Six Zero

Six Zero Double Black Diamond

The Six Zero Double Black Diamond is a 16mm hybrid control paddle with raw carbon and a thermoformed build. It suits players who want strong spin, useful power, and enough control for all-court play.

Character from the specs · Balanced

Power70
Control68
Forgiveness68
Arm-friendly64

Worked out from core thickness, weight, face and shape using general rules of thumb — not from a play test.

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Overview

The paddle uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core and Japanese Toray 700K raw carbon face. Its thermoformed handle and hybrid shape support a solid, crisp feel. Reviewers consistently praise its blend of power, control, and spin, though the paddle can feel too lively for players who want a very soft response.

At 8.1 ounces, it sits in a manageable performance-paddle range without feeling ultralight. The 16.3-inch length gives you more reach than a widebody paddle, while the 7.6-inch width keeps a broad hitting area. Its 5.5-inch handle gives room for a two-handed backhand without making the paddle as long as an elongated model.

Play style

This paddle fits an all-court game built around aggressive drives, heavy topspin, and controlled attacks. Reviewers find that the raw carbon face produces excellent spin, even though its surface can feel smoother than expected. The 16mm core adds control and helps make the thermoformed construction more user-friendly than some stiff thermoformed paddles.

The paddle still has noticeable pop and power. That helps when you drive from the baseline or counter hard shots, but it can make touch shots less forgiving if your hands are already quick. Choose something softer if your game depends on deadened drops and delicate kitchen exchanges. The hybrid length offers useful reach, but an elongated paddle will reach farther.

Best for

  • Players moving into a first performance paddle who want power and control together
  • All-court players who mix baseline drives with kitchen exchanges
  • Players who rely on topspin for drives, rolls, and attacking serves
  • Two-handed backhand players who want a 5.5-inch handle
  • Players who want more reach than a traditional widebody without choosing an elongated shape

Look elsewhere if

  • Players who want a very soft, low-pop response at the kitchen
  • Players who frequently pop up touch shots and need maximum control
  • Players who prefer the extra reach of an elongated paddle
  • Players who want an especially light paddle for faster hand battles

Strengths

  • Raw carbon face supports the strong spin that reviewers consistently highlight
  • 16mm polymer honeycomb core gives the paddle a useful control base
  • Hybrid shape combines added reach with a relatively broad 7.6-inch profile
  • 8.1-ounce weight supports stable drives without becoming unusually heavy
  • Thermoformed construction delivers a crisp response with more user-friendly feel than some stiff thermoformed paddles

Things to consider

  • Its pop can work against a soft kitchen game
  • The hybrid shape does not provide as much reach as an elongated paddle
  • Players with inconsistent touch may need time to manage the lively response
  • The listed weight is an average, so individual paddles can vary within the stated range

Specs

BrandSix Zero
Weight8.1 oz
Core thickness16 mm
Core material16mm polymer honeycomb
FaceCarbon fiber
Face materialJapanese Toray 700K raw carbon
ShapeHybrid
Length16.3 in
Width7.6 in
Handle length5.5 in
Grip circumference4.19 in
HandleThermoformed handle

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Specs come from the seller's product listing and may be incomplete or change between batches. Double-check before you buy.

Sources

  1. Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control - Pickleball Paddle Review | Pickleheads
  2. Six Zero Double Black Diamond 16mm Review | Pickleball Studio
  3. SixZero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm Paddle Review
  4. Six Zero Double Black Diamond Pickleball Paddle Review - The Slice Pickleball
  5. Double Black Diamond Control
  6. Six Zero Black Diamond & Double Black Diamond Review

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