Onix
Onix Lucent
The Onix Lucent is an elongated composite paddle with a tennis-style grip, polypropylene honeycomb core, and added reach. It suits players upgrading from an entry-level paddle or bringing long swings and two-handed backhands from tennis.
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Overview
The Lucent combines a Pure Force composite face with a polypropylene honeycomb core. Onix says this setup balances power, controlled spin, touch, and responsiveness. The elongated shape adds reach for defensive shots and overheads, while the 4.12-inch tennis-racket-inspired grip supports a familiar two-handed backhand feel.
Its medium-weight construction should feel more substantial than a lightweight paddle without being positioned as an extreme power model. Reviewers describe the composite version as more forgiving and better at dampening vibration on off-center hits. USA Pickleball approval also makes it suitable for sanctioned play.
Play style
This paddle fits players who want dependable drives without giving up control on softer shots. The composite face supports controlled spin, while the polypropylene core is intended to add touch and responsiveness at the kitchen. Its elongated profile favors reach, leverage, and baseline swings over maximum hand speed in quick exchanges.
Choose it if you are developing timing, extending your reach, or carrying topspin and two-handed backhands into pickleball. The composite face is the safer choice if forgiveness matters more than the sharper, stiffer feel associated with the Lucent raw-carbon version.
Best for
- Tennis players bringing two-handed backhands and long swings to pickleball
- Players upgrading from an entry-level paddle
- Players who want extra reach for defensive shots and overheads
- Players developing timing who value a more forgiving composite face
- Players seeking a balance of touch, controlled spin, and power
Look elsewhere if
- Players who prioritize maximum hand speed in fast kitchen exchanges
- Players seeking the strongest possible spin from a textured raw-carbon face
- Players who prefer a widebody shape and a larger hitting area
- Players who dislike tennis-style grips or use only compact swings
Strengths
- Elongated shape adds reach and leverage for defensive shots and overheads
- Composite face offers controlled spin, reliable power, and a more forgiving feel
- Polypropylene honeycomb core supports touch, control, and responsiveness
- Tennis-style grip suits two-handed backhands and familiar racquet handling
- USA Pickleball approved for competitive and recreational play
Things to consider
- The elongated shape may feel less quick than a wider or more compact paddle at the kitchen
- Players wanting aggressive spin should compare it with the Lucent raw-carbon version
- The tennis-style handle may not suit players who prefer a conventional pickleball grip
- Check the grip fit carefully if 4.12 inches feels too large or too small for your hand
Specs
| Brand | Onix |
|---|---|
| Core material | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face | Composite |
| Face material | Pure Force composite |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Grip circumference | 4.12 in |
| Handle | Tennis-racket-inspired grip |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes |
Not listed by the seller: weight, core thickness, length, width, handle length.
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