RAW-16H
GRUVN · Hybrid
- Power
- 6 out of 10
- Control
- 8 out of 10
- Spin
- 8 out of 10
- Sweet spot
- 8 out of 10
LUZZ · $119
LUZZ Glider 2026
One of the better emerging-brand paddles with real early buzz.
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Our take
A modern-feeling all-court paddle with a durable-grit surface update for 2026. Under the usual premium threshold, which makes it an interesting mid-market play.
- Best forBeginners through intermediates who want a modern all-court paddle at a digestible price.
- The catchReviewers are already questioning whether the new grit truly lasts. Too new for deep durability certainty.
Scores
Out of 10.
How it plays
- PowerSpicy
- 7 out of 10
- ControlGreat
- 8 out of 10
- SpinGreat
- 8 out of 10
- Sweet spotGreat
- 8 out of 10
For you
- Pop-up safetySpicy
- 7 out of 10
- Arm comfortGreat
- 8 out of 10
- Beginner-safeSpicy
- 7 out of 10
- ValueCertified menace
- 9 out of 10
Scores synthesized from limited independent coverage as of mid-2026 — treat as directional. We keep refining them as real Noobs log court time.
Specs
- HybridThe middle ground
- 7.76–8.12 ozthe usual swing
- 5.25" handleroom for two hands
- 16mm corethicker: softer and quieter
- Honeycomb coreThe usual build: crisp, and quieter when thick
- Carbon facemore spin, you make the power
- $119typical price
- USA Pickleball approvedfine for tournaments
Good for
- BeginnerNew, or under 6 months
- IntermediateYou can rally and dink
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