Counterweighted Raw-Carbon Pickleball Paddle

The only paddle we carry with metal counterweights built into the perimeter. Weight at the edges is what makes a paddle resist twisting when you catch the ball off-centre — the difference between a mishit that still lands and one that sprays wide.

Why players pick this one

• Metal counterweights in the perimeter, raising stability on off-centre contact rather than just adding overall mass
• EVA surround foam wall, which widens the usable face beyond the true centre
• Raw carbon fibre face — the unfinished texture is what grips the ball for spin
• 16mm core, favouring control and a longer dwell time

Specifications

• Core thickness: 16mm
• Face material: raw carbon fibre
• Perimeter: EVA surround foam with metal counterweights
• Brand: HIGOOO · Model: Gen5
• Weight: 230g ±5g
• Dimensions: 16.5 in × 7.5 in
• Grip length: 5.5 in
• Grip circumference: 4.125 in

Options

Available in Red, 16 mm.

What's included

• 1 × pickleball paddle

Care

Raw carbon holds court grit, and grit is what polishes the texture flat. Wipe the face after outdoor sessions. Keep it out of a hot car — foam perimeters are more heat-sensitive than plain honeycomb.

Good to know

Counterweighting adds stability but also swing weight. If you play fast hands at the net and want the lightest possible paddle, the lighter carbon options in this collection will suit you better.

How we rate this paddle

The power, control, spin, forgiveness and manoeuvrability scores are Pickleball Gear Co.'s own assessment based on the paddle's published construction — core thickness, face material, core type, shape and weight. They are not lab measurements and not player review scores. A thicker core scores higher on control and lower on power; a rougher carbon face scores higher on spin; an elongated shape scores lower on forgiveness than a wide-body.