Very disappointed with the purchase of my pro xr elongated signature 3 series paddle. My previous pro xr was purchased 1.5 years ago. It was a great paddle with great power. For some reason my new paddle had a very noticeable drop in power. Both paddles have the same specifications other than weight. I added weight tape to the new one, but it still lacked the power of the old one.When I approached Smash Nation they said nothing can be done as there was no damage to the paddle. I play 6 days a week.and noticed the drop in power immediately, My feeling is the paddle may be a dude or have a defect. I also approached the manufacturer and was advised nothing could be done as the purchase was made through SN. Lesson learned. I will never purchase a paddle without trying a demo first. Very disappointed with Smash Nation.