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Paddle Comparison

Gherkin Draco vs Ronbus Tenon 2

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

Ronbus Tenon 2

Higher Swing Weight (power) (108.27 vs 110.09, +1.82)

Hand Speed

Gherkin Draco

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (108.27 vs 110.09)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Ronbus Tenon 2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.43 vs 6.46, +0.03)

Value

Ronbus Tenon 2

Lower effective price ($161.99 vs $149.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Gherkin
Ronbus

Model

Draco
Tenon 2

Shape

Hybrid
Widebody

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.0 oz

Swing Weight

108.27
110.09

Twist Weight

6.43
6.46

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$179.99
$169.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
$20 (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$161.99
$149.99

Gherkin

Draco

$161.99 (was $179.99)

Ronbus

Tenon 2

$149.99 (was $169.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Gherkin Draco if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (108.27 vs 110.09) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You prefer the hybrid shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the widebody.

Pick the Ronbus Tenon 2 if…

  • You want more power — SW 110.09 is 1.82 points higher.
  • You're price-conscious — about $12 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • You prefer the widebody shape — different feel/reach/sweet-spot profile from the hybrid.

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