Several paddle companies have released limited-edition USA-themed pickleball paddles this summer to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence — or just American pop culture in general. Some of the designs feel classic and elegant, while others are bold and fun. Here are a few of our favorites:
Best beginner pickleball paddles — the ultimate buying guide
Choosing a pickleball paddle doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this guide, we break down the factors that actually matter — from budget and paddle type to shape, core and weight — so you can confidently choose the right paddle for your game. Whether you’re buying your very first paddle or upgrading from a beginner […]
Pickleballers Season 4, Episode 5: Jared Paul on building The Kitchen
Jared Paul is the co-host of Pickleballers and the founder of The Kitchen Pickleball — the largest and most engaged pickleball community and media company in the world, with more than 2 million cumulative members, followers and email subscribers across platforms. In this episode, co-host Roscoe Bellamy flips the script and puts Jared in the […]
Kineon Move+ Review: Less joint pain, more pickleball
Joint pain can make it harder to recover, stay active and keep playing the sport you love. In this review, we take a look at the Kineon Move+ and whether red light therapy can actually help pickleball players recover faster, reduce pain and spend more time on the court. SHOP THE KINEON MOVE+ HERE Use […]
Pickleballers Season 4, Episode 4: Rising star Danni-Elle Townsend
In this episode of Pickleballers, Danni-Elle Townsend sits down with Roscoe and Jared fresh off a run to the MLP finals in Austin. She breaks down what it’s like competing on American soil for the first time, why she’s unapologetic about staying rooted in Australia, and why she believes the sport’s next wave of talent […]
JOOLA offering huge discounts on paddles, gear and apparel for ‘JOOLA Week’
JOOLA Pickleball is celebrating the brand’s annual “JOOLA Week” starting Tuesday, with huge discounts on the popular Pro IV Series paddles, apparel, bags and more. The sale runs through Monday, June 29. Here’s a few of the best deals we found on JOOLA’s website: In addition to the discounted items, JOOLA has also made new […]
We ranked every durable grit paddle on the market
Long-lasting grit has quickly become one of the biggest innovations in pickleball paddles, helping players maintain top-tier spin for much longer than traditional raw carbon fiber surfaces. In this video, we rank the major durable grit technologies currently on the market based purely on how gritty they feel to the touch, from standard carbon fiber […]
Pickle Money Ball’s $250K Super Series heads to Florida
Pickle Money Ball has announced that its East Super Series event has been relocated from the Boston market to Daytona Beach, Florida. The tournament will take place September 24-27 at Pictona at Holly Hill and feature a guaranteed $250,000 prize pool. The event will feature $250,000 in total prize money, with each doubles division paying […]
11SIX24 Ultre Power 2 review: This is the brand’s best paddle yet
11SIX24 this week released a new shape in the Power 2 lineup called the Ultre. It’s a cross between a traditional hybrid and an elongated model, with a length of 16.35 inches and width of 7.65 inches. Our reviewers have spent a lot of time with the original Vapor Power 2 and think highly of […]
Pickleballers Season 4, Episode 3: Hannah Johns on growing the PPA Tour and pro pickleball’s early days
In this episode of Pickleballers, Hannah sits down with Roscoe and Jared to pull back the curtain on the Johns family, the wild early days of the PPA, and what it really took to turn pickleball into a legitimate professional sport. It’s part origin story, part behind-the-scenes tour, and entirely worth your time. Hannah opens […]