Onix Z5 Graphite Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with Cushion: Specs, Weight and Who It Sui
The Onix Z5 Graphite Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with Cushion lists at about $29.99, weighs a stated 7.85 oz. Compared with the rest of our catalog, it is 0.15 oz lighter than the catalog median of 8.00 oz, and its price is $70 below the median paddle price of $100 across 204 paddles we track.
At a listed 7.85 oz it sits in the midweight band (about 7.8 to 8.2 oz) that suits most adult players, balancing hand speed against stability.
7.85 oz listed · carbon fiber face
Onix Z5 Graphite Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with Cushion specs
| Brand | Onix |
|---|---|
| Listed price | $29.99 |
| Listed weight | 7.85 oz (223 g), midweight |
| Core thickness | Not stated in listing |
| Shape | Not stated in listing |
| Face material | carbon fiber |
| Core material | polymer honeycomb |
| Grip circumference | Not stated in listing |
| Thermoformed | Not stated |
| USA Pickleball approval | Claimed in listing |
Who is the Onix Z5 Graphite Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with Cushion for?
At a listed 7.85 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 0.15 oz lighter than the catalog median of 8.00 oz, and its price is $70 below the median paddle price of $100 across 204 paddles we track. It falls in our best paddle under $30 band. See every Onix paddle in the catalog. Other paddles at this weight: 7.9 oz paddles.
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How much does the Onix Z5 Graphite Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with Cushion weigh?
The listing gives 7.85 oz (about 223 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 Onix Z5 Graphite Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with Cushion good for beginners?
Its price makes it a low-risk first paddle.
What core thickness is the Onix Z5 Graphite Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle with Cushion?
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.
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