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Paddle
What is Paddle?

Paddle is a racquet sport that combines elements of tennis and squash, played on an enclosed court with solid walls. It is typically played in doubles and is gaining popularity in the U.S. due to its accessibility and social nature.

Treendly Index Treendly Forecast Google Amazon
MOM: +43.53%
How much search volume does it get?
Google searches
60.5K/mo
Amazon searches
21.3K/mo
Who is interested in this?
Gender
Female
77%
Male
13%
Unspecified
10%
Age
18-24
54%
25-34
27%
35-44
9%
45-49
4%
50-54
4%
55-64
4%
65+
4%

Is Paddle trending?

Yes. Paddle growing with a month-over-month change of 0.92% over the past 5 years, with approximately 60,500 monthly searches.


Why is Paddle trending?

1
Social and Fun
Paddle is often played in doubles, making it a highly social sport. It encourages interaction and teamwork, which appeals to players looking for a fun way to exercise with friends.
2
Easy to Learn
The rules of paddle are straightforward, making it easy for beginners to pick up and enjoy the game quickly. This accessibility attracts new players who may find traditional tennis more challenging.
3
Year-Round Play
Paddle courts are typically enclosed, allowing for year-round play regardless of weather conditions. This makes it an attractive option for players in regions with harsh winters or extreme heat.
4
Health Benefits
Playing paddle provides a great cardiovascular workout, improving fitness levels while being low-impact on the joints. This makes it suitable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels.
5
Growing Community
As paddle gains popularity, more clubs and facilities are being built, fostering a growing community of players. This sense of community encourages participation and engagement in the sport.

Where is this trending?

What are people saying?

47 threads
AI Insights Mixed sentiment
Discussions about paddles primarily revolve around paddle sports, particularly pickleball paddles, and some mentions of paddle shifters in vehicles. Participants share experiences, seek advice on purchases, and express preferences for different types of paddles.
Pickleball Paddle Deals
Users are discussing discounts on pickleball paddles, particularly focusing on clearance sales and upgrades from older models.
Paddle Shifters in Vehicles
There are mentions of paddle shifters in various car models, with some users expressing dissatisfaction with aftermarket modifications.
Paddle Sports Preferences
Participants are sharing their preferences between paddle sports like kayaking and paddleboarding, highlighting the fun aspects of paddleboarding.
Technical Issues with Paddles
Some discussions involve troubleshooting issues with paddle switches in machinery, indicating a need for practical advice.
Cultural References to Paddles
There are references to paddles in various cultural contexts, including their use in traditional ceremonies and informal settings.
Common questions
  • What are the best pickleball paddles for beginners?
  • How do paddle shifters work in cars?
  • What should I look for when buying a paddleboard?
  • Are there any good deals on paddles right now?
  • How can I troubleshoot my paddle switch?
Pain points
  • Frustration with aftermarket paddle shifter modifications.
  • Concerns about the quality of discounted paddles.
  • Difficulty in finding the right paddle for specific sports.
  • Technical issues with paddle switches in devices.
  • Lack of clarity on which paddle is best for different skill levels.
r/Pickleball
Weekly Paddle Recommendation Thread (What Paddle Should I Buy?)
Please use this weekly thread for all paddle questions and recommendations Please be helpful and do not spam this post so that others can use it for future reference. Remember all community rules apply. We have REDDIT promo codes available in the other pinned post: https://www.reddit.com/r/Pickleball/s/zpx1wUALzL Join the official r/Pickleball Discord here: https://discord.gg/NxQGYvBVHV submitted by /u/HeadHeadMod to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]
HeadHeadMod · Apr 7, 2026
r/PickleballPhilippines
Recommend me Paddles?
So as the title suggests, I'm tryna find a paddle that's somewhat good quality and kinda cheap at the same time. Little background about me, i come from playing tennis and have recently just tried pickleball and found it fun. I've been doing research about paddles that I could possibly buy, and i still have to take into account what "level" of player am I and a good corresponding paddle for intermediate players. I'm not trying find a paddle that's worth 10k pesos on a sport that I only play for fun with friends. So please help me, and recommend me paddles that I can buy online. Probably shoppee/tiktok or whatever you guys can suggest to me. TYSM!! submitted by /u/Horny4God321 to r/PickleballPhilippines [link] [comments]
Horny4God321 · Apr 4, 2026
r/PickleballPhilippines
Paddle for beginners
will this be fine po as a beginner? submitted by /u/Green-Week2353 to r/PickleballPhilippines [link] [comments]
Green-Week2353 · Apr 4, 2026
r/Battlefield
Supports of BF6, please.......... CHARGE YOUR PADDLES
For the love of God please charge your defibrillators before reviving a teammate. Stop 50 spanking them just to send them right back to the respawn screen. Trust me, I understand. "hurrr durrrr my 100 points, me a good support". But take 0.5 seconds to charge them so the teammate comes back at full health and can actually help you out. That or take a second and scan the situation. Maybe drag them behind cover or throw a smoke? I swear this game has the worst medics in the series.. submitted by /u/RJ_Ripley14 to r/Battlefield [link] [comments]
RJ_Ripley14 · Mar 22, 2026
r/animalsdoingstuff
Imagine being trapped for days under a heavy log in freezing mud, only for a stranger in a canoe to appear out of nowhere. 🚣‍♂️ 🐕 While paddling solo across Canada, adventurer Tom Hudson took a chance route around a remote island on the Saskatchewan River. That decision saved a life.
submitted by /u/Brilliantspirit33 to r/animalsdoingstuff [link] [comments]
Brilliantspirit33 · Mar 8, 2026
r/Pickleball
It's 2026. What is your main go-to paddle?
Not asking for what paddle to buy. just curious what everyone is using. what modifications did you do. submitted by /u/Fridaywing to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]
Fridaywing · Feb 24, 2026
All threads (47)
Thread Source Author Date
RE:Selkirk SLK ERA Power Elongated Pickleball Paddle $159 (Was $319) + $9.95 Delivery @ Talyxsports
.... If you've been eyeing a paddle without paying full price, this... clearance? Last years model. The paddle itself is brand new so ... looking to upgrade your old paddle. Shipping $9.95 flat rate ...
www.ozbargain.com.au ThreeFiveUnder May 12, 2026
مرسيدس GLE 450 AMG 2026 خليجي اصفار مع ضمان الوكيل
... أنظمة مساعدة القيادة و السلامة: Paddle Shifters نظام التعليق الهوائي للتحكم...
haraj.com.sa automaxgroup May 12, 2026
RE:Rhine water levels 2026 plus info and tips
Ever felt like owning a paddle wheeler?   In Dutch called a ...
boards.cruisecritic.com notamermaid May 12, 2026
مرسيدس S 500 AMG 4MATIC 3.0T 2026
... أنظمة مساعدة القيادة و السلامة: Paddle Shifters نظام التعليق الهوائي للتحكم...
haraj.com.sa برج الديوانية للسيارات 1 May 12, 2026
RE:RE: Manual Lingenfelter 'Heartbeat' ZL1 for sale
Love it, but whoever put those stick on paddle extensions on needs a slap
www.pistonheads.com RandomCarChat May 12, 2026
2026 BMW 530Li M 2.0T RWD 0Km
... M Sport Package M Aerodynamics Paddle Shifters فتحة سقف بانوراما خاصية...
haraj.com.sa torque motors May 12, 2026
RE:More Craft Breweries / Brew Pubs closing
BrewnWKopperKat said: My best guess is that it was a "try before you buy" offering. The ones that paid monthly got to wear the robes and paddle the pledges.
homebrewtalk.com Snuffy May 12, 2026
RE: 8x00 remote question
Should 'click' in unless your paddle switch is bad
talk.newagtalk.com jd4930 May 12, 2026
RE:Thoughts Barry? - Inflatable canoes/kayaks
Just sold a two berth Sevylor as we no longer use it as the paddle boards are much more fun, given we are friends had I known you could have it ... A quick look shows one of these for sale that might work for ya ... www.stuff4pools.co.uk/product/pretty-pink-flamingo-inflatable-ride/
motorhomefruitcakes.freeforums.net Dead Minger May 12, 2026
RE:how to upgrade a 1934 dodge flathead 6 cylinder to electric ignition
... up sxxt creek without a paddle. Anyway we borrowed what we...
forums.aaca.org edinmass May 12, 2026
RE:Left out the conflict
... cups of exhibitionism One solid paddle full of spanking And a...
forum.literotica.com AStrangeDesire May 11, 2026
RE:Swimming lesson advice. Different swimming school?
... get in with him and paddle around (Dad tip – swimming with...
forums.whirlpool.net.au pgdownload May 11, 2026
RE:Older Male Seeking Female Friends Who Can Tolerate "Dad Jokes"
... young boy is on a paddle board at a Sydney beach ...
forum.literotica.com cbrRunner May 11, 2026
2026 مرسيدس GLE 53 Coupe 4MATIC AMG خليجي ضمان الوكيل
... أنظمة مساعدة القيادة و السلامة: Paddle Shifters نظام التعليق الهوائي للتحكم...
haraj.com.sa automax athadak May 11, 2026
RE:Tristan da Cunha Emergency Airdrop
... they would have had to paddle to TdC as no other...
www.pistonheads.com aeropilot May 11, 2026
RE:Problems with Transmission
... driving and rarely use the paddle shifters. While I was driving... 1st gear by using the paddle shifters and also putting the ...
www.corvetteforum.com 702C62010 May 11, 2026
RE:Bitcoin trading calls
Look at the whole thing, dont even need TLs or anything, just looks like a paddle boat trying to move forward in a strong opposing current Attached Image (click to enlarge)
www.forexfactory.com Zappa May 11, 2026
RE:River photography on a moonlit night.
... soft sound of the boatman's paddle blending into the deep silence...
steemit.com mohamad786 May 11, 2026
RE:OA Defense 2311, misleading info on website
..., enhanced trigger, extended mag release paddle, OA Gray grip, and five...
carolinafirearmsforum.com CPTENG1 May 11, 2026
RE:Anyone try the Maed Magnetic Paddles?
Forgiveness for bumping this thread, anyone got a long term use update with these installed? I see they are finally available in red and I am very tempted to get them Maed C8 Corvette Magnetic Paddle Shifters - Red
www.corvetteforum.com GmdVT May 11, 2026
فورزا 5دركسون pxn v99 راكب بالاستاند جاهز لل pc و xbox و ps4
... * قير يدوي 6 سرعات + ريوس * Paddle Shifters خلف الدركسون * 3 دواسات...
haraj.com.sa abdullah104 May 11, 2026
bmw 520i 2026 للبيع
... BMW Iconic Glow exterior package Paddle Shifters الإضاءة الداخلية المحيطية نظام...
haraj.com.sa i_raghad May 11, 2026
Re: [Club Atlético River Plate]
... si fuese una pelota de paddle. Si no llegan abajo del...
foros.3dgames.com.ar alquimistafm May 11, 2026
هيونداي سنتافي 2024 Hyundai SantaFe
... دفع أمامي * تبديل خلف المقود (Paddle Shifters) * 4 أنماط قيادة: عادي...
haraj.com.sa alaa علاء May 11, 2026
بي إم دبليو
... أنظمة مساعدة القيادة و السلامة: Paddle Shifters كاميرا 360° شاشة بروجكتر...
haraj.com.sa أبو آسر المصري May 11, 2026
Weekly Paddle Recommendation Thread (What Paddle Should I Buy?)
Please use this weekly thread for all paddle questions and recommendations Please be helpful and do not spam this post so that others can use it for future reference. Remember all community rules apply. We have REDDIT promo codes available in the other pinned post: https://www.reddit.com/r/Pickleball/s/zpx1wUALzL Join the official r/Pickleball Discord here: https://discord.gg/NxQGYvBVHV submitted by /u/HeadHeadMod to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]
reddit.com HeadHeadMod Apr 7, 2026
Recommend me Paddles?
So as the title suggests, I'm tryna find a paddle that's somewhat good quality and kinda cheap at the same time. Little background about me, i come from playing tennis and have recently just tried pickleball and found it fun. I've been doing research about paddles that I could possibly buy, and i still have to take into account what "level" of player am I and a good corresponding paddle for intermediate players. I'm not trying find a paddle that's worth 10k pesos on a sport that I only play for fun with friends. So please help me, and recommend me paddles that I can buy online. Probably shoppee/tiktok or whatever you guys can suggest to me. TYSM!! submitted by /u/Horny4God321 to r/PickleballPhilippines [link] [comments]
reddit.com Horny4God321 Apr 4, 2026
Paddle for beginners
will this be fine po as a beginner? submitted by /u/Green-Week2353 to r/PickleballPhilippines [link] [comments]
reddit.com Green-Week2353 Apr 4, 2026
Supports of BF6, please.......... CHARGE YOUR PADDLES
For the love of God please charge your defibrillators before reviving a teammate. Stop 50 spanking them just to send them right back to the respawn screen. Trust me, I understand. "hurrr durrrr my 100 points, me a good support". But take 0.5 seconds to charge them so the teammate comes back at full health and can actually help you out. That or take a second and scan the situation. Maybe drag them behind cover or throw a smoke? I swear this game has the worst medics in the series.. submitted by /u/RJ_Ripley14 to r/Battlefield [link] [comments]
reddit.com RJ_Ripley14 Mar 22, 2026
Imagine being trapped for days under a heavy log in freezing mud, only for a stranger in a canoe to appear out of nowhere. 🚣‍♂️ 🐕 While paddling solo across Canada, adventurer Tom Hudson took a chance route around a remote island on the Saskatchewan River. That decision saved a life.
submitted by /u/Brilliantspirit33 to r/animalsdoingstuff [link] [comments]
reddit.com Brilliantspirit33 Mar 8, 2026
It's 2026. What is your main go-to paddle?
Not asking for what paddle to buy. just curious what everyone is using. what modifications did you do. submitted by /u/Fridaywing to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]
reddit.com Fridaywing Feb 24, 2026
Which paddle to get?
Hello! Will try to play pickleball. I want to get a paddle. Which one should I get? I never played pickleball, but I have played tennis before. If you have other recos, please let me know. Thank u! submitted by /u/Biscoff498 to r/PickleballPhilippines [link] [comments]
reddit.com Biscoff498 Feb 22, 2026
This is Henry. He’s crushing his hydrotherapy session but absolutely refuses to let go of his emotional support duck. They’re paddling through it together. Hearts for him
submitted by /u/Brilliantspirit33 to r/animalsdoingstuff [link] [comments]
reddit.com Brilliantspirit33 Jan 27, 2026
Check out baby otter Lola taking her first swim lesson! Hesitant paddles turning into pure joy 🦦💦
submitted by /u/Brilliantspirit33 to r/animalsdoingstuff [link] [comments]
reddit.com Brilliantspirit33 Jan 25, 2026
Found a legit alternative to overpriced paddles
I’ve tried a bunch of paddles in the 6k to 12k price range, so when I first picked up the ENFLEXY Noir and later played with the Mjolnir, I honestly didn’t expect “budget” paddles in the 2k–3k+ range to feel anywhere near this good. The Noir is more on the aggressive side. The rough grit gives really good spin, lets you hit heavier balls, and honestly feels durable because the surface actually holds up and doesn’t feel like it’ll wear off quickly. If you like generating spin and putting pressure on shots, this one makes a lot of sense. The Mjolnir, on the other hand, shines in control, pop, and overall feel. It’s also a really solid Boomstick-style dupe, but I personally like the Mjolnir more because it doesn’t have that overpowering feel that takes time to adjust to like the Boomstick does. It feels more balanced and easier to play with right away while still giving you enough pop to attack. Another thing worth mentioning is the packaging. For the price, it honestly feels premium, and it comes with a lot of useful freebies, which was a nice surprise and adds even more value. What really sold me is how both paddles perform in real match situations, not just warmups. I’ve let other players try them too, and the reaction is usually disbelief once they hear the price. If you’re checking them out on Shopee, there’s a small extra discount you can use. Just apply code MEET00002 under the shop voucher section, not the platform voucher. It works for both the Noir and Mjolnir. No pressure, just sharing since it helps shave off a bit more from the price. If anyone has questions or wants honest feedback from actual play and tournaments, feel free to ask. submitted by /u/ApprehensiveNose787 to r/PickleballPhilippines [link] [comments]
reddit.com ApprehensiveNose787 Jan 22, 2026
Two Aussie paddle-boarders rescue an exhausted Wallaby swept offshore
submitted by /u/AtomicCypher to r/MadeMeSmile [link] [comments]
reddit.com AtomicCypher Jan 6, 2026
Why is the Paddle Market so Confusing? Here is a Guide to Help
What's up guys, Chris from the Pickleball Studio here. If you don’t know who I am, I’m a paddle reviewer on YouTube and have been doing this as a full time job for 3 years now. This is a topic that has been on my mind for a few months, and I've talked about it on and off on the podcast, but I thought it would make a good write up on Reddit considering how many posts are about paddles. Knowing me, this is going to be long...so, be warned. 0. What's the point of this post? It's a bit of an educational piece for people who are new to Pickleball, or even those who have been in Pickleball for a long time but never really followed the paddle market. I think it can be an extremely confusing, and overwhelming industry, but we are finally getting to the point where things are calming down and the playing field for good performance is more even than it ever has been. I think people often feel this intense FOMO when a new paddle launches, and I want people to understand that if you have a paddle from the last 6 months, you really don't need a new paddle if you like what you have. 1. Almost all paddles are good now The first point in all of this, is that it's *REALLY* hard to buy a genuinely bad paddle in 2025. Seriously, unless you go to Amazon or Target and buy a really cheap paddle, nearly everything is good these days. Whether you spend $100, or $333, you are able to purchase an objectively high performing paddle. There was a time in the industry where the more expensive paddles were better performance, and in some (very minor) contexts, that could be true today. However, the "cheap" brands are just as good, if not better than the more expensive brands these days. Whether you buy from Luzz, Vatic, Ronbus, 11six24, Selkirk, Joola, Six Zero, CRBN, RPM, etc, they all sell paddles that anyone from beginner to pro could compete with. If you watch a lot of reviews, you may notice that it's not that often that a paddle is considered bad, and the simple fact is, there just aren't that many bad paddles made these days. It's pretty easy / obvious to avoid making a truly garbage paddle, and what really happens these days is that a paddle is a bad value relative to other paddles. Yes, there are still cases like the Adidas Metalbone which are truly sub par, but those are pretty uncommon. I think I can count on one hand the amount of truly bad performing paddles that launched in 2025 from a reputable brand. 2. Just because a paddle is good doesn't mean it is right for you Now as a follow up to my first point, I think that it's important to understand that while just about everything on the market is great these days, every person has a list of things (whether they know it or not) that can make or break a paddle for them. I say this, because throughout the years I've heard this phrase one too many times: "Everyone says X paddle is amazing, but I think it's overrated garbage". Two things can be true at the same time. A paddle can be objectively good performing, but also be wrong for your style and preferences. The sooner you can figure out what the 3-4 non negotiable traits are in a paddle for YOU, the faster you can find the right paddle and eliminate considering the ones that would be a bad fit for you. I find that people often hear that X, Y or Z paddle is incredible throughout the community, and they completely disregard that the paddle may have traits that are objectively terrible for how they want to play Pickleball. Then when it shows up, they are disappointed and angry about it being "overhyped". Of course you're going to hate it if it's the wrong shape, too high of a swing weight, and not the power level that you prefer. Just because there is good community sentiment around a paddle doesn't mean it's right for you. IMO, here are the top things you should consider when looking for a paddle: Your budget The shape you prefer If you love elongated, there's really no reason to consider a widebody. The attributes you want from the paddle (Control, all court, power) The feel off the face (dense, stiff, hollow, plush, dwelly) The swing weight 100-110 = fast to swing (widebody paddles fall into this range) 111-118 = average for many paddles 119+ = heavier and slower to swing (elongated paddles often fall into this camp) Small things like: Paddle thickness (some people are really attached to a specific thickness) The grip size (do you have small hands or large hands?) Once you know your preferences for these categories, it makes finding a paddle MUCH easier. 3. Why do the "best" paddles change so frequently? I purposely put "best" in quotes, because there truly is no "best" paddle anymore. Back in the day, there used to be paddles that were more objectively the "best", but I think those days are long gone with how well everything performs now. Sometimes you hear that X paddle that just came out is one of the top paddles yet. Then a few weeks later you hear a similar statement about a new paddle. How?? One thing that I think may not get conveyed properly enough (this is something I'm trying to work on conveying better for 2026) is that performance is *rarely* what makes a paddle better than another anymore. At this point, it comes down to things like: Value Performance Durability Warranty Specs (swing weight, sweet spot, paddle shapes etc) Since performance is rarely the reason something is much better anymore, things like durability and value become a very important consideration IMO. For example, if paddle A is $250 and plays extremely well, but paddle B comes out a few weeks later for $150 and is 90% of the same performance (Maybe even more in some contexts), then unless you're extremely brand loyal, the $150 paddle has now "dethroned" the $250 paddle from a few weeks ago for most people who are looking to buy a new paddle. What I think is important to understand is that paddle A didn't get worse performance overnight, but it did become a much worse value. So, if you purchased paddle A and are upset that paddle B came out, you really shouldn't be. As an example: we have Joola, RPM, Thrive, Luzz. - Joola: $280 - RPM: $250 - Thrive: $200 - Luzz: $109 All of these are constructed *very* similarly. Do they play different? Absolutely. But do they play different enough to justify a price gap of $171 between the top and bottom? For most people, absolutely not. Some people will gladly pay an extra $50-100 for that extra 5-10% of performance they perceive they get from a specific model though, and if you aren't on a budget, by all means, go for it. But to go back to the original point, the "best" paddles changing semi regularly is rarely due to performance, and more that the newer model fixed small things about the prior "best", while lowering the price. You do NOT need to upgrade just because a reviewer said they love a paddle or rate it highly. If you liked your paddle yesterday before the review, it's still fine today. 4. The market always goes in cycles I have reviewed paddles for 4 years now. I have seen a lot of things change in the industry in that time, but I've also noticed some patterns. The biggest one you should be aware of, is that good technology is almost always copied. Let's take gen 2 paddles for example. CRBN was the first to really popularize thermoformed paddles. The entire rest of the year, every single company played catch up and released their own variation of a thermoformed paddle. This doesn't mean they are all the same, they usually have tweaks that make them perform different enough for people to have a preference in which one they want, but they are ultimately using a similar formula. Look at gen 3 style paddles, the same thing happened. Joola popularized it with the gen 3 / Mod and then we saw everyone try and make variations of it. The same exact thing happened after CRBN launched the TruFoam Genesis. Then Honolulu made the floating foam core, and guess what EVERYONE is copying right now? You guessed it, a full floating foam core. If something is very high performing and the market has a demand for it, it's going to get copied. So, if a new technology launches at a very high price, it's usually safe to assume that there will be cheaper alternatives within 4-6 months (sometimes even sooner). However, this may change in the coming years now that brands of all sizes are taking patents far more serious than they ever have. Both in applying for patents, but also enforcing existing patents. 5. How should you make sense of reviews? I think understanding how to look at / interpret reviews is important, and is something that is often misunderstood. Reviewers should be looked at as GUIDES not GOSPEL. I've been extremely flattered and honored at how some people will hear me say something and view it as fact. I've worked extremely hard to give good information in paddle reviews for the last 4 years, so I appreciate when people take what I say seriously. But, I've also noticed a trend that people take this to the extremes. I've seen people out in the wild that wouldn't even try a certain paddle because they heard it got a few bad reviews. People need to understand that reviewers are human just like you. Humans are all different, and in a sport like Pickleball where physical traits can influence the type of paddle you use, it's important to understand that no matter how much I, or ANYONE else likes or dislikes a paddle, ultimately you need to try it yourself to know if it's a right fit for you. This is why I say that reviewers should be used as a guide. Paddles are in many ways, subjective. Take the information to help inform what options to consider, but don't blindly listen. There have been paddles I hated that others loved, and paddles that I think are amazing, that others can't understand why someone would ever use. One of the best things you can do is: Find a reviewer you trust. Look through multiple reviews of theirs, particularly paddles you've hit, and compare how you felt to what the reviewer said. Did you heavily agree or disagree? If you agreed, you may want to watch more of them, because it may make finding the right paddle for you easier. If not, maybe another reviewer is better suited for you. Look at the reviewers game style (assuming they add game play to their videos) and see if you play similar to them. If you do, they may be a good match for you. At the end of the day, you should take that information to narrow your options down, and then try to demo it. This isn't always possible, but it is the best option. Places like Pickleball Central offer a 30 day return policy even on used paddles, and this can make demoing something easier. 6. A new paddle (probably) won't make you a better player Now look, this is context dependent. It's possible that you are one of the following: Using a 2-3 year old paddle Using a paddle with zero grit Using a paddle that is entirely wrong for your play style And if that's the case, then yes, a new paddle very well make you perform a bit better. However, if you bought a new paddle 2 months ago, and are already looking to buy a new paddle model, it isn't going to do anything for your game except confuse your muscle memory. This year I did a YouTube series called Chasing 5.0, and I took a bit of time off from my usual reviews to focus on that series. I cannot tell you how refreshing it was for my game and development as a player to mostly use one paddle for all of my training. Depending on how different that new paddle is from your current one, changing to a new one can throw your muscle memory off for all your shots and be an annoying process. I've helped many high level players in my local area switch to new paddles, and all of these were people who had been using the same model of paddle for 6-10+ months. One of our 5.5 players is still rocking a Volair Mach 1 Forza 16mm, and it's like pulling teeth trying to get him to use anything else. Every single one of them struggles for at least a month to perform at what they consider optimal with the new paddle, because the adjustment to new paddles really throws off certain aspects of their game. If you actually want to improve quickly, you should spend that money on lessons and drill more, not buy a new paddle that is a lateral upgrade in performance. But ultimately, it just depends on your goals as a player. If you want to improve as fast as possible, switching paddles is a bad way to do it. If you like trying new paddles for fun, by all means, buy another one. 7. Quality control is largely a joke in Pickleball Now make no mistake, there are absolutely brands that care more about this than others and put significant resources into making sure that you get a clean product. Yes, some companies are better or worse about certain things. But as a whole, quality control has been historically poor in Pickleball. Look at gen 2 and gen 3 paddles within their first 8-10 months of launching. Horrible core crushing issues, and when gen 2 launched, most brands didn't even have a clue what the issue was, why it was happening, or how to fix it. Paddles will sometimes show up with smooth grit, other times it's rough, sometimes it's different on each side. I have had hundreds upon hundreds of paddles come through my doorstep, and while everyone thinks reviewers get the most perfect cherry picked paddles, we don't. I find flaws in the paddles we receive all the time. I see people bash X company for having a slightly tilted edge guard and claim "this brand is horrible for quality" meanwhile, the same brand they are praising has the same exact issue with units occasionally. In my experience, whether the company is big or small, has rarely had a significant impact on QC of paddles. Yes, there are exceptions to this, but on average this has been the case. Issues that are pretty consistent throughout most brands in the industry: Loose edge guards Tilted edge guards Poor grit tolerances Variance in weight / swing weight Poor handle construction / shaping pieces Core crushing Sometimes you just get an unlucky paddle even from a brand that is known to do a better job. Or, sometimes you get lucky with a brand that has had historically poor QC. I've also had companies tell me so many times over the years "Oh, that issue? Don't worry. We have that fixed for the next batch" and then it proceeds to be an issue for the next year. This is with both small and large brands. This is something that I hope becomes a much bigger priority for brands now that regulations are capping spin / power better. Eventually companies will need to work on these things to stand out. 8. Big brands are not inherently better than smaller brands. There are a lot of industries where the more expensive brand produces a superior product. That is not the case in Pickleball. In fact, I'd wager that 90% of the people on this sub Reddit could play with a $100 or less paddle and perform within 0.15 of their current DUPR (possibly an even slimmer margin than that). The advantage to larger companies is often: Newer technology first (not always, but on average) Better warranty / customer service (again, not always, but on average) They invest heavily into the sport and contribute to the growth of it. Likely a few other small things I'm forgetting. Take Selkirk as an example. They have one of the best warranties in the industry. They will ship a new paddle to you first, and then you can mail the replacement back so that you are never without a paddle. Smaller brands are often in the 3 month to 1 year range, and may not be as generous with the replacement coming first. Now for many of you, all the things I listed as an advantage for the larger companies, may be things you couldn't care less about. If that's the case, then no need to purchase from them. Whereas the smaller brands you may sacrifice warranty and other small things, but you also save $100-200 up front. For some of you, that may matter far more than what the large brands offer as an advantage. The point isn't really about specific brands doing X Y or Z better in random cases, but it's really that you do not need to spend $200+ to get a good performing paddle. You may want to spend that because there's a paddle that checks every box you want, and if that's the case, do it. But most of you don't need to. 9. Marketing in Pickleball is pretty bad Okay, look, marketing is ridiculous everywhere. But in Pickleball, I think it's even worse. First of all, anytime a company uses a number scale, every single paddle they sell (whether control, power, all court) always has a 8/10 or higher for every category. "Oh yeah, our power paddle which we are claiming is the hardest hitting paddle ever, also has a 9/10 for control!" find me a company that has a true power paddle and is honest and says "10/10 power, 4/10 control". Doesn't exist. Second, the buzz words for the materials is over the top. You'll find a gen 2 polymer core paddle and it will read something like "Our space engineered carbon forged poly C4 quad core is optimized for long lasting play". What they really mean is: "We use an 8mm polymer core" that almost everyone else uses." Third, companies in the last year love to use their PBCoR number as the "We hit the hardest in Pickleball". Well, if we've learned anything about PBCoR, it's that the number more often than not doesn't translate to peoples on court perception of a paddles power. So, you can more often than not, safely ignore those claims. 10. Pros are not a good representation of what makes a good paddle This has been one of the most interesting things that I have consistently seen throughout the community in the last 1-2 years. I find people saying things like "But all the top pros use X, it has to be good!" or "No pros use foam, foam must be bad" The pro tour is its own little ecosystem, and many of the things that apply to pros, do NOT apply to you as an amateur. 1. PPA pro paddle restrictions: For example, Pickleball Pros on the PPA tour are restricted to paddles that are approved by the UPA-A. You can see their approved paddle list here. There are roughly 30~ approved total brands for pro play on the PPA Tour. Meanwhile, USAP is in the hundreds of brands. This is one reason you don't see pros playing paddles that get talked about a lot like 11six24 (though, that just changed today since they signed a PPA Pro), Bread & Butter, Honolulu, Vatic Pro, Ronbus, Friday, Thrive, Pickleball Apes, Enhanced, etc. Referring back to my foam comment, one of the reason you have seen almost no pros use foam paddles, is because until somewhat recently, there were almost no foam options on the UPA-A list for pros to choose from. Not only that, but if a player is sponsored by X company, they can't just go and use a foam paddle from Y company. More and more of the UPA-A brands are adopting foam though. I won't be surprised if in the next 1-2 years, most pros are using a foam paddle. (unless an entirely different core comes out) 2. UPA-A certification doesn't make sense for a lot of companies You might be asking, why don't those companies just pay for UPA-A certification? UPA-A approval costs are not cheap, and unless that company has a sponsored pro, there is zero reason for them to certify their paddles with UPA-A. The UPA-A approved list as of this writing, ONLY applies to pros and not amateurs who play PPA events. So, without a signed pro (which smaller companies often don't have) they would just be sinking money for no reason. Not to mention that USAP and UPA-A have different certification standards, and that can be a headache for brands to either dual certify their paddle, or do separate models for each governing body. 3. Pros are often after one primary thing. Sponsor money. Over the years, I have watched so many pro players play with paddles that they hate, because the company is giving them a large sum of money to use it. Pros are rarely loyal to one specific brand, and they will jump ship if they get a much better offer. Yes, pros obviously care about having good performing equipment, but from what I've seen, many pros will let go of some performance if it means they get a lot more money. So, not only are the pros limited in what paddles they can even pick from to begin with, they are also hunting for the best deal they can get to have a sustainable livelihood on tour. The exception to this rule would be unsigned pros. They can often be a decent indicator of what is a good paddle, since they have no contractual obligations. But again, they are still picking from a small pool of paddles. Pros are way better at Pickleball than an amateur. They can get away with using equipment that may be harder for an average player to use. PaddleTek is a great example of this. If you've hit one, you know that the sweet spot is not very large. But, so many of these pros are hitting center, that it's not nearly as big of a problem for them as it is an amateur. Pros have different priorities than you do. It's important to realize this. So, all of that to say, pros are a pretty poor representation of what is a good paddle for you to consider as an amateur. They have contractual obligations, and their selection of paddles is very narrow right now. Summary Well, that was pretty long, and honestly, there are other things I didn't even get to touch on, but I felt like it would just muddy the whole thing with small details that (probably) don't matter. But in general, I hope that if you're new or old to Pickleball that this helped you better understand the paddle market and how to filter the noise. The paddle industry is probably one of the most fascinating niche markets I've observed as a consumer, and there are a lot of things that aren't immediately obvious unless you pay a significant amount of attention to paddles. It can be really overwhelming, and I want people to realize that: You don't have to break the bank to get good performance You probably don't even need a new paddle Learning what your top 3-4 non negotiable things in a paddle are can prevent you from buying the wrong type of paddle. Hope that helps. submitted by /u/PIckleballStudio to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]
reddit.com PIckleballStudio Dec 29, 2025
Mjolnir by Enflexy! Best budget paddle!!
Finally nakapag order din nitong Mjolnir by Enflexy!! Napaka gaan at maganda ang grit. So much power sa paddle na ito. I made a short video kung for your reference at sa mga interested umorder. Link: https://s.shopee.ph/30gWos7Hed submitted by /u/Scary-Mud-619 to r/PickleballPhilippines [link] [comments]
reddit.com Scary-Mud-619 Nov 28, 2025
How long does your paddle last?
Been playing for a month at most pa lang. Gaano ba kayo kadalas magpalit ng paddle? May upgraditis ba dito sa sport na to? Is it wise to jump on premium paddles kahit beginner pa lang para isahang gastos na lang? Btw, bought honolulu j2fc+. Gaano katagal tumatagal grit ng face paddles nyo (i know it correlates directly on how often you play but lets say every day for 3 games)? submitted by /u/n0obita to r/PickleballPhilippines [link] [comments]
reddit.com n0obita Nov 14, 2025
Paddle boarding witches, 10/24/25
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reddit.com Allied_Biscuit Oct 25, 2025
Kayakers rescued a beached beluga whale during their paddle in Alaska
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reddit.com kvothenikhil Sep 8, 2025
Help me choose a paddle (beginner)
Hi! Beginner here and just started on my intro training, but ai’m already planning to but a paddle for me and my partner. As of now, my top choices are from Luzz, Juciao, & IANONI (ref. to photos) but I’m not really sure which one to get. Of course I’m considering the price and the quality (at least be able to use it for a long time). Really want to get carbon fiber na instead of fiberglass. Any thoughts??? 🙂🙂 submitted by /u/Severe-Cost-1119 to r/PickleballPhilippines [link] [comments]
reddit.com Severe-Cost-1119 Aug 26, 2025
Found this paddle boarding about 400 yards off a public beach in Florida. No floater above water to signify where it was.
This is Panama City beach Florida. No one fishes out here where I’m at just a lot of tourists in their pontoons. I’ve lived on this beach my entire life and never seen one of these. I’m sure it’s something catch fish with maybe a gps in the floater? submitted by /u/TheDeepBlueZ to r/whatisit [link] [comments]
reddit.com TheDeepBlueZ May 23, 2025
H*tler Defeated After Opposition Party Holds Up Tiny Signs On Paddles
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reddit.com METALLIFE0917 Mar 5, 2025
🔥Orca Pod saying hi to paddle boarder🌊
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reddit.com Zee_Ventures Sep 2, 2024
After winning a gold in table tennis doubles , a photographer accidently breaks Wang Chuqin's paddle. (lost men's singles after this incident)
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reddit.com SignalCrew739 Aug 1, 2024
Matthew McConaughey & Woody Harrelson paddle boarding together in Croatia.
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reddit.com famosoze Jun 28, 2024