By pickleball Terry
I couldn’t resist trying out the Rogue 2E Gel-Core paddle. Everyone has heard of the honeycomb core, usually nomex material. Did you know that nomex is a popular material used for building aircraft interiors?
Nomex can be rigid and unpredictable, and also giving the paddle that loud POP sound when hitting the ball.
In recent years, polypropylene have become popular for pickleball paddle cores, and much more forgiving as far as the ball direction. This led to Players Pickleball Company to come up with a polypropylene/gel combination. Their solution is an entirely new hybrid material made possible by a proprietary manufacturing techniques. Without giving away too many secrets, they use an polypropylene honeycomb material that has been infused with an elastomeric material within the paddle face. They are able to fine-tune the infusion process to provide several benefits.
For those who prefer an elongated paddle shape, they bring you the Rogue2E! At 17″, it’s the maximum length allowed by the USAPA.
The Rogue2/Rogue2E paddles are game-changing in more ways than one. Featuring the new and improved 2nd Generation Gel-Core technology, vibration-damping carbon fiber throat reinforcement, and massively increased durability, all with a price well below the competition, the Rogue2/Rogue2E are a hit for players at all levels. I paid $129.00 and free shipping through the link below.
The video below covers all of the features of the Rogue2. The Rogue2E is the same paddle, just in a different shape.
Overall, I thought the paddle was excellent with control of shots. It has a lot of oomph and I was hitting the balls harder than I am used to. Something to get used to so you don’t hit a ball out. It has a long handle perfect for two-handed backhand players, but I found the grip (4 1/8 circumference) a little slippery so I will add an overlay grip.
The paddle has a graphite face for slicing and I was able to hit a couple of NO RETURNERS just dropping the ball over the net.
There are several colors and I purchased the ROGUE2 ARTWORK CONTEST WINNER FEATURING SCOTT GRENSTED
The Second Generation Gel-Core improves the paddle in several measurable ways:
- Larger Sweet Spot
- Greater Paddle Stability on Ball Impact
- Reduced Vibrations Transmitted to the Player’s Hand
- Softer Ball Impact Sound
- Improved Durability over First Generation
They took the blueprint for the 1st generation Gel-Core, which was already a proven performer and refined it further, giving it much increased durability along with improved vibration absorbing characteristics.
Players Pickleball is based in Bellingham, Washington, just a short distance from the birthplace of the sport. All of their paddles are USAPA-Approved and proudly made in the USA.
I loved this paddle after using it once. If you want to demo the paddle, send me an email or spot me on the courts.
Pickleball Terry
Your review of the Rogue2 was very informative. As a relatively new player, would I be better served with the original Rogue or buy the Rogue 2.
Thanks for the review. You state, “…graphite face..”, Players says 2 layer fiberglass skin.
Is it graphite or fiberglass?
I read it was fiberglass.
Although the shaft and frame are carbon fiber. Just the face/surface is fiberglass.
Hello Manager,
Hope everything goes well with you.
This is Lily, from a professional carbon fiber sports products manufacturing factory in china for over 20 years. I head up business development efforts with you.
Xiamen Honor Composite Co., Ltd is a long history private enterprise specializing in R&D, production, service, and assembly of pickball paddles, sup paddles, etc since 2002. The headquarters and factory are located in Xinyu city, brand trading office is located in Xiamen city. All our carbon fiber is imported from Japan and Taiwan. Low MOQ, moderate price, and high-quality control is our advantage.
Would you please help me reach this email to someone in your company who is responsible for carbon shaft/stick something that’s relevant to my products?
If that’s you, are you willing to spend 10 minutes discussing ways that our product helps your business? If not you, can you pls put me in touch with the right person?
I really appreciate your help.