Pickleball Paddles – Matt Coben
According to Matt Coben, when it comes to picking a pickleball paddle, it’s best to start with the most important factor: grip size. The size of a pickleball paddle can be determined by measuring the distance from the tip of the ring finger to the middle crease of the palm (the palm has three creases). Hold the paddle with your natural grip and slide the opposite hand’s index finger between your fingers. If your fingers don’t slide, the paddle is too small.
Graphite Z5
The Onix Graphite Z5 paddle is one of the most popular pickleball paddles on the market. Its graphite face and Nomex core offer great touch and ball control. Besides its lightweight design, it has a wide sweet spot. Considering its high price tag, it’s also one of the cheapest paddles in the Onix line. If you’re looking for a good paddle with a large sweet spot, check out this Onix pickleball paddle.
Champion Eclipse Graphite
If you’re looking for a new pickleball paddle, look no further than Champion’s graphite offerings. Featuring polymer honeycomb cores and a textured graphite surface, these paddles are designed for an individual’s style of play. They also have an even weight distribution and generous sweet spot, so you won’t have to compromise comfort and performance. The three different shapes allow you to customize your paddle to match your playing style.
Radical Elite – Matt Coben
Matt Coben explained that the HEAD Radical Elite Pickleball paddles feature a Dynamic Power Shape, thicker OTC honeycomb polymer core, Comfort grip, and fiberglass hitting surface with Extreme Spin Technology. These features create more pop and feel than any other pickleball paddle on the market. The HEAD Radical Elite Pickleball Paddles have been designed to give you a competitive advantage and increase your winning chances.
SLK Evo Hybrid
If you’re a beginner to intermediate Pickleball player, you may want to start with the SLK Evo Soft paddle. This paddle is known for its soft yet controlled feel, massive sweet spot, and ultra-comfortable grip. There are three different SLK Evo Soft paddles available: the MAX, the Soft, and the Soft XL. The MAX has a shorter handle and a wider face, while the Soft XL paddle has a longer face.
HEAD Gravity
If you’re looking for the most effective and innovative pickleball paddle available, the Gravity Lite is the right choice for you. It features the same massive sweet spot shape and distinctive flip design but weighs less than half a pound. It also combines the latest HEAD technologies to give you superior power, comfort, and control while hitting the ball. The Hybrid Hitting Surface provides power, control, and a unique soft impact feel.
HEAD SLK
In addition to Matt Coben, HEAD SLK pickleball paddles are lightweight and easy to handle. The lightweight pulp material makes switching between forehand and backhand strokes a breeze. The paddles’ polymer honeycomb core reduces the thumping noise for both indoor and outdoor play. They have comfortable 4.9-inch handles that are designed with cushioning and sweat absorption in mind. They are a great choice for mid-level club players.
Wooden – Matt Coben
If you’re new to the sport, you might be wondering what to look for in a new wooden pickleball paddle. There are two basic styles, the standard and the narrow. The standard style is long and wide, with a standard grip and an oversized paddle with a larger surface area. Narrow paddles tend to be harder for beginners to handle, but they are useful for more advanced players. The width of the grip is typically four to five inches, while the length is slightly less.
Composite paddles
There are several pros and cons to aluminum and composite pickleball paddles. Aluminum paddles are generally easy to swing and generate an immense amount of force with every hit. The downside to aluminum paddles is that they lack the speed and finesse of polymer or Nomex paddles. Aluminum paddles are also quieter than polymer or Nomex paddles, but they can be difficult for some players to control their deflection.