XCELER8 Xcaliber Ergo Paddle

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!

I little to get used to, but very light and easy to control

Enjoy the grip and variety of shots. But after one game, my paddle started chipping, so unfortunately, I had to return it. Great customer service!

THE CURSE OF THE ERGO PADDLE
Yes, I am cursed – cursed to play with the XCELER8 XCALIBER ergonomic paddle, and only with that paddle (that is, if I want to win). You see, I tried to go back to my former main paddle, and I couldn’t do it! Well, I suppose I could have, if I had allowed myself more time to readjust. But after experiencing the increased reach, improved net play, and simplified mechanics the ergo paddle has given me over the past few months (and a silver medal at a local tournament last weekend!), my regular paddle felt too short and insufficiently responsive and controlled to me; and it’s a good paddle, not just some cheapo, and was formerly my favorite of all the paddles I’ve tried. I’ll still keep it in my bag as a backup – but I must resign myself to the fact that the XCALIBER is apparently the best paddle for me. I’m not sad about that, though, and I don’t regret anything!