Gearbox GX6 Control 7.8oz 3-15/16in Carbon Fiber Green: Specs, Weight and Who It Suits

The Gearbox GX6 Control 7.8oz 3-15/16in Carbon Fiber Green sits under $150, weighs a stated 7.8 oz. Compared with the rest of our catalog, it is 0.20 oz lighter than the catalog median of 8.00 oz, and its price is above the median paddle price across the 204 paddles we track.

Gearbox GX6 Control 7.8oz 3-15/16in Carbon Fiber Green
This paddleGearbox GX6 Control 7.8oz 3-15/16in Carbon Fiber Green

At a listed 7.8 oz it sits in the midweight band (about 7.8 to 8.2 oz) that suits most adult players, balancing hand speed against stability.

7.8 oz listed · carbon fiber face

Gearbox GX6 Control 7.8oz 3-15/16in Carbon Fiber Green specs

BrandGearbox
BudgetUnder $150
Listed weight7.8 oz (221 g), midweight
Core thicknessNot stated in listing
ShapeNot stated in listing
Face materialcarbon fiber
Core materialNot stated in listing
Grip circumferenceNot stated in listing
ThermoformedNot stated
USA Pickleball approvalNot stated in listing

Specs are read from the Amazon listing text. "Not stated" means the listing does not say, and we never fill a gap with a guess.

Who is the Gearbox GX6 Control 7.8oz 3-15/16in Carbon Fiber Green for?

At a listed 7.8 oz it sits in the midweight band (about 7.8 to 8.2 oz) that suits most adult players, balancing hand speed against stability.

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, it is 0.20 oz lighter than the catalog median of 8.00 oz, and its price is above the median paddle price across the 204 paddles we track. It falls in our best paddle under $150 band. Other paddles at this weight: 7.8 oz paddles.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does the Gearbox GX6 Control 7.8oz 3-15/16in Carbon Fiber Green weigh?

The listing gives 7.8 oz (about 221 g), which puts it in the mid class. Individual paddles vary slightly from the stated figure, often by a tenth of an ounce or so. Use the paddle weight calculator to see whether that weight suits your build and play style.

Is the Gearbox GX6 Control 7.8oz 3-15/16in Carbon Fiber Green good for beginners?

It is priced for regular players; a beginner can use it, but a cheaper paddle is fine while learning.

What core thickness is the Gearbox GX6 Control 7.8oz 3-15/16in Carbon Fiber Green?

The listing does not state the core thickness. Most paddles use a 13, 14 or 16 mm core; if it matters to you, confirm on the product page or with the seller before buying.

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.