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Beginner & Novice
New to developing players — focus on control, feel, and consistency.
Control
Selkirk Amped Control
Selkirk's beginner-friendly fiberglass paddle delivers a plush, consistent feel with a wide sweet spot — perfect for new players who want a premium-brand experience without breaking the bank.
- Fiberglass face for soft, consistent touch
- Polypropylene X5 core for controlled pop
- Forgiving sweet spot reduces mis-hit frustration
- Comfortable grip designed for all-day play
JOOLA Astral Perseus
JOOLA's beginner-friendly Perseus paddle delivers a plush feel with a generous sweet spot and a cold-press fiberglass surface — everything a new player needs to build confidence and consistency.
- Cold-press fiberglass surface for soft, consistent touch
- Polypropylene core for controlled feel
- Lightweight design for easy maneuverability
- NFC chip enabled — scan for personalized drills
- USAP approved for tournament play
SLK by Selkirk Evo Control 2.0
The Evo Control 2.0 from Selkirk's SLK line delivers a plush feel with a generous sweet spot — ideal for developing players who want consistency as they build their all-court skills.
- Rev-Control core for plush, consistent feel
- SpinFlex surface for developing spin technique
- G4 graphite face for touch and feedback
- Ultra-cushion grip for comfort
Paddletek Phoenix G6
Paddletek's Phoenix G6 pairs a durable polycarbonate surface with a graphite PolyCore and a high-tack performance grip — a lightweight, USAPA-approved paddle that gives new players a consistent, forgiving feel at a budget-friendly price.
- Polycarbonate surface for durability and consistent pop
- Graphite PolyCore honeycomb for a soft, controlled feel
- High-tack performance grip for a secure hold
- Lightweight, balanced design for easy maneuverability
- USAPA approved for tournament play
Intermediate & Advanced Intermediate
Building your all-court game — paddles that grow with your strategy and power.
Spin + Power
Six Zero Double Black Diamond
The top-selling paddle among competitive amateurs. Its raw carbon fiber face delivers elite spin while maintaining a plush, controlled feel on soft shots.
- T700 raw carbon fiber face
- 16mm core for control and stability
- Aero Curve shape for hand speed
- Foam-injected edge walls for durability
Joola Perseus Double Vision 16mm
A bold, eye-catching paddle with a distinctive dual-face design and a bright cyan edge guard — delivering pop, spin, and standout style for aggressive intermediate players.
- Striking dual-surface design for unique feel
- 16mm reactive core for controlled power
- Aggressive spin texture for shot shaping
- USAP approved for tournament play
CPX Pro Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle
A budget-friendly carbon fiber paddle with a thick 19mm honeycomb core and an edgeless design — delivering a clean, consistent feel and a large sweet spot for intermediate players stepping into competitive play.
- Carbon fiber face for spin and touch
- 19mm honeycomb core for plush, controlled feel
- Edgeless design expands the usable sweet spot
- Tennis-style grip for a familiar, comfortable hold
- Designed in Chicago, USA — professional-grade build at a value price
Luzz Cannon Thermoformed T700 Carbon Fiber Paddle
A Gen 3 thermoformed paddle with a T700 raw carbon friction surface and 16mm honeycomb core — delivering explosive power, heavy spin, and a large sweet spot at a fraction of typical pro-paddle pricing.
- T700 raw carbon fiber friction surface for elite-level spin
- Thermoformed construction for explosive pop and stability
- 16mm honeycomb core with a large, forgiving sweet spot
- Gen 3 design — pro-level tech at a budget-friendly price
- Includes a paddle cover for protection between sessions
Friday Challenger Paddle
Friday's best-performing raw carbon fiber paddle under $100. A thermoformed T700 raw carbon face delivers pro-level spin and pop at a budget-friendly price, with a tennis-style grip that feels familiar to converting tennis players.
- T700 raw carbon fiber face for elite spin at a value price
- Thermoformed construction for explosive pop and a large sweet spot
- Two-layer carbon design for durability and consistent feel
- Tennis-style grip shape — ideal for players crossing over from tennis
- Best-in-class performance under $100
Enigma Pickleball Proto-Blossom
Enigma's thermoformed raw carbon fiber paddle pairs a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core with foam-injected edges for a large, forgiving sweet spot — delivering elite spin and explosive pop at a mid-tier price.
- Raw carbon fiber face for elite spin and precise control
- Unibody thermoformed construction fuses core to face for explosive pop
- 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core for plush, controlled feel
- Foam-injected edges expand the sweet spot and improve balance
- USAPA approved for tournament play
Pro & Elite Performance
For tournament players — choose by playstyle, not just rating.
Select your style
All three are tournament-legal and pro-approved. The difference isn't skill — it's how you win.
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Joola Perseus V Pro 16mm
Precision FinesseUsed by: Ben Johns, Anna Leigh Waters
Best for: Dink & Drop specialists
JOOLA's honeycomb core delivers a plush, feedback-rich feel that rewards patient, precise play — the go-to for players who win with touch and angles.
CRBN TruFoam Genesis 4
Foam Core ControlUsed by: CRBN Pro Staff
Best for: Spin & soft game specialists
CRBN's first foam-core paddle to nail weight distribution — 2315 RPM spin (93rd percentile) in a compact hybrid frame. Dense TruFoam compression gives unmatched dwell time for resets and drops.
Friday Aura Gen 4 16mm
All-Court PowerUsed by: Friday Pro Team
Best for: All-court players who want power + touch
Friday's double-thermoformed construction fuses the foam directly to the carbon face for a livelier, more explosive feel — delivering standout pop on drives while staying predictable on soft resets.
Proton Project Flamingo 15mm
Power + ReachUsed by: Proton Pro Staff
Best for: Hard hitters & aggressive baseliners
Built for hard hitters — the 15mm Velocity Core is tuned for maximum pop and energy return, while the aerospace-grade carbon fiber face grips the ball for heavy spin on power shots.
Joola Kosmos V 16mm
Balanced PowerUsed by: Collin Johns, Simone Jardim
Best for: All-court aggressors
The Kosmos V's stiffer carbon face transfers more energy into the ball — ideal for aggressive bangers and counter-attackers who want explosive pop without sacrificing spin.
Selkirk LUXX Control Air Invikta
Control + SpinUsed by: Selkirk Pro Staff
Best for: Control specialists & spin surgeons
Selkirk's flagship control paddle pairs a Florek carbon fiber face with a plush X7 polypropylene core — delivering elite-level spin (2,000+ RPM), unmatched dwell time, and surgical placement. The octagonal grip locks in hand stability for the soft game.
Friday Aura Pro Gen 4 16mm
Full-Foam PowerUsed by: Friday Pro Team
Best for: Power hitters & aggressive counter-attackers
Friday's flagship full-foam Gen 4 paddle is engineered for maximum power. Double-thermoformed construction fuses a fully floating EPP core to the carbon face for explosive pop on drives and counters, while still delivering enough feel for resets.
Accessories
Gear upgrades that improve comfort, control, and performance.
Hesacore Pickleball Paddle Tour Grip
The Hesacore Tour Grip replaces your stock grip with a hexagonal, finger-contouring design that reduces vibration, supports tennis elbow, and keeps your hand dry under pressure.
Key Features
- Hexagonal shape molds to your fingers for a natural, secure hold
- Reduces vibration — ideal for players with tennis elbow
- Anti-sweat design keeps grip dry during long sessions
- 5.25" length fits most standard pickleball paddles
- Available in Tour (firm) and Gel (soft) versions
🎯 Coach's Tip
A grip upgrade is one of the cheapest performance improvements you can make. If your hand fatigues or slips late in a match, swap your stock grip for a Hesacore before buying a new paddle.