{"product_id":"prokennex-black-ace-pickleball-paddle","title":"ProKennex Black Ace – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ProKennex Black Ace is a 16mm raw carbon pickleball paddle built for players who want precision and power. It suits intermediate to advanced players who value control and spin, and it's available in 14mm and 16mm thickness options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKinetic Technology – absorbs energy on contact, reducing vibration for a comfortable, accurate feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpiral Tech Carbon – a blend of Spiral Tech carbon and High Modulus graphite for stiffness and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon Fire face – a heat-treated carbon surface with a rough texture to help you generate spin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented epoxy resin system – bonds the carbon face to the core for consistent response across the whole face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKinetic Comfort Cap – microsphere grip material that absorbs excess vibration for all-day comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.50 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.40 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.24 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Circumference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.25 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 mm \/ 16 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Fire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner Core Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolypropylene Honeycomb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUSA Pickleball Approved\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Black Ace suits players who favor touch, placement and spin. Its USA Pickleball approval means it's legal for sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich thickness should I choose, 14mm or 16mm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 16mm version gives you a firmer, more controlled feel. The 14mm version is a little more forgiving and lighter in feel at the point of contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Black Ace legal for tournament play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Black Ace is USA Pickleball approved, so you can use it in sanctioned tournaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddles\"\u003ePaddles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ProKennex","offers":[{"title":"Red \/ 14 mm","offer_id":67829066989801,"sku":"PAD-PRK-00821-01","price":280.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red \/ 16 mm","offer_id":67829067022569,"sku":"PAD-PRK-00821-02","price":280.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue \/ 14 mm","offer_id":67829067055337,"sku":"PAD-PRK-00821-03","price":280.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue \/ 16 mm","offer_id":67829067088105,"sku":"PAD-PRK-00821-04","price":280.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/product_m_u_6f349190-510b-4acc-b900-f3514a2498c4.png?v=1793547558","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/prokennex-black-ace-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}