The Pickleball Studio Podcast

This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Paddle buying guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3ND_AVkP0sHonolulu J2CR LH: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/j2cr-lh-cbeMPP Turbo Hybrid: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/mpp-turbo-hybridPaddleTek HoneyFoam: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/honeyfoam-16mmFriday Aura: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/friday-auraChapters:0:00 - Intro0:38 - Chris is dealing with an injury3:37 -  Bread & Butter warranty update4:32 - How to pick the right paddle for you22:31 - Aizec's primary categories 25:53 - Chris's primary categories29:50 - Paddletek HoneFoam vs Friday Aura38:17 - Enhanced MPP Turbo new hybrid shape40:50 - Honolulu J2CR LH crystal blue grit45:42 - Our top paddles of 2026 so far55:23 - Q&A55:34 - Do I need a new paddle if mine is just fine? What's the usage expectation?57:24 - How to tell if your weighted tape is doing something to a paddle?59:20 - How do you break in paddles quickly so the playability of a paddle is most accurate?1:01:01 - How long should you stick with a paddle before it isn't for you?1:02:34 - How do you know what to work on when watching yourself?1:09:39 - Should Pickleball be an indoor sport? Wind sucks in the summer1:10:58 - Have you and your wife ever had an argument regarding how many paddles you have?1:12:20 - Where do you get ideas for drills?1:16:19 - Is the aero curve shape dated?

This description may contain affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.New UPA-A rulebook: https://bit.ly/4uKIRfESelkirk buys Bread & Butter: https://bit.ly/4dqI8clFORWRD Ranger bag v2: https://bit.ly/4uM6tApPaddleTek Honeyfoam: https://bit.ly/4wqoXIrChapters:0:00 - Intro0:37 - Selkirk buys Bread & Butter??14:35 - New PPA amateur rules you should know33:00 - FORWRD Ranger bag v240:00 - PPA Partners docu series (SPOILERS!)47:33 - Mizuno makes their first paddle56:50 - PaddleTek Honeyfoam release58:41 - The State of Pickleball paddles in 20261:04:35 - What paddle builds are popular now?1:08:54 - What the pros are using for gen type?1:12:14 - Paddle sweet spot1:15:25 - Long lasting grit1:21:24 - Power level1:26:36 - Paddle feel1:29:28 - Paddle durability1:32:25 - Price1:34:37 - Paddle shapes

This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links to things mentioned:Reload article: https://bit.ly/4dqDXyhFriday Aura Pro: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/friday-aura-pro-wb?pHonolulu J2CR CBE: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/j2cr-cbe?pDunlop tour bag: https://bit.ly/42miXTcVatic Pro Prism Bloom: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/prism-bloom?pChapters:0:00 - Intro0:48 - What is the best Pickleball advice you've ever received?3:12 - PPA gets $225 million investment7:11 - Tama goes on a big run in Atlanta16:52 - I used the Vatic Pro Prism for another tourney27:11 - J2CR crystal blue grit35:23 - Dunlop is getting into pickleball45:58 - Dunlop tournament bag49:47 - Friday Aura pro58:12 - Paddle reviewer commissions1:17:34 - Q&A1:19:58 - Are tournaments or leagues better for trying to increase DUPR?1:21:10 - How can I make sure my play stays the same as I seem to tighten up during tournaments1:23:23 - Any advise for someone that wants to make Pickleball content but not sure how to be unique?1:26:30 - What's the issue with the drop serve? Did it get banned?1:28:04 - When are full foam control paddles coming out?1:29:47 - Why are hybrids always rounded?1:32:53 - Rec is more fun to me. I hate drilling what should I do to improve?1:37:56 - Do either of you use hesacores?1:40:28 - Question of the week

This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Melin 24 hour discount: https://alnk.to/b7BZ50rConnor Derrickson https://www.youtube.com/@ThatPickleballTrainer-Matchdaypb: https://apple.co/4vUMG3jRPM Friction v2: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/rpm-friction-v2Arronax: https://bit.ly/4eQNWy0Walking Pad: https://bit.ly/4ub4RQmChapters:0:00 - Intro1:06 - Melin 24 hour discount code2:56 - We finally got our paddles from John4:04 - DUPR features and DUPR reset11:23 - MatchDayPB pro Pickleball app13:48 - Proton is back15:19 - RPM Friction v222:38 - Arronax KVL 004 (Zane Fords paddle)31:03 - Do people actually need a power paddle in 2026?1:09:55 - Why Pickleball players should go to the gym more

This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links to things mentioned:Learn about swing weight: https://youtu.be/7WwbO3vMyEs?si=3j-bM9oyrP_tQjpOWeight tutorial: https://youtu.be/tRG-VCk1Da0?si=QUxmBYYSD6BquTppMPP Turbo: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/enhance-mpp-turbo-widebodyChorus CODA: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/chorus-coda11six24 Power2 series: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/11six24-power2Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:38 - PPA drama12:04 - Hexgrit updates after 300 games17:32 - US Open experience 26:07 - Website update27:52 - Friday Aura Pro/MPP Turbo34:53 - Control paddles might still be good40:01 - Chorus CODA43:48 - Where should you put weight on your paddle?1:08:55 - Q&A. Once everything has long lasting grit and a durable core, where do things head next?1:10:41 - If you had to purchase a paddle, what would you purchase?1:13:09 - If you could go give your younger self one pickleball tip, what would it be?1:16:56 - Have gen 4 sweet spots gotten bigger than gen 3?1:18:54 - Is a 3.5 in 2026 the same as 2020?1:21:29 - When is the right time to buy a new paddle?

This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links to things mentioned:New website: https://pickleballstudio.com/Franklin Aurelius: https://bit.ly/4bVaTyoEnhanced DUO Hybrid: https://bit.ly/4ccCf1EThrive Ignite: https://bit.ly/41TEpi1Chapters:0:00 - Intro2:20 - Redesigned Pickleball Studio website10:43 - PPA Asia line calls24:46 - Augies signs with 11six2425:11 - Paddle terminology 25:39 - What is swing weight?33:05 - What is RPM? (Spin)37:07 - Paddle shapes explained43:05 - Understanding ball contact feel47:22 - Enhanced DUO hybrid shape shipping soon47:48 - Franklin Aurelius 12.7mm first impressions58:36 - Thrive Ignite First Impressions1:05:05 - How much does the ball you play with matter to you?1:11:55 - Guess the company marketing game

Links:Franklin Aurelius: https://franklinsports.sjv.io/KBBAQASpartus P1 Elongated: https://bit.ly/4tfVcHMJoola R4lly Shoes: https://bit.ly/3OhXyqNChapters:0:00 - Intro0:46 - New DUPR features6:16 - Chris is doing DUPR Reset8:14 - Anna Leigh Waters crazy win streak13:00 - Grit testing update with John Kew17:32 - New Joola shoes20:16 - Proton gets banned from the PPA Tour43:23 - The gen 3 vs gen 4 debate makes more sense now47:52 - Spartus P1 elongated is released49:41 - Franklin Aurelius (these are crazy light)55:38 - Our top recommendations list, power, all court and control56:31 - Control paddle list59:50 - All court paddle list1:03:08 Power paddle list

Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:16 - J2CR Gets UPA-A Approved3:05 - 11six24 Power Series Remains 5:21 - Chorus CODA Harmony Grit Announced6:30 - FLIK $50 Paddle Discounts7:57 - I intentionally broke someones paddle, AITA?12:22 - Forcing people to stack, AITA?15:16 - Unsolicited coaching, AITA?20:33 - AITA for purposely body bagging?28:54 - Targeting in rec play, AITA?33:18 - Calling the score for my opponents, AITA?35:01 - AITA for targeting the nervous player in a tournament?36:46 - AITA for making hand motions with the ball on my side?38:04 - AITA for calling out illegal serves?40:36 - AITA for ditching my friend group for a better one?43:34 - AITA for wanting warmup after being late44:32 - AITA for always being late to a session with only 4 people 46:00 - AITA for lobbing a lot in rec play48:12 - AITA for telling someone that their rating is wrong51:07 - AITA for telling someone how they should setup their paddle52:48 - AITA for not wanting to play against UPA-A paddles in tournaments55:04 - AITA for wearing wet shoes at an indoor facility 57:29 - Last story1:02:28 - Pro mixed strategy debate1:19:01 - AITA for saying people aren't a specific DUPR online?My communities:Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4aJoin the Discord! https://discord.gg/A5fTp7JFAy*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links to things mentioned:Vulcan Chapter 01: https://bit.ly/4bP1rMKJoola Pro V: https://bit.ly/3PdO6ESThrive Fury: https://bit.ly/3WyCbCjSLK ERA: https://bit.ly/3TR7Qx9Joola Pro IV: https://bit.ly/3F6DlPWRPM Friction Pro V2: https://bit.ly/4s32pdXProton Flamingo: https://bit.ly/4snu21GChapters:0:00 - Intro1:02 - Selkirk Legacy classic shoe update5:45 - Andre Deasecu joins CRBN7:26 - Weather issues at the PPA12:29 - The craziest scoreline in pickleball history14:35 - Vulcan Chapter 01 First Impressions28:56 - What paddle types are pros using in 2026?37:31 - Ranking the top gen 3 paddles58:58 - What is better for improvement? Drilling or playing rec games?1:06:35 - Questions & Answers1:06:48 - Should people wait for long lasting grit models?1:09:08 - Tips on tournament nerves. How to stay calm?1:15:33 - What grip do you hold?1:19:30 - Are lessons worth it for 4.5 plyaers?1:23:33 - best $100 power paddle on the market right now1:25:44 - Thoughts on concentrated MOI weight vs tape?1:28:13 - Is Zane the type of guy to put mayo on a hot dog

This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links to things mentioned:RPM Q2: https://bit.ly/40qsI1LSelkirk Legacy shoe: https://bit.ly/4lxOo5JFriday Aura Pro: https://bit.ly/4la0WyKEnhanced MPP Turbo: https://bit.ly/4rcFnQWChapters:0:00 - Intro0:39 - Question of the week1:03 - DUPR reset funny comments9:04 - Mens singles debate14:18 - Catherine leaves Selkirk17:55 - Selkirk Legacy shoe38:22 - 11six24 Power2 shape approvals40:35 - Friday Aura Pro54:04 - RPM Q21:09:09 - Enhanced MPP turbo1:14:45 - Are we starting to see too many indoor facilities?

Some links below may be affiliate links that help support the channel when you use them.DUPR Reset: https://bit.ly/3OYBrpfEnhanced EPP Turbo: https://bit.ly/4rcFnQWJoola Pro V: https://bit.ly/3PdO6ESVapor Power2: https://bit.ly/4kBmjKpSpartus P1: https://bit.ly/49YoS42Aireo Cyclone: https://bit.ly/4rSpZKCBabolat Jet Mach 4: https://bit.ly/4sghOrgLuzz Pro Blade: https://bit.ly/4bmw0ctCRBN Barrage: https://bit.ly/4rtjOvDChapters:0:00 - Intro0:43 - Question of the week1:20 - Chris Haworth's serve in Mesa5:39 - Ben and Anna Leigh's mixed final in Mesa8:30 - The new Babolat jet mach 415:24 - Loose edge guards on P1's & RPM update25:15 - Vapor Power2 HexGrit Update:28:58 - Nick Kyrgios paddle sighting31:34 - PPA junior and senior's are switching over to UPA-A approved paddles only45:35 - DUPR reset Reaction1:02:04 - Luzz Pro Blade1:07:32 - Enhanced EPP Turbo1:15:26 - Aireo cyclone1:21:07 - CRBN TruFoam Barrage1:36:15 - Joola ProV thoughts so far1:47:31 - Does height in pickleball really matter as much as people say for doubles?

Check out John Kew's channelChapters:0:00 - Intro2:07 - Honolulu's new grit (was this handled right?)12:30 - CRBN TruFoam Barrage reactions21:01 - Joola Pro V reactions42:58 - Are $200+ paddles worth it anymore?57:54 - John Kew's review process1:21:34 - RPM spin testing methods (human vs cannon)1:28:09 - Does dwell time actually give better spin or is it a myth?1:42:05 - Grit degradation breakdown 1:53:34 - Why did John get into testing eye wear?1:55:48 - Q&A for John2:02:45 - Does Pickleball ever burn you out?2:07:36 - Why did John shift to elongated from widebody or hybrid?2:09:16 - Which paddles do y'all disagree the most on?2:13:44 - With podcasts changing co-hosts over time, what makes Eddie such a good co host in your eyes?2:17:43 - Who has the biggest Melin collection?2:23:31 - Foam vs polymer2:30:06 - How much time are you dedicating towards getting better at pickleball?2:34:02 - Is there a skill level too high to be a paddle reviewer?

Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:55 - What is Typti?18:32 - JW playing with a Joola?22:55 - New electronic line system?30:16 - Selkirk Courtstrike 2.0 quick thoughts38:40 - Joola Pro V Kosmos45:08 - Callaway is getting into pickleball? 57:47 - Flik F31:03:22 - Holbrook Fuze1:13:24 - Facolos Elite X (Gabe Tardio's paddle)1:20:28 - Our top 5 favorite / interesting paddles1:38:10 - How would you turn someone down for a tournament?1:42:00 - Q&A1:42:09 - What are other light but good elongated paddles?1:44:40 - Just switched to a widebody, what do I need to know?1:45:52 - Advice to recover from a slump?1:48:21 - What paddle would you recommend for women who struggle to generate power?1:54:12 - How do you know how much weight is too much weight?

Link to the Podcast Clips channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PickleballStudioClips/videosChapters:0:00 - Intro6:50 - New PPA Challenger singles court15:40 - Slyce Slyders update16:56 - PSA Check if your paddle is broken!25:02 - Pro paddle shakeup28:43 - 30+ paddles received in January30:44 - Upcoming launches Feb - March51:11 - Thoughts on some paddles we've been hitting51:22 - PaddleTek Honeyfoam58:11 - Honolulu J6CR1:03:29 - Thoughts on the Vapor Power21:08:14 - Pickle Poppers (extremely light and fast paddle)1:13:09 - Long term grit testing updates1:29:37 - Improving your sleep for better performance1:38:28 - Aizec shoulder pain update

Check out Zane's channel: https://bit.ly/46xraGuChapters:0:00 - Intro3:41 - What has Zane been up to?4:11 - Will the Chinese brands change the paddle market?19:57 - Why don't the brands reviewers love get UPA-A certified?35:14 - Are pros wanting less power in their paddles now?41:45 - Is mens singles really boring now?48:27 - What paddle shape does Zane think is the best?1:00:50 - Zane's thoughts on foam paddles1:07:30 - Incentives as an influencer and trying to create a healthy culture around it1:19:47 - Zane gave Aizec some lessons1:24:12 - Chris and Zane talk about creating content and their approaches1:46:02 - How Zane feels about not going as deep in tournaments now1:50:51 - Zane asks why Chris doesn't review paddles faster1:58:03 - QnA for Zane1:58:22 - Can you make Chris a 5.0?2:03:42 - Who has the correct take? Chris with a widebody or Aizec with elongated2:04:03 - How come Zane never answers questions on IG?2:06:20 - Who would win in a singles match?2:07:11 - How many paddles does Chris own?2:09:14 - Who would win in an arm wrestle?2:10:59 - What's Zane's diet?2:17:40 - Why hasn't PPA censored Zane?2:21:34 - Who is your favorite Olson brother?2:22:18 - How did Chris and Zane become friends?2:23:37 - How many likes to make Zane play a tourney with Chris?2:24:24 - Which content creator would Zane partner with?2:25:09 - Why won't anyone buy the Chefs?

Links:Reddit thread about the paddle market: https://bit.ly/3YTUfHWVolair Shift: https://bit.ly/4ak3YhWEnhanced Duo widebody: https://bit.ly/4aBpC1dChapters:0:00 - Intro2:06 - Reddit thread that I wrote about paddles3:58 - DUPR end of year recap story13:20 - JW using a widebody in Daytona18:18 - ALW leaving PaddleTek 31:34 - 11six24 signs Dekel37:22 - Parris Todd fined $50,00039:46 - Volair shift1:06:06 - Enhanced Duo widebody1:09:37 - Paddle awards discussion1:15:06 - Aizec's paddle awards list1:20:58 - Reacting to last years predictions for Pickleball1:22:03 - Will we see more foam core paddles in 2025?1:23:06 - Will edgeless paddles get better in 2025?1:23:55 - Will we see more fully molded handles in 2025?1:25:03 - Will paddle core durability get better in 2025?1:26:21 - Will Chris main an elongated paddle in 2025?1:27:35 - Will a new face texture take over?1:29:24 - WIll paddles get slower in 2025?1:31:05 - Will paddle testing be solved in 2025?1:33:23 - Who will Bens partner be in 2025?1:34:49 - Will Chris become a 5.0?1:41:38 - Predictions for next year 1:55:37 - Goals for the new year

Links mentioned:Melin hat discount link: https://alnk.to/ge9bgEQSix Zero Coral: https://bit.ly/48SVTPR Volair Shift: https://bit.ly/4ak3YhW Tesla Plaid Paddle: https://bit.ly/48Wl9n8Ryan Fu / Samin tweet: https://bit.ly/4aMOrHu Pickleball.com article: https://bit.ly/4qe0odLChapters:0:00 - Intro3:05 - Question of the week3:43 - Melin discount code (only for 24 hours)6:43 - UPA-A player contracts terminated20:58 - Tesla Plaid / Selkirk paddle36:35 - Upcoming Volair Shift50:01 - Spartus P1 is approved1:02:49 - SixZero Coral1:11:42 - Have the categories for control, all court, and power shifted?1:30:21 - Q&A: How will the cold impact foam paddles?1:33:30 - More hot takes. Using weight to tune a paddle is overrated for most players1:35:45 - Foam isn't more durable than PP paddles, people are just eating up marketing hype1:39:28 - There will only be 3 mainstream brands in 4 years. Joola, Selkirk, and Vatic Pro1:41:35 - All tournaments should have a minimum combined team DUPR rating1:42:59 - Being able to “hang” in rec games with someone doesn't mean your DUPR should be the same

Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:10 - We have a guest this week0:18 - Aizec's wisdom teeth and why Chris is a bad brother3:53 - Reacting to your comments about no hat8:00 - USA Pickleball and APP Tour switch to DUPR10:13 - Reacting to hot takes13:32 - Mia's hot take27:03 - Chris' hot take(s)37:30 - Instagrams hot takes37:48 - The elderly deserve to be lobbed40:19 - Public courts should switch to rally scoring when they are busy41:08 - Lifetime balls shouldn't cost that much. You're just paying for a name42:35 - Stop apologizing for net cords, body bags, and drop shots48:10 - Beginners should start with power paddles53:25 - Everyone thinks they are better than they really are56:29 - People who target in rec play drink hot dog water59:16 - All age groups should be eliminated and only skill divisions1:05:06 - 4.5+ DUPR rated women think they are better than they really are1:08:52 - If you don't get burned up your line, you aren't applying enough pressure1:10:15 - The Kitchen1:10:25 - Breaking down our mixed partnership strength and weaknesses1:22:21 - Mia wants Chris to play more court, why?1:28:42 - Our most frustrating tournament loss and why?1:34:06 - How we handle tournament losses and learn from them1:41:10 - What makes a good effective team?1:48:56 - Miscellaneous thoughts about team dynamics

Links:Weighted tape guide: https://youtu.be/tRG-VCk1Da0?si=nJuleSZOm_LYax8sChapters:0:00 - Intro3:57 - Question of the week5:14 - A couple of funny stories14:01 - Proton Peacock update23:35 - Spartus P1 coming soon?27:28 - Got 2 more Luzz inferno's27:50 - Chris's hot take31:29 - Paddle awards season34:47 - advice for increasing DUPR but not deal with all the fees44:08 - Which is better for performance, polymer or foam?51:13 - If you were 3.5 again, would you pay For lessons? What would your budget be?55:14 - What is the best weight setup for the BnB loco elongated?57:49 - Have you tried the new PIKKL skins?1:00:55 - How much do you pay for indoor play in MN?1:04:19 - Our take on choking up on the paddle1:12:53 - Are you taking January off like last year?1:14:41 - Thoughts on Honolulu J6CR1:15:12 - Thoughts on Charm V vs Coral? both seem all court appealing1:16:42 - Has anyone tried to bribe you for a good review?1:18:00 - How did you choose Mia as your mixed partner?1:21:20 - What are the best angles to film play from?1:22:42 - If someone is coming from a Pro IV what's the first foam paddle to try?1:25:25 - Do all foam paddles get slightly softer when they break in? Any long term changes noticed in foam

Links:FORWRD Ranger: https://bit.ly/47Mz7JhNeonic Sidekick: https://bit.ly/3TTDXwhRPM Pickleball: https://bit.ly/4pCU3s9Proton Peacock: https://bit.ly/4pvGGtFChapters:0:00 - Intro2:29 - Gearbox Power series dual certification4:46 - Neonic Sidekick bag vs FWRD Ranger12:52 - CRBN Waves update16:31 - RPM Pickleball35:00 - Proton Peacock59:12 - Monthly Paddle Roundup (What are we recommending?)

Link: Black Friday deals page: https://bit.ly/4o3M1HyChapters:0:00 - Intro6:10 - SixZero Black Opal thoughts after play testing23:04 - SixZero Coral36:28 - Random paddle updates38:28 - Slyce slyder update39:20 - B&B Loco update43:14 - Black Friday deals44:06 - 11six24 BF deals46:06 - Vatic Pro BF deals46:54 - Bread & Butter BF deals48:30 - CRBN BF deals49:42 - Thrive BF deals50:05 - Franklin BF deals51:03 - Ronbus BF deals52:04 - Chorus BF deals53:21 - Luzz BF deals54:44 - Enhanced DUO BF deal56:56 - FORWRD BF deals57:58 - Babolat BF deals1:00:56 - Udrippin and Bodhi grips BF deals1:02:35 - Improvement is a slow burn that you don't often see

Links: 11six24 sale: https://bit.ly/3WUX3UjFranklin Tour Bag: https://bit.ly/4hXR4b9Slyce Slyders: https://bit.ly/3K0u2UkPickleball Apes Charm series: https://bit.ly/3LFGJV1Six Zero Black Opal: https://bit.ly/44agRaaChapters:0:00 - Intro0:29 - Is DUPR trying to charge for searching friends and opponents?7:38 - 11six24 Black Friday Deal9:27 - New Neonic bag31:10 - New Franklin tour bag37:10 - Slyce Slyders (reusable weight system)48:56 - Pickleball Apes Charm series1:08:45 - Six Zero Black Opal1:21:57 - PPA worlds1:29:39 - Chasing 5.0 Worlds (SPOILERS!)2:01:17 - Random stories about pro matches

Links to items mentioned:F&B Runout: https://bit.ly/4hCKtTcJ6NF & FC+: https://bit.ly/436344cThrive Fury: https://bit.ly/3WyCbCjChapters:0:00 - Intro0:43 - F&B Runout19:28 - J6FC+ & J6NF28:31 - Thrive Fury34:10 - Quick rant on grit39:20 - Luzz Inferno updates47:14 - Upcoming Enhanced Duo51:10 - CRBN Waves delamination?52:59 - Should there be a 5.5 division?56:49 - Chasing 5.0 series1:01:15 - How the last few tournaments have gone1:06:45 - Noticing improvments1:08:38 - Things I learned from this last tournament1:17:01 - Aizec's Vegas experience

Links:Six Zero Ruby Pro: https://bit.ly/4ngwcwCJoola 3S Dual: https://bit.ly/42SexUJFriday Fever 102: https://bit.ly/3IUuuTPAdidas Adipower: https://bit.ly/42NTenjChapters:0:00 - Intro1:30 - Question: What paddle are you using and why?3:32 - Update on the Luzz Inferno7:43 - New Adidas Adipower19:22 - Joola 3S dual certified21:08 - Six Zero Ruby Pro33:34 - Friday fever 10242:12 - Chasing 5.0 PPA mens day (SPOILERS!)52:22 - Mixed day1:17:42 - Funny stories from Virginia

Luzz Cannon: https://bit.ly/46T5Z0VLuzz Inferno: https://bit.ly/3KJYD8FLuzz Tornanzo: https://bit.ly/4o6NgGiAce Spade: https://bit.ly/3KJYLVHChapters:0:00 - Intro2:12 - DUPR reliability rating14:03 - Luzz cannon20:42 - Luzz inferno27:05 - Luzz tornazo30:44 - Information on Luzz as a brand36:16 - Ace pickleball budget gen 3 paddle40:17 - What are our top paddles right now58:10 - things I've learned from tournaments recently

Links to things mentioned:Bread & Butter Loco: https://bit.ly/487FkQlPB Vision: https://bit.ly/487Fwix (Code PBSTUDIO will give you 15 extra credits)Element 6 Zephyr: https://bit.ly/46LgEe6Diadem BluCore Edge 18k: https://bit.ly/4nASri4Adidas Adipower: https://bit.ly/3VDjuNjRPM Pickleball: https://bit.ly/4gRvKU6Chapters:0:00 - Intro3:39 - PB Vision deep dive (An Ai tool to analyze games)19:40 - RPM Company (James Ignatowich's paddle)28:05 - Diadem BluCore Edge 18k38:10 - Adidas launches a new paddle43:03 - Element 6 Zephyr48:43 - Bread and Butter production Loco thoughts1:00:05 - Learning to be a better partner1:08:20 - Questions & answers1:08:26 - How did you improve your footwork?1:13:23 - How to stop being stuck at a low DUPR?1:16:42 - What makes a paddle have a higher skill ceiling?1:21:42 - Why is playing down a level sometimes harder?1:26:38 - Any tips on keeping Pickleball fun?

Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:51 - Where to setup your camera when filming8:34 - How does weight effect different paddle constructions13:28 - Selkirk shoe update16:12 - CRBN Waves thoughts with Aizec36:56 - New SixZero Black Opal42:37 - PIKKL pro skins48:39 - Black Opal core57:30 - Why don't control paddles get recommended more?1:06:47 - Pickleball mindset book1:16:51 - Paddle guessing game1:22:16 - Pickleball homework

Links:Phone tripod: https://amzn.to/4goJd5vPB Vision: https://bit.ly/4fZNOtFSelkirk Court Strike: https://bit.ly/46rFlMJChapters:0:00 - Intro1:22 - Question of the week6:19 - PPA pro's having to use different paddles this week (SPOILERS)12:58 - Selkirk Courtstrike shoes20:55 - Honolulu pickleball graphics update24:00 - Vatic Pro V-sol VS the Quanta38:55 - Have you ever used a Whoop or an Oura ring?40:07 - Health updates44:50 - Pickleball recovery tips55:29 - The importance of good sleep58:16 - Why filming yourself is so beneficial

Links:UPA-A approved paddle list (only matters for pros & qualifiers): https://bit.ly/3V7DyHmYou can use code PBSTUDIO on the paddles we mentioned to save some money:Sypik Avatar: https://bit.ly/41KecTxRonbus Quanta: https://bit.ly/4peYOZiChapters:0:00 - Intro1:06 - What are your top 3 brands in pickleball?1:41 - UPA-A approved paddles as of Sept 8th 202510:19 - UPA-A denies Boomstik with MOI clamps23:48 - UPA-A VS USAP grit levels31:25 - CRBN Waves quick impressions37:01 - Weight setup experiment on the Ronbus Quanta45:44 - Sypik Avatar initial impressions54:51 - A great way to filter potential tournament partners (and avoid headache)1:17:18 - Questions and answers1:17-36 - What will be the hardest skill for you to improve for Chasing 5.0?1:24:37 - How do you keep wanting to grow in Pickleball?1:27:37 - Is PaddleTek still worth it for durability when foam exists?1:30:04 - Will there be more lesson content for chasing 5.0?1:30:15 - How to deal with the metal side of having off days and regression1:31:44 - What paddle shape is best for a beginner?1:33:01 - What paddle will I use for Chasing 5.0?

Sypik Triton Pro 3: https://bit.ly/462MrqwChapters:0:00 - Intro0:48 - Chasing 5.0 is coming back7:48 - PPA amateur formats13:52 - Update on my neck injury (I'm good!)17:30 - Boomstik edge guard update23:03 - Selkirk warranty discussion29:57 - Updated opinion on the Lifetime ball41:07 - New Gherkin paddle49:46 - Sypik Triton pro 3 first impressions1:00:13 - What things should you prioritize when buying a paddle for performance?

Items mentioned:FORWRD Ranger: https://bit.ly/47Mz7JhChapters:0:00 - Intro0:38 - How long do you use the same paddle for?5:19 - I competed at a Rubik's cube competition again12:33 - FOWRD Ranger Bag Thoughts28:13 - Breaking in 100 Lifetime balls?30:46 - The MLP Finals were crazy35:28 - ProXR Jolt44:25 - Engage new paddle updates46:36 - Gen 3 vs full foam paddles50:10 - The Ronbus Quanta was very surprising1:17:49 - Why people shouldn't feel FOMO for new paddles

Links to things mentioned:Melin discount code: PBSTU20Purchase here: https://bit.ly/3Jn57cY Speak Pickleball article: https://bit.ly/3Hspvcb Pick up a Sypik paddle: https://bit.ly/4fIuUZkMemes of Pickleball: https://bit.ly/4mjEtjDChapters:0:00 - Intro0:50 - Holy lizard2:15 - the Melin code is back for 24 hours6:37 - SpeakPickleball story about Chris7:30 - Sypik paddles are on the way10:13 - Engage annonces full foam core paddles18:35 - Boomstik updates after a tournament29:38 - The new Bread & Butter Loco is really good37:55 - MLP playoffs story “SPOILERS”41:46 - What are our top paddles we would choose?1:02:34 - A smarter way to drill in Pickleball1:06:52 - Chris' gold medal recap in mixed doubles1:14:34 - Chris' mens day recap1:17:41 - Craziest gold medal match story (Triple cramps??)1:30:59 - Pick your paddle pro shop (a game)

Links to things mentioned:Mid-Century Pickleball: https://bit.ly/4mDClDhPickleball journal app: https://bit.ly/4mEzGJy Speak Pickleball stories: https://bit.ly/4mIq8xe Selkirk Labs Boomstik: https://bit.ly/4fCq8N2 Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:51 - Pickleball journal app6:37 - Speak Pickleball articles7:52 - Is Aizec going to use the Boomstik?23:33 - Cleaning the Boomstik surface27:23 - Adidas & Jaume30:19 - The Pickleball Studio review process32:13 - When reviewing a paddle, pick 2 out of 3 quadrants36:21 - How do we choose which paddles to cover?39:48 - First impressions format (and why we haven't done more of them)43:48 Full reviews and why they take a long time57:52 - The process of producing the content (Shooting, scripting, editing)1:12:17 - Other tasks in the business that eat time1:16:27 - Q&A: What's up with Sypik paddles?1:17:35 - Q&A: J2NF or Gearbox GX2 power?1:20:52 - Q&A: How do you know if a paddle is wrong for you?1:23:58 - Q&A: What are our mains?1:24:39 - Q&A: Can using a difficult paddle make you better?1:27:41 - Q&A: Shouldn't the J2NF be more powerful with the PBCoR result?1:30:22 - Q&A: What is Aizec's favorite ghost flavor?1:31:35 - Q&A: Has paddle technology peaked?1:34:09 - Q&A: Why would anyone buy a gen 3 now?

Products mentioned:Life Time ball: https://bit.ly/46I6r3YThrive Project Fury: https://bit.ly/41qeLBJGearbox GX2 Power Hybrid: https://bit.ly/3UnjIHzJoola Pro IV: https://bit.ly/3F6DlPWChapters:0:00 - Intro0:58 - What PPA stops have you enjoyed?3:16 - The new official ball of the PPA, Life Time28:18 - Thrive Project Fury first impressions42:17 - Gearbox GX2 Power & Joola Pro IV updated comparison55:24 - New shapes for the NF series J3 NF, J7NF, & J2 NF long handle1:01:47 - What's with the hype behind foam?1:14:00 - The Kitchen: Blind ranking paddles game

Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:14 - Ghost story3:31 - Ronbus Refoam (not in-depth)4:44 - Pickleball Apes Harmony12:23 - Element 6 SURTR19:41 - What makes a paddle worth buying in 2025?47:54 - Minor league pickleball event55:19 - Aizec's PPA challenger experience1:07:22 - What tournament formats do you prefer?

Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:00 - Paddle companies pretending to be normal people in comments5:06 - Quang Duong's contract gets terminated 11:10 - Automated line calls coming to the pro tour in 202614:15 - Foam paddles in the heat?22:56 - The DUPR changes that has everyone fuming1:10:18 - Should you have multiple ratings for mixed/age?1:17:54 - Chris plays a 5.0+ moneyball 

Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4aYou can use code PBSTUDIO to save on any of the paddles mentioned in this podcast. Using our code helps support the channel by giving us a commission when you use it.Paddles discussed that are available:Honolulu NF: https://bit.ly/4jMsJURGRUVN LAZR16-HD: https://bit.ly/46wtpL411six24 Alpha Pro Power: https://bit.ly/40GpozZChapters:0:00 - Intro0:47 - Question for the viewers2:08 - GRUVN LAZR-16HD PBCoR update3:47 - Paddle warranty updates4:36 - Vatic Pro V-core design clarification5:10 - CRBN 4 hybrid shape8:14 - Ronbus Ripple R510:04 - Enhanced gen 4.517:32 - Our ranking of foam paddles50:55 - 11six24 Alpha Pro Power thoughts1:02:23 - Take care of your body

Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:26 - Court update with the neighbor4:52 - Holbrook Amra updated core8:50 - Foam core paddle galore9:15 - Honolulu NF series12:47 - Body helix TerraCore XC15:26 - GRUVN LAZR-16HD Solid Foam20:02 - Enhanced Pickleball foam paddle20:22 - Element 6 SUTR24:33 - PaddleTek GTO-C review tomorrow29:10 - Is Chris switching his main?31:58 - Vatic pro V-Core Power - $99 full foam paddle??44:54 - Gearbox GX2 power. Did they finally strike gold?1:05:22 - Creative way to drill with a Dink Master1:13:59 - Tournament stories from the weekend1:18:58 - An inside bet with our friend group

Links:USA Pickleball announcement: https://bit.ly/4k0853FChapters:0:00 - Intro0:42 - The home court is finished!3:11 - Black Ace is getting relisted7:29 - What's going on with Adidas and Fed?10:47 - New paddles coming this summer12:46 - Six Zero China trip17:23 - Factory tour22:15 - Carbon fiber factory30:59 - Six Zero R&D42:54 - Random stories from the trip to China1:01:14 - Update on core crushed Holbrook Arma T

Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:20 - China update2:58 - QD gets fined and suspended7:40 - Onix is releasing new paddles10:30 - Upcoming paddle release dates11:00 - Nerdy tourney recap 34:21 - Q&A34:34 - Does the number of layers of raw carbon fiber affect durability or playability?36:27 - Should USAP/UPA ban paddle modifications that are not grip related?38:19 - ADV VS court Caddy bag update42:59 - Should DUPR be used to gate open play groups?49:23 - Do you think full foam cores are better than polymer so far?53:19 - How does the Metalbone compete with the Ripple? Are they not more or less the same?55:46 - How to handle toxic Pickleball groups?57:48 - Have we hit the peak of paddle development?

Chapters:0:00 - Intro2:50 - Friday Fever price increase4:50 - Ronbus Ripple vs Joola Pro IV30:29 - My journey with back pain

Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:00 - Question: Are you happy with the current paddle warranty system?4:03 - Atlanta PPA updates (SPOILERS)12:46 - Home court is almost done!13:57 - New GRUVN foam core paddles (pending approval)17:56 - New Honolulu foam paddles (pending approval)22:19 - Our thoughts after testing the Ripple v235:58 - The state of Pickleball paddles in 202536:06 - Power39:42 - Spin44:37 - Durability54:48 - Price59:50 - Control paddles1:03:32 - Miscellaneous things

You can pick up a Melin for the next 24 hours for 20% off with code PBST20 or use this link: https://alnk.to/aWFbEuGChapters:0:00 - Intro0:42 - Melin discount code is back for 24 hours1:38 - How many gen 2/gen 3 paddles have you broken?4:15 - Nasty nelson on match point in a tournament7:23 - Trip to Selkirk headquarters15:24 - Friday Fever17:16 - SLK ERA18:55 - 11six24 Alpha Pro Power20:56 - Joola Pro IV Scorpeus23:50 - Ronbus Ripple V2 is back?!34:55 - Holbrook Arma T is feeling promising40:13 - Volair V.1F series…what are these?43:12 - Qna: How is the Pro IV and 11six24 power durability?46:54 - Are there any paddles that tempt you away from the CRBN?47:39 - Thoughts on different face layups?

Links: USAP counter lawsuit against Joola: https://bit.ly/4m1qjE8Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:45 - USAP counter lawsuit on Joola2:51 - Quang signs with Sypik5:24 - Dylan Frazier signs with Volair7:12 - The new PPA ball14:19 - Funny story about John Kew17:51 - B&B nerdy tourney20:03 - Heading to the Selkirk HQ21:14 - Selkirk new Maxima shape22:52 - Selkirk Era Power in pros hands23:56 - PaddleTek's new hybrid shape25:46 - Wilson Vesper Initial Impressions36:45 - New Holbrook Arma (power paddle) initial thoughts45:25 - Is the US Open the best tournament?1:09:53 - Should you buy a paddle to fix your weakness or add to your strength?

For more detailed information, check out this Facebook group: https://bit.ly/4jUGwsZChapters:0:00 - Intro3:38 - What are some green and red flags in a contractor?9:12 - Grading your yard13:40 - What direction to build the court?15:45 - How much should your court slope?19:30 - Make sure you build the right court dimensions22:12 - Be careful what surface is around your court25:25 - Getting permits26:43 - Be careful about setback distances28:43 - Know your impervious surface limits31:27 - HOA vs no HOA35:20 - Adding a vapor barrier under the concrete37:40 - Who drills the holes for in ground nets?40:35 - What type of concrete job should you do? (IMPORTANT)41:00 - Asphalt Pickleball courts 44:01 - Concrete + Rebar Pickleball courts49:51 - Post tension concrete Pickleball courts (gold standard)53:46 - How to deal with saw cuts55:40 - Painting the court58:08 - What type of broom finish should your concrete have?1:00:30 - The 2 main paint companies1:02:16 - Random things you should know

ADV bag: https://bit.ly/42lMw8fHead Motion Pro BOA: https://bit.ly/42UJg3UChapters:0:00 - Intro0:41 - New ADV Pickleball bag quick thoughts6:36 - Head Motion Pro BOA update10:46 - Adidas Ubersonics shoe12:55 - Joola Pro IV new shapes19:55 - New Honolulu paddle20:43 - Vatic Pro Saga 14mm update23:52 - ProXR has new of their paddles26:00 - New SLK paddle?26:49 - New CRBN paddle?27:43 - Our first impressions of the Adidas Metalbone EVA50:22 - Trying continental grip wasn't too bad53:12 - Q&A1:00:07 - Quick thoughts on tariffs and the paddle market1:08:19 - UPA-A certification and duel certification

Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:44 - Adidas event1:49 - Host vs cohost podcast battle10:14 - Open devision money ball16:11 - The creator cup23:00 - FluidPB tournament software26:09 - Diadem fixes the BlueCore edge guard28:03 - Selkirk 10mm 00831:25 - Vatic Pro 14mm Saga39:55 - Anna Leigh and Catherine split up46:37 - Q&A

Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:40 - Home court update4:21 - B&B Filth line update with 3 shapes6:11 - Gearbox GX211:53 - Engage Pursuit Innovation22:07 - Diadem BluCore46:06 - Are certain paddles better for specific levels of play?58:34 - Tournaments indoor vs outdoor1:01:35 - Aizec's shoulder routine for physical therapy

Chapters:0:00 - Intro00:40 - Chris played in a MLP style tournament7:08 - Adidas launch event14:32 - Aizec's main paddles22:35 - Chris' main paddles44:40 - Main backup pass (paddle game)

Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:16 - Babolat Jet Mach 3 code1:50 - BOA Head Motion Pro 6:04 - PPA challenger events13:46 - new weight setup for the Franklin C4518:48 - Is everyones perception of power skewed right now?27:59 - Q&A28:16 - Why does Aizec call you Christopher?30:34 - Why are companies making paddles light?34:44 - How do you know whether to modify a paddle or change paddles?39:46 - The difference between lead densities?43:05 - Favorite part about your job?45:26 - Do you guys like Flick Weights?53:54 - What is the best format for local tournaments? 1:00:46 - Have we reached peak paddle performance?

Chapters0:00 - Intro0:38 - Babolat Jet Mach 3 8:46 - Warm up routine15:12 - Home court update16:59 - FWRD bag 9 month update24:09 - Sparkling LMNT26:07 - Paddle talk26:13 - Thrive Smoke33:42 - Babolat Strikr+37:10 -  Gearbox GX247:30 - Luzz Pro2 Archer53:14 - Franklin C451:03:56 - Experimenting with lead at the head of the paddle1:06:01 - Hand speed  drills1:13:23 - More forehand topspin