How to Choose Your Pickleball Paddle

Finding the right paddle is harder than it looks. Specs on a screen don't tell you how the handle feels or how the ball pops off the face. Here is what to look for when you demo:

1. Core Thickness (14mm vs 16mm)

Generally, a 16mm core offers more touch, control, and stability—ideal for soft games, resets, and dinking. A 14mm core is thinner and returns more energy to the ball, resulting in higher "pop" and power for drives.

2. Face Material (Raw Carbon Fiber)

We specialize in Raw Carbon Fiber faces. This gritty texture "grabs" the plastic of the ball, generating maximum spin (RPMs). If you struggle to keep hard shots in bounds, a high-spin Carbon Fiber paddle is a game changer.