2026 GEAR GUIDE balls
The ball is in your court— lots of quality pickleballs to choose from!
ENGAGE Tour
USAP-approved with True Bounce Technology. Delivers a softer feel and quieter impact, plus fewer cracks even in colder weather. Designed for high visibility and consistent performance across all levels, beginner through advanced. Price: $ 1.50
ENGAGE Tour Neon 2.0
Bright neon color for faster visibility, consistent hole size and spacing for truer flight, and a tougher polymer to resist cracking in all weather. USA Pickleball – approved and built for tournament-play excellence. Price: $ 1.00
FRANKLIN X-40
The Franklin X-40 Outdoor Pickleball is made for premium play and performance. It is the Official Pickleball of the APP Tour, USA Pickleball and the US Open Pickleball Championships. Designed with precisiondrilled holes and constructed from durable polyethylene, the X-40 is built to outperform and outlast other pickleballs on the market. Colors: Optic Yellow, Pink, Lava, Ember, Purple Price: 3-Pack $ 11.99, 12‐Pack $ 39.99, 100-Pack $ 279.99
FRANKLIN Silent Serve
The Silent Serve pickleball by Franklin Sports is the foam ball changing the game! This quiet ball is the best innovation for noise‐restricted play. Whether you are required by the HOA or just looking for a quieter game, this ball is for you. Crafted to mimic the X-40, the Silent Serve pickleballs were designed to look and feel like a traditional pickleball. Price: 3-Pack $ 16.99
HEAD TOUR 40
Experience the perfect blend of speed, consistency, and durability with the HEAD Tour 40. Designed for high‐performance play on all hardcourt surfaces, this premium ball offers a fast pace right off the paddle, ensuring dynamic rallies and quick reactions. Ideal for tournament-level competition and serious outdoor play. Price: 3-Pack $ 14.00, 100 pieces $ 319.99
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