{"product_id":"li-ning-drive-500sd-pickleball-paddle","title":"Li-Ning DRIVE 500SD – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Li-Ning DRIVE 500SD Pickleball Paddle is a carbon graphite paddle built for players who want control with real pop. It pairs a carbon graphite face with a 10mm aluminum honeycomb core. This is a control-first paddle with a large sweet spot and a light, balanced feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon graphite face – solid feel and dependable touch on every shot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10mm aluminum honeycomb core – a responsive feel that supports both soft dinks and firm drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge sweet spot – more forgiveness when you don't hit the center perfectly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight, balanced weight – quick hands at the net without sacrificing stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured surface – moderate roughness helps you control spin and placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Graphite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10mm Aluminum Honeycomb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.4oz - 7.6oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.9 in (40.32 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 in (20.32 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 in (12.7 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Circumference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.3 in (10.8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUSA Pickleball Approval\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Pickleball approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DRIVE 500SD suits players who value control and placement, especially those who play a patient, soft-game style at the kitchen line. Its light weight and large sweet spot also make it a practical choice for intermediate players building consistency. It is USA Pickleball approved, so it is eligible for sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Li-Ning DRIVE 500SD good for control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is designed for control-first play, with a light, balanced weight and a large sweet spot that help you place shots accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this paddle legal for tournament play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the DRIVE 500SD is USA Pickleball approved, so you can use it in sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddles\"\u003ePaddles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Li-Ning","offers":[{"title":"10 mm \/ Navy","offer_id":67829126103273,"sku":"PAD-LIN-01149-01","price":185.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 mm \/ Blue","offer_id":67829126136041,"sku":"PAD-LIN-01149-02","price":185.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/product_m_u_57e07cc6-4974-4370-8a25-c1608417a51f.png?v=1793548214","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/li-ning-drive-500sd-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}