Evoke Premier CT 16 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
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In rankings
At a glance
Strength
control
Some feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
Strength
power
A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
Our grade
Developing
Score coming soon
Weight
7.8 oz
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- controlSome feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
- powerA few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
What people are saying
soft-game friendlyfinishes points
Touch & Control
- Most feedback points to calm and predictable.
- It tends to feel steady on resets, especially in hands battles at the net.
Power
- The first impression is easy to generate pace.
- In real play, it shows up as quick on putaways.
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