Recognized by USA Pickleball as the “ Official Magazine ” of Pickleball
SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2022
PUBLISHER ’ S PLAYBOOK
Welcome to Pickleball Magazine ’ s Special Edition Product Guide .
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 ?” You can look for guidance in “ Finding the Right Paddle for You ” on page 63 . There ’ s no doubt the right paddle will allow you to play the way your game is designed for . At the same time , the wrong paddle will cost you hundreds of 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 .
Tech is changing the game of pickleball . According to Carl Schmits , USA Pickleball ’ s managing director of equipment standards and facilities development , and the Equipment Evaluation Committee , testing is evolving from a “ scratch ” test to the paddle ’ s sweet spot being 3D scanned using an optical profilometer , an advanced technology that extracts topographical data from the surface of the paddle and costs $ 80k . The outcome ? Greater accuracy , repeatability and better representation of surface “ terrain .” For more on the rapidly advancing testing protocols for USA Pickleball certification , check out Jayme McGuire ’ s article , “ The Tech That ’ s Changing the Game ,” on page 12 .
Finally , with the holidays fast approaching , we hope you will take some time to look through this issue filled with products that make great gifts for your family and friends . With the latest paddles , balls , shoes , bags and equipment , there ’ s something for everyone on your list .
See you on the courts !
PUBLISHER Wayne Dollard
EDITORIAL DIRECTOR
Julie Talerico
ART DIRECTOR Michael Miller
ADVERTISING MANAGER
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jayme McGuire
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Launched in 2016 , Pickleball Magazine is recognized by USA Pickleball as the “ Official Magazine ” of pickleball . USA Pickleball is the national governing body for the sport of pickleball in the U . S . Pickleball Magazine offers tournament coverage , expert instruction written by professional players , rules , profiles of top pros , the latest equipment and more !
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