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Quest for Finding the Perfect Pickleball Paddle: My Personal Paddle Journey

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In this video I share my personal journey and process of finding the perfect pickleball paddle. It's an ongoing never ending journey.
If you're a pickleball enthusiast like me, you know how important it is to have the right equipment that enhances your performance on the court. I'll take you along as I navigate the vast selection of pickleball paddles and share my personal experiences and insights. Let me know in the comments if you liked this video and if you would like ongoing updates as I continue to experiment with more and more paddles.
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@wyattsearles5648 7 дней назад

I love your unboxing videos man! I hope to see more in the future!!

@conniebauer4128 11 месяцев назад

Thanks for mentioning the A11N C8. I saw it on Amazon recently and was intrigued so i ordered one for myself. I'm glad to hear that someone who is knowledgeable about paddles likes it.

@therealmoonrok3387 6 месяцев назад

I just bought that paddle

@limulus61 Год назад

Legacy pro here. I have one of the paddles from the batch that was released in April. The newer ones have a completely different looking carbon fiber face than mine. I also have a Gruvn 16e and a brand new Electrum model E as back ups.

@danpiedra3910 Год назад

Currently paying with a Legacy Pro and love it. Previsor played with CRBN 1 (16 mm) and (13 mm). Both are great.

@TonyFaustino Год назад

Enjoyed The Evolving Pickleball History of Pickleball Will 🏓, Part 1! My weapon of choice is still Joola Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16 mm. Lead tape on 4 corners weights it up to 8.6-8.7 ounces 👊

@themaddscot Год назад

Great overview and "history" of your paddles. Currently favoring the SixZero DBD but not sure I'll get used to the hybrid shape and the Ronbus Pulsar line is very tempting, but want to give the SixZero a go for a bit.

@amit212543 Год назад

I switched to DBD from Hyperion 14mm and I’m loving it. Better sweet spot, absorbs a little better, almost as much pop. 5.3 inches is good enough for the two handed. I got worried when I took it out of the box and put two hands on it though. Hyperion smoothed out a little as well.

@alexanderhale4393 Год назад

WILL YOU KILLIN IT MY MAN! CERTIFIED CLASSIC! KEEP THAT GRIND GOING MY MAN!

@TennisObsessed 3 месяца назад

So cool to hear about your paddle journey.

@brianbanks3044 Год назад

i used the pursuit, the crbn1x and the 6.0 DBD in the past 4 months and i like the DBD because it seems to have the best weight for my backhand shots...it has a little bit lighter feel without sacrificing power but on forehands, they all feel identical.....great story Will

@stephenchavkin8082 Год назад

Thanks Will. This is the first time I've watched your personal podcast. I've gotten hooked on the Legacy Pro and just added the Legacy Pro S. The have tons of power and spin plus they feel so solid and reliable. My journey since 2018 with paddles is somewhat like yours. Still have wooden, fiberglass, and aluminum paddles around the house. Sometimes I'll drill with the aluminum paddle because it weights a ton so it's feels good to get some "weight-training" in. I appreciate what you and Chris bring to the pickleball community. Keep up the good work. BTW, my Legacies arrived after Dickert said the "delam" issues has been solved so fingers crossed.

@TickleMyPickleball Год назад

Definitely feel you on preferring the elongated over hybrid shapes. People keep saying the difference in length is minimal and I hate to say it but those millimeters do make a difference 😞. R3 Pulsar is currently my favorite thermoformed paddle but recently I switched to the Vatic Prism V7; found it to have similar power but the Prism has a nicer feel and control to it. Just can't generate as much spin as the Pulsar

@braddaddis371 Год назад

Great to hear the prism and Pulsar have a similar feel. I’ve been curious about both. I hear you regarding the mm’s making a difference. I went from the V7 to the Flash 14mm. Such a small difference in length, but makes a surprising difference. Love the maneuverability of the flash though. And, love your discount code lol. If you had to say which has more power… the Flash 14mm vs the Prism V7, which would you say wins? I’m sure the flash has more pop, but the Prism has more swing weight so any info is helpful. Appreciate it.

@TickleMyPickleball Год назад

@@braddaddis371 V7 Prism has more power. I should have a review out early next week but I really don't think that paddle is lacking in power for a Gen 1 RCF. Also both the Prisms are noticeably less stiff than the Pulsars. Really like the feel of the Prisms though the Flash Prism is on the softer end for power.

@braddaddis371 Год назад

@@TickleMyPickleball thanks so much for that info. Ok now ya got me super tempted to pull the trigger on the V7 Prism. If it doesn’t have the head weight of a Hyperion and still has that swing weight, it sounds so nice and balanced. Thanks again

@TickleMyPickleball Год назад

@@braddaddis371 yup np! Definitely recommend you trying out the V7 Prism, I personally like it better than the Hyperion

@PickleballWill Год назад

What up Yangis, I agree with you on that. Had a very short time with prism and it’s probably one of the best feeling paddles off the face out there. Probably in the same tier with R3 Pulsar, 003, Scorpeus 16

@mweshler Год назад

I just got the Black Diamond and played a few matches - really like the way it feels and hits for power, but still has good touch around the net.

@eddieyangoren8677 Год назад

14 or 16mm

@mweshler Год назад

@@eddieyangoren8677 16mm

@nricciardi Год назад

Great video. I guess The Filth is a better prospect here as they allow you to test and return if you don't like it. Ronbus does not have a return policy.

@yojironin Год назад

For me it's been Gamma Riley Newman 206 (still unsnapped) -> ProDrive Drive -> Vatic V7 -> Vatic Flash 16/SixZero DBD. I'm actually the opposite of you (and a lot of others in the comments) in that I've actually come to prefer the hybrid over elongated. The extra maneuverability that the lower swing weights provide w/the hybrid really does it for me. Going back to an elongated like the V7 or Drive really messes w/my serve and hand speed. Plus I've been dealing w/tennis elbow too recently and I'm able to play longer w/the hybrids.

@PickleballWill Год назад

Love it bro, hope that tennis elbow subsides. It's absolutely no fun

@wildeagle5791 Год назад

I was using The Best Paddle and I just switched to the CrBn 3x. The first moment I demoed the the 3x, it felt the first time I borrowed a Selkirk Invitka Amp, I knew instantly this paddle was for me.

@trosencrantz Год назад

What do you like about the 3x compared to the 1x?

@wildeagle5791 Год назад

@@trosencrantz Shorter handle. Because I don't have a two handed back hand and the way I hold my paddle, I like handles that are 5" or less.

@alanpranke3299 Год назад

Somewhat similar journey: my Engage Encore is one generation older than yours, still my go to for speed. Used gear box CX11E for last year before buying 4 thrermforms. I bought a range of spec paddles based on PB Studio stat sheet Filth, CRBN 2X, Vatic flash, Electrum Elite. The SWING weight does have a huge impact on performance - and SHOCKINGLY paddle shape!!! Lowest to highest shape for swing wieght is standard/hybrid/extended. Although the Filth does not have a swing wt number from Chris, I wanted an extended style for comparison - and it is slower to move than the CRBN 2X. Still, the control was awesome the first time I used it. Keep up the good work!

@buildingpickleball Год назад

Cool to see the progression! That crunch, though 👀

@PickleballWill Год назад

Like Saturday morning cartoons with a bowl of Captain Crunch haha

@bippie999 Год назад

Great review as usual, after you reviewed the new Rombus I bought the Pulsar R1 but haven’t used it yet. currently testing their EV1.16 for a fun paddle to freak out my friends. Used to like the Warrior but it doesn’t have enough control or spin. still using my older Engage Pursuit and my CRBN 2 16. Keep up the good work.

@ADJoshua1 Год назад

Sounds like a paddle reviewer’s addiction: very fickle with their paddle choices lol 😅 … Good video 👍🙏

@dustinmedley1919 Год назад

Great review of your paddle history! I’ve been playing a few months and already have 4 paddles, so heading down the same path 😂 Huge fan of the Ronbus lineup. Currently gaming the R1.16, but looking to try out a Plusar soon. Was considering DBD as well so need to try and test them out. Love all the videos!

@aaronckim Год назад

this was a fat plot twist for me. I have the ronbus r3, and was looking to switch. but you pulled it out at the end

@PickleballWill Год назад

hahaha that R3 Pulsar is a good one

@bentwookie348 Год назад

Ha, my first paddle was an a11n. It was a great budget starter paddle.

@PickleballWill Год назад

I think i could go to a tournament with confidence playing it

@lydam6863 Год назад

Love this video. Like you, I preferred elongated shape. Since I heard so much about how much you love the R3 Pulsar, I decided to get one on launch day and it is my favorite paddle right now. I will get the Perseus 14 and 16 next week, so let see if one of the Perseus can replace R3 Pulsar as my go to paddle.

@PickleballWill Год назад

Right on!

@MetalEsquire Год назад

Great vid. I think PB is one of the few sports where the equipment has such a significant impact on the player. Its very hard to dial into the best paddle simply because you can't walk into a store to test these, so these reviews are the lifeblood of rec players. I started with the Vulcan Skullcandy bc of the cool design and how balanced it was. This was the only new paddle I ever bought, the rest I get used which saves about $40 a paddle. I also got the Head Extreme Tour Lite which is ridic light and barely any power but i get amazing hand speed & I can swing hard without the ball going out. I upgraded to the Electrum pro which I liked alot for the spin but it had a bit too much power for doubles. I wanted something softer (and elongated) so I got the Electrum E and, as Will recommended I got the Solaire & I really enjoy its power. I switch between E and Solaire but now i want to upgrade to something with more power than the E but in an elongated/hybrid shape with a bit more control than the Solaire. I'm between the DBD, the Rombus pulsar and the Filth (though curious about who manufactures B&B's carbon fiber.)

@loftkey 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the video! And the discount codes!!

@MrFreshnica Год назад

Thanks for sharing Will! Great Video

@AtypicalPaul Год назад

I'd rather pay more to begin with and get a great paddel over buying multiples as powering up so to speak. You spend less in the long run that way. Very thorough review. Ty

@gaiusgracchus7475 11 месяцев назад

Very informative! Thanks!

@gilbd Год назад

PS - nice cameo on the bnbpickleball channel. The BnB video of trip to Dallas is really well produced.

@PickleballWill Год назад

That was a fun time, BnB peeps along with @buildingpickleball, @jeffleepickleball, @pickleballstudio know how to have a good time!

@groot3371 Год назад

I enjoyed hearing about your paddle journey. I am currently playing with the Slice paddle from Kiwi Labs Pickleball. I would like to hear your review of this paddle.

@pharm30 Год назад

I had a hard time deciding to order slice or the filth. Wife getting me slice for Father’s Day 🤷🏼‍♂️

@PickleballWill Год назад

Hopefully some sort of review coming out soon for it. Slice i think is very solid paddle

@bevorules77 Год назад

I began playing in July 2022. Currently trying to improve my control and drop shots. My journey: SLK Neo -> Head Gravity -> XSpak Carbon Tournament -> Vatic Pro V7 -> back to the XSpak, but with 6g lead tape on the throat.

@TheKentist Год назад

What inspired a return to the XSPak after the Vatic Pro?

@stevenorlikowski598 Год назад

@@TheKentist The Vatic Pro V7 had a little too much power for my tastes, and I had some trouble controlling it. I have since switched to a Ronbus R1 Pulsar, which I love. Its power is a comfortable medium between the soft XSPak and the powerful V7. Also, I love the Ronbus' low swing weight, which helps with control, and makes it faster to maneuver at the kitchen line.

@btreese7 Год назад

CRBN 2x for me. But I also love my wife’s Filth. That paddle is awesome.

@danfaraday4275 6 месяцев назад

If only someone in Tulsa had that many paddles to try

@vito3845 Год назад

Interesting how certain paddles cause inflammation cause I had to stop using my r3.16 and go back to my crbn1, even my cheapo nuipipo doesn't give me tennis elbow like the ronbus does. I used to play 5.0 men's, 9.0 mixed and then 5.5 open but nvr ever had issues with tennis elbow, so After watching your vid I'm gonna go with a BnB now, this was awesome content thx

@kimleith1378 Год назад

Good overview of your paddle history. When your elbow acted/acts up, what "swing weight" do you find the best for NOT aggravating it? I use a "BANDIT" arm band and have used it since I started playing.

@PickleballWill Год назад

Honestly, around 120ish. But right now its just improving my technique that helps the most with it

@philmeyer2367 Год назад

Using the Project 003. On my 2nd one since my wife stole my original. My coach just started selling the Rhombus so might demo one from him.

@aaronfreeman7840 Год назад

Could you give a review of Onix’s new Malice, Mayhem and Premire Pro paddles? I can’t find any meaningful info or opinions apart from Onix themselves. The fact that they have come out with 3 seemingly top tier paddles recently, it would be nice to see what they are actually all about and what your thoughts and recommendations are about them. How do they compare to the competition.

@swishes41 Год назад

Great video! Really enjoyed the breakdown of the journey. As for me, I'm currently using the Vatic V7. Been debating purchasing the flash prism or the r1pulsar/r3 pulsar as a softer alternative

@PickleballWill Год назад

Glad you enjoyed. Can't go wrong with any of the ones you listed. Prism tho is 👌

@scotttesar7156 Год назад

Agree... Just bought Vatic Pro Prism. Flash and really liking the smooth power and insane spin... Also still enjoying a few Gruvn's -13V, 16E, 16X

@pickleballinwithdave Год назад

Astria Pickeball paddles are AWESOME!!!

@chlee715 Год назад

I remember getting spanked by the Engage Encore MX 6.0 back in the day. 😅

@PickleballWill Год назад

HAHAHAHAHA, miss you bro

@RCodyWanner Год назад

thumbnail is incredible haha!! i see a kiwi labs slice in there!!

@RCodyWanner Год назад

such a rad journey through all the paddles -- i gotta try them all

@PickleballWill Год назад

Thanks man! I appreciate that coming from another RU-vidr. The Slice is a solid one, i been enjoying that one

@easton12A Год назад

Hi Will, great review! Has Ronbus changed the shape of its handle on the new Pulsars? I have a Ronbus R3.16 and while I like the paddle, I find the squarish shape of the handle chunky and not so comfortable. I also find it hard to switch from forehand to backhand grip (I have a one handed backhand)

@PickleballWill Год назад

I've only had experience with the R3P and that handle is a good handle. Much improved from the R1.16 i got way back

@easton12A Год назад

@@PickleballWill Thanks for the feedback Will! Handle shape was the only thing holding me back from upgrading to an R3 Pulsar…

@trosencrantz Год назад

Have you sampled the Pro Drive Carbon yet? I've tried several of these you mentioned and have been a CRBN player for a long time but was shocked at how well the Pro Drive Carbon felt all around, immediately! It's a bit heavier at around 8.6 but I typically weight my paddles to 8.6-8.7 anyway, so felt right at home with-out any weight added.

@PickleballWill Год назад

Pro Drive Carbon is super solid and probably one of the best power paddles out right now

@tristenluna6024 Год назад

great vid! you should make a vid on “when you should replace your paddle?” cause i use my brothers paddle and he used it a lot and idk wether it needs to be replaced or not? due to him using it a lot.

@linnygibson2243 Год назад

Legacy pro all the way!! Haven’t had any issues .

@stephenchavkin8082 Год назад

Me too. No issues and loving the Pro and Pro S.

@eddieyangoren8677 Год назад

I went from labs 003 to DBD 14mm, now looking to purchase BD 16mm. Please can anyone explain why the sixzero is sold out. The reason I went to sz is the great and trust advise from Chris from PBSTUDIO. Big fan keep up the great work and hope to see some videos from last tournament with Chris.

@evk3593 Год назад

SixZero is sold out because they are that good! It has the best/2nd best of everything from power, control, spin, shape, durability, price and value. Nothing beats them from a total package standpoint. Vatic is close but the extra $20-$30 for a SixZero is worth it because like Will said it is that much more solid.

@quidproquo9000 Год назад

i liked the Vatic V7 more than the Flash... i still go back to it.

@jkeiffer Год назад

Would love to hear more about your tennis elbow issues! Mine's been hurting for 3+ months! My paddle journey since I started 9 months ago: got terrible Amazon paddles to start, got an Engage Pursuit EX, got a Legacy Pro, waiting to get a Ronbus R1Pulsar...

@PickleballWill Год назад

Yea it took me about 2.5 months to fully heal. I would ice until it felt numb then did some elbow stretching exercises with this twisting rubber rod thing. Wait for 3-4 hours and repeat for like 3-4 weeks straight. Not a fun time, couldn't even twist my door knob

@iKumala Год назад

Ouch. My tennis elbow is just starting up after trying a new paddle.

@jkeiffer Год назад

@@iKumala Bummer. Try and figure out how the new paddle differs from your previous one in weight and swing weight. See if the swing weight is greater and if this might be the problem.

@iKumala Год назад

@@jkeiffer the swing weight is pretty high on it -124. But no added weights. Will just have to experiment with how I'm using it or go back to the lighter swing weight.

@jeffleepickleball Год назад

Dope video 🙌🙌 that Kanga paddle has the wii mote strap so you dont yeet it off the court 😂

@PickleballWill Год назад

Big yeets

@bradleyjohnson6030 Год назад

This man is still yapping 😂

@braddaddis371 Год назад

Will, what would you say the reason is as to why you choose the Pulsar over the Filth If you don’t mind me asking? I’m looking at both and any extra info on the differences would be helpful. Or, if any one has an opinion on the difference between the two… it’s much appreciated.

@PickleballWill Год назад

im flip flopping between the 2 right now. Pulsar has a more muted feel and just feels like it has just a bit more plow through. As of late though I like the feedback i'm getting from the Filth when striking the ball

@nadzoll Год назад

Thank you for the Rombus recommendation. Have you tried the R1 Pulsar? I would love your opinion on that one as well. Subscribed!

@thonguyennn Год назад

R3 Pulsar 🔥

@CohenAcademy Год назад

We have the same favorite paddle! All thanks to Chris for the recommendation. Ive tinkered with the weight alot and like it the best at 8.475 with all the weight in the throat. Any advantage to the yellow supergrap over other colors? Ive always gone white bc it looks clean.

@PickleballWill Год назад

No advantage to the colors. I just like yellow haha

@user-xd9ow9ii8i Год назад

You also previously played with the warrior edge

@camerondell2012 Год назад

What edge guard tape are you using? I dig the look of the one you’re using.

@Peaceseeker917 Год назад

Great video and learned alot from your expertise. What do you think about paddle with many holes on the surface? I wonder if they make an impact.

@PickleballWill Год назад

Those holes for the time being just make the paddle more flexy if they are at the throat. Give it a different feel and I actually think it decreases the sweetspot. Right now the affects of the holes in paddles as they are now currently is pretty negligible in my opinion

@DavidWarrenthe Год назад

Will - have you tried the Pickleball Apes Pro Line Energy? I’m hearing good things. I’ve been using a Volair in recent months, Electrum Model E before that, looking to upgrade to newer technology

@PickleballWill Год назад

Yes I have it and i've tried it. It's a pretty sweet paddle and I think it has exceptional feel and touch. The shape might not be for everybody but I would put that paddle in my personal top 5 favorites right now.

@seanp777 Год назад

Right now I’m between Ronbus Pulsar or B&B Filth.

@Thereisnospoon88 Год назад

Me too. And of course the new Ben Johns paddle

@CohenAcademy Год назад

R3P rules

@nicholasradcliffe8908 Год назад

Trust me get a b and b filth you won’t regret it

@iKumala Год назад

Just received the Pulsar R3. Gonna try it out tonight!!

@harrisjones4640 Год назад

@@iKumala did you have to waitlist?

@jessie4269 Год назад

I really enjoyed this. I too suffer from elbow issues and am currently playing with the Players Pickleball carbon hybrid paddle. I like its maneuverability, but still deal with periodic elbow discomfort. Have you tried any of their paddles? I'd be very interested in your take on this paddle. I really like the elongated version, but it took away from my hand speed at the NVZ.

@PickleballWill Год назад

Can’t say that I have but I hope your elbow feels better!

@kevinstevens637 Год назад

Great video. I’m currently using the icon version 1, but considering the Vatic flash 16 or Vatic Prism 16. Which one would you choose?

@scotttesar7156 Год назад

Prism is sweet feeling, controlled power, insane spin... Big fan of the Prism Flash, but imagine the V7 is similar...

@PickleballWill Год назад

That Vatic Prism over the Flash. That thing is sweet

@kevinstevens637 Год назад

@@PickleballWill Damn I just ordered the flash, now I’m questioning it.

@PickleballWill Год назад

There both good, you really can’t go wrong

@Matt_Jones675 Год назад

Great Video! Also, I saw a picture of you playing at Springs Pickleball with a buddy of mine. How long are you in the Springs?

@PickleballWill Год назад

Leaving Monday

@EK-gf7yu Год назад

Great Review

@lukegomez75 Год назад

What overgrips do you use?

@PickleballWill Год назад

Yonex Supergrap for tacky feel. Wilson Advantage Grip for humid and sweaty environments

@prestonshort1637 Год назад

Hey Pickleball Will - Where do you get the colorful tape that wraps your paddle?

@PickleballWill Год назад

Link in the description Colored Tape I use for edgeguards amzn.to/3TDvo7O

@gg80108 Год назад

I missed the extra points in a game for graphics! There are none?

@backbonz Год назад

Will, not sure if the R3 Pulsar is still your ‘go to’ , but I’m curious if you think you’ve lost any spin after some time. I feel like mine has after 3 months. Not unexpected but curious about your own experience. Might just be me, but I rely on top spin quite a bit, and not feeling I’m getting what I had initially. Thanks

@PickleballWill Год назад

It’s still in my bag and still in my top 5. Not my go to anymore since I’m trying to move towards less head heavy paddles. And yes I’ve lost Spin potential with it after about 3 months of heavy use. Pretty park for the course for most paddles as they tend to lose the spin from when they were fresh out of the box

@golfer1659 Год назад

I Love Lamp…..

@gilbd Год назад

Currently using the Legacy Pro. Works well for me.

@JoshuaKeel Год назад

I received my Six Zero DBD (16mm) a week or so ago after waiting about six weeks for it. I really dig it. I'm coming from a GRUVN RAW-16H, so I do miss the GRUVN's handle length a bit, but I'm adjusting pretty well so far. In general I'm a huge fan of Six Zero and really want to see what they come out with in the future. An elongated paddle from Six Zero with a longer handle may be just the thing I would want. Until then, I love the pop and feel of the DBD. It has really enhanced my game, and there's really no going back to the GRUVN.

@phyllisrosen7637 Год назад

Jealous! I’ve got one on order.. not going to get it until end of July!😢

@JoshuaKeel Год назад

@@phyllisrosen7637 Believe me, I was counting down the days and the hours, Phyllis. It hurts to be patient, but it's worth it! :)

@ssjdoob Год назад

I’m just got mine today and I ordered it mid April! I can’t wait to try it out.

@AtypicalPaul Год назад

Has anyone used the Adidas 2023 Adipower Carbon Team Multicolor Pickleball Paddle (PB2AA0)

@tristenluna6024 Год назад

where did you buy that yellow over grip and yellow electric tape from?? on ur paddle

@PickleballWill Год назад

amzn.to/3KORql6 amzn.to/3PcbY9L

@briangibbs8754 Год назад

Will, I am about to order a DBD 16mm. Have you had any issues with durability? What would be a reasonable amount of playing time to get out of this paddle?

@PickleballWill Год назад

I haven't had any issues with the recent batches and I would say you can expect 6-8 months of play with them before you can really really notice a slight performance fall off but that is also dependent on how often and how hard you play

@dbada9985 Год назад

what would you compare the a11n to? I've played with Halo, Volair, Vatic V7 & Prism Flash... just want to know if it would be different from the ones I already have. Also, the Ronbus Pulsar... what's it compared to?

@PickleballWill Год назад

a11n kinda feels like a Vanguard 2.0 that is a bit stiffer. Probably closest to the Prism flash but with a bit less spin and a bit more plushness

@mkppj100 Год назад

Hey Will! I noticed a KiwiLabs endcap in your thumbnail. It's my current paddle (after Legacy Pro delamination). What are your thoughts on it?

@PickleballWill Год назад

A budget Scorpeus 16 with a little less spin potential for short swings/flicks. Maybe a tad more power than the Scorpeus but it’s a good paddle

@mkppj100 Год назад

@@PickleballWill Interesting! I haven't tried any Joola paddles so that's good to know.

@thomasneumann1629 Год назад

The r3 uses similar weave to legacy, how is the spin on your ball after you have used the paddle a lot?

@PickleballWill Год назад

It dies eventually like all of them. it takes me about 3 months before I notice the spin come down. It's still a lot of rpm though even after heavy use but totally still playable, you just wont get the same when compared to when it's brand new

@user-pr4lt5gi2t 11 месяцев назад

Do you have multiples of the same paddle in case something happens during play like tennis players do with rackets?

@PickleballWill 11 месяцев назад

For the paddles I actually play with yea

@JohnClem56 Год назад

Great stuff! Any thoughts on Ronbus Pulsar R1 vs Six-Zero DBD for someone that primarily plays a spin/touch/control game but looking for more put-away power. Either of these would be my first thermoformed paddle. So far I haven't gone to a two-handed backhand so longer handle length isn't a consideration. Thanks.

@JoshuaKeel Год назад

I haven't played the Ronbus, but I recently received my 16mm DBD, and I really like it. I definitely think it has improved my attacks and put away power (I'm coming from the GRUVN RAW-16H).

@PickleballWill Год назад

I don't think you can go wrong with either but the R1 Pulsar plays a tad bit softer

@JohnClem56 Год назад

@@PickleballWill Great, thanks! That would likely tip the scale a bit in favor of the R1 Pulsar since that probably makes it a little better for my playstyle. Appreciate the reply and insight.

@JohnClem56 Год назад

@@JoshuaKeel Appreciate the info!

@nadzoll Год назад

@@PickleballWill Why in your opinion does the R1 play softer?

@artificialirrelevance Год назад

Keep it simple. Paddletek Bantam EX-L Pro.

@stephenchavkin8082 Год назад

Will, any suggestions how to remove lead tape from a power air s2?

@PickleballWill Год назад

You should just be able to pry it off

@EK-gf7yu Год назад

Will where did you get the colorful edge guards on your paddles love the colors or is it electrical tape. Hope you answer my question

@PickleballWill Год назад

its in the description in of the video: Colored Tape I use for edgeguards amzn.to/3TDvo7O

@EK-gf7yu Год назад

@@PickleballWill Thank you

@mike_ikes3427 Год назад

I might have missed something but how do you feel about the Anna Bright Scorpeus? It's such a new release and I haven't seen people talk about how it compares to other paddles.

@PickleballWill Год назад

I gave some thoughts on it in @thepickleballstudio channel first look but in short I really like it. It’s probably in my top 5 paddles right now

@mike_ikes3427 Год назад

@@PickleballWillYeah I totally saw your thoughts on it there. How do you think it compares specifically to the Legacy Pro and the 6.0 Double Black Diamond. I'm trying to decide between the 3.

@PickleballWill Год назад

Doesn’t hit nearly as hard as those other 2 but it is the fastest of the 3 and probably tied with the DBD in terms of versatility. I prefer the feel of the scorp over the DBD though and I personally find the wider shape easier to do rolls

@shiiiny.9463 Год назад

looking to buy a new paddle and want to go with the legacy pro. i want control playing a soft game while having lots of power for drives and put away. any other recommendations?

@PickleballWill Год назад

Vatic V7 Prism, Ronbus Pulsar, Kiwi Slice, Scorpeus 16mm are probably the best ones for a soft game but have putaway power

@joshuapickett1234 Год назад

Have you played with the kiwi labs paddle? How is the spin and the feel?

@PickleballWill Год назад

Good paddle, great control. Almost like a budget scorpeus 16mm but maybe not as much spin at the kitchen line. Handle also feels a bit blocky for my likeing

@joshuapickett1234 Год назад

@@PickleballWill thanks for responding. How would you compare Zane’s signature to the Perseus 14mm? Both have low swing weights and elongated with ping handle which is attractive to me.

@PickleballWill Год назад

Perseus 14 is pretty much better in every aspect imho

@joshuapickett1234 Год назад

Did you ever give the Gruvn Raw-16RX a try? Seems like it would be right up your alley?

@PickleballWill Год назад

Yea I have the big spoon and I like it a lot haha

@connorrojek5593 Год назад

I’ve been debating between getting the legacy pro and vatic pro v7 for a while now. I’ve always loved traditional shapes and I’m off put by peoples opinions of the legacy being arguably too powerful…however I’m really interested with this new legacy pro s with its traditional shape. Should it solve the high power and low control issues some people complain about with the regular legacy pro?

@PickleballWill Год назад

Vatic Prism series would be one I would consider

@stephenchavkin8082 Год назад

I've added the Pro S to my Legacy collection. I didn't expect that I would like it as much as the Pro expecting that it I would lose some power. But my serves, put-aways, ground strokes are still powerful with a bunch of top and side spin. Now I just have to sell my Power Air S2 to justify buying the Pro S. 😁

@robedwards6926 Год назад

Do you have a review of Gruvn's new Muvn paddle?

@PickleballWill Год назад

I don't yet but I like it

@robedwards6926 Год назад

@@PickleballWill I have one. Lots of power.

@roguegaston Год назад

Electrum Model E Elite for me

@donnielawson Год назад

Bread & Butter Filth is awesome. I agree that it's very similar to the CRBN1X, but it doesn't feel quite as stiff. Both are great, but I like the feel of the Filth a bit more. Has a lively feel. Just a nice sensation compared to the Vatic Flash paddles which I don't like.

@calebheimburger1063 Год назад

What is the tape he puts around the edge of his paddle. I assume it’s just to protect the edges, but does anyone know where he gets the colors and everything from?

@PickleballWill Год назад

Peep the description of the vid. Colored Tape I use for edgeguards amzn.to/3TDvo7O

@calebheimburger1063 Год назад

@@PickleballWill sick, thanks man! Love the video!

@linussage60 Год назад

Honestly, I'm beginning to wonder if the paddle really matters that much. Didn't Sobek win an APP title with an Adidas paddle? One that most "experts" say is junk?

@PickleballWill Год назад

It’s probably less than most people think but when pros are competing at the elite level, they are trying to look for any edge over their competitors. The Adidas paddle isn’t “that” bad but for the price they were charging when it launched, it was complete junk

@Frank-ep7nb Год назад

No comment on Joola Perseus? How was the event with Chris

@emaese Год назад

Made in China is a turnoff

@PickleballWill Год назад

Yea this was recorded before Perseus and im not playing with the perseus

@ThiccBoi23 Год назад

how did you get to a 4.5 level so fast? tennis background?

@lealyk5815 Год назад

Yes he mentioned in the video

@PickleballWill Год назад

Pretty heavy tennis background, grew up playing table tennis. Also just took lessons for PB and I went out of my way to find people who taught PB that didn't have a tennis background or if they are playing pro

@NJCheenz2388 Год назад

How do you feel about the CRBN 3x??

@PickleballWill Год назад

Haven’t played with it but heard from a few friends that it plays softer than the 1x

@NJCheenz2388 Год назад

@@PickleballWill awesome thanks for the reply! Love your content bro!

@ADJoshua1 Год назад

Time to review (and switch 😉?) to the Perseus?

@PickleballWill Год назад

Yea thats somewhere in the works, don't think i'll be switching but in an alternate universe I could see it happening

@ADJoshua1 Год назад

@@PickleballWill 👍 🙏

@benjobuenavista3550 Год назад

Crbn 1x 🙏🏼

@delmarkid02 Год назад

R3 pulsar

@expressmobile9505 Год назад

Will have you added lead tape yet to your R3P?

@PickleballWill Год назад

nah no lead tape on the r3p

@Its.picklebwa Год назад

What overgrip are all of your paddles?

@PickleballWill Год назад

Yonex SuperGrap 95% off the time

@danmartin3714 Год назад

I've been playing for 3 months and I have already brought 3 paddles. What do you think is the very best paddle for spin?

@PickleballWill Год назад

go to the pickleball studio website and check out his stat sheet thepickleballstudio.notion.site/5bdf3ee752c940eba864a81bc3281164?v=a5170d43e5ab4573b18f48c363cce7ec anything around or above 1800 is top tier