Facolos

Facolos Elite X V2 Gabe Tardio Signature

A low-balance, spin-forward signature design built for quick counters, controlled drives, transition resets, and a wider effective sweet spot.

The early-access version is positioned for testing and may not carry final tournament approval; verify the production model before sanctioned play.

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Type	All-court
Shape	elongated / hybrid
Core	ElsFoam grooved elastic-foam platform, 16mm
Face	Three-layer Toray T700 carbon with TrueGrit texture
Reference price	$249.99
Price note	Official Facolos early-access page; competition approval status must be verified
Level	4.0, 4.5, 5.0
Traits	Spin, speed, Stability, Control
Used by / line	Gabriel Tardio · Gabe Tardio signature development platform

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How the Elite X V2 Gabe Tardio Signature plays

The Facolos Elite X V2 Gabe Tardio Signature is a balanced all-court paddle. On our 0–10 comparison scale its strongest traits are spin and hand speed. Its elongated shape adds reach and leverage for power and spin, but the sweet spot sits higher and rewards consistent contact. Its 16 mm core leans toward control and dwell.

It is aimed at 4.0–5.0 players, and it is best in the hands of advanced players who can take advantage of it. The smaller sweet spot rewards clean contact. It sits in the premium price tier — confirm the current price at the source before buying. It is part of the Gabriel Tardio · Gabe Tardio signature development platform.

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Gabriel Tardio

Explosive right-side pressure, fast hands, and fearless transition attacks

A lower balance point and wider effective sweet spot match his high-hand grip, compact backhand counters, and ability to redirect pace through the middle.

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