Paddle Guides
Help choosing, comparing and caring for your paddle.
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Paddle Guides
Ten Pickleball Paddles to Buy in 2026, and the Promo Code for Each
Our ten favorite 2026 paddles, led by the gritty UPA Rough Boulder Opal, each with a promo code that takes money off the price.
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Paddle Guides
Your First Paddle: A Buyer’s Guide That Keeps Costs Down
The specs that matter for a first paddle, the extras to skip, and five ways to pay less.
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Paddle Guides
Carbon, Fiberglass or Thermoformed: Choosing a Paddle Face
How the three common paddle constructions play, and which one fits your game and budget.
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Paddle Guides
Spin, Power or Both? Choosing a Paddle for How You Play
What creates spin, what creates power, and how to pick a paddle that matches the way you win points.
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Paddle Guides
Thermoformed Paddles in Plain English
What thermoformed actually means, what changes on court, the downsides, and who gets the most from one.
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Paddle Guides
Does Your Paddle Fit Your Hand? A Grip Guide
How to measure for grip size, recognize a bad fit, and fix it with an overgrip, a new base grip or a sleeve.