Pickleball Paddles

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2 hours ago, BirdTravels said: Get ready for some Pickleball. NCL has a dedicated court just for you!   Are paddles and balls provided for you or do you have to bring your own?

... losing $584.46 to two pickleball paddles on a bad return that...

i dunno about pickleball. when i see clips online it's always dude bros losing their shit throwing paddles at people or whipping the ball at people throwing temper tantrums

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Releasing pickleball paddles isn’t “pure golf” mentality but I hope they turn things around financially

.... It's so mainstream there are pickleball paddles with Luffy's face on them...

Stay outta the kitchen! Florida pickleball brawl involving up to 20 people results in paddles to the face and felony charges Anthony Sapienza, 63, and his wife Julianne Sapienza, 51, were arrested after multiple people sustained injuries, including a 70-year-old man. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-new...0-people-results-paddles-face-felo-rcna258969

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How is Temu for sporting goods? Eg caps, wrist and sweat bands, pickleball paddles etc

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A huge number of these review channels rely heavily on affiliate links (main revenue stream) which is totally fine. Creators deserve to get paid for their work. But what isn't clear is how much they’re actually earning depending on the brand they’re recommending. Commission rates can vary pretty significantly from brand to brand. That means there’s a potential incentive (not accusing anyone of anything) to favour paddles that pay higher commissions. Most creators will say “this video contains affiliate links”, but that’s pretty vague. There’s a big difference between 3% and 15% when it comes to influence. I’m not saying reviewers are being dishonest and for the most part I don't think they are, but transparency here feels important. If a reviewer makes most of their income through affiliate links, knowing the % for each paddle / brand would help viewers better understand potential bias. At the end of the day, people are making buying decisions based on these videos, often spending $100–$300+ on a paddle. submitted by /u/DanielGray10 to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]

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Please use this weekly thread for all paddle recommendations and questions 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]

Don’t Cheap Out - There are some bad paddles on the market. I’m not saying buy a $300 paddle, but don’t waste your money on a $75 dollar one Watch the pros - Not the pros that have the company logos plastered all over them, but the lower level pros that don’t. They’re the ones who are playing with the paddles because they like them, not because they’re getting paid. Paddle reviewers. If there’s a paddle that’s being used by a lot of pros and loved by a lot of reviewers, it’s probably a pretty solid paddle Stay away from the extremes. Don’t get something that’s really long, really short, really light, really heavy, really powerful, or really soft. The magic paddle doesn’t exist - The paddle is way less important than your actual skills. I beat 5.0 level players with mini training paddles and with wood paddles. Your new $300 paddle isn’t going to fix your broken ass third shot drop. Trust yourself - At the end of the day, it’s what feels good to you and nothing other than that. If you like the paddle because it looks cool, buy it. If you like the paddle because your favorite pro uses it, buy it, and if you like a paddle because Chris Olson suggested it, just quit pickleball forever. submitted by /u/ZaneNavratil_AMA to r/ProPickleballTalk [link] [comments]

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Tried out pickleball with my friends last week and it was so fun! I dont intend on going pro but I do want my own paddle to keep playing with my friends. We just wanna rent the village pickleball court every weekend to let off some steam. My coach warned against fiber glass as it could injure my wrist? What brand/model should I buy if my budget is under 1k? submitted by /u/Abject_Persimmon7870 to r/PickleballPhilippines [link] [comments]

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I’ve seen a lot of people recommend carbon erasers for cleaning raw carbon paddles, and they do work, but there’s a tradeoff that doesn’t get talked about much. Erasers are abrasive by design. That’s why they remove ball fuzz and residue so fast. The downside is that over time, you’re physically wearing down the paddle surface. On raw carbon paddles especially, repeated abrasion can reduce grit and spin potential faster than normal play would. Spray-based cleaners work differently. Instead of grinding debris off the surface, they break down oils, sweat, dirt, and ball residue so it can be wiped away with a microfiber towel. You’re cleaning without removing material from the paddle face. From what I’ve seen, the erasers = fast, aggressive cleaning, but more surface wear over time and the sprays = gentler, safer for frequent use, better for preserving paddle texture A lot of players I know actually use both the spray for regular cleaning (every few sessions) and the erasers occasionally when there’s heavy buildup If you’re playing multiple times a week or invested in a higher-end raw carbon paddle, it’s probably worth thinking about how you’re cleaning it not just how fast it looks clean. Curious what others are using long-term and if anyone’s noticed changes in spin/grip over time. submitted by /u/TheCarNut8 to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]

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]

Pickleball gear has exploded so fast that it’s getting harder to tell which brands actually offer value versus which ones rely on flashy marketing. I’m looking for a paddle that performs well without costing the same as a phone bill. I’ve tested a few mid-range models with carbon faces and polymer cores, and honestly the tech across brands is starting to look very similar. What seems to matter more is consistency how well the paddle holds its pop after months of play, whether the edges chip, and whether the grip stays comfortable in heat. What surprised me is how many players are exploring lesser-known brands or even unbranded paddles from OEM factories. Some people in gear forums mentioned comparing them to name-brand paddles and finding similar performance. A few even mentioned sourcing test units directly from manufacturers through wholesale platforms like Alibaba to understand what’s behind the private-label models we see in stores. So from your experience, which brands offer the best value in 2025 not just the biggest sweet spot, but durability + comfort + price balance? submitted by /u/CandyValentinaa to r/PickleballEquip [link] [comments]

I've probably spent 5 hours putting together this list for friends, but I believe these are the top December and Black Friday/Cyber Monday pickleball paddle deals. Do you agree or disagree, and are you seeing anything else? Still On Sale After Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Holbrook Arma T - $100 (insane as this was like $200 on release) Ronbus - $89.99 after code - Loved this paddle and prefer to Vatic V-Sol Doctor Pickleball Surgical Control - $39.99 with code- One of my favorite value control paddles and first time under $40. Selkirk Project 007: $150 (was $333 when it was released), but may be best for 4.0+. I confirmed you can get this between $120-$130 on other retailers (thanks to MeluhaShiv comment). Still On Sale, But Not As Good Luzz Inferno ~$185 - One of the only new releases that I found that are actually on sale for Cyber Monday - I love the Tornazo, but I can't get my hands on the Inferno as it's constantly sold out. Joola Ben Johns Perseus 3s: $179 (usually $200+) Joola Ben Johns CFS 16mm: Under $100 for first time ever - Loved this paddle in early 2024 Warping Point (Ascent $29.99 and Grasp $39.99) - Decent 2023 and 2024 paddles. Best Bundle: 11six24 4 Vapor Bundle: $288 - I have around 6-7 11six24 paddles, and they are good paddles. I hadn't seen this deal, so thanks to prim3_t1m3 comment below, but $72 for a Vapor Power is a great deal, so find 3 other friends. Disappointing Black Friday: Honolulu - 5% off and doesn't apply to J2FC+? Free gift for Selkirk Broomstick? Volair - I don't love buy one get one free. No Longer On Sale: Joola Agassi Edge 16mm: $45 (was $59.99 on Prime) - Loved this paddle and prefer it to the Vatic Pro Prism Flash RPM Paddles: $172 - Not sure for Cyber Monday (thanks to Fun-Measurement's comment below) Vatic V-Sol Pro and Power: $89.99 after code submitted by /u/Educational_Pea6268 to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]

Sharing a few clips from my 4.0+ league using the Xcaliber ergonomic (pistol grip) paddle. I’m currently sitting at a 4.25 DUPR. And yes, I know it looks like a cutting board 🤣. I’ll mention up front that I’m an ambassador for Xceler8Paddles, but I joined their program because I genuinely believe in this paddle design. I wanted to support something I think deserves more attention in the pickleball world. I don’t come from a racquet-sport background, and one of my biggest struggles has always been keeping track of my paddle face during fast hand exchanges. The ergo grip completely solved that for me, since the paddle is fixed to your wrist (wherever your palm points, the paddle face points too). This has helped a ton with my counters and resets. I come from a volleyball background, so overheads with this paddle feel almost identical to a volleyball spike. It has also helped a lot with wrist, shoulder, and elbow pain. With regular paddles, I’d always feel strain on backhand flicks or rolls, but the ergo design completely removed that tension. If you have any questions about the paddle, feel free to ask me anything! I’m also curious if anyone else has tried an ergonomic or pistol-grip paddle and what your experience has been like. There aren’t that many of us out there… submitted by /u/1aesthetic to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]

I am going to start stocking pickleball gear and am really interested in finding the best paddle for money. I am not a pickleball player, I am actually a retired tennis coach that started my business with the intention of selling tennis gear and decided to include pickleball stuff. I have noticed that there are so many different brands so I am not sure really where to look and it feels a bit overwhelming. I want to provide a good reliable high-quality paddle that customers will want to buy. Here are a few brands I have come across, Bread and Butter, Joola, ONIX, Paddletek, Head on Alibaba but I can't tell the difference between them. Head is the only one I recognize because its a tennis brand. Price point is really important to me, and I want to make sure that I am offering a good reasonable price. So a few questions: are higher-priced paddles much better than mid-range ones, or not much difference? Also when it comes to material, which ones stand out for your guys, graphite, composite, or polymer core? Also durability and warranty, which are important when it comes to customer satisfaction, how are they usually handled? I will have a dropshipping model so returns and warranty are important to me, I will need to know how to handle that. I am basically trying to find a winner so that I am not taking on any risk, and for someone who does not play the sport, I am really looking for insight here. Thanks in advance. Update: I am amazed by the response to this post and as a lifelong tennis player I have a lot of respect for pickleball. I don't think any question about tennis rackets has ever brought this much enthusiasm or response. Wow this sport really has grown in popularity, and I think as tennis players we are underestimating its reach. submitted by /u/TennisFan4evernever to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]

I'm an average dad (52) with an average wife (45) and average boys (14, 17). We're happy living in an average house on an average street with an average lifestyle. But somehow it seems like average is no longer celebrated anywhere. It's no longer possible just to get a normal piece of kit and go have fun experiencing life. Want to go camping? You need to spend thousands on an expedition tent with ultralight poles and special clothes, dishes, stoves and even titanium fucking cutlery. Sports? Don't get me started... my kids aren't sporty, they can't even find pick-up games of anything, and if they want to try, say, hockey, a pair of skates is now as much as I paid for my first car... assuming they can even find kids who are willing to play just for the hell of it and learn together. My wife and I thought about pickleball just to get in shape and showed up at a local court with WalMart paddles. We weren't exactly laughed at, but a lot of folks explained how great their $300 paddles are. Why has the world decided that recreational, fun, not extreme, not competitive, average enjoyable passtimes should be traded for exceptional ism? This is ridiculous. Rant over. Go outside and do your thing. Have fun being who you are at whatever level brings you joy. submitted by /u/FrostyProspector to r/daddit [link] [comments]

This is the first time I have seen these. I am curious if anyone has tried them out. submitted by /u/DM_ME_4_FREE_STOCKS to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]

Shrek is not very good at this, but the boys seem competent. I guess Phillip sat this one out. In the pool, I can’t even tell if they are wearing actual swimsuits or who is who. I’m glad I’m not staying in one of the rooms that’s right by the pool. submitted by /u/daffodil0127 to r/RodriguesFamilySnark [link] [comments]

Used to lift heavy weights which ended up crippling me (severe back injury due to deadlifting). Started Pickleball and haven’t looked back! Lost over 30 lbs and I have never felt better. I’m 35 years old and I feel healthier than I did at 25. Never played any racquet sports but I have a volleyball background. I think that’s why the Ergo paddle felt way more natural to me. I honestly recommend it for anyone that has never played tennis. If you have any questions about the paddle, ask away! Started at a 2.8 DUPR and about 150 DUPR matches later, I’m currently sitting at a 4.13 rating. There are SO many levels to this sport and so much to improve on. Cheers! submitted by /u/1aesthetic to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]

My sister is opening a pickleball club and I was helping her put merchandise out. I was shocked at the price of the paddles. The top row in the picture retail for $229 each. That is INSANE to me. How in the hell does a pickleball paddle cost as much as a tennis racquet. submitted by /u/tyranny_of_happiness to r/10s [link] [comments]

I was trying to think of some cozy winter designs for the year round farmers market I sell at, and realized I had the perfect cookie cutter for a stone fireplace submitted by /u/getmespaghetti to r/cookiedecorating [link] [comments]

The mod team is pleased to give away a beautiful limited edition Poach Pickleball Black Lotus paddle https://preview.redd.it/e9am5e9fr1ud1.png?width=955&format=png&auto=webp&s=7c303626e6085f394c7ea4a866f26d59a4ef2714 TO Enter the Contest Please Post Your Favourite Pickleball Memory in a comment and upvote the post! Why the Black Lotus is Special: Exclusive Pink Design: The Black Lotus is our classic Havoc M3, reimagined in an eye-catching pink. Its sleek, bold aesthetic will make you stand out on the court in style. Limited to Only 100 Units: This is no ordinary paddle. We’re only making 100 of these exclusive beauties, each uniquely numbered and engraved, transforming your paddle into a one-of-a-kind collector’s item. Individually Engraved: Every Black Lotus paddle is engraved with its own unique number, so whether you’re holding #1 or #100, you’re part of a select group who owns this rare masterpiece. *Please note that the giveaway will have free shipping to the Continental US and Canada submitted by /u/858isaac to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]

What paddle are you using that you’re happy with and have no intention of upgrading anytime soon? Please mention brand and model. submitted by /u/TheseAwareness to r/Pickleball [link] [comments]