{"product_id":"wildcat-f4e-elongated-16mm","title":"Wildcat F4E - Elongated - 16mm","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWILDCAT F4E\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElongated • 16mm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(11, 152, 47);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Not USAP Approved - Due to a recent USAP rule change allowing surface textures to become rougher. We have decided to relaunch this paddle with durable grit. Our loss is your gain. The result is this first batch of paddles will not be approved and as such we are selling them at a heavy discount for players who might not care about approval, or might only play recreationally. It\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(245, 77, 77);\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(11, 152, 47);\"\u003eis our belief that this paddle would pass USAP if sent and as such is a acceptable paddle for unsanctioned play. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the best deal in pickleball for casual players. The Wildcat F4E is an all foam core, prototype paddle, that utilizes 4 different foams to achieve power, control and spin an a lightweight design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn its core is our innovative EPP core construction with three different types of foam around the perimeter. The result is a lightweight paddle that gives good feedback, stability and exceptional power. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrives have power, drops and dinks feel connected and predictable. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a stock weight of just 7.8 oz, players can enjoy a fast, maneuverable setup right out of the box or strategically add weight to unlock additional power, plow-through, and stability while maintaining the paddle's balanced feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wildcat F4E also debuts our new DEF-Grit (Durable Epoxy Fusion) surface technology, designed to provide long-lasting spin performance and improved durability compared to traditional raw carbon fiber surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDEF-Grit (Durable Epoxy Fusion)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDEF-Grit is our first-generation durable grit technology, developed to extend surface longevity while maintaining the spin and control player's demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a specialized epoxy-based grit system with carefully optimized hardness and elasticity characteristics, DEF-Grit is engineered to resist wear better than traditional raw carbon fiber textures. In our internal testing, DEF-Grit demonstrated significantly improved durability while continuing to provide excellent grip on the ball for spin generation and shot shaping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom elongated mold shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPP foam core construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEVA + TPE perimeter foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDEF-Grit surface technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16mm thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.7\" handle length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.125\" handle circumference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7.8 oz average weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e114 swing weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.3 twist weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerimeter tick marks for precise weighted tape placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded Free\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Wildcat F4E includes a \u003cstrong\u003eFREE premium neoprene paddle cover\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scoop Pickleball","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56193602584868,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0862\/8076\/5732\/files\/wildcatFront.png?v=1788379274","url":"https:\/\/scooppickleball.com\/products\/wildcat-f4e-elongated-16mm","provider":"Scoop Pickleball","version":"1.0","type":"link"}