{"title":"Paddles","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .fizz-lp { \n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, sans-serif;\n    color: #121212;\n    max-width: 1100px;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    padding: 0 20px;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n  }\n  .fizz-lp section { padding: 32px 0; }\n  .fizz-lp section + section { border-top: 1px solid #E5E8EC; }\n  .fizz-lp h2 {\n    font-size: 28px;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    letter-spacing: -0.01em;\n    margin: 0 0 16px;\n    color: #121212;\n  }\n  .fizz-lp p { \n    font-size: 17px; \n    margin: 0 0 12px;\n    color: #2A2A2A;\n  }\n  .fizz-lp .eyebrow {\n    font-size: 12px;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    letter-spacing: 0.12em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    color: #1E90FF;\n    margin: 0 0 12px;\n  }\n  .fizz-lp .risk-banner {\n    background: #121212;\n    color: #F4F4F4;\n    padding: 24px 28px;\n    border-left: 4px solid #1E90FF;\n    margin: 32px 0 0;\n  }\n  .fizz-lp .risk-banner h2 { color: #F4F4F4; font-size: 22px; margin-bottom: 8px; }\n  .fizz-lp .risk-banner p { color: #F4F4F4; font-size: 16px; margin: 0; }\n  @media (min-width: 768px) {\n    .fizz-lp h2 { font-size: 34px; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-lp\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003e100 Units · T700 Raw Carbon · Newcastle, NSW\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/6350\/1107\/files\/FIZZ_COURT_HERO.png?v=1774345871\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy FIZZ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralian-owned. T700 raw carbon face — the same spec as paddles sold at $350 and up. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for players who've outgrown entry-level gear but aren't paying the $300 mark-up that comes with a brand name. That gap was obvious. Nobody was filling it honestly. So we did.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the Launch Run works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne production run. 100 units across three models. Launch pricing holds until the 100 are gone — then prices move to RRP permanently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 units is deliberate. Small batch, direct from Newcastle, every order handled personally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"risk-banner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy with Confidence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 16px 0 0; background: #1a1a1a; border: 1px solid #2a2a2a; border-radius: 6px; padding: 12px 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: 0.08em; color: #1e90ff; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e✓ SHIPS NEXT BUSINESS DAY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: 0.08em; color: #1e90ff; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e✓ 12-MONTH WARRANTY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: 0.08em; color: #1e90ff; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e✓ 30-DAY RETURNS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 24px 0 24px; border-top: 1px solid #2a2a2a; padding-top: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; color: #f4f4f4; font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003eThe Pickleball Paddle Aisle is a Minefield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; color: #b0b0b0;\"\u003eToo many models. Too little clarity. You shouldn't need a spreadsheet to choose a paddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spark","title":"SPARK","description":"\u003cp\u003e🇦🇺 Australian-owned · 📦 Ships next business day from Newcastle · ✅ 30-day returns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFounding price $119 — locked in for our first players (RRP $149). Comparable carbon paddles: $350+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lightest swing in the FIZZ lineup. Built for consistency, not compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 220g with a forgiving 10mm honeycomb core, SPARK makes you more accurate in the moments that matter — long rallies, touch shots, recovery after a hard drive. This is the paddle that doesn't fight you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Why SPARK \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e10 grams lighter. Noticeably different.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPARK is 10g lighter than EDGE and APEX — and in a sport where you're swinging hundreds of times per session, that difference accumulates. Less fatigue. More controlled swings late in a match. Fewer mis-hit drives when your arm is tired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10mm honeycomb core absorbs more impact than EDGE's tighter 8mm construction. That means the paddle does more of the error-correction for you — balls that clip the edge stay in, contact that's slightly off-centre still goes where you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're building consistency, moving from a recreational paddle, or prefer placement over raw power — SPARK gives you the platform to develop without fighting the equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e How it feels \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft and forgiving on contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffortless to swing — even deep into a session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMis-hits stay in play more often\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable through extended play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled without feeling muted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnough pop for drives, enough touch for finesse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Who it's for \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're upgrading from a recreational or beginner paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArm comfort and reduced fatigue matter to you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prioritise placement and touch over pure power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou play long sessions and want a lighter swing weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're working on consistency and court awareness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou've had arm or elbow issues with heavier paddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Construction \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eT700 Raw Carbon Fibre Face\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery FIZZ paddle uses T700 raw carbon fibre — the same material specification as paddles sold at two to three times the price. The raw peel-ply surface grips the ball through the shot, generating spin on serves, resets and drops without any extra technique required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e16mm Polypropylene Honeycomb Core (10mm cells)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger honeycomb cells create more flex and impact absorption at contact. The forgiving response is structural — built into the geometry of the core, not a surface-level fix. Compared to EDGE's tighter 8mm cells, SPARK's core absorbs more of the impact energy so your arm takes less of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Shape (414 × 192mm)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic paddle geometry with a generous sweet spot. The fastest shape to adapt to if you're coming from a recreational paddle, and the most forgiving on off-centre hits across the full face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Full specifications \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"fizz-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220g (±5g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm polypropylene honeycomb, 10mm cells\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard — 414 × 192mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e140mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrip circumference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDispatches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNext business day, Newcastle NSW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e How SPARK compares \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-card active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-name\"\u003eSpark\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-stat\"\u003e220g · SW 115\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-desc\"\u003eLightest · most forgiving · comfort \u0026amp; touch\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-name\"\u003eEdge\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-stat\"\u003e230g · SW 118.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-desc\"\u003eFirmest · most power · snap \u0026amp; stability\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-name\"\u003eApex\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-stat\"\u003e230g · SW 113\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-desc\"\u003eSoftest · foam core · max feel \u0026amp; dwell\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Common questions \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eIs SPARK too underpowered for competitive play?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eNo. SPARK balances power and control — it's softer than EDGE but still delivers enough pop for drives. The T700 carbon face generates real spin on every shot type. It's not a beginner-only paddle; it's a comfort-first paddle that performs at any level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eWill it hold up over time?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eSPARK uses a mature polypropylene honeycomb construction — the same category used reliably across the industry. Unlike experimental designs that have seen high failure rates, this is a proven, stable build backed by local Australian support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eI have tennis elbow — will a lighter paddle help?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eLighter weight and a softer core both reduce the vibration and impact shock transmitted to your arm on contact. Many players with arm sensitivity look specifically for this combination. We recommend consulting your physio for personalised advice, but the construction case for SPARK is solid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eWhat's the difference between SPARK and a cheap $50 paddle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eA T700 raw carbon fibre face is the defining upgrade. Recreational paddles use fibreglass or basic composite faces — they generate almost no spin and deaden control at the net. SPARK's carbon face grips the ball through contact, giving you spin and placement precision that simply isn't possible with a budget paddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Light. Forgiving. Comfortable.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44077622657075,"sku":"JS002","price":119.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/6350\/1107\/files\/CCFF23CA-2BB8-4BFD-BFF5-6BF18F4481A7.png?v=1775612033"},{"product_id":"apex","title":"APEX","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🇦🇺 Australian-owned · 📦 Ships next business day from Newcastle · ✅ 30-day returns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFounding price $199 — locked in for our first players (RRP $249). Comparable carbon paddles: $350+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe softest contact in the FIZZ lineup. Built for touch players who demand feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPEX uses a full EPP foam core — no honeycomb — so instead of the ball bouncing off the face, you feel it compress, dwell, and release. That's the difference between a paddle that redirects the ball and one that connects with it. For dinking, drops and precision placement, nothing in the range comes close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Why APEX \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFull foam core. A completely different feel.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoneycomb cores — used in SPARK and EDGE — reflect energy. Foam cores absorb it, regulate it, and return it with control. APEX's EPP high-density foam inner core absorbs impact and gives it back as precise, consistent ball feedback. You can feel exactly where the ball is on the face. That's what touch players mean when they talk about \"feel.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround the perimeter, a serrated EVA energy ring acts as a spring system — so APEX isn't a dead paddle. The power is there when you need it for smashes and drives. The foam core simply means your soft game is dialled in at a level that honeycomb can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated shape extends your reach at the net. The foam-isolated handle connection dampens vibration from the handle up — so the feel you get from the face isn't contaminated by rattle from the grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf precision, touch and the soft game define how you play — APEX was built specifically for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e How it feels \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft and connected on contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall compresses, dwells and releases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecise placement on dinks and drops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast hands for quick net exchanges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended reach at the kitchen line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled — not dead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Who it's for \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live at the kitchen line and prioritise the soft game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDinking, dropping and placement define your style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the most connected, tactile feel available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou rely on fast hands and quick net exchanges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want extended reach without a heavier paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou've tried honeycomb and want something fundamentally different\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Construction \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eT700 Raw Carbon Fibre Face\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-layer construction maximises stiffness and longevity. Raw peel-ply surface grips the ball for spin on every shot type. Elite-level durability in the face material — the same T700 specification used in paddles at two to three times the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEPP High-Density Foam Inner Core\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpanded polypropylene foam absorbs impact energy and returns it with refined precision. This is the fundamental source of APEX's soft, connected feel — and what separates it completely from any honeycomb paddle. The ball sinks into the face on contact. You feel every shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSerrated EVA Energy Ring (outer perimeter)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gear-tooth perimeter ring that acts as a spring system around the edge of the core. Adds explosive energy return on smashes and drives — so APEX has power when you call on it, without compromising the soft feel of the foam core at the centre of the face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFoam-Isolated Handle Connection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is foam-isolated from the core. Vibration generated at the face is filtered before it reaches your hand. The result is a cleaner feel signal from the face and reduced fatigue during extended play — you feel the ball, not the noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePU Cushion Layer (handle and throat)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft PU foam buffer at the handle and throat absorbs residual shock. Works with the isolated handle connection to reduce arm fatigue and protect your wrist during long sessions at the net.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eElongated Shape (417 × 184mm)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8mm narrower than SPARK and EDGE. More reach at the net. Faster hand speed on exchanges. The sweet spot sits higher — ideal for kitchen-line play. Takes one or two sessions to calibrate if you're coming from a standard shape, but most touch players prefer it once they adjust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Full specifications \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"fizz-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230g (±5g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm EPP foam — no honeycomb, serrated EVA energy ring at perimeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElongated — 417 × 184mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e140mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrip circumference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDispatches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNext business day, Newcastle NSW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e How APEX compares \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-name\"\u003eSpark\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-stat\"\u003e220g · SW 115\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-desc\"\u003eLightest · most forgiving · comfort \u0026amp; touch\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-name\"\u003eEdge\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-stat\"\u003e230g · SW 118.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-desc\"\u003eFirmest · most power · snap \u0026amp; stability\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-card active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-name\"\u003eApex\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-stat\"\u003e230g · SW 113\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-desc\"\u003eSoftest · foam core · max feel \u0026amp; dwell\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Common questions \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eIf APEX is so soft, can I still drive the ball hard?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eYes. The serrated EVA energy ring around the perimeter acts as a spring system — it stores and releases energy on hard shots. APEX is optimised for touch and control, but it has genuine power when you need it. It's not a dead paddle. Players who dink well and drive well will find it handles both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eWhat makes EPP foam different from honeycomb?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eHoneycomb cores reflect energy — they're engineered to transfer it efficiently. Foam cores absorb and regulate it. EPP foam gives you a slower, more connected dwell time on the ball. If you've played honeycomb paddles and always wanted more feel, foam is what you've been looking for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eThe elongated shape is narrower — does that affect the sweet spot?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eThe elongated shape (417 × 184mm) is 8mm narrower than SPARK and EDGE, which positions the sweet spot higher on the face — ideal for net play and kitchen exchanges. It takes one or two sessions to calibrate, but most touch players prefer it once they adjust to the geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eHow does APEX compare to foam-core paddles at $300–400?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eAPEX uses the same EPP foam core architecture and T700 raw carbon face as paddles in the $300–400 range from US brands. The construction is genuinely comparable — the price difference is import costs, currency conversion and brand margin, not materials. APEX gives Australian players access to elite foam-core feel without the Australia tax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soft. Precise. Controlled.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44077623017523,"sku":"JS001","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/6350\/1107\/files\/638E3D18-1A6E-4F39-96CF-4756AC72C1AD.png?v=1775611980"},{"product_id":"edge","title":"EDGE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🇦🇺 Australian-owned · 📦 Ships next business day from Newcastle · ✅ 30-day returns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFounding price $159 — locked in for our first players (RRP $199). Comparable carbon paddles: $350+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe firmest paddle in the FIZZ lineup. Built for players who attack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 230g with a tight 8mm honeycomb core and Gen-4 hybrid construction, EDGE delivers direct, explosive energy transfer. When you drive the ball, it comes off the face with snap. The paddle doesn't cushion your power — it amplifies it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Why EDGE \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGen-4 hybrid core. Built for power without sacrifice.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost paddles make you choose between power and durability. EDGE doesn't. The Gen-4 hybrid construction combines a precision PP honeycomb core with a high-expansion PU foam layer — improving structural integrity over older single-layer designs and eliminating the core collapse issues that have plagued high-end paddles from bigger brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn embedded perimeter impact layer wraps both sides of the paddle and extends to the upper rim — reinforcing the frame so hard swings stay true and aggressive play doesn't compromise the structure over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EVA foam throat zone reduces torsional flex and anchors the core, giving you a more stable, predictable response during resets and blocks. Less wrist strain on fast exchanges. More precision when you need to reset quickly under pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you play power-first and want a paddle that rewards aggressive swings with clean, consistent feedback — EDGE is built for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e How it feels \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm and responsive on contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall comes off with snap on drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable through hard swings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrisp, direct energy return\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecise during resets and blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful without feeling heavy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Who it's for \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou attack from the baseline and want real pop on drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer a crisp, direct response over a cushioned feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou've been frustrated by paddles that feel dead under power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou play all-court and want both pop and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're upgrading from a soft or entry-level paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a proven, durable build — not experimental tech\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Construction \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eT700 Raw Carbon Fibre Face\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaw peel-ply texture grips the ball through contact for spin on every shot type — serves, drives, drops and resets. The same face material specification used in paddles at two to three times the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGen-4 Hybrid Core: PP Honeycomb + PU Foam Layer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTight 8mm PP honeycomb cells deliver direct energy transfer and snap. The PU foam layer refines the traditional construction — improving structural integrity and eliminating the core collapse that affects single-layer honeycomb paddles over time. More power. Longer lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePerimeter Edge Reinforcement\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn embedded impact-absorbing layer wraps both sides and the upper rim. Reinforces the frame under aggressive play. Minimises vibration without softening the feel — so you still get crisp feedback on contact, just without the harsh rattle on mis-hits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEVA Foam Throat Zone\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrategically placed EVA foam at the throat reduces torsional flex and anchors the core. Adds precision during quick resets and blocks. Less wrist strain on fast exchanges at the kitchen line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHybrid Shape (417 × 192mm)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3mm longer than SPARK's standard shape. Extends reach slightly without changing the balance point significantly. More court coverage without sacrificing swing speed — most players adapt within a session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Full specifications \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"fizz-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230g (±5g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm polypropylene honeycomb, 8mm cells + throat reinforcement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT700 raw carbon fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid — 417 × 192mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e145mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrip circumference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDispatches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNext business day, Newcastle NSW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e How EDGE compares \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-name\"\u003eSpark\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-stat\"\u003e220g · SW 115\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-desc\"\u003eLightest · most forgiving · comfort \u0026amp; touch\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-card active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-name\"\u003eEdge\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-stat\"\u003e230g · SW 118.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-desc\"\u003eFirmest · most power · snap \u0026amp; stability\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-name\"\u003eApex\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-stat\"\u003e230g · SW 113\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-compare-desc\"\u003eSoftest · foam core · max feel \u0026amp; dwell\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fizz-acc-trigger\"\u003e Common questions \u003cspan class=\"fizz-acc-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fizz-acc-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eWhat makes EDGE different from a standard honeycomb paddle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eStandard honeycomb paddles use a single PP core. EDGE uses Gen-4 hybrid construction — PP honeycomb enhanced with a PU foam layer — which significantly improves structural integrity and resists core collapse. Many $300–400 paddles have seen high failure rates from core crush. EDGE is built on a proven architecture that avoids that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eIs EDGE suitable for dinking and soft play?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eYes. The EVA throat zone and perimeter reinforcement provide more control than a basic honeycomb paddle during resets and soft shots. EDGE is a genuine all-court paddle — it prioritises power-first feel, but it handles the soft game well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eThe hybrid shape is 3mm longer than SPARK — will I notice?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eThe extra length extends reach slightly without meaningfully changing swing speed or balance. Most players adapt within a session or two. It gives you more coverage at the net and a slightly longer lever on drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-q\"\u003eHow does EDGE compare to paddles costing $350+?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fizz-faq-a\"\u003eThe T700 raw carbon face and Gen-4 hybrid core are the same material specifications used in paddles at two to three times the price. The difference is brand margin, not materials. EDGE is priced to give Australian players access to genuine performance construction without the import tax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Firm. Stable. 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