{"product_id":"engage-x2-elongated-16mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"Engage X2 Elongated 16mm Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tab-shortdescription\"\u003eElongated 16mm paddle with quad-density foam core, micro-weave carbon fiber face, and fiberglass perimeter weighting for extended reach, controlled power, and heavy spin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMiddleweight \/ Medium Grip\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eEngage X2 Elongated Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we want to take space away from opponents and hit drives that keep them off balance, the Engage X2 Elongated Pickleball Paddle gives us the shape and structure to do it. The longer 16.5\" profile adds natural leverage, so serves, returns, and attacking drives come off with more extension and a little extra finish. We would say that it is built for the player who likes to stay on the front foot and create pressure with pace.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat makes the X2 line different within Engage is the fully engineered 100% foam architecture. Instead of the response tapering off outside the center, the quad-density foam core build is designed to compress and release energy more consistently across the face. In the Elongated, that translates to bigger offensive upside than the Widebody and a more attack-first identity than we usually expect from traditional control-leaning Engage shapes. We still get dwell time and spin for shaping the ball, but this is the version we would choose when reach, power, and drive penetration matter most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuad-Density Foam Core\u003c\/strong\u003e - Engineered foam construction blends dwell, rebound, and stability across the hitting area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicro-Weave Carbon Fiber Face\u003c\/strong\u003e - Thin-strand carbon increases ball bite, elasticity, and spin consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiberglass Perimeter Weighting\u003c\/strong\u003e - Reinforces the outer edges for a steadier feel and stronger off-center response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEVA Foam Transition Ring\u003c\/strong\u003e - Helps smooth energy transfer for more connected power and a more stable feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElongated Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds leverage, reach, and finishing ability for aggressive all-court players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 32px 0; padding: 24px; border-radius: 16px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f6f6f6 0%, #ffffff 100%); border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; box-shadow: 0 8px 24px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: 16px; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 4px; background: #cc0000; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: .1em; text-transform: uppercase; font-weight: bold; color: #666;\"\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; font-weight: 600; color: #111;\"\u003e\"The Elongated is the more aggressive expression of the X2 platform. We feel the extra reach right away, but the bigger story is how confidently it lets us swing hard without losing shape on the ball.\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 12px; font-size: 13px; color: #555;\"\u003e— PickleballCentral Gear Expert\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"the kitchen shop PB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48123392819435,"sku":"ENG953-0001","price":259.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/4824\/8043\/files\/ENG953_01__44090__85699.1780089333.386.513.jpg?v=1780111084","url":"https:\/\/shop.thekitchenpb.com\/products\/engage-x2-elongated-16mm-pickleball-paddle","provider":"the kitchen shop PB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}