How to choose the best Pickleball paddle?

In this video, I break down the essential factors in selecting your ideal pickleball paddle. From materials to paddle thickness, join me as we explore the options and find the perfect match for your playing style. Ready to upgrade your gear?

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[alangoudie]

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... 😂

[bewithU]

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.

[maxg]

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

[garygorgo]

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

[CliffPickleball]

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

[brandotex]

Its really crazy how many paddles there are 😮

[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!!!

[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

[montreui]

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.

[RickLeon]

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

[MP-tfcc]

< '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.

[kelleychitwood]

Will you be doing a review on the Neonic paddle ?

[ALanier-tc]

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

[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!

[davidbasinski]

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

[car]

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.

[shaunanorman]

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

[eyalwechsler]

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

[lebronsinclair]

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