How to choose the best Pickleball paddle?

[@alangoudie2299]

EXCELLENT VERY HELPFUL VIDEO. CLEAR, EASY TO UNDERSTAND. I have subscribed as Will is very sensible with his comments.

[@UnconventionalReasoning]

This is a more useful video than many people might realize. As I'm trying to go from beginner to intermediate, you told me I had to first evaluate my game and then consider about a half-dozen paddle characteristics. Maybe I'll stay as a beginner for a while longer... 😂

[@2be1withU]

Wow Will. You basically just covered the one thing that most pickleballer who are not ex tennis player don't know. Grip thickness. I'm minimum a 4.5 inch grip. I use to buy tennis 4.75 grip racket and shave down the handle (use to work at tennis shop). Now with the SixZero, I had to buy the heat shrink wrap, remove the grip, add the extra thickness with the shrink wrap, redo the grip and add an overgrip. Now that grip is perfect. I also think a thicker, proper grip will reduce carpal tunnel and tennis elbow injury. Just my thought.

[@samuraistabber]

I’ve added a Hesacore sleeve to my DBD and that has helped reduce/eliminate forearm pain.

[@yummybong148]

@@samuraistabber Ill have to suggest to a friend he gets bad tennis elbow but his shot form is like throwing a baseball sidearm and he wont change so not sure if it would help that much.

[@maxg5196]

Bro you should have given examples of paddles, categorized by their playstyle, that would be a good starting point for people to research into. Like giving the Vatic Pro paddles as the best budget choice for new players, with the Prism Flash/V7 being more for control/soft game players, and the thermoformed Flash/V7 being for more power players. And giving the example of Engage being the best company based on their warranty policy

[@PickleballWill]

I’ll make a follow up and I’m actually working on something very similar already. But I got you guys

[@DanielleMalkinNinja]

I’m a beginner playing with a Prism Flash 16mm, and I’m glad you made that comment about it being better for control. I feel like I made a good choice in a world full of a ton of paddle options.

[@johntrotter311]

Very informative, awesome narrative

[@kevinwill8542]

6.0 dbd love it

[@garygorgo3600]

Excellent video. If you could , I would like your recommend Paddles for different style players?

[@TennisObsessed]

Awesome overview, thank you!

[@Darignobullseye]

THANK YOU! Very Helpful!

[@CliffPickleball]

Love the video bro! can I have the Name of the editor!?

[@mrfofung]

Any chance you give the new Franklin 16 fs dynasty tour a try. I’m loving it and I’ve tried a bunch of high end paddles. Lab paddles etc

[@PickleballWill]

I’ve only swung it around a few times and i remember it was pretty head heavy. Maybe a decent singles paddle

[@RickLeon7]

Hey will did you already tried the new affordable Gearbox paddles??

[@Geos-g5e]

Following this as well

[@wellnessnyc]

Thank you for this video Will. How about pickleball sneakers?? I see many sites selling pickleball sneakers are just selling volleyball and tennis sneakers. Are there huge differences? Personally I don't think so. Please make a video to clarify that for us pickle lovers. Thank you!!!

[@carlrodrigues6919]

What works on a tennis CT will work on a Pball ct.when buying look for flat surface with a little tread happy pballing😊

[@bart1476]

Sneakers?? Lol.

[@brandotex]

Its really crazy how many paddles there are 😮

[@kelleychitwood2259]

Will you be doing a review on the Neonic paddle ?

[@YeahDardPolice]

Neonic is basically a cheaper version of a Ronbus.

[@shaunanorman4804]

Is it better to have a wider paddle or a longer paddle ?

[@PickleballWill]

Depends on your preference but I personally prefer a longer paddle for extra leverage for power but sacrifice the larger sweet spot and quicker maneuvering

[@montreui1]

I play an aggressive style and only doubles. I use one hand for my backhanded shots. What would paddle would you recommend? Price is not a concern.

[@davidbasinski2634]

Would the ideal paddle have a low swing weight, personally lead weighted for control, contact surface for spin, and internals for power?

[@PickleballWill]

Yes. For most ppl the best paddle would have lowest swing weight possible with a high twist weight. Good surface for spin. And as much power as you can control

[@ALanier-t2c]

What are your paddle recommendations for a player who’s struggling with tennis elbow ?

[@ruffleshaveridges]

Look into taking lessons first. It's more likely that your elbow pain is caused by poor technique rather than the paddle. I've played for 5+ years (with a tennis background) and haven't had any upper body injuries.

[@carlrodrigues6919]

Lite paddle 7.8to8.2 😊

[@bart1476]

You have tennis elbow because you let the ball get too close to you. Hit the ball 18 inches in front of your body.

[@xaboboxa5148]

I would strongly recommend a Pro Kennex paddle. They have a specific technology for players suffering from tennis elbow pain. Expensive but great paddle. I used one for + 2 years. I am not a paid influencer just a pain free player.😊

[@daveorapid]

Hello, can you offer suggestions for an upgrade. I currently play with an Onyx Z5. I like to hit with power, have pretty good control, occasionally use spin and use one hand backhand. Budget would be around $150. thanks in advance for any suggestions!

[@kathleenkramer1224]

Engage Pro

[@TeamRedProductions]

SOOOOO manyyyy

[@79car]

I wish the paddle companies would be allow satisfaction guarantees so you could test it before committing to it. Especially the expensive ones. So much in picking the right paddle is personal preference and feel.

[@eyalwechsler9094]

Im advanced tennis player who want to start play pickleball, one hand backhand. Value spin and control. What paddle do you recommend for me? Budget 200usd +/- . Thanks

[@PickleballWill]

6.zero Black Diamond. Engage Pursuit Pro MX 6.0. Volair Forza 16mm

[@lebronsinclair8012]

Whats the best paddle for spin, control, pop with elongated handle? Price is not an issue. Looking upgrade my ronbus r3.16

[@YeahDardPolice]

For all 3 I'd say the Pro Line Energy S is right up there. For me it does lack a bit of power at times but it makes up for that with it's amazing control. Also just ordered the R3 Nova which is another that excels in all categories you mentioned.

[@lebronsinclair8012]

@@YeahDardPolice Thank you. I really do like my first generation Ronbus.

[@MP-tf7cc]

< 'Less than'. 'Greater than' >. Someday paddles will come in more and larger grip sizes. The vast majority of pb paddle grip sizes are in the low 4" range, which is far too small for anyone with large or XL hands.

[@jamjam2137]

Why are none of you talking about Gearbox paddles and the hold up on them

[@kimleith1378]

DEMAND, DEMAND, DEMAND!

[@quidproquo9000]

I’ve found that anything under 7.8oz isn’t as stable with off center shots

[@bryanuy2804]

😅

[@gg80108]

I got unlimited budget, help.

[@shapanization]

Great video but please for the love of everything holy remove the pings, it’s horrendous and hurts 0:56

[@jordansamuels3552]

Disagree w the conventional wisdom that control players should go control paddle and power players go power paddle....Control players can use power paddle to add juice to game and they already have control where they won't lose much control

[@backbonz]

I was just contemplating this very idea.

[@jordansamuels3552]

@@backbonz yeah it's like why would one need a paddle that excels in control if one can already have great control with non-control oriented paddle. extra pop worth much more than marginal gain in control (assuming one lacks power)

[@NRafa7]

I agree with you but in the video he also mentions what style you “like” to play, not only your strength. If you really like power style you probably wouldn’t like a wide bodied plush(control) paddle. But I agree that the conventional wisdom is off.

[@kimleith1378]

I'm in the minority. Play with a"ping pong" grip. How a paddle tapers at the neck is part of my choice.

[@BDA1137]

Your "dings" are way way too loud man...

[@yummybong148]

Ronbus R3 or death I dont care about the rest LOL.