{"product_id":"facolos-elite-x-pickleball-paddle","title":"Facolos Elite X Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003c!-- PP_PREORDER_FACOLOS_START --\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff5d6;border:1px solid #f0d97a;border-radius:6px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.5;color:#5a4500;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-order now — Facolos stock lands in NZ on 17 June 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e Place your order today and we'll ship as soon as the shipment arrives at Padel Park Hamilton.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- PP_PREORDER_FACOLOS_END --\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 6.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Elite X is one of Facolos's best-selling and flagship paddles.\u003c\/strong\u003e On the market for nearly a year and highly popular across multiple countries, the Elite X features one of the grittiest surfaces available today — while still complying with international competition standards and USAPA approved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 6.0pt;\"\u003eThe gritty surface delivers \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional spin\u003c\/strong\u003e, making the Elite X a top choice for players who rely on shaping the ball with heavy topspin. The paddle is designed to offer a \u003cstrong\u003egood balance between control and power\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it versatile and suitable for a wide range of intermediate and advanced players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Elite X?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT700 Raw Carbon Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e — The ultra-rough carbon texture grips the ball for wicked spin and laser-precise control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElasticPP Honeycomb Core\u003c\/strong\u003e — Shock absorption and vibration reduction keep your shots stable and your arm fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Thermal Compression\u003c\/strong\u003e — Heat-pressed perfection ensures power is evenly distributed for consistent play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEVA Edge Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e — Reduced vibration means cleaner resets and sharper reactions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimised Weight Distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e — Switch from defence to offence in a heartbeat without losing balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSAPA Approved\u003c\/strong\u003e — Legal for all levels of play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 19cm x 42cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 14mm or 16mm (choose at checkout)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: 14cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle circumference: 11cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 225–235g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaddle head: Multidirectional T700 Raw Carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaddle Core: ElasticPP Honeycomb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14mm vs 16mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14mm gives you more pop and power; 16mm offers more control and a larger sweet spot. Most players choose 16mm for an all-court game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable at Padel Park Hamilton — free shipping NZ-wide on orders over $100, plus in-store pickup at our Hamilton venue.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Facolos","offers":[{"title":"14mm \/ Blue","offer_id":47837172891700,"sku":"FAC-ELX-BLU-14","price":359.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14mm \/ Green","offer_id":47837172924468,"sku":"FAC-ELX-GRN-14","price":359.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14mm \/ Neon","offer_id":47837172957236,"sku":"FAC-ELX-NEO-14","price":359.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14mm \/ Orange","offer_id":47837172990004,"sku":"FAC-ELX-ORG-14","price":359.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14mm \/ Pink","offer_id":47837173022772,"sku":"FAC-ELX-PNK-14","price":359.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16mm \/ Blue","offer_id":47837173055540,"sku":"FAC-ELX-BLU-16","price":359.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16mm \/ Green","offer_id":47837173088308,"sku":"FAC-ELX-GRN-16","price":359.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16mm \/ Neon","offer_id":47837173121076,"sku":"FAC-ELX-NEO-16","price":359.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16mm \/ Orange","offer_id":47837173153844,"sku":"FAC-ELX-ORG-16","price":359.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16mm \/ Pink","offer_id":47837173186612,"sku":"FAC-ELX-PNK-16","price":359.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/8530\/8212\/files\/web_0000s_0006_pink.webp?v=1779802885","url":"https:\/\/shop.padelpark.nz\/products\/facolos-elite-x-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Padel Park","version":"1.0","type":"link"}