CoreTek Alpha Paddle

Game Changing

This paddle is great. It's really helped put consistency and power behind my drop shots. The stability and forgiveness is amazing!

Alpha Paddle

I'm really impressed with the quality for the price, it feels like a 200 dollar paddle. The Alpha has the perfect amount of control and power. The grip feels amazing and the handle is the perfect size.

Great Paddles

Helped put power behind my shots and added consistency. Very good feel and weight. It almost immediately helped improve my game, which says a lot. For the price these are a steal. Nice to see this kind of thing coming from small companies. I was considering buying a $200+ paddle but seriously am more happy with the Alpha.

It's just ok

High swing weight gives it power, but too slow for me. Handle shape is square and clunky. Grip is wrapped backwards (left handed). Shipped bare in a box with no padding, got scuffed up. I gave the paddle away.

Great paddle

Paddle feels pretty dang good honestly. Sounds like a Shotgun which is super fun. I like it alot more than my gearbox Pro power elongated. Has great stability and great power as well. Great deal for the price

Pretty good paddle, could be great on next version.

Weight- it is advertised as 8.5 +-.2. I had requested one in the lighter end and was told they would handle it. Unfortunately, the stock weight for my paddle was 8.6 out of the box. After overgrip and some electrical tape for edge guarding, I'm at 8.9. it feels pretty well balanced and not super head heavy. I would have preferred my final weight below 8.5, but it did meet the spec they published, so I'm just being picky 😎 It's my first time having a paddle with the 3k cf. I am so used to RCF and love gritty paddles. I have several paddles to compare it to, but will stick to a few in this similar price range. Let me compare it to the Hurache-X and Neonic Flow. Face texture... Hurache X

Powerful + Control

After researching this paddle I decided to give it a chance and I must say it has exceeded my expectations. It is extremely powerful yet still controllable. Slightly heavy, but well balanced so it has a light weight feel during swings. What surprised me the most was its performance in the soft game. Typically, paddles with this much power make it difficult to be consistent on drops, dinks, and resets but with the Alpha, it's a breeze. Expect a lot of aced serves, body bagging and people flinching when you put balls away!

Monster paddle

An exceptional value for the price. The foam core provides such a dampened comfortable feel. The heft allows you to really demolish the ball with pace, similarly to a Gearbox Power paddle but with a tad more control. Very cool looking graphic with the 3K weave as well.

Alpha review

I’ve used the alpha for about 15 hours at 4.5-5.0 games. This thing really packs a punch. Like my punch blocks and speed ups were unbelievable. Of course the trade off is that the resets and dinks felt difficult to control. The paddle also came gripped for a lefty, so I had to put a new grip on. The paddle balance is quite heavy, and the twist weight felt surprisingly low, I would guess it’s around 6.5. I tried adding lead tape, but the high swing weight of the paddle doesn’t give you much room to work with before the paddle starts feeling too slow, I was only able to add weight around the throat of the paddle. If you have a playstyle that revolves around speed ups, and lobbing whenever in trouble, this paddle will be your best friend. I typically play with the DBD infinity, which is very soft and lacks power and pop, so this paddle is the polar opposite. You can also hear the foam inside the face crunching if you put it near your ear and squeeze the paddle face, which is a little weird, but foam is foam Overall, if you are a banger and want to beat everyone in hand battles & are purely focused on generating offense, go for it.

CoreTek Alpha

This paddle has some serious power. It’s up there with the top few in that category. Also had some good spin. Maybe not the absolute best in the game but it’s definitely nothing to complain about. Lastly, it was probably the most stable paddle I’ve ever hit. Needs no lead at all. This is pretty crazy considering it is an elongated paddle. Sweet spot is huge. Probably the only minor downside of this paddle is the swing weight. Though if you like that in a paddle, then even more reason to get this.

Alpha

Lots of power. Good control. Very fun to play with.

My new favorite paddle!

Was very impressed with the alpha! It was a lot of fun to play with The grip felt comfortable and the longer surface made for some interesting play. It took a few games to get use to the control of the paddle but I was very impressed with the alpha and will continue to play with it

Awesome

Exceptional control and power! The foam core of this paddle delivers consistent performance. Great for advanced players seeking precision and spin. A game-changer on the court.

This paddle has insane power!

Coretek has made potentially the most powerful paddle on the market! This paddle hits so hard and is perfect for the power hungry players.

This Paddle is UNREAL

I’m absolutely stoked with this paddle. I’ve never played with a paddle that’s had this much pop! I’d recommend to any player regardless of level!

Great paddle!!

I’m super interested in paddle technology, so when I found out there was a paddle that brought something new to the market, I couldn’t resist. I’ve been playing with the alpha for a couple weeks now and I’m obsessed. It hits super hard, but there’s also great touch. Because it is filled with foam, it is on the heavy side, so that’s something to be aware of. The only real critique I have is the decal covers a lot of the carbon fiber making it difficult to take full advantage of the face (but if you are able to impart your own spin, it’s not very noticeable).

Solid all court paddle!

The Coretek Alpha paddle is truly one of a kind. This paddle offers forgiveness across the entire face, delivering both power and a comfortable level of control. It also has a very well build handle that is just the perfect length for a 2 handed backhand. Overall I think this is a very solid all court paddle and could recommend it to a lot of players.

Perfect blend of Power and Control.

Even though I love my gearbox Power Pro Elongated paddle, I decided to give the CoreTek Alpha paddle a shot for about total of 15 hours. Surprisingly, I found that the CoreTek Alpha paddle offered better control and power compared to what I am accustomed to with Gearbox. Gearbox Pro Power can hit very hard but the control could be a little tricky. CoreTek Alpha higher swingweight contributes to its effectiveness also in my opinion. So, if you prefer having precise control while still having the power to hit hard, the Coretek Alpha paddle could be the ideal choice for you.

Solid paddle, great for indoor and outdoor play, the team at CoreTek is nice too so easy to support

ALPHA Paddle

Awesome

Just got it. after 4 hours of play it is Gearbox Pro like. May need more time to break in to get the real power feel. So far the difference is that it has more spin than the Gearbox and has more control. Right now the Gesrbox iPro has more power, but I have to say it is the second most powerful paddle so far (I’ve also had the Legacy Pro and Pro Air). Maybe after breaking it in it may be the most powerful with the most control. The Gearbox Pro is an unforgiving paddle. Got to hit it right all the time in the kitchen otherwise you will end up eating the ball.

Top Tier Paddle

I have to say that this paddle has everything, from control, spin and lots of power. The best all around court paddle I’ve ever used. Definitely a top tier paddle that rivals any of the big brands in the market. Plus can’t beat the price. 100% recommended

New and improved

Purchased the new revision of the Coretek alpha. Glad to see that it has come down in weight and the grit has improved on this batch. With the lower weight I am able to swing much quicker and generate even more spin. The paddle already hit hard before and now that there is improved grit and weight, I can swing even harder and keep it in. Great work!

Can't get past the swing weight

I really wanted to love this paddle. I was willing to overlook the oddly nearly square handle. But the high swing weight has given me tennis elbow. I've had to resume using my old paddle That is nearly an ounce lighter.

Great paddle!

Such a great paddle and couldn’t be more pleased. Hits harder than the gearbox pro power at a fraction of the cost. Keep the paddles coming Coretek!

Too heavy and difficult to control.

I wanted to like this paddle just because it was a "gen 3" paddle with a foam-infused core. Unfortunately it's just way too heavy to properly maneuver -- not sure if it's because of the core or 6-inch handle. Has plenty of plow-through power, but dinks felt kind of dead compared to my other paddles. Tried to request a refund from CoreTek, but was rejected.

Great Paddle!

I rotate the Alpha with my Ruby, DBD, Proline S, etc. and it plays as well as any of them. Power, control, pop and spin are excellent. I’ve added no lead tape and I’ve played it for a month with no elbow issues. I have been surprised at how much control I have while using it since it’s known for power. I thoroughly enjoy playing the Alpha and communication with Coretek has been top tier. I

High Tech Paddles Ahead of the Others!

The CoreTech Alpha looks amazing BUT the playability is awesome! I don’t understand all the tech in the paddle but I can feel the difference in with power. The price is unbelievable for the product.

Power Value King

If your put-aways are getting returned, buy an ALPHA α. In addition to the punch this paddle packs, it felt stable in my hand when resetting drives. At the kitchen I could dink aggressively with spin. The sweet spot feels huge and responsive. Players looking for power on a budget need to look no further than the ALPHA α.

Made the Switch to Coretek

I had been using the Engage Pro series for about the last year. When I tried the Alpha I knew I had to switch. I convinced my men's doubles and mixed doubles partner to test drive them and now we all on team Coretek. Good control and plenty of pop and power. We added a carbon fiber edge guard and it really looks sweet.

Alpha and Omega

Without a question, both paddles play great. Alpha is definitely geared towards faster play, whereas Omega towards more control. Great paddles.

The Alpha Paddle!

Honestly unreal how great of a paddle you get for this price. I love the long handle and powerful face. This paddles has it all and is one of my go-to-choice's. Coretek has done something special with this one and I hope the company gets the recognition it deserves for the hard work they put into this. Would recommend it to anyone!!!

Great stability!

Very stable with a great sweet spot and plush

Alpha paddle

so FUN to play with this new paddle! Plenty of Power and a 'balanced' feel.

Exceptional Performance and Value

I love this paddle. Few paddles I’ve tested have as much easily accessible power and pop, even fewer retain strong control for resets and dinks. The alpha is a true power paddle that doesn’t sacrifice control. Power, control, and the gnarly spin this paddles offers makes it a true weapon for all skill levels. Constructive subjective criticism: I would prefer the handle to be more of an octagon and less logo on the paddle face. My paddle weighed in at 8.4 ounces leaving little room to add weight. This wasn’t an issue for me but may be for others. Also the paddle feels a little bulkier than other 16mm paddles. Being said, the alpha has replaced the Paddletek bantam tko-c as my main and I highly recommend it.

The Alpha is a really great, well handling paddle.

The Alpha really is a great paddle. I've had two days of competitive playing and it took me almost no time to get used to it. It handles excellent. It dinks well, plays down the line well, serves to where you want, AND is very powerful too. That's the tough part getting both. You will not be disappointed. Oh, it scoops up those ones at your feet with zero bounce better than any paddle I've ever played with. Either that, or I got really good overnight. Not.

Great Paddle!

The sweet spot is the entire surface, very balanced with lots of power.

Where have you been?

Great paddle. Amazing price. I love the balance and the pop. For the price you could buy both the Alpha and Omega. I know some who have.

One Concern

I’m concerned about the graphics on the face of the paddle hindering the spin potential.

Alpha

The Alpha paddle was great right out of the box but when I added a little lead tape, it took it to another level. The spring effect from the foam was much more evident and the paddle was even more powerful. Very happy with the Alpha.

Great - But broke at the throat of the paddle

Great paddle. The handle is difficult to get use to. Felt much better when normal grip was removed and replaced with a thin over grip. Just started to love the paddle when the paddle broke at the throat area.

ALPHA α Paddle!

So much fun. The control is incredible, it feels like a widebody paddle but has good power!