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Paddle Comparison

11SIX24 Ultré Power 2 vs Gherkin Draco

A side-by-side spec, value, and use-case comparison of two of the most-searched pickleball paddles. Below: the attributes each paddle wins, a full spec table, and a clear recommendation for who should buy which.

Who wins on what

Power

11SIX24 Ultré Power 2

Higher Swing Weight (power) (114.12 vs 108.27, +5.85)

Hand Speed

Gherkin Draco

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (114.12 vs 108.27)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Gherkin Draco

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.36 vs 6.43, +0.07)

Value

Gherkin Draco

Lower effective price ($199.99 vs $161.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

11SIX24
Gherkin

Model

Ultré Power 2
Draco

Shape

Hybrid
Hybrid

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
7.9 oz

Swing Weight

114.12
108.27

Twist Weight

6.36
6.43

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$209.99
$179.99

Discount

$10 (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$199.99
$161.99

11SIX24

Ultré Power 2

$199.99 (was $209.99)

Gherkin

Draco

$161.99 (was $179.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the 11SIX24 Ultré Power 2 if…

  • You want more power — SW 114.12 is 5.85 points higher.

Pick the Gherkin Draco if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (108.27 vs 114.12) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $38 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

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