Gamma Obsidian 16 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with 16mm Core: Specs, Weight and Who It
The Gamma Obsidian 16 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with 16mm Core lists at about $90.99 with a 16 mm core. Compared with the rest of our catalog, its price is $9 below the median paddle price of $100 across 204 paddles we track.
The listing does not state a weight, so check the product page or weigh it on arrival if weight matters to you.
16 mm core · carbon fiber face
Gamma Obsidian 16 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with 16mm Core specs
| Brand | GAMMA |
|---|---|
| Listed price | $90.99 |
| Listed weight | Not stated in listing |
| Core thickness | 16 mm |
| Shape | Not stated in listing |
| Face material | carbon fiber |
| Core material | Not stated in listing |
| Grip circumference | Not stated in listing |
| Thermoformed | Not stated |
| USA Pickleball approval | Not stated in listing |
Who is the Gamma Obsidian 16 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with 16mm Core for?
The listing does not state a weight, so check the product page or weigh it on arrival if weight matters to you.
The 16 mm core points toward control and a softer feel: more dwell time for dinks, drops and resets.
A carbon fiber face generally grips the ball well for spin and feels more controlled than fiberglass.
Not sure about weight or grip? Run the paddle weight calculator and the grip size calculator before buying.
How it compares
Against the 204 paddles we track, its price is $9 below the median paddle price of $100 across 204 paddles we track. It falls in our best paddle under $100 band.
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How much does the Gamma Obsidian 16 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with 16mm Core weigh?
The Amazon listing for this paddle does not state a weight, so we do not guess one. Check the product page, or weigh it when it arrives. Most adult paddles fall between 7.5 and 8.5 oz, with 7.8 to 8.2 oz the most common midweight range.
Is the Gamma Obsidian 16 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with 16mm Core good for beginners?
It is priced for regular players; a beginner can use it, but a cheaper paddle is fine while learning. The 16 mm class core is forgiving and controllable, which helps newer players.
What core thickness is the Gamma Obsidian 16 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with 16mm Core?
The listing states a 16 mm core. Thicker cores around 16 mm favour control and a softer feel, thinner cores around 13 to 14 mm favour power and pop. The whole paddle is roughly 1 to 2 mm thicker than the core once the faces are added.
This is researched general guidance, not professional advice. Specs and prices come from manufacturer listings and change often; confirm details on the product page before buying.