Finding
THE RIGHT
PADDLE
FOR YOU
With more than 100 manufacturers and
1,000 + models to choose from , the question most players ask is , “ How do I go about finding the best paddle for my game ?”
By Wayne Dollard
There is no doubt that the right paddle will enhance the style of play you ’ re trying to achieve . At the same time , the wrong paddle will cost you countless points and missed opportunities . This article addresses the pros and cons of the various paddle types and gives recommendations as to what you should be looking for based on your skill level .
While there are more than 100 “ Approved ” manufacturers for pickleball , a selective group of manufacturers make up 99 percent of the tournament paddle market , including Babolat , CRBN , Diadem , Electrum , Engage , Franklin , Gamma , Gearbox , Head , Joola , Onix ( Escalade Sport ), Paddletek , Prolite , Selkirk , and PBPro .
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OCTOBER 2022 | MAGAZINE 63