Pickleball Central Blog

Paddletek's 2024 Carbon Fiber Tempest & Bantam Paddles - A Well-Rounded Line-Up, Worth the Wait!

by Karen Thomas on Aug 19, 2024

Major Paddletek Paddle Launch - a Legacy in Pickleball Delivers Game Winning Performance In 2010, Michigan-based Paddl …
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The Best Made in the USA Pickleball Paddles (and more)

by Joseph Sutton on Aug 19, 2024

In the world of pickleball, quality and performance are paramount. At Pickleball Central, we understand that our customers …
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Holbrook Pickleball: Innovation, Family, and Community at the Heart of the Game

Jul 16, 2024

At Holbrook Pickleball, every paddle, every design, and every innovation tells a story—one of family, passion, and a deep lo …
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The RAD Journey: How Passion, Creativity, and Community Built a Unique Pickleball Brand

Jun 13, 2024

The story of RAD Pickleball is one of passion, innovation, and community. It began in Southern California, where three frien …
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Paddle Review: Selkirk AMPED Pro Air

by Joseph Sutton on May 20, 2024

Bottom Line: The Selkirk AMPED Pro Air revives one of the best selling all-court paddles of all time (the original Selk …
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Top 5 Paddles For Faster Hand Speed (August 2024)

by Joseph Sutton on May 14, 2024

Milliseconds Matter in Pickleball One of the key differences in pickleball and tennis is the frequency of the &l …
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Best All-Court Pickleball Paddles 2024

by Joseph Sutton on May 13, 2024

The Paddles That Do it All All-court paddles are the jack of all trades for the pickleball world. They are just …
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Best Pickleball Paddles for Beginners in 2024

by Joseph Sutton on May 13, 2024

Welcome to Pickleball! If you're just getting started, picking the right paddle can really make a difference. In …
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Top 5 Pickleball Paddles for Power (September 2024)

by Joseph Sutton on May 13, 2024

Is a Power Paddle Right for You? Some players just can’t resist the power game. You've got to love the fee …
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Top 5 Pickleball Paddles for Control (September 2024)

by Joseph Sutton on May 13, 2024

The Critical Role of Control in Pickleball Success Control paddles are a game-changer. They're designed for players …
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Top 5 Best Pickleball Paddles for Spin (September 2024)

by Joseph Sutton on May 13, 2024

The Power of Spin in Pickleball If you're a pickleball enthusiast, you know that spin is one of the most dynamic …
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Review of JOOLA Gen 3 Paddles

by Joseph Sutton on Apr 23, 2024

The Biggest JOOLA Launch Yet The pickleball world is buzzing about the new “Gen 3” paddle lineup from Joola, and for …
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TechTalk: Sustainable Innovation with Revolin Sports

Apr 17, 2024

In celebration of Earth Month, Pickleball Central is proud to shine a spotlight on one of our partners, Revolin Sp …
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JOOLA’s GEN 3 Paddles at Pickleball Central April 23

by Karen Thomas on Apr 16, 2024

We joined JOOLA at their recent “Behind The Scenes” product preview in New Orleans for a look at their exciting new GEN 3 pa …
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Crafting Excellence: The Six Zero Pickleball Story

Apr 3, 2024

Discover the story behind Six Zero Pickleball, a brand that's making waves in the world of pickleball. From humble beginning …
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Paddle Review: Selkirk Vanguard Control

by Joseph Sutton on Mar 18, 2024

Bottom Line: The Vanguard Control pairs the touch of one of the best control paddles of all time (the Vanguard 2.0) with …
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The Lab: Top 6 Paddles for Spin in 2023

by Joseph Sutton on Dec 1, 2023

The way pickleball is played has changed over the years, and increased spin potential with new paddle technology is likely the mo …
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Explained: ​Understanding Delamination in Pickleball Paddles

by Patrick Moore, Joseph Sutton, John Cowley on Oct 18, 2023

Pickleball Paddle Delamination The pickleball world is still talking about delamination in thermoformed pickleball paddl …
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