PKL Sportz Z33
Specifications
| Polypropylene honeycombListed as "Poylpropylene" | |
| Core thickness | 15.3 mm |
| Shape | Not listed |
| Outline (per USA Pickleball) | Rectangle with round corners |
| Face material | Carbon fiberListed as "3K Carbon Fiber" |
| Surface finish | UV printing |
| Cell size | 8mm |
| MD number | 33 |
| Weight | Not listed |
| Not listed | |
| Not listed | |
| Length | Not listed |
| Width | Not listed |
| Handle length | Not listed |
| Grip circumference | Not listed |
| MSRP (manufacturer list price) | Not listed |
| Release year | Not listed |
| Manufacturer page | Not listed |
Source: USA Pickleball Approved Equipment List. Specs not on the official list show as "Not listed" until we verify them.
Weights, dimensions and MSRP come from manufacturer or retailer pages, are checked by an editor before they appear, and link to their source. MSRP is the list price on the date shown, not a live price.
What these specs mean
- Core thickness
- A mid-thickness core (about 14 to 15 mm) sits between the two common builds: a bit more pop than 16 mm, a bit more cushion than 13 mm.
- Core material
- Polypropylene honeycomb is the most widely used core. The plastic cells absorb impact, giving a quiet, soft and forgiving feel that suits control and touch.
- Face
- Carbon fiber faces are stiff and light, generally favoring control and a consistent response.
These are typical tendencies of each construction. Weight, balance, surface treatment and each brand's specific materials also change how a paddle plays.
Pro tour legality (UPA-A)
Amateur and USA Pickleball–sanctioned events accept paddles on the USA Pickleball list. PPA Tour and MLP pro events require UPA-A certification.
- UPA-A
- Not on the UPA-A list
We only link a UPA-A entry when brand, model and core thickness clearly match; uncertain pairs wait for review. If you think this paddle is on the UPA-A list, check the source below.
UPA-A approved paddle list ·Decertified and delisted paddles
Where to buy
We don't list retailers for this paddle yet. We'll only add links we've checked, and we'll always disclose when we earn from them.
Same construction, other brands
Polypropylene honeycomb core, 15.3 mm.
| Brand | Model | Core | Thickness | Shape | Face | Approved | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precise | X5p | Polypropylene honeycomb | 15.3 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Sep 8, 2025 | |
| Precise | X5 | Polypropylene honeycomb | 15.3 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Jul 21, 2025 | |
| Air | SWIFT | Polypropylene honeycomb | 15.3 mm | Not listed | Raw carbon | Mar 19, 2025 | |
| CONVERT Pickleball | PROVECTA | Polypropylene honeycomb | 15.3 mm | Hybrid | Raw carbon | Aug 20, 2024 |
Precise
X5p- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 15.3 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Sep 8, 2025
Precise
X5- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 15.3 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jul 21, 2025
Air
SWIFT- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 15.3 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Mar 19, 2025
CONVERT Pickleball
PROVECTA- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 15.3 mm
- Shape:
- Hybrid
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Aug 20, 2024
Learn more
- What is Swing weight?How heavy a paddle feels when you swing it. Higher swing weight adds power and stability; lower swing weigh…
- What is Twist weight?A measure of how much a paddle resists twisting on off-center hits. Higher twist weight means a more forgiv…
- What is UPA-A?United Pickleball Association of Americas: the governing body for the PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball,…
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