GAMMA Obsidian 10 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
$90
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In rankings
At a glance
Strength
durability
Feedback trends positive on this theme lately.
Our grade
Strong
Reliable all-court
Weight
7.8 oz
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- durabilityFeedback trends positive on this theme lately.
What people are saying
easy pacebite on cutssharp anglessolid vs paceholds lineall-courtplayable
Power
- The common thread: punchy without feeling wild.
- Most feedback points to lively when you step in.
Spin
- The face grip shows up as easy to roll topspin on shaped shots.
- The first impression is confident on angles.
Stability
- It tends to feel less twisty on mishits, especially when you need pace without overswinging.
- Players often call out solid against pace when on defense when contact isn’t perfect.
Overall
- Most feedback points to easy to adjust to.
- It tends to feel predictable in play, especially in hands battles at the net.
Phrased for clarity.
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Where to buy
Current listings and price checks.
Best offergammasports.com
$90
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