MARK 02R3
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$189.99 USD - Regular price
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$189.99 USD
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Introducing the MARK 02R3 — Our Most Advanced paddle yet.
Built as a Gen 4 performance paddle, the MARK 02R3 is designed for players who demand power without sacrifice—tested, refined, and built to perform at the highest level.
Features
KinetiCore
KinetiCore, the 02R3's revolutionary core, combines a dynamic durable EPP layer with a White EVA Foam Floating Core designed with 49 precision-cut 8mm hex hexagonal cutouts. This design compresses and rebounds, maximizing energy return for explosive power while increasing ball dwell time. The result is unparalleled feel, control, and spin. The handle incorporates EPP foam to reduce the risk of breakage and improve durability. In addition, the core features a unique notch cut‑away above the handle to reduce vibration at ball impact, functioning similarly to a tennis vibration dampener.
KevlaCarbon
A blend of Kevlar and Carbon Fiber for a distinctive feel and durability. DuPont™ Kevlar® offers excellent impact resistance, while carbon fiber ensures strength. Together, they deliver exceptional performance and spin, thanks to the twill weave construction. Paired with KentiCore, this design delivers exceptional dwell time and a softer feel for enhanced control and power.
2 Year Warranty
The MARK 02R3 paddle is backed by a comprehensive 2-Year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. This demonstrates our commitment to the paddle's quality and your long-term investment in performance.
Detailed Specifications
| MARK 02R3 | |
|---|---|
| Registered Approval Body | USA Pickleball (PBCoR 43) Approved |
| Core Thickness | 16mm |
| Length | 16.5” |
| Width | 7.5” |
| Static Weight | 8.0oz |
| Grip Length | 5.6" |
| Grip Circumference | 4.125" |
| Swing Weight | 117 |
| Twist Weight | 6.0 |




I have owned a number of different paddles and this is by far my favourite. Heavy enough plow through the ball but light enough that it doesn’t feel cumbersome. Grit is fantastic, nice sweet spot, and good dwell time. Will definitely buy a Mark again in the future.
I have transitioned from a CRBN X series paddle to yours. I am extremely happy with the choice and am enjoying my game. I feel control is superior on this paddle than on my previous.
I have the R2, so I'm going to compare them. The R2 is a great control paddle, but perhaps a touch light on pop. Love the face and spin generation. Really good for my game where I don't lack for power and really want to feel a lot of control in resets and dinks.
Bought the R3 as my first foam-core paddle. Face feels super solid in the sweet spot. Ball comes off a lot hotter than the R2, so much so it took me a few plays to adjust for serves and around the kitchen.
The only thing I find different than the R2 is that off center hits near the side edges just have no forgiveness, very dead. I'm guessing that the honeycomb R2 has some reinforcement near the edges that has the benefit of helping with this. It's caught me out on a reset or two, but, skill issue. I need to find the center of the face.
All in all, it's a great paddle, a good addition to my collection. If you're looking for more heat and have no problem finding the sweet spot, the R3 might be right for you.
I'm a 5.0+ player (according the the incredibly accurate DUPR) and let me tell you this paddle is amazing. MARK pickleball consistently churns out amazing paddles. I have not liked the newer models of many paddles and not a fan of foam but THIS paddle changed all that. It really is the unicorn that has plenty of power and plenty of control. I felt like anywhere I hit the ball on the paddle it went over. Opponents were mad and that made me happy. Great price, great company. More people need a MARK in their lives!!!
Good Power. Decent control
Is it supposed to come with optional weights?