The handle length of the Elite is 5.25 inches. And I’ll note that the handle is made in one solid “carbon-forged” piece, meaning no foam inserts like many other brands do, and no exposed polymer in the handle like with the original Model E. It feels okay, but I’ve grown accustomed to and prefer octagonal-shaped grips. The handle is also a bit squarish feeling with its half-oval shape. Mine is 4.3″ when I put a measuring tape to it. Though it’s worth noting that the Model E Elite’s handle actually seems a bit smaller than 4.5″. Many new paddles are released with 4.125″ thick handles, which I prefer. The handle width is 4.5 inches, which is on the larger end. There are, however, some notable changes that have been made. In hand, the Model E Elite looks and feels pretty familiar to the original Model E, as it has the same shape and length. I like this paddle a lot, and the Model E Elite would likely land in my top-two spot behind the Ronbus R3 Pulsar if there were just a couple of tweaks made to it (more on that later) Feel It’s one of my favorite new all-arounder thermoform paddles with one of the best carbon fiber surfaces I’ve hit with.

I’ve found that it plays like one of the most control-oriented Gen. The Model E Elite doesn’t make a case as the hardest-hitting thermoform. Many of the current thermos are from newer companies that source pretty similarly with their production methods, while Electrum is well-established and has their own research & development and design methodologies. Overall, the Model E Elite plays uniquely compared to other thermoformed paddles. 2” carbon-fiber paddle-making trends of thermoforming, edge-foam injections, and a high-quality Toray raw carbon fiber face. The Electrum Model E Elite is made with the “Gen. Grip size: 4.5″ (feels smaller, though).Price: $199 ( $180 with this discount link).Should you buy the Electrum Model E Elite?Įlectrum Model E Elite Technical Specifications.Electrum Model E Elite Technical Specifications.

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