Widebody pickleball paddles are often more forgiving and stable than their hybrid and elongated counterparts. They are generally 16 inches long x 8 inches wide, which means they have generous sweet spots and deliver more consistency on off-center shots, while also being very maneuverable. That combination makes them a great fit for most beginners, as […]
National Pickleball Day is Saturday (Aug. 8), and to celebrate, many of the biggest brands in the sport are offering huge discounts on paddles, gear and accessories. Below you’ll find a roundup of the best deals available on some of the most popular paddles in the game. If you’ve had your eye on one of […]
Looking for new pickleball shoes? In this video, we share our real-world experience after spending time on court with the new JOOLA R4LLy shoes. We cover the fit, comfort, weight, stability, traction, durability features, and the one issue we’ve experienced so far, so you can decide if they’re the right pickleball shoe for your game. […]
Advanced pickleball players are able to tell even the smallest differences between paddles. Swingweight, feel, how well the paddle “pockets” the ball, pop, power — it all matters, and each player has their own preferences in terms of what they’re looking for out of a paddle. In general, advanced players are also willing to make […]
As you level up in pickleball, the paddle you use will have a more noticeable impact on your performance. And if you’ve reached the 3.5-4.0+ level, you’re probably becoming more in-tune with your play style and what kind of paddle will fit with your game. For intermediate players, we recommend a paddle that is a […]
Looking for the best pickleball paddles right now? These are the Kitchen’s Top 5 pickleball paddles for July 2026, featuring a mix of several brands, shapes and core types. Check out the video above for more details on why we made the selections we did and what makes these paddles stand out. Whether you’re looking […]
The Luzz Glider 2026 is one of the biggest surprises of the year. At just $101 after code “KITCHEN,” it’s currently the cheapest pickleball paddle with a long-lasting grit solution. After spending time on the court with it, we think it’s one of the best values available today. SHOP THE LUZZ GLIDER HERE Use code […]
As pickleball has grown in popularity over the past decade, there’s been a huge increase in the number of homeowners building backyard courts. But there are several things property owners and project managers need to be aware of before they embark on the project. Let’s start with this: It can cost anywhere from $35,000 to […]
HEAD has officially entered the full-foam core paddle market with the brand new TriFlex Boom, but does it compete with the best modern pickleball paddles? In this review, we break down everything you need to know about HEAD’s latest paddle, including how it plays, where it shines and the areas where we think it still […]
When Mady Wolfe started playing pickleball competitively, she noticed that a lot of players – herself included – weren’t fully prepared from a nutrition standpoint for the long and often hot days that are common in the sport. That led to playing great one match and being off her game the next – a frustrating […]
