GRAFTON Orbit 1.0: SW 121, conservative ~2,050–2,100 RPM peer band (not PRH lab), USAP, $175 or $140 with code PRH (20% off). Power-first — not a fast-hands kitchen paddle.
The Verdict
Power-first elongated floater from GRAFTON.
Two-handed roll dinks felt natural on the 5.6" handle.
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Specs
| Price (with code) | $140 with code PRH |
| Stock Price | $175 |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Thickness | 16mm |
| Core | Floating polypropylene honeycomb (per GRAFTON PDP) |
| Face | Hybrid glass fiber + RAW T700 carbon fiber |
| Weight | 7.8–8.1 oz |
| Grip Length | 5.6" / 4.125" |
| Swing Weight | 121 |
How It Plays
Power and pop lead this one.
Against our database
Compared with the 126 paddles we have scored.
On-Court Feel
Firm forward contact on drives — the floating honeycomb core adds a little dwell versus stiff thermoformed builds without feeling mushy on blocks.
Spin sits in a conservative 2,050–2,100 RPM peer band for this elongated carbon class, not elite grit tier; roll dinks need intentional brush.
Swing weight 121 is the real story: great for baseline commitment, slow for kitchen hand battles. The 5.6" handle helped two-handed roll dinks feel natural in our sessions.
Performance & Testing
The GRAFTON Orbit 1.0 went through our standard on-court protocol - drills, rec play, and at least one tournament match. How it plays reflects consensus feedback from the group, not a single reviewer's opinion.
Grit & Durability
Raw T700 hybrid face — strong initial bite; long-term grit is closer to peel-ply class than PermaGrit. GRAFTON lists 30-day trial on the PDP.
Who It's For
Power elongated bargain hunters with PRH who accept heavy swing weight.
Skip if you need fast kitchen hands or 2,300+ RPM spin — look at foam or grit-tier paddles instead.
- you want plow-through on drives and serves: a 121 swing weight
- Maneuverability or spin comes first for you. The Pickle Poppers POP N Treasure Elongated is stronger there ($152.99 with PRH).
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong power positioning
- USAP + PBCoR 0.42
- $140 with PRH
- 5.6" handle for two-handers
- 30-day trial + cover
Cons
- SW 121 — slow kitchen hands
- TW 6.2 off-center penalty
- Only elongated v1.0
- Peel-ply class durability
Code PRH works on every Grafton paddle.
Not just this one. The Grafton code page lists every model it covers with the discounted price already applied, so you can see what else is worth a look before you check out.
Bottom Line
Reachable power at $140 with PRH and respectable class-average spin.
We will tighten the RPM band if we complete a full PRH spin measurement pass on Orbit.
PRH is 20% off — $140 at checkout when the code applies.
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Buyer guides for this paddle
How it compares
The closest paddles in the same shape, with the price after each brand's code.
| Paddle | Price with code | Stands out for | Swing weight | Twist weight | Spin (RPM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAFTON Orbit 1.0 This paddle | $140 with PRH | Power, Pop | 121 | 6.2 | ~2,050–2,100 |
| Pickle Poppers POP N Treasure Elongated | $152.99 with PRH | Spin, Power | 120 | 6.32 | — |
| Friday Fever 102 Elongated | $92 with PRH | Control | — | — | 2,189 |
| Bread & Butter Filth | $148.50 with PRH | Power, Spin | 120 | 6.2 | 2,050 |
| Luzz Cannon 2 M1 | $101.15 with PRH | Power, Spin | — | — | — |
Common questions
Is the GRAFTON Orbit 1.0 a good paddle?
Reachable power at $140 with PRH and respectable class-average spin. Best for: Aggressive all-court and baseline players who want GRAFTON max-power elongated at a strong PRH discount.
What shape is the GRAFTON Orbit 1.0?
Elongated shape, 16mm thick, with a Floating polypropylene honeycomb (per GRAFTON PDP) core.
What is the promo code for the GRAFTON Orbit 1.0?
Our code is PRH (Save 20%). Paste it at checkout on graftonpickleball.com after you open the shop link from this review or our deals page.
How much does the GRAFTON Orbit 1.0 cost with PRH?
List price is $175; with PRH you pay $140.
Is the GRAFTON Orbit 1.0 tournament legal?
It is listed as USAP · PBCoR 0.42. Approved-paddle lists change, so check the current one before a sanctioned event.
Who is the GRAFTON Orbit 1.0 for?
Aggressive all-court and baseline players who want GRAFTON max-power elongated at a strong PRH discount.
How much spin does the GRAFTON Orbit 1.0 generate?
About ~2,050–2,100 RPM. That is an estimate from similar faces and shapes, not a number we have measured ourselves yet.
What is the discount code for the GRAFTON Orbit 1.0?
The Grafton discount code is PRH (20% off). That brings it to $140. Paste it at checkout after opening the shop link on this page. It has no expiry date.
What is the coupon code for the GRAFTON Orbit 1.0?
PRH (20% off). Grafton uses the same code whether it is called a coupon, promo or discount code.
Is there a Grafton referral code for the GRAFTON Orbit 1.0?
Yes, PRH is also our Grafton referral code. It is the same code as above, not a second one to add.
Does the Grafton code PRH work outside the US?
Yes. Grafton ships to every country, including Canada, the UK, Australia, the Philippines, Singapore, Dubai, Japan and Korea, and PRH works at checkout the same way it does in the US. Prices are in US dollars; shipping and any import tax show at checkout before you pay.
Reviewed by Sebastian B.