XCELER8 Xcaliber Ergo thermo-molded pickleball paddle

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XCELER8 Xcaliber Ergo Paddle

58 reviews

$229.00 USD

USAP Approved for all sanctioned play
Pistol grip: your hand sits at a different angle than a traditional handle
Raw carbon fiber face, thermo-molded unibody, edgeless
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The Xcaliber Ergo is a USAP-approved ergonomic pickleball paddle built around a pistol grip. Almost every paddle uses the same straight handle. This one holds your hand at a different angle than a traditional grip, closer to the way your hand already moves.

Players describe it as an extension of their open hand. Many tell us opponents have a harder time reading their next shot.

Pistol grip ergo handle
Raw carbon fiber face (Toray T700)
Thermo-molded unibody, edgeless design
250 grams, easy to tune with lead tape
USAP Approved since January 14, 2025

Common questions

Is it legal? Yes. It's on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list for all sanctioned play.

How long does it take to adjust? Most players tell us a few sessions. Players coming from another ergo paddle often adjust in a day.

Is it too light? It's 250 ± 5 grams by design. Add lead tape along the top of the head, then down the sides, to tune it to your swing.

Can I return it? Yes, within 30 days of delivery, even lightly used. A 15% restocking fee and $10 return shipping apply. See our return policy.

Built different. For those who are.

Xcaliber Ergo Paddle
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Custom Packaging with Foam Insert

Weight: 250 ± 5 grams (8.82 oz)

Length: 16.39 inches

Width: 7.62 inches

Grip Size: 4.25 inches

Handle Design: Pistol Grip

Face Material: Toray T700 Raw Carbon Fiber

Core: 8mm Honeycomb Polymer (16mm overall thickness)

Construction: Thermo-Molded Unibody

Approval: USA Pickleball Certified

USAP Approved

Certified by USA Pickleball for every sanctioned match.

Free Shipping + Cover

Free protective case included with every paddle order.

Pro-Grade Build

Toray T700 carbon face and thermo-molded unibody.

Built different. Plays different.

Almost every paddle uses the same straight handle. The pistol grip lets your hand sit closer to the way it already moves, so the paddle feels like an extension of your open hand. Players tell us opponents have a harder time reading the next shot.

Watch the Xcaliber Ergo in play at the US Open Men's Bronze Medal Match.

Take a look at the XCALIBER Ergo dominating competition in the US OPEN BRONZE Match.

I bought one of these paddles from someone who had one but had never used it. I was skeptical about it at first, but thought it couldn't hurt to give it a try. I started to get comfortable with it after a couple games, and then - boy, was I surprised! It's making me faster at the net, and I can still get the spin and power I was used to with my regular paddles. The power was especially (and pleasantly) surprising (full disclosure - I did add 3g of weight on each side and the top, as I saw recommended in a video). I can't speak to how well it alleviates wrist/elbow/shoulder pain, because I didn't have any of those to begin with. I'm just happy that it's helping make me a more confident and competent player. And oh yes, I did get the usual first reactions (what the heck is that, is it legal); but then I started getting questions like is it easy to learn, how much does it cost, where can I get one. So - when will the Gen 4 foam version with some kind of extra-durable grit be coming? Even if that never happens, I'll still want to buy another one of these when this one wears out - so please don't go out of business! :) Hmm, maybe I should buy another one right now just in case...

I’m a 4.2 DUPR and I have been using ergo paddles for almost 2 years now. I felt connected to the Xcaliber ergo paddle almost instantly, and I felt like I finally had a weapon in my hands (other ergo paddles just didn’t cut it). I can go head-to-head with all of these power paddles, and it has been a blast so far. Can’t wait to see how far I can go using this paddle!

So far, I've played about 35 games with it. I really notice and enjoy the extra reach I have to my right and in front of me. I've actually reached shots that I previously not been able to get. I'm still working on my backhand - sometimes I hit the ball too close to the handle. I also have not mastered the correct technique for holding it at the kitchen line for those fast shots - that it my current biggest challenge. Only 4 stars because I'd like to see a lot more YouTube videos on your channel describing different ways to hold it, and different people using it.

I find I’m much more quicker in hands battles at the kitchen line and it’s great in the over the head game.

best paddle ive used so far!!

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Journal

Xcaliber Ergo ergonomic pickleball paddle with pistol grip on a black and blue background

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Side view of the Xcaliber Ergo pickleball paddle showing the angled pistol grip handle design

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