Chris Olson & Will Chaing

The Pickleball

Studio Podcast

The Pickleball Studio podcast is hosted by Chris Olson and co-host Will Chaing where they deliver the latest news on all things related to Pickleball in a fun easy to digest conversational manner.

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Are $200+ Paddles Worth it Anymore? Joola Pro V, CRBN Barrage Reactions & More

Pickleball Studio February 25, 2026 2:46 pm

ProXR Protohype, New Gearbox Pro Power, J4K, & USAP Delisting Paddles

Pickleball Studio January 1, 2025 5:30 pm

What Paddles Are We Recommending & Thoughts on RPM & Proton Peacock

Pickleball Studio November 26, 2025 2:15 pm

Things mentioned this pod: 
Slyce speedcap: https://bit.ly/45OhAgY 
Thrive trainer paddle: https://bit.ly/3zpGSGh
Wooden paddle: https://bit.ly/3VQmvJE
Owl ball announcement: https://bit.ly/3W8s47P

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:58 - I lost a bet
2:39 - a gift from Will
4:53 - lefty games
7:00 - Got to meet the owner of 11six24
13:34 - Gherkin paddles
15:00 - Revolin revo pro
15:43 - The BigWood
19:00 - New GRUVN paddles
19:43 - Gen 1.5 paddles
22:44 - Maverix paddles 
27:21 - Johns bros still hate the Vulcan ball
29:24 - New Franklin ball
32:28 - The new OWL ball
35:07 - Is the Slyce speed cap good?
41:03 - Debunking myths in Pickleball with slow motion
42:41 - Different balls compressing on overhead
43:56 - Different paddles compressing

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join our Facebook group! https://bit.ly/3rYOZpw
Join the Discord! https://bit.ly/3Vt5bIB

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

Things mentioned this pod:
Slyce speedcap: https://bit.ly/45OhAgY
Thrive trainer paddle: https://bit.ly/3zpGSGh
Wooden paddle: https://bit.ly/3VQmvJE
Owl ball announcement: https://bit.ly/3W8s47P

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:58 - I lost a bet
2:39 - a gift from Will
4:53 - lefty games
7:00 - Got to meet the owner of 11six24
13:34 - Gherkin paddles
15:00 - Revolin revo pro
15:43 - The BigWood
19:00 - New GRUVN paddles
19:43 - Gen 1.5 paddles
22:44 - Maverix paddles
27:21 - Johns bros still hate the Vulcan ball
29:24 - New Franklin ball
32:28 - The new OWL ball
35:07 - Is the Slyce speed cap good?
41:03 - Debunking myths in Pickleball with slow motion
42:41 - Different balls compressing on overhead
43:56 - Different paddles compressing

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join our Facebook group! https://bit.ly/3rYOZpw
Join the Discord! https://bit.ly/3Vt5bIB

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

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These Paddles in Slow Motion are INSANE & Slyce Speed Cap Thoughts

Pickleball Studio July 1, 2024 8:53 pm

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Links mentioned:
Melin hat discount link: https://alnk.to/ge9bgEQ
Six Zero Coral: https://bit.ly/48SVTPR 
Volair Shift: https://bit.ly/4ak3YhW 
Tesla Plaid Paddle: https://bit.ly/48Wl9n8
Ryan Fu / Samin tweet: https://bit.ly/4aMOrHu 
Pickleball.com article: https://bit.ly/4qe0odL

Chapters
0:00 - Intro
3:04 - Question of the week
3:44 - Melin discount code (only for 24 hours)
6:44 - UPA-A player contracts terminated
20:57 - Tesla Plaid / Selkirk paddle
36:34 - Upcoming Volair Shift
50:00 - Spartus P1 is approved
1:02:48 - SixZero Coral
1:11:41 - Have the categories for control, all court, and power shifted?
1:30:30 - Q&A: How will the cold impact foam paddles?
1:33:29 - More hot takes. Using weight to tune a paddle is overrated for most players
1:35:44 - Foam isn’t more durable than PP paddles, people are just eating up marketing hype
1:39:27 - There will only be 3 mainstream brands in 4 years. Joola, Selkirk, and Vatic Pro
1:41:25 - All tournaments should have a minimum combined team DUPR rating
1:42:58 - Being able to β€œhang” in rec games with someone doesn’t mean your DUPR should be the same

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join the Discord!   / discord  

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles

Links mentioned:
Melin hat discount link: https://alnk.to/ge9bgEQ
Six Zero Coral: https://bit.ly/48SVTPR
Volair Shift: https://bit.ly/4ak3YhW
Tesla Plaid Paddle: https://bit.ly/48Wl9n8
Ryan Fu / Samin tweet: https://bit.ly/4aMOrHu
Pickleball.com article: https://bit.ly/4qe0odL

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
3:05 - Question of the week
3:43 - Melin discount code (only for 24 hours)
6:43 - UPA-A player contracts terminated
20:58 - Tesla Plaid / Selkirk paddle
36:35 - Upcoming Volair Shift
50:01 - Spartus P1 is approved
1:02:49 - SixZero Coral
1:11:42 - 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 players
1:35:45 - Foam isn’t more durable than PP paddles, people are just eating up marketing hype
1:39:28 - There will only be 3 mainstream brands in 4 years. Joola, Selkirk, and Vatic Pro
1:41:35 - All tournaments should have a minimum combined team DUPR rating
1:42:59 - Being able to β€œhang” in rec games with someone doesn’t mean your DUPR should be the same

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join the Discord! / discord

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5

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Six Zero Coral, Spartus P1, Tesla Plaid & Have Paddle Categories Shifted?

Pickleball Studio December 16, 2025 12:44 am

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Links mentioned:
ADV Pickleball bag: https://www.advtennis.pro/pages/adv-pickleball-pro
KTCHN Pickleball bag: https://ktchnpickleball.com/

ADV Pickleball bag: 
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
4:15 - Chris’s trip to Hawaii
5:41 - Mens doubles day
10:36 - Singles day
18:14 - Will’s trip to Taiwan
28:18 - Updates on new paddles
28:30 - 11six24 Hurache-X
33:17 - Volair Forza mach 2
36:16 - Christian Alshon Signature Paddle
38:20 - Rokne Aeroblade
41:21 - New Gamma paddles
48:50 - A new paddle company CoreTek
55:55 - PKOLL
1:02:01 - Thrive
1:09:06 - Pickleball bags
1:09:27 - ADV bag
1:11:07 - KTCHN bag
1:12:33 - Six Zero Bag
1:17:48 - PPA recap
1:21:14 - the Vulcan ball sucks
1:26:22 - New serving rules
1:29:35 - the Kawamoto sisters choke
1:30:41 - Ben John’s mini doc
1:35:31 - Oklahoma pickleball league
1:43:13 - 2024 goals

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join our Facebook group! https://bit.ly/3rYOZpw
Join the Discord! https://bit.ly/3Vt5bIB

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

Links mentioned:
ADV Pickleball bag: https://www.advtennis.pro/pages/adv-pickleball-pro
KTCHN Pickleball bag: https://ktchnpickleball.com/

ADV Pickleball bag:
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
4:15 - Chris’s trip to Hawaii
5:41 - Mens doubles day
10:36 - Singles day
18:14 - Will’s trip to Taiwan
28:18 - Updates on new paddles
28:30 - 11six24 Hurache-X
33:17 - Volair Forza mach 2
36:16 - Christian Alshon Signature Paddle
38:20 - Rokne Aeroblade
41:21 - New Gamma paddles
48:50 - A new paddle company CoreTek
55:55 - PKOLL
1:02:01 - Thrive
1:09:06 - Pickleball bags
1:09:27 - ADV bag
1:11:07 - KTCHN bag
1:12:33 - Six Zero Bag
1:17:48 - PPA recap
1:21:14 - the Vulcan ball sucks
1:26:22 - New serving rules
1:29:35 - the Kawamoto sisters choke
1:30:41 - Ben John’s mini doc
1:35:31 - Oklahoma pickleball league
1:43:13 - 2024 goals

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join our Facebook group! https://bit.ly/3rYOZpw
Join the Discord! https://bit.ly/3Vt5bIB

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

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We are back! Chris 4.5 Double Gold, the Vulcan Ball Sucks, and New Paddles for 2024

Pickleball Studio February 6, 2024 1:27 am

The Best Spots for Weighted Tape & 11six24 All Court vs Chorus Supercourt

Pickleball Studio February 18, 2025 12:31 am

Checkout Zane's channel: @ZaneNavratilPickleball 

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
3:41 - 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 paddles
1:07:30 - Incentives as an influencer and trying to create a healthy culture around it
1:19:47 - Zane gave Aizec some lessons
1:24:12 - Chris and Zane talk about creating content and their approaches
1:46:02 - How Zane feels about not going as deep in tournaments now
1:50:51 - Zane asks why Chris doesn’t review paddles faster
1:58:03 - QnA for Zane
1:58:22 - Can you make Chris a 5.0?
2:03:42 - Who has the correct take? Chris with a widebody or Aizec with elongated
2:04:03 - 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?

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/A5fTp7JFAy

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
3:41 - 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 paddles
1:07:30 - Incentives as an influencer and trying to create a healthy culture around it
1:19:47 - Zane gave Aizec some lessons
1:24:12 - Chris and Zane talk about creating content and their approaches
1:46:02 - How Zane feels about not going as deep in tournaments now
1:50:51 - Zane asks why Chris doesn’t review paddles faster
1:58:03 - QnA for Zane
1:58:22 - Can you make Chris a 5.0?
2:03:42 - Who has the correct take? Chris with a widebody or Aizec with elongated
2:04:03 - 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?

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/A5fTp7JFAy

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5

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Debating Pickleball Paddles & More with Pro Player Zane Navratil

Pickleball Studio February 4, 2026 2:46 pm

The State of Pickleball Paddles in 2023

Pickleball Studio June 26, 2023 2:00 pm

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Links:
Reddit thread about the paddle market: https://bit.ly/3YTUfHW
Volair Shift: https://bit.ly/4ak3YhW
Enhanced Duo widebody: https://bit.ly/4aBpC1d

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
2:06 - Reddit thread that I wrote about paddles
3:58 - DUPR end of year recap story
13:20 - JW using a widebody in Daytona
18:18 - ALW leaving PaddleTek 
31:34 - 11six24 signs Dekel
37:22 - Parris Todd fined $50,000
39:46 - Volair shift
1:06:06 - Enhanced Duo widebody
1:09:37 - Paddle awards discussion
1:15:06 - Aizec’s paddle awards list
1:20:58 - Reacting to last years predictions for Pickleball
1:22:03 - 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
2:02:58 - Questions & Answers
2:05:31 - Thoughts on the J6CR?
2:08:38 - Does the paddle market feel saturated?
2:09:23 - How has your experience in the film industry shaped your channel?
2:11:35 - If you could fight one pro pickleball player, who would it be and why?
2:13:51 - Can you do a video on how to decide what weight setup is best?
2:15:42 - What was your favorite Pickleball match this year for yourself?

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/A5fTp7JFAy

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles

Links:
Reddit thread about the paddle market: https://bit.ly/3YTUfHW
Volair Shift: https://bit.ly/4ak3YhW
Enhanced Duo widebody: https://bit.ly/4aBpC1d

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
2:06 - Reddit thread that I wrote about paddles
3:58 - DUPR end of year recap story
13:20 - JW using a widebody in Daytona
18:18 - ALW leaving PaddleTek
31:34 - 11six24 signs Dekel
37:22 - Parris Todd fined $50,000
39:46 - Volair shift
1:06:06 - Enhanced Duo widebody
1:09:37 - Paddle awards discussion
1:15:06 - Aizec’s paddle awards list
1:20:58 - Reacting to last years predictions for Pickleball
1:22:03 - 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
2:02:58 - Questions & Answers
2:05:31 - Thoughts on the J6CR?
2:08:38 - Does the paddle market feel saturated?
2:09:23 - How has your experience in the film industry shaped your channel?
2:11:35 - If you could fight one pro pickleball player, who would it be and why?
2:13:51 - Can you do a video on how to decide what weight setup is best?
2:15:42 - What was your favorite Pickleball match this year for yourself?

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/A5fTp7JFAy

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5

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Volair Shift First Impressions & Reacting to Our 2025 Paddle Predictions

Pickleball Studio January 1, 2026 9:17 pm

The Ronbus Ripple v2 Gets Full USAP Approval & More Upcoming Paddles

Pickleball Studio May 12, 2025 5:15 pm

Callaway Gets Into Pickleball?! & Our Current Top 5 Favorite Paddles

Pickleball Studio February 18, 2026 3:01 pm

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Links to things mentioned:
Vulcan Chapter 01: https://bit.ly/4bP1rMK
Joola Pro V: https://bit.ly/3PdO6ES
Thrive Fury: https://bit.ly/3WyCbCj
SLK ERA: https://bit.ly/3TR7Qx9
Joola Pro IV: https://bit.ly/3F6DlPW
RPM Friction Pro V2: https://bit.ly/4s32pdX
Proton Flamingo: https://bit.ly/4snu21G

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:02 - Selkirk Legacy classic shoe update
5:45 - Andre Deasecu joins CRBN
7:26 - Weather issues at the PPA
12:29 - The craziest scoreline in pickleball history
14:35 - Vulcan Chapter 01 First Impressions
28:56 - What paddle types are pros using in 2026?
37:31 - Ranking the top gen 3 paddles
58:58 - What is better for improvement? Drilling or playing rec games?
1:06:35 - Questions & Answers
1:06:48 - 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 now
1:25:44 - Thoughts on concentrated MOI weight vs tape?
1:28:13 - Is Zane the type of guy to put mayo on a hot dog

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/A5fTp7JFAy

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles

This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.

Links to things mentioned:
Vulcan Chapter 01: https://bit.ly/4bP1rMK
Joola Pro V: https://bit.ly/3PdO6ES
Thrive Fury: https://bit.ly/3WyCbCj
SLK ERA: https://bit.ly/3TR7Qx9
Joola Pro IV: https://bit.ly/3F6DlPW
RPM Friction Pro V2: https://bit.ly/4s32pdX
Proton Flamingo: https://bit.ly/4snu21G

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:02 - Selkirk Legacy classic shoe update
5:45 - Andre Deasecu joins CRBN
7:26 - Weather issues at the PPA
12:29 - The craziest scoreline in pickleball history
14:35 - Vulcan Chapter 01 First Impressions
28:56 - What paddle types are pros using in 2026?
37:31 - Ranking the top gen 3 paddles
58:58 - What is better for improvement? Drilling or playing rec games?
1:06:48 - 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 now
1:25:44 - Thoughts on concentrated MOI weight vs tape?
1:28:13 - Is Zane the type of guy to put mayo on a hot dog

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/A5fTp7JFAy

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5

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Ranking the Top Gen 3 Paddles & First Impressions of Vulcan Chapter 01

Pickleball Studio March 18, 2026 1:50 pm

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Time stamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Viewer comment
3:59 - PPA Austin recap
13:44 - Thermoformed paddle drama
16:00 - CRBN paddles are NOT banned
16:40 - PPA pro player email 
21:48 - CRBN Official Statement
33:49 - The potential solution is glue
37:44 - Just because a paddle is powerful does not mean it fails a deflection test
46:48 - No paddles are being banned right now
48:12 - How to look for delamination 
51:38 - The Ben Johns tweets
58:17 - Why CRBN?
1:02:49 - I will be holding my reviews for the time being

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Time stamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Viewer comment
3:59 - PPA Austin recap
13:44 - Thermoformed paddle drama
16:00 - CRBN paddles are NOT banned
16:40 - PPA pro player email
21:48 - CRBN Official Statement
33:49 - The potential solution is glue
37:44 - Just because a paddle is powerful does not mean it fails a deflection test
46:48 - No paddles are being banned right now
48:12 - How to look for delamination
51:38 - The Ben Johns tweets
58:17 - Why CRBN?
1:02:49 - I will be holding my reviews for the time being

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
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To receive a digital gift card 7-10 days after your order
πŸ’° Buying from MediciLeaf: https://bit.ly/3OEZ9Bm
πŸ’°Get 10% OFF CRBN products using code PBSTUDIO
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.thepickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
Join my Discord server and chat Pickleball! https://bit.ly/3Vt5bIB
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*My favorite products:*

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The Pickleball Paddle Drama is Unreal

Pickleball Studio March 20, 2023 5:36 pm

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Paddle buying guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3ND_AVkP0s
Honolulu J2CR LH: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/j2cr-lh-cbe?p
MPP Turbo Hybrid: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/mpp-turbo-hybrid?p
PaddleTek HoneyFoam: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/honeyfoam-16mm?p
Friday Aura: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/friday-aura?p
Friday Aura Pro: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/friday-aura-pro-wb?p
RPM Q2: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/rpm-q2-wb?p
Spartus P1: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/spartus-p1-hybrid?p
11six24 Power2: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/11six24-power2?p

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:38 - Chris is dealing with an injury
3:37 -  Bread & Butter warranty update
4:32 - How to pick the right paddle for you
22:31 - Aizec’s primary categories 
25:53 - Chris’s primary categories
29:50 - Paddletek HoneFoam vs Friday Aura
38:17 - Enhanced MPP Turbo new hybrid shape
40:50 - Honolulu J2CR LH crystal blue grit
45:42 - Our top paddles of 2026 so far
55:23 - Q&A
55:34 - 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 summer
1:10:58 - 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?

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Honolulu J2CR LH: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/j2cr-lh-cbe?p
MPP Turbo Hybrid: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/mpp-turbo-hybrid?p
PaddleTek HoneyFoam: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/honeyfoam-16mm?p
Friday Aura: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/friday-aura?p
Friday Aura Pro: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/friday-aura-pro-wb?p
RPM Q2: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/rpm-q2-wb?p
Spartus P1: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/spartus-p1-hybrid?p
11six24 Power2: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/11six24-power2?p

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:38 - Chris is dealing with an injury
3:37 - Bread & Butter warranty update
4:32 - How to pick the right paddle for you
22:31 - Aizec’s primary categories
25:53 - Chris’s primary categories
29:50 - Paddletek HoneFoam vs Friday Aura
38:17 - Enhanced MPP Turbo new hybrid shape
40:50 - Honolulu J2CR LH crystal blue grit
45:42 - Our top paddles of 2026 so far
55:23 - Q&A
55:34 - 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 summer
1:10:58 - 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?

My communities:
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Honolulu J2CR LH, PaddleTek HoneyFoam, and Our Top Paddles of 2026

Pickleball Studio May 20, 2026 1:24 pm

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Links to things mentioned:
Learn about swing weight: https://youtu.be/7WwbO3vMyEs?si=3j-bM9oyrP_tQjpO
Weight tutorial: https://youtu.be/tRG-VCk1Da0?si=QUxmBYYSD6BquTpp
MPP Turbo: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/enhance-mpp-turbo-widebody?p
Chorus CODA: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/chorus-coda?p
11six24 Power2 series: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/11six24-power2?p

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:38 - PPA drama
12:04 - Hexgrit updates after 300 games
17:32 - US Open experience 
26:07 - Website update
27:52 - Friday Aura Pro/MPP Turbo
34:53 - Control paddles might still be good
40:01 - Chorus CODA
43:48 - 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?

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Pickleball paddle database: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles

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_tQjpO
Weight tutorial: https://youtu.be/tRG-VCk1Da0?si=QUxmBYYSD6BquTpp
MPP Turbo: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/enhance-mpp-turbo-widebody
Chorus CODA: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/chorus-coda
11six24 Power2 series: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/11six24-power2

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:38 - PPA drama
12:04 - Hexgrit updates after 300 games
17:32 - US Open experience
26:07 - Website update
27:52 - Friday Aura Pro/MPP Turbo
34:53 - Control paddles might still be good
40:01 - Chorus CODA
43:48 - 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?

My communities:
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__________________________________________
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HexGrit 300 Games Later, and What Are the Best Spots to Add Weight to your Paddle?

Pickleball Studio April 22, 2026 4:45 pm

Friday Aura Pro, Honolulu J2CR Crystal Blue Grit, & Reviewer Transparency

Pickleball Studio May 6, 2026 1:48 pm

A New Power Kevlar Paddle, & Interviewing The Best Paddle Reviewers

Pickleball Studio February 27, 2024 11:02 pm

What's the Deal with the New Adidas Metalbone?

Pickleball Studio April 21, 2025 10:31 pm

So. Many. Paddles. PaddleTek Honeyfoam, Vapor Power2, Upcoming Launches, & More

Pickleball Studio February 11, 2026 1:58 pm

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3D Printed Pickleball: https://bit.ly/46yW93O
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Peak Design Tech Pouch Slim: https://bit.ly/3WAXrGR
Phone tripod 1: https://bit.ly/46H92Jm
Phone tripod 2: https://bit.ly/4cdr8DK
Collin MLP letter: https://bit.ly/4dbKgmP
Zane MLP letter: https://bit.ly/4dg5D6D

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:34 - BZER ball
2:58 - 3D printed ball
11:16 - KTCHN bag update
15:17 - foam core paddles
15:47 - Spartus Olympus
16:07 - Ace heart
19:36 - Nexus Prostar
24:50 - Kansas City PPA
27:46 - Chill with Will
39:03 - Will is rusty
31:42 - Will is starting a league
37:43 - Chris is was destined to be a youtuber
44:19 - you ever get catfished in pickleball?
48:03 - gearbox pro ultimate
51:59 - Reload
55:05 - MOD TA-15
58:19 - Honolulu pickleball J3K & J7K
59:30 - Will’s favorite paddle he’s ever gotten
1:05:04 - How to film yourself on court to learn from it
1:16:21 - Big local tournament 
1:25:22 - Collin Johns MLP Email

My communities:
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__________________________________________
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Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
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Links mentioned in the video (some are affiliate links that help support this channel when you use them)

BZER ball: https://bit.ly/3WPtdRX (Code PBSTUDIO should work in a few days)
3D Printed Pickleball: https://bit.ly/46yW93O
Peak Design tech pouch: https://bit.ly/4fvwr4p
Peak Design Tech Pouch Slim: https://bit.ly/3WAXrGR
Phone tripod 1: https://bit.ly/46H92Jm
Phone tripod 2: https://bit.ly/4cdr8DK
Collin MLP letter: https://bit.ly/4dbKgmP
Zane MLP letter: https://bit.ly/4dg5D6D

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:34 - BZER ball
2:58 - 3D printed ball
11:16 - KTCHN bag update
15:17 - foam core paddles
15:47 - Spartus Olympus
16:07 - Ace heart
19:36 - Nexus Prostar
24:50 - Kansas City PPA
27:46 - Chill with Will
39:03 - Will is rusty
31:42 - Will is starting a league
37:43 - Chris is was destined to be a youtuber
44:19 - you ever get catfished in pickleball?
48:03 - gearbox pro ultimate
51:59 - Reload
55:05 - MOD TA-15
58:19 - Honolulu pickleball J3K & J7K
59:30 - Will’s favorite paddle he’s ever gotten
1:05:04 - How to film yourself on court to learn from it
1:16:21 - Big local tournament
1:25:22 - Collin Johns MLP Email

My communities:
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πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
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Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5
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__________________________________________
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The Rise of Foam Core Paddles, How to Improve Faster, & 3D Printed Pickleballs?

Pickleball Studio August 6, 2024 12:39 am

Reload Pickleball is Here, What is Happening With Proton? & APP Newport Recap

Pickleball Studio July 10, 2024 11:00 pm

UPA-A approved paddle list (only matters for pros & qualifiers): https://bit.ly/3V7DyHm

You can use code PBSTUDIO to save on the following:
Sypik Avatar: https://bit.ly/41KecTx
Ronbus Quanta: https://bit.ly/4peYOZi

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:06 - What are your top 3 brands in pickleball?
1:41 - UPA-A approved paddles as of Sept 8th 2025
10:19 - UPA-A denies Boomstik with MOI clamps
23:48 - UPA-A VS USAP grit levels
31:25 - CRBN Waves quick impressions
37:01 - Weight setup experiment on the Ronbus Quanta 
45:44 - Sypik Avatar initial impressions
54:51 - A great way to filter potential tournament partners (and avoid headache)
1:17:18 - Questions and answers
1:17-36 - 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 regression
1:31:44 - What paddle shape is best for a beginner?
1:33:01 - What paddle will I use for Chasing 5.0?

My communities:
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__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles

UPA-A approved paddle list (only matters for pros & qualifiers): https://bit.ly/3V7DyHm

You can use code PBSTUDIO to save on the following:
Sypik Avatar: https://bit.ly/41KecTx
Ronbus Quanta: https://bit.ly/4peYOZi

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:06 - What are your top 3 brands in pickleball?
1:41 - UPA-A approved paddles as of Sept 8th 2025
10:19 - UPA-A denies Boomstik with MOI clamps
23:48 - UPA-A VS USAP grit levels
31:25 - CRBN Waves quick impressions
37:01 - Weight setup experiment on the Ronbus Quanta
45:44 - Sypik Avatar initial impressions
54:51 - A great way to filter potential tournament partners (and avoid headache)
1:17:18 - Questions and answers
1:17-36 - 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 regression
1:31:44 - What paddle shape is best for a beginner?
1:33:01 - What paddle will I use for Chasing 5.0?

My communities:
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*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
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Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5

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Sypik Avatar, & CRBN Waves Thoughts, & A Smart Way to Communicate with Partners

Pickleball Studio September 8, 2025 10:36 pm

Pickleball Etiquette… Who’s in the Wrong?

Pickleball Studio March 25, 2026 2:46 pm

Wilson Vesper, Upcoming Holbrook Arma Thoughts & is the US Open the best Tournament?

Pickleball Studio May 5, 2025 5:00 pm

Links:
MKBHD interview 1: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiwxm66BeGo&ab_channel=JonYoushaei)
MKBHD Interview 2: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwDwizVsUG8&t=842s&ab_channel=ColinandSamir)
MKBHD on bad reviews: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QztFpzKsdeA&t=14s&ab_channel=MarquesBrownlee)

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
4:16 - Gen 3 Joola Grit
9:00 - Will’s Texas trip
14:14 - The PKOLL Paddle
15:39 - Chorus Shapeshifter
18:00 - Vatic Pro Oni
20:09 - Franklins new paddle
22:26 - PPA update
25:33 - The Ethics of Reviewing Paddles and Our Stances
38:26 - How Do We Chose What Paddles to Review?tt
52:09 - Have Companies Ever Offered Us Money?
58:12 - Are We Ever Worried About Giving a Bad Review?
1:03:00 - Chris’ Personal Ethics And Views
1:12:10 - When Is It Considered Sandbagging?

My communities:
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*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

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πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

Links:
MKBHD interview 1: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiwxm66BeGo&ab_channel=JonYoushaei)
MKBHD Interview 2: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwDwizVsUG8&t=842s&ab_channel=ColinandSamir)
MKBHD on bad reviews: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QztFpzKsdeA&t=14s&ab_channel=MarquesBrownlee)

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
4:16 - Gen 3 Joola Grit
9:00 - Will’s Texas trip
14:14 - The PKOLL Paddle
15:39 - Chorus Shapeshifter
18:00 - Vatic Pro Oni
20:09 - Franklins new paddle
22:26 - PPA update
25:33 - The Ethics of Reviewing Paddles and Our Stances
38:26 - How Do We Chose What Paddles to Review?tt
52:09 - Have Companies Ever Offered Us Money?
58:12 - Are We Ever Worried About Giving a Bad Review?
1:03:00 - Chris’ Personal Ethics And Views
1:12:10 - When Is It Considered Sandbagging?

My communities:
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*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

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Our Take on the Ethics of Being a Paddle Reviewer

Pickleball Studio April 29, 2024 6:38 pm

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Chubbies shorts: https://bit.ly/3ZCyxK0
Chubbies shirt: https://bit.ly/49lieEj
CLIQ chair: https://bit.ly/4ggiG9f
LMNT: https://bit.ly/3v0YBkN
Melin hats: https://share.melin.com/chris4743
Anker chargers: https://bit.ly/3Vlzsfc
Hesacore: https://bit.ly/3U5dlZX
Phone tripod: https://amzn.to/3OBqgzC
Sun sleeves: https://bit.ly/4ik9IJR
Thorlo socks: https://bit.ly/3Vg2L2Q
Tungsten tape: https://amzn.to/3OBqqXK
Overgrips: 
uDrippin: https://bit.ly/3B64UHt
LUQI: https://bit.ly/3Bmof78

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro 
1:33 - Thanksgiving
9:27 - New AI ball tracker at MLP
12:17 - PPA/MLP Asia Tour
14:14 - Hawaii tournament in January looking for a partner
16:17 - Selkirk’s new paddle the β€œBoomstik”?
19:05 - SixZero Tecnifibre paddles
21:22 - 61 MPH serve speeds with the Ripple
29:31 - Hurache-X Jelly Bean
31:57 - Body Helix FLIK paddles
45:39 - Gearbox Ultimate Hyper Thoughts
53:11 - Our Thoughts on Vuori & Chubbies Clothing
1:06:07 - Christmas gift ideas for Pickleball Players
1:27:02 - Wearing your court shoes to the court
1:34:08 - Home court update
1:40:28 - 3rd shot drop advice

My communities:
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πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
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Links to items mentioned:

Black Friday deals: https://pickleballstudio.com/2024blackfridaydeals
Vuori joggers: https://bit.ly/4gaDeji
Vuori comfy shorts: https://bit.ly/4g6Lz80
Chubbies shorts: https://bit.ly/3ZCyxK0
Chubbies shirt: https://bit.ly/49lieEj
CLIQ chair: https://bit.ly/4ggiG9f
LMNT: https://bit.ly/3v0YBkN
Melin hats: https://share.melin.com/chris4743
Anker chargers: https://bit.ly/3Vlzsfc
Hesacore: https://bit.ly/3U5dlZX
Phone tripod: https://amzn.to/3OBqgzC
Sun sleeves: https://bit.ly/4ik9IJR
Thorlo socks: https://bit.ly/3Vg2L2Q
Tungsten tape: https://amzn.to/3OBqqXK
Overgrips:
uDrippin: https://bit.ly/3B64UHt
LUQI: https://bit.ly/3Bmof78

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:33 - Thanksgiving
9:27 - New AI ball tracker at MLP
12:17 - PPA/MLP Asia Tour
14:14 - Hawaii tournament in January looking for a partner
16:17 - Selkirk’s new paddle the β€œBoomstik”?
19:05 - SixZero Tecnifibre paddles
21:22 - 61 MPH serve speeds with the Ripple
29:31 - Hurache-X Jelly Bean
31:57 - Body Helix FLIK paddles
45:39 - Gearbox Ultimate Hyper Thoughts
53:11 - Our Thoughts on Vuori & Chubbies Clothing
1:06:07 - Christmas gift ideas for Pickleball Players
1:27:02 - Wearing your court shoes to the court
1:34:08 - Home court update
1:40:28 - 3rd shot drop advice

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join our Facebook group! https://bit.ly/3rYOZpw
Join the Discord! https://bit.ly/3Vt5bIB

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

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Pickleball Gift Ideas, Gearbox Ultimate Hyper, & Pickleball Clothing

Pickleball Studio December 2, 2024 10:46 pm

Are Power Paddles Hurting You, or Helping you in 2026?

Pickleball Studio April 29, 2026 2:00 pm

What You Need to Know to Build a Home Pickleball Court

Pickleball Studio April 28, 2025 2:13 pm

My preferred lead tape: https://bit.ly/423eO4n

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:50 - Paddle clones
9:47 - PPA copyright claims my gold medal match
13:38 - Slinger ball machine thoughts
19:58 - Questions and answers
20:08 - Zane’s new grit
22:22 - Where should I place lead tape?
24:28 - Do you ever play APP events?
25:19 - Have you been close to switching from the DBD?
26:40 - Best paddles for Tennis elbow
28:01 - Do you still get tournament jitters?
29:08 - What would you change if you could start over?
30:09 - What are your thoughts on longevity of paddles?

My communities:
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Join our Facebook group! https://bit.ly/3rYOZpw
Join the Discord! https://bit.ly/3Vt5bIB

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
__________________________________________
*My favorite products:*

πŸ“ Pickleball paddle:
http://bit.ly/3FZM4kq

πŸ‘Ÿ Court shoe:
https://bit.ly/3RbhXcv
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

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My preferred lead tape: https://bit.ly/423eO4n

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:50 - Paddle clones
9:47 - PPA copyright claims my gold medal match
13:38 - Slinger ball machine thoughts
19:58 - Questions and answers
20:08 - Zane’s new grit
22:22 - Where should I place lead tape?
24:28 - Do you ever play APP events?
25:19 - Have you been close to switching from the DBD?
26:40 - Best paddles for Tennis elbow
28:01 - Do you still get tournament jitters?
29:08 - What would you change if you could start over?
30:09 - What are your thoughts on longevity of paddles?

My communities:
Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
Join our Facebook group! https://bit.ly/3rYOZpw
Join the Discord! https://bit.ly/3Vt5bIB

*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
__________________________________________
*My favorite products:*

πŸ“ Pickleball paddle:
http://bit.ly/3FZM4kq

πŸ‘Ÿ Court shoe:
https://bit.ly/3RbhXcv
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

My videos are edited by Li Media Content Growth Agency. Want help growing and managing your channel? Apply here:
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Paddle Clones, Ball Machines, and PPA Copyright Claims

Pickleball Studio September 4, 2023 5:05 pm

Sign up for Jordan Briones' two day intensive here:
https://bit.ly/3oVVB6T

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:25 - What are the intensives?
5:20 - How does Jordan rate people?
7:20 - Why hasn't Chris had formal training?
13:10 - What did Jordan think of our game?
15:40 - What did we learn?
27:01 - How to Attack 
33:47 - The backhand roll
37:34 - Chris hurts his back
43:11 - What did Jordan see us improve in
48:57 - What are the intensives like for Jordan?

Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://pickleballstudio.com/paddles
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
Join my Discord server and chat Pickleball! https://discord.gg/A5fTp7JFAy
__________________________________________
*My favorite products:*

πŸ“ Pickleball paddle:
http://bit.ly/3FZM4kq

πŸ‘Ÿ Court shoe:
https://bit.ly/3RbhXcv
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

My videos are edited by Li Media Content Growth Agency. Want help growing and managing your channel? Apply here:
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Sign up for Jordan Briones' two day intensive here:
https://bit.ly/3oVVB6T

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:25 - What are the intensives?
5:20 - How does Jordan rate people?
7:20 - Why hasn't Chris had formal training?
13:10 - What did Jordan think of our game?
15:40 - What did we learn?
27:01 - How to Attack
33:47 - The backhand roll
37:34 - Chris hurts his back
43:11 - What did Jordan see us improve in
48:57 - What are the intensives like for Jordan?

Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4a
*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*

πŸ’° Buy 3.5 at best merch: http://bit.ly/3jn3S0N
πŸ’° Get 10% OFF (most) brands at JustPaddles https://bit.ly/3HlC8lX
πŸ’° Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
__________________________________________
Website: https://www.pickleballstudio.com/
Paddle stats spreadsheet: https://bit.ly/3wLiXg5
Check out our podcast: https://bit.ly/3ERxN7Z
Join my Discord server and chat Pickleball! https://discord.gg/A5fTp7JFAy
__________________________________________
*My favorite products:*

πŸ“ Pickleball paddle:
http://bit.ly/3FZM4kq

πŸ‘Ÿ Court shoe:
https://bit.ly/3RbhXcv
__________________________________________
*FOLLOW ME*
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GO6s5O
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3x5pRMA

My videos are edited by Li Media Content Growth Agency. Want help growing and managing your channel? Apply here:
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We Tried the Jordan Briones Two Day Intensive Pickleball Camp

Pickleball Studio June 12, 2023 4:41 pm