Best Pickleball Paddle Reviews and Comprehensive Buying Guides by Matt

Quick Take! After a dozen games with the Avoura Rhapsody 13, here are my first impressions: lightning-fast reactions, amazing control, and a surprising punch of power. This paddle is lightweight yet stable, making it perfect for quick net exchanges and consistent shots. The Raw T700 Carbon Fiber face and NASA-grade PolyPropel core stand out as game-changers, offering a balance of speed and comfort. Could this be the paddle to elevate your game? Let’s dive in! 👀 Want to try it yourself? Save 10% with promo code MPB at checkout!

Pickleball paddle playtest #2 was a ton of fun! 🎉 We were mic’d up for live gameplay, raw reactions, and unfiltered banter as we tested the all-new 11SIX24 Power Series paddles—Hurache-X, Vapor, and Pegasus. We also brought the Honolulu Pickleball J2K+ for comparison and stacked them up against the crew's trusted paddles: Vatic Pro Saga V7, CRBN TruFoam Genesis, and Pickleball Apes Pulse S.

Unboxing the latest gear from Selkirk Pickleball! The PureFoam 008 paddles and shoes! Inside this package: → Project 008 Pure Foam paddles (Invicta, Epic, and Tour models) with 13mm designs, tungsten tape, and premium features. → Selkirk Paddle Bags with sleek designs and thoughtful interiors. → Selkirk Courtstrike Pro Shoes with a 6-month outsole warranty for ultimate durability. Excited to test these on the court!

Thinking about adding lead tape to your pickleball paddle? Hold up! Before you customize, watch this quick guide to learn why lead might be putting your health at risk—and the safer alternatives you can use instead. From Tungsten Tape to Lead-Free Weights, this video covers four non-toxic ways to fine-tune your paddle for better performance without the dangers of lead. Plus, I’ll show you exactly where to place the weight for maximum control, balance, and power on the court.

Looking for your next paddle upgrade? 🏓 In this quick take, I'm diving into Vatic Pro’s Prism Bloom (Mega Control!) and the soon-to-be-released Saga Bloom (More Pop/Power!) paddles. The Prism Bloom delivers excellent control, stability, and comfort at just $99.99. With my code MPB, you can grab it for even less. Meanwhile, the Saga Bloom, likely priced at $149.99, packs more power with a slightly head-heavy feel—perfect for players seeking extra pop. Both paddles feature TORAY T700 carbon fiber for durability and spin, foam-injected edge walls for a larger sweet spot, and a vibration-dampening handle for effortless resets. Whether you want stability and finesse or power and plow-through, these paddles deliver pro-level performance at an incredible value.

The 11SIX24 Power Paddles launch on February 7! Looking for a power paddle that doesn’t sacrifice (much) control? The 11SIX24 Power Series brings a perfect balance of explosiveness and precision. I spent two months testing these paddles across every shot—baseline drives, resets, punch volleys—you name it.