Engage's Engage Pursuit Pro1 6.0 Hybrid Paddle is positioned at the flagship end of the range, designed around competitive players who'll feel a 0.2oz weight difference and tune their paddles with lead tape.
Build at a glance
- Core thickness16mm
- Face materialTORAY T700 raw carbon fibre
- ConstructionPolypropylene honeycomb core
- Skill levelAdvanced · Pro
- Play stylePower
What this paddle does well
TORAY T700 carbon is the modern competitive standard — same weave grade you find on paddles £80 more expensive. The face grips the ball for proper spin generation without flexing unpredictably under impact.
The 16mm core is the modern club-paddle thickness sweet spot. Enough plush for soft hands at the kitchen, enough density for a meaningful third-shot drive when you need it.
Who it's for
This paddle is designed with competitive players who'll feel a 0.2oz weight difference and tune their paddles with lead tape in mind. If you've moved past entry-tier paddles and want to feel the difference at every contact, the spec is here.
The honest trade-offs
You give up a small amount of raw pop compared to thinner-core paddles — most players don't notice it, but power-first hitters might. the price reflects premium materials and tighter tolerances — the marginal performance gain over a £150 paddle is real but small for most amateurs.
How it sits in the range
Browse Engage's full UK line to compare against the brand's other models, or the wider paddle range to compare against equivalents from other brands at this tier.
Frequently asked
Is the Engage Pursuit Pro1 6.0 Hybrid Paddle too advanced for a beginner?
This paddle is engineered for advanced and tournament-bound players — tighter tolerances, more demanding sweet spot. Beginners can play it, but won't access most of what makes it special. Consider a £30–£90 starter paddle first.
What core thickness is the Engage Pursuit Pro1 6.0 Hybrid Paddle?
The Engage Pursuit Pro1 6.0 Hybrid Paddle uses a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core. A 16mm core is the modern control-first standard — more dwell time, better for kitchen play.
What's the face made of?
The face is TORAY T700 raw carbon fibre. TORAY T700 is the modern competitive grade — known for consistent spin generation and stiffness across the face.
Does this paddle come with a cover?
Cover inclusion varies by model and batch. Where Engage bundles a cover, we mention it explicitly in the listing. Otherwise, paddle covers are sold separately and we recommend one for any paddle £100+.
How long will this paddle last?
1–2 seasons of regular weekly play before noticeable dead-spot creep. Thermoformed unibody paddles tend toward the longer end of that range; sandwich-construction paddles toward the shorter.
Is the Engage Pursuit Pro1 6.0 Hybrid Paddle USAPA approved?
Most current paddles from Engage are USAPA approved for sanctioned tournament play. Check the listing tags or contact us if you need confirmation for a specific event.