Picking the best pickleball paddle requires pairing the most important elements of a paddle with a player’s skill and style. The key to finding the best pickleball paddle is to find the proper balance of core material and thickness, surface material, paddle weights, and grip size.
The most expensive paddle isn’t necessarily the best paddle for you and don’t be distracted by the colours, fancy graphics or catchy model names.
3 Steps to Choose the Right Pickleball Paddle
The 3 main steps to take to choose the right paddle are:
- Choosing the right shape
- Choosing the right handle length
- Choosing the right paddle type (Control, Power or All-Court)
This article by Braydon Unsicker of Pickleball Effect and the below video are well worth reading and watching before you decide which paddle is best for you.
Are you a beginner?
Check out The Best Pickleball Paddles for Beginners Based on Background.
See also Pickleball Paddle Reviews and 2023 Pickleball Paddle Hotlist.
