PERFORMANCE

    POWER WHERE YOU WANT IT.
    Explosive response when you attack.

    CONTROL WHERE YOU NEED IT.
    Connected feel when touch and precision matter.

    STABILITY WHERE YOU MISS IT.
    Consistent response when contact moves off-center.

    One system. Two distinct responses.

    8M RESPONSE
    QUICK · RELEASE · ATTACK

    Faster rebound creates an immediate, more direct response—giving you quick ball exit, explosive power, and crisp feedback for drives, counters, and speed-ups.

    QUICKER REBOUND
    Faster ball release. 2.46 ms measured dwell

    DIRECT RESPONSE
    A quicker, more immediate feel at impact.

    POWER ON DEMAND
    Explosive power when you’re ready to attack.
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