These paddles have some pop to them! They are for pickleball players looking for power and spin. Players who love the slow, controlled game my not find these pickleball paddles a fit for their game. But, honestly, many new players entering the sport are looking for power and spin. Try the three different models because they each are slightly different - shape, sweet spot, grip length, etc.
Pickleball tournaments can be grueling, so conditioning is essential. We recommend preparation through physical conditioning, mental readiness and proper hydration...and of course, a good diet and adequate amounts of sleep. Prepare yourself and have fun. Let's go!
Are you frustrated when playing pickleball bangers? When you are being pummeled at the net during a pickleball match sometimes the only thing you can do is block the ball back. Thus, mastering the pickleball block shot becomes important to improve your game. Blocking...
One way you can quickly improve your pickleball game is to work on your footwork. Movement can be one of the most significant parts of your game that is holding you back. Good footwork is the key to being a great pickleball player.
Every single point in pickleball starts with a serve, so it’s imperative to understand the basics of the pickleball serve. It’s easy enough, but there are some key things to know the next time you head out on the court.
Pickleball is a combination of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton that is played on a court about one-third the size of a tennis court (same dimensions as a badminton court) with a net that is 34 inches high at the center. Pickleball is played with a paddle (think over-sized ping-pong paddle) and perforated ball – somewhat similar (but not really) to a Wiffle Ball, with 26-40 round holes (most common balls have 40 holes).
The GRUVN RAW-16E and RAW-16H pickleball paddles are highly recommended. These raw carbon fiber paddles provide a grainy textured surface that allows for a lot of spin and enhanced control. The combination of this paddle’s raw surface and the thick 16mm core results in a strong, stable paddle with consistent and accurate shots and more control.
Pickleball Skinny Singles is pickleball drill that is really more of a game - it is probably one of the best drills in the sport. It’s high-energy and it simulates gameplay. It’s a great way to work on your skills and any shot that needs polishing.
Like every other sport, getting better at pickleball requires practice, especially if you’re aiming to participate in leagues or tournaments. In this article, we’ll discuss drills and skills to practice that will give you the results you’re looking for on the pickleball court. The pickleball drills described below work well for both beginners and the more advanced. We’re hoping they’ll give you tons of inspiration to implement them into your training.
The Gearbox CX14H pickleball paddle is unique. Our first impression was that it was light, but felt "very fast" for kitchen engagements. After the first few dinks, the control was quite noticeable. It's very soft to the touch, giving confidence when dinking and resetting. The paddle also provides nice spin
The main rule of the kitchen is: you cannot be standing in or otherwise make contact with the kitchen zone or kitchen line while volleying a ball. This includes the initiation of a volley.
We've pulled together over 2,500 locations and are sharing those via a Google map location page. Because there are so many courts popping up around the US and globe, we'd love for everyone in our community to help out.
