The NEW 'Encore EX'. The Encore EX is the 1/2 inch version of the top selling Encore EX 6.0. What's the difference? The Encore EX just has a little more power. Paddles with thicker cores have more control and a softer feel at the point of contact. But as cores get thicker, the power and size of the sweet spot diminishes. Engage, known for their paddle engineering and innovation, created 'Core Skin Dimensioning' to fix that issue. Producing the only 'Thick Core' paddles with a large sweet spot and the right amount of power to put the ball away (while maintaining full control, balance and positioning). But if you find you have to over-swing to put the ball away (or get your serve/return deep) with the Encore 6.0 series (or other thick core paddles or any other paddle), you may need a little more power. That's where the Encore EX comes in. Now you can swing at a normal speed and ensure you stay in control (and not lose the ability to recover for the next shot) when you put that ball away (or need help getting that serve / return deeper). The NEW 'Encore EX'. Innovation. Creativity. Ingenuity. Exclusively by EngagePickleball. Paddle Weight LITE 7.5 - 7.85 oz. Standard 7.9 - 8.3 oz. Paddle Size Length: 16" Width: 8" Handle Dimensions: Circumference (may vary up to 1/8"): Standard (4 1/4") with a cushion wrap Paddle Materials: Surface: FiberTEK? (for maximum forgiveness and spin) Core: 'ControlPro' Polymer (with Vibration Control Technology) Innovation: Core Skin Dimensioning (to optimize power and sweet spot) Designed to Pass Most Stringent Community Noise Requirements USAPA Listed and Approved for Tournament Play. Made in America! Listing and template services provided by inkFrog