Engage Pursuit Alpha 16mm Pickleball Paddle
A strong option with a balanced feel and an easy learning curve.
Best for
All-court playFast handsConfident resets
Not for
Budget-first buyersPlayers who want a radically different feel
Typical price
$200
In rankings
At a glance
Strength
control
Some feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
Strength
pop
Feedback is mixed on this theme lately.
Our grade
Excellent
Competitive standout
Thickness
16.0 mm
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- controlSome feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
- popFeedback is mixed on this theme lately.
What people are saying
predictable placementnot buzzysmooth impactbalancedall-court
Touch & Control
- It tends to feel forgiving on soft touch, especially when you need pace without overswinging.
- Players often call out easy to place when on defense when contact isn’t perfect.
Feel
- The first impression is smooth through impact.
- In real play, it shows up as plush without being mushy.
Overall
- The first impression is comfortable for most players.
- In real play, it shows up as easy to adjust to.
Phrased for clarity.
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