The Encore Pro Composite Pickleball Paddle was designed with feedback from top-level players, including Brian Staub, Marcin Rozpedski and Phil Bagley. It offers a huge sweet spot and increased "touch" when balls hit its surface. Its specialized skin allows players to greatly increase spin power and the poly-Mer & composite material blend makes this a great balance between control and power. It has the same dimensions as the original Encore but can be ordered in two weights: lite (7.5-7.8 ounces) and standard (7.9-8.3 ounces). It also offers a 4 ¼” medium grip circum-Ference with a 4 ¾” length. Players wanting the pros' level of power and control should seriously consider the Encore Pro Composite Pickleball Paddle. Actual grip sizes can vary by 1/8”. Made in the USA!