Congratulations on making the leap from complete beginner to intermediate pickleball player. Well done! At this intermediate level, about 3.5, you're focusing on refining your shots. You'll learn to add more power to your shots, add spin to the ball, and perfect techniques like drops, dinking, and resets. But this transition isn't...
Pickleball is pretty awesome, right? When it comes to paddles, you've mainly got two types: fiberglass and graphite. What's the difference? Well, it all depends on your play style. Before we get into it, let's chat about wooden paddles. They're cheap, easy to find, and great for beginners. But they're kinda...
You've just finished an exciting pickleball match at your neighborhood court. You might want to take off your sneakers and get ready to pack up and go home, your opponent's paddle catches your eye. His handle looks very different from yours - thicker and wrapped in something that looks protective. What...
When players choose a paddle, weight should and does play a role. Most beginners ask what is the best weight for a pickleball paddle. A friend recently asked me about pickleball paddles, specifically the ideal paddle weight. They were unsure of the best weight to choose for their pickleball paddle purchase. The...
