Rogue3 Gel-Core
Rogue3 Gel-Core
Rogue3 Gel-Core
Rogue3 Gel-Core
Rogue3 Gel-Core
Rogue3 Gel-Core
Rogue3 Gel-Core
Rogue3 Gel-Core

Players Pickleball

Rogue3 Gel-Core

Buy Direct Price: Sale price$199.99 (MSRP:) Regular price$249.99
Edge Guard Color:Black
Swing Weight:Head-Neutral (SW 117)
Quantity:
Pickup available at Ferndale (1901 Baltic Way #108) Usually ready in 24 hours

Rogue3 Gel-Core

Black / Head-Neutral (SW 117)

Ferndale (1901 Baltic Way #108)

Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

1901 Baltic Way
#108
Ferndale WA 98248
United States

Introducing the new Rogue3

The Rogue3 is here! With upgrades and improvements all around, this is one of the few paddles on the market hand-built in the USA and it offers more features than the competition! From the Triple Vibration Damping to the electroplated diamond weave carbon fiber with Ultra-Spin surface, the Rogue3 is built to [out]perform!

KEY FEATURES

We took our best-selling Rogue2 paddle and analyzed every aspect of it to find ways to improve it across the board. What we came up with was the Rogue3! Our all-new Rogue3 paddle features:

  • Electroplated Diamond Weave Carbon Fiber
  • Ultra-Spin Surface Texture
  • 3x Vibration Damping
  • 3rd Generation Gel-Core
  • Full Handle-Length Vibration Damping Throat Reinforcement
  • 360° Shock Barrier Handle
  • 2 Different Swing Weights Available (112 & 117 kg*cm2)
  • Larger Hitting Surface
  • Longer Handle (5-1/2")
  • Thicker Core (16mm)
Rogue3 Pickleball Paddle From Players Pickleball

TECHNICAL SPECS


Weight:

8.1oz (±0.2oz) 

Swing Weight:

112/117

Twist Weight:

6.6
Overall Length: 16-3/8"
Overall Width: 7-5/8"
Grip Circumference: 4-3/16"
Grip Length: 5.5"
Core Thickness: 16mm (nominal)
Honeycomb Material: 3nd Generation Gel-Core, Elastomer-Infused Polypropylene
Paddle Skin: Electroplated Carbon Fiber Diamond Weave with in-molded Ultra-Spin Texture
Country of Origin:

Made in the USA

Certifications:

USA Pickleball Approved

Return Policy:

Limited 30-Day (read details)


DETAILS (TL;DR)

Want to get into more of the nitty-gritty about the Rogue3’s features? Read more about each of the features below.

Electroplated Diamond Weave Carbon Fiber:
Rogue3 Diamond Weave Carbon Fiber
    • This durable and eye-catching woven carbon fiber surface provides the perfect balance of power and control. It gives you the rigidity of carbon fiber with the power of fiberglass.

    • Each of the millions of strands of raw carbon fiber is electronically coated with an alloy, which thickens and stiffens the paddle face to increase ball speed while retaining torsional stiffness for predictability.

Ultra-Spin Surface Texture:
    • We tested countless textured surfaces to find not just the one that felt “roughest” to our hands, but the one that actually “gripped” the ball best. Our findings were quite surprising. In many cases, the paddle surfaces that felt rougher to the touch did not actually grip the ball as well as some that felt smoother. The data backs that up. The surface texture used on the Rogue3 is the maximum allowable by USA Pickleball and in our testing, gripped the ball so well we needed to adjust our test method!

3x Vibration Damping:
    • 3rd Generation Gel-Core: Our award-winning Gel-Core (elastomer-infused honeycomb core) continues to enhance performance in several measurable ways:

      • Larger Sweet Spot

      • Greater Paddle Stability on Ball Impact

      • Reduced Vibrations Transmitted to the Player's Hand

      • Softer Ball Impact Sound

      • In this latest generation, we’re using a higher-density application to further improve the benefits above and now have the ability to place the Gel-Core vibration damping rods in different locations within the paddle face, allowing us to alter the swing weight to meet your specific needs. No other paddle on the market has this ability.

        Learn more about Gel-Core here.

        Rogue3 Gel-Core Cutaway View


    • Full Handle-Length Vibration Damping Throat Reinforcement:

      Rogue3 Throat Reinforcement
      • The carbon fiber reinforcement is designed with a unique rubber-like material that is fused into the composite during layup. This material drastically improves the normally high frequency characteristics of carbon fiber and transforms it into a vibration absorbing component, isolating your hand from the impact of the ball on the paddle face. 
      • This proven-effective vibration damping throat reinforcement has been enlarged to extend the length of the entire handle. The increased span of damping material further isolates ball impact vibrations from your hand.
      • Made of durable and rigid woven carbon fiber, it reinforces the strength of the neck and handle.

      360° Shock Barrier Handle:

      • Between your paddle’s grip wrap and the handle core is a full-circumference layer of injection-molded, vibration-absorbing, flexible foam. This acts to further isolate vibrations before they reach your arm.

      Larger hitting surface:
        • We’ve redesigned the hybrid shape for the Rogue3 to increase and maximize the hitting area.

      Longer Handle:
        • We modified the dimensions of the paddle to provide a generous 5 ½” long handle, to better accommodate those two-handed backhands.

      Thicker Core:
        • The 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core with Gel-Core and the electroplated diamond weave carbon fiber surface make for a paddle with a solid feel, incredible control, and the power you need. 

      USA Pickleball Approved

      USA Pickleball ApprovedThis paddle passes the USA Pickleball specification tests and is approved for use in USA Pickleball sanctioned play.

      Please note that due to the nature of carbon fiber weaves, some minor variations in the weave & sheen are normal, do not affect performance in any way, and are not considered a defect.

      30-Day Return Policy

      If you're completely unsatisfied with your paddle within the first 30 days, you can return it. Read the complete details.

      Customer Reviews

      Based on 66 reviews
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      Jim Seethoff
      Rogue 3

      I have the Rogue 2 and the Rogue 3 is definitely an improvement. It took a very short time to adjust to it, and it didn’t cost $300.

      R
      REGINALD ALLEN
      Rogue 3

      Excellent power and control. Dampening also exceptional do far. Have played solidly for the last two weeks

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      m.R.
      A great paddle

      This paddle is pretty much exactly as described by Players. I purchased the light Swing weight version. Comparing a standard swing weight to the light version, there is a subtle but definite difference. The light weight version is easier to bring the paddle face up.
      The amount of control is almost magical. I have been making shots I would not have had any chance at with other paddles. There is less shock and vibration. Unless I am really off the sweet spot, all shots have the same feel. Having the weight on the paddle’s outside edge seems to help reduce the twisting effect. It is still there, but much less and is most noticeable when I return a hard hit ball off center. Their solution is much better than putting weighted tape on the paddle edge, same result but a much lighter and therefore quicker paddle.
      The paddle definitely has increased spin capabilities. The face does not feel particularly rough, but it definitely interacts with the ball for significant spin resulting in often remarkable ball movement on the bounce.
      I did have an issue with my paddle. I was uncertain about some of the results I was seeing and sent an inquiry to Players in the morning. By late morning that same day I had a return email saying they thought there might be an issue with the paddle. By early afternoon, I received a second email with a shipping ID number indicating they were sending out a replacement paddle by priority shipping. The customer service is just outstanding.
      Definitely recommend this paddle.

      T
      Tammy Chavarria
      Rogue3GelCore

      Love it, the elonged handle, the weight, control and power are all just right for me. Just won Silver Medal in Senior Women's Doubles! Thank you!

      J
      Jim Hayes
      Rogue3 Gel-Core

      Been using Player’s paddles for a number of years. This new paddle is the best yet. More consistent hits!