CORE Reaction Pro Pickleball Paddle

I'm not an expert but I know what I like

I have to preface this review saying that as a low intermediate pickleballer, I don't think my technique is quite refined enough to notice the intricacies around things like grit, balance, etc... BUT I know that I love this paddle. Prior to this paddle, I was primarily playing with a very good paddle by one of the big names out there. It's an excellent paddle that did everything I asked of it. I didn't need a new one, but I bought this Core Reaction Pro (16mm) purely out of curiosity on a very good sale. The first thing I noticed when I went between the two paddles was they felt similar (which is a good thing). Comfortable weight, good feeling in the hand. The only difference I can notice at my level is a fun one - this paddle definitely has more pop! I wouldn't say there's functionally more power because I haven't tested it, but the sound is certainly louder and that's nice. I have since played with this paddle alongside other highly regarded paddles and my impressions stand. This is a good one that belongs in the conversation with any quality paddle out there. While I didn't pay full price for this, knowing what I know now, I think it's definitely worth it even if there's no sale.

Very happy

The paddle hits really well. good control and power when i want it. i thought i needed a longer handle for my two hand backhand but i'm finding this is just enough and because of that I think I'm getting the paddle around quicker than with my long handled paddles. only played with it about two weeks but so far so good.

Love it

Big difference in the Core paddle verses my first paddle.