Pickleball Effect: The Podcast

Episodes

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  BNB's Doug Talks Durable Grit, Ditching Widebodies & Bringing Back the Shogun | EP 145 20.10.2026 53m

  We sat down with Doug from Bread & Butter to talk about durable grit, Space Dust vs. HexGrit, changes to the Loco 2, and why he's ditching widebody paddles. Plus, the future of paddle technology, discontinued models making a comeback, and what's next for Bread & Butter.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 Pre-Order BNB Loco 2: https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/DWgA3b __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview02:46 Doug is finding his groove 06:37 How tough is it to make a Tier 1 grit?13:03 How Doug knows if he has a good paddle 15:09 Is Space Dust the same thing as HexGrit?18:39 Will Shogun or Invader be back with foam?24:20 Did they make the Loco 2 lighter?28:08 Doug’s black book of paddle names & artwork31:35 Dick’s Sporting Goods wouldn’t carry Loco with gun artwork33:58 No widebody shape, why Braydon agrees, and will others adopt?37:28 Is paddle tech slowing down?40:54 What will separate brands in the future?45:52 BNB shoes in the works52:18 Hybrid coming soon and Braydon with the miss__________________________________________👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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  BNB Loco 2 Impressions + New Selkirk S2 Ball Data | EP 144 13.10.2026 58m

  We share our first impressions and performance data on the new Bread & Butter Loco 2, compare the Selkirk S2 Pro ball to the Lifetime ball, discuss interesting new data from DUPR, and reveal what our testing shows about the Gearbox Pressure X breaking in.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 All PE discounts: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview03:00 How to play against chaos 06:24 Special delivery - Pilla, RPM Jade, Luzz Cannon XPP, new shoes12:19 Aaron it Out - Picklr files for bankruptcy 18:21 New DUPR data shows where you rank23:52 Paddle recon 26:26 Paddle Babble - Loco 2 performance stats & grit test31:26 Loco 2 first impressions37:32 Loco 2 vs Power 2 Ultre and Volair CMD40:12 Selkirk S2 ball test results46:18 Selkirk S2 ball play impressions52:58 Gearbox break in test results__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:How long should a paddle last?: https://pickleballeffect.com/resources/how-long-should-a-pickleball-paddle-last/ How much should you spend on a paddle?: https://pickleballeffect.com/resources/how-much-should-you-spend-on-a-pickleball-paddle/ 👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code works on all gear below: PBEFFECTPaddles:Babolat Jet Mach Pickleball Shoe: https://www.babolat.com/us/jet-mach-pickleball-men/4113-3A0S26B932.html Head Revolt Pro 5.0: https://www.head.com/en_US/product/revolt-pro-5-0-men-whnv-273266 RPM Jade: https://collabs.shop/lqumtm Bread & Butter Loco 2: https://www.bnbpickleball.com/collections/loco-2/products/loco-2-pickleball-paddle-elongated-us?irclickid=z7sxc2zguxycWhd042UQL24mUkr1XI3-Cyx2zM0&sharedid=&irpid=5059526&irgwc=1&afsrc=1 Gearbox Pressure X 8M (stiff/hollow): https://gearboxsports.com/products/pressure-x-8m-pickleball-paddle?rfsn=7676489.281577 Gearbox Pressure X 8E (soft/dense): https://gearboxsports.com/products/pressurex-8e-pickleball-paddle?rfsn=7676489.281577 All our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  We Tested If Paddles Are Getting Faster + Anna Leigh’s Lob Serve Explained | EP 143 06.10.2026 49m

  Are paddles getting too powerful again? We ran an experiment to find out. Plus, we break down why Anna Leigh Waters’ lob serve works, check out SENS—a brand-new paddle company—and its Atra paddle, and discuss Holbrook’s new Fuze with VantaGrit.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 All PE discounts: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview03:04 Special delivery - BNB Loco 2, Gearbox Pressure X04:34 Aaron it Out - Why is Anna Leigh’s lob serve working?13:00 Ben Johns lost three times on Championship Sunday20:08 Reddit on how durable grit paddles are holding up26:27 Paddle Babble - Are paddles getting too powerful experiment35:44 Sens Atra43:33 Holbrook Fuze VantaGrit__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:How long should a paddle last?: https://pickleballeffect.com/resources/how-long-should-a-pickleball-paddle-last/ How much should you spend on a paddle?: https://pickleballeffect.com/resources/how-much-should-you-spend-on-a-pickleball-paddle/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Rafa Filippini on Pressure X, Paddle Engineering & Why Gearbox Does Things Differently | EP 142 29.09.2026 1h 7m

  We sit down with Gearbox founder and engineer Rafa Filippini to talk about the new Pressure X, what makes its construction different, and his approach to paddle design and testing. We also hear about Aaron’s pickleball adventures in New York and run through release dates for all the major upcoming paddles.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 All PE discounts: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview01:38 Added edge guard tape to paddle tuning lab04:10 Special delivery - Neonic FLX, SENS, Holbrook Fuze, Engage Pursuit07:28 Aaron it Out - Pickleball in New York25:39 Paddle Babble - Upcoming paddle release dates27:51 Interview with Gearbox CEO & engineer, Rafa Filippini28:54 Overview and goals with Pressure X paddles33:33 Inside the Pressure X42:32 Difference between Gearbox and other other brands46:30 Do the Pressure X paddles break in and get hot53:09 Durable grit on the Pressure X55:38 What does paddle testing have right and wrong1:06:04 Post interview thoughts__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:Paddle Tuning Lab: https://tune.pickleballeffect.com/ Gearbox Pressure X 8M Specs & Review: https://pickleballeffect.com/paddles/gearbox-pressure-x-8m-elongated/ Gearbox Pressure X 8E Specs & Review: https://pickleballeffect.com/paddles/gearbox-pressure-x-8e-elongated/ 👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTPaddles:Gearbox Pressure X 8M (stiff/hollow): https://gearboxsports.com/products/pressure-x-8m-pickleball-paddle?rfsn=7676489.281577 Gearbox Pressure X 8E (soft/dense): https://gearboxsports.com/products/pressurex-8e-pickleball-paddle?rfsn=7676489.281577 All our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Volair CMD First Impressions and the Tech in JOOLA’s Foam Paddle | EP 141 22.09.2026 52m

  Volair licensed 11SIX24’s HexGrit for the new CMD, and our first impressions are good. We break down how it plays and compare it to the 11SIX24 Power 2 Ultre, Jelly Bean 2, Six Zero Coral Pro, and Selkirk OMNI. We also share new details on what’s inside JOOLA’s upcoming Power FX foam paddle.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 All PE discounts: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview03:20 Results from paddle picking game, web updates08:20 Upcoming videos09:26 Special delivery - Bling Bag Unbagging11:33 Special delivery - Ascend, Axiom Widebody, Diadem Shoes & grit update14:54 Aaron it Out - Experience attending PPA Arizona live24:52 Paddle Babble - Volair CMD tech24:03 CMD static & performance stats28:54 Aaron CMD first impressions33:01 Braydon CMD first impressions36:19 CMD vs 11SIX24 Power 2 & Jelly Bean 238:27 CMD vs Coral Pro Hybrid42:16 CMD vs Selkirk Omni43:56 CMD weight setup45:46 What’s inside JOOLA foam paddle47:20 Choosing shapes based on tech__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:New paddle fitting quiz (live): https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTPaddles:Volair CMD: https://volair.com/collections/cmd-collection/products/volair-cmd-hyb-pickleball-paddle-16mm-dylan-frazier?rfsn=7475751.28260c 11SIX24: https://11six24.com/?sca_ref=7474553.EbeKeAv2hF0Rh4oJ&sca_source=coupontable Six Zero Coral Pro Hybrid: https://us.sixzeropickleball.com/products/coral-pro?sca_ref=9892574.6WfkgoNKloc0yI Diadem Court Burst Shoes: https://diademsports.com/products/court-burst?sca_ref=6013060.T2dFY8p25O Engage Axiom Widebody: https://engagepickleball.com/collections/allpaddles/products/engage-axiom-widebody-pickleball-paddle?snowball=PBEFFECT All our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Fall Launch Season is Starting & New Grit Test Results | EP 140 15.09.2026 53m

  The paddle volume is picking up as we continue testing new releases coming this fall. We also share grit retention results for the Enhance ArmorGrit, Pakle Fuse DuraSpin, and Diadem Edge Flex, plus our testing results for a new tacky paddle surface from Gherkin.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 All PE discounts: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview01:15 Current projects, paddles we are playing, watching tennis US Open08:26 Special delivery - Gherkin Draco Tacktion, Pakle Fuse, Engage X309:35 Special delivery - Volair CMD, Licenced Edge Tape, Spiderman Bling Bag opening13:30 Aaron it Out - Court Order! What are the prettiest court locations21:31 Paddle Babble - Girt durability results of ArmorGrit, Pakle Fuse, Diadem24:03 Pakle Duraspin & sound differences & AmorGrit updates26:11 ArmorGrit updates27:47 Is Pakle hurting themselves with quick iterations? 32:52 Gherkin Draco Tacktion metrics & spin test38:58 Diadem Edge Flex metrics & impressions47:18 Pick a paddle challenge__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:New paddle fitting quiz (live first draft): https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/ Volair Edge Tape: https://volair.com/collections/volair-edge-guard-tape?rfsn=7475751.28260cPick A Paddle game (try it yourself): https://paddle-pick-pro.base44.app 👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTPaddles:Enhance: https://www.enhancepickleball.com/PBEFFECTPakle Fuse: https://paklepickleball.com/discount/BRAYDONUNSICKER?rs_ref=lHCnu22r Gherkin: https://www.gherkinusa.com?sca_ref=8451520.i1GSfwzceE Diadem: https://diademsports.com?sca_ref=6013060.T2dFY8p25O&utm_source=uppromote&utm_medium=affilliate&utm_campaign=braydon-unsicker All our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  JOOLA Foam Paddle is Coming, Other New Paddles, & Franklin X-44 Ball | EP 139 08.09.2026 1h 12m

  September is packed with new releases. We share our first impressions of the Enhance EPP Turbo ArmorGrit and Gearbox Pressure X, take a look at Franklin’s new X-44 ball coming later this year, and speculate on what JOOLA’s mystery foam paddle might be.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 All PE discounts: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview01:20 Earbud enlightenment, secret project progression, fitting quiz09:29 Special delivery - Enhance Turbo, Diadem Edge Flex11:09 Aaron it Out - Johnsons take down #1 seed15:35 I read it on Reddit - Jorja’s erne18:35 I read it on Reddit - Coral Pro to USAP, pb on ocean liner 22:25 I read it on Reddit - Hilarious pickleball addiction progression & paddle pic in car24:41 Paddle Babble - JOOLA mystery foam paddle34:28 Aaron’s beef with RPM Jade37:01 Gearbox Pressure X48:01 Enhance MPP Turbo ArmorGrit58:42 Franklin X-44 first impressions1:08:33 Stock grip impact on balance point__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:New Review Directory page: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/ Braydon’s Gear page: https://pickleballeffect.com/braydons-gear/ 👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTEnhance: https://www.enhancepickleball.com/PBEFFECTFranklin: https://franklinsports.sjv.io/XY9jnaGearbox: https://gearboxsports.com/?rfsn=7676489.281577JOOLA (code doesn’t apply): https://www.joola.com/?bg_ref=La4dKLtAADAll our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Ranking the Best Paddles of the Summer + Vatic Pro Owner Daryl Wang 01.09.2026 1h 7m

  We sit down with the owner of Vatic Pro to talk about the new V-Sol Tour series, how the brand has evolved, and what’s coming next. We also rank our top 5 paddle releases of the summer and share our on-court impressions of the V-Sol Tour paddles.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 Upcoming PE Labor Day Sale here: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview01:57 New web pages, Aaron’s league06:44 Special delivery - Franklin balls, Gearbox, Proton11:17 Aaron it Out - Vatic Pro owner interview12:40 The vision for the V-Sol Tour15:35 How are they able to only charge $100?19:56 Are some paddles being phased out and what’s coming next?22:00 How did EverGrit pass certification, it’s so gritty?23.03 Will Vatic ever do UPA certification?23:57 About Vatic Pro growth over last three years26:42 Thoughts on acquisitions & where R&D comes from34:20 Paddle Recon39:30 Paddle Babble - Ranking Summer paddle releases56:05 Vatic V-Sol Tour gameplay impressions__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:New Review Directory page: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/ Braydon’s Gear page: https://pickleballeffect.com/braydons-gear/ 👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTPaddles:11SIX24 Jelly Bean 2: https://11six24.com/collections/frontpage/products/vapor-jelly-bean-2?sca_ref=7474553.EbeKeAv2hF0Rh4oJ&sca_source=statsEngage Axiom: https://engagepickleball.com/collections/allpaddles/products/engage-axiom-elongated-pickleball-paddle?snowball=PBEFFECTMark UnMarked 2026: https://markpickleball.com/products/unmarked-2026?sca_ref=6258187.LVz22xOG9U&sca_source=statsPickleball Apes Zen S+: https://www.pickleballapes.com/products/zen-new-paddle?sca_ref=4608508.ipmCfUFGpV&sca_source=statsRonbus: https://ronbus.com/?ApplyPromo=pbeffectSpartus Spitfire: https://gospartus.com/products/spitfire-elongated?sca_ref=6068785.myJ3OwCv4B&sca_source=statsVatic Pro: https://vaticpro.com/?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=review#038;sca_source=coupontableAll our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour First Impressions & New Selkirk Bags | EP 137 25.08.2026 1h 4m

  Vatic Pro is launching a new durable grit budget paddle with the V-Sol Tour, and we compare it to other popular budget options. We also debate whether the Selkirk x Tesla collab was genius or just a gimmick, and dive into Selkirk’s new luxury pickleball bags.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 Active Tac Overgrips Amazon: https://amzn.to/46l4dpy 👉 Active Tac Shopify: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/products/active-tac-overgrip-6-pack-ring?variant=53761859485920 __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview02:37 Paddle type refinement and Activ Tac feedback10:52 Special delivery - Foam paddle13:16 Aaron it Out - MLP finals preview18:00 From stroke to PPA gold20:18 Tesla x Selkirk: genius or gimmick24:23 Volair potentially licensing HexGrit26:26 Paddle Babble - 2 paddles releasing this week28:03 Vatic V-Sol Tour. What’s new?29:00 Grit durability & performance33:26 V-Sol Tour vs Spartus Spitfire vs Ronbus Quanta Pro37:31 Which one do we pick & final thoughts43:45 Engage Axiom first impressions45:40 We get nit picky on the new Selkirk Bags__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:Paddle database with new paddle types: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTPaddles:Mark UnMarked 2026 (launches Aug 26): https://markpickleball.com?sca_ref=6258187.LVz22xOG9U Ronbus: https://ronbus.com/?ApplyPromo=pbeffect Vatic Pro: https://vaticpro.com/?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=review#038;sca_source=coupontable Engage Axiom: https://engagepickleball.com/collections/allpaddles/products/engage-axiom-elongated-pickleball-paddle?snowball=PBEFFECT Bags:ADV Flex Bag: https://www.getadv.com/products/flex-backpack?snowball=BRAYDON14972 Selkirk Team Bag 25L (promo code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/products/selkirk-pro-line-2-0-team-backpack-25l?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=yt&variant=45940837220454 Selkirk Tour Bag 35L (promo code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/products/selkirk-pro-line-2-0-tour-backpack-35l?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=yt&variant=45940837154918 Selkirk Duffle Bag 45L (promo code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/products/selkirk-pro-line-2-0-duffle-45l?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=yt&variant=45940837351526 All our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 
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  New Paddles: Boulder Opal, UnMarked 2026, LUZZ Inferno 2 & Quanta Pro 18.08.2026 54m

  We break down several new paddles, including the LUZZ Inferno 2, Six Zero Boulder Opal, Quanta Pro, and the surprisingly good Mark UnMarked 2026. Plus, I share new grit durability results from five different brands and what stood out in testing.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 Tungsten Tape Amazon: https://amzn.to/4g54OBD 👉 Tungsten Tape Shopify: ​​https://pickleballeffectshop.com/products/pickleball-effect-weighted-tungsten-tape-1-gram-per-inch-safe-alternative-to-lead-tape?variant=46219251613920 __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview04:38 Cheaper tungsten tape is available06:35 Special delivery - Selkirk bags, Quanta Pro, Engage Axiom08:19 Special delivery - Inferno 2, Boulder Opal, Wilson, Poppers09:59 Aaron it Out - MLP quarters update14:12 Read it on Reddit - live reactions21:24 Paddle Babble - 5 grit durability test results28:36 Mark UnMarked 2026 - this one is good30:33 Aaron first impressions33:24 Braydon first impressions39:37 Six Zero Black Opal46:49 Ronbus Quanta Pro50:42 LUZZ Inferno 2 stats__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:New Hot List hub page: https://pickleballeffect.com/hot-list/ New Hot List Power page: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/best-power-pickleball-paddles-pickleball-effects-hot-list/ 👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTMark UnMarked 2026 (launches Aug 26): https://markpickleball.com?sca_ref=6258187.LVz22xOG9U Ronbus: https://ronbus.com/?ApplyPromo=pbeffect Six Zero Boulder Opal: https://us.sixzeropickleball.com/products/boulder-opal?sca_ref=9892574.6WfkgoNKloc0yI&sca_source=yt LUZZ Inferno 2: https://luzzpickleball.com/products/luzz-inferno2-m1?sca_ref=9809117.VbWrtANPhw&sca_source=yt All our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  11SIX24 Jelly Bean 2 Impressions, Apes Zen Grit Test, & Reddit Recs | EP 135 11.08.2026 53m

  11SIX24 revamped its Jelly Bean series with durable HexGrit and a new foam core material and we have our take on how it plays. We also dig into PPA’s new ranking system, and share our grit durability test results for Pickleball Apes.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 See all PE promo codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview03:02 Cheaper tungsten tape is coming04:20 Ronbus anniversary sale06:20 Special delivery - Mark UnMarked, Engage X2 Pro, Nike GP08:34 Aaron it Out - PPA launches World Rankings18:12 Reddit paddle recommendations24:23 Paddle Recon - what paddles got approved27:54 Paddle Babble - Jelly Bean 2 short tech overview28:48 Performance stats30:01 Aaron first impressions34:47 Braydon first impressions40:09 Compared to JB1, Power 2, Coral Pro46:38 Apes Zen grit durability test results49:24 Meeting with Gearbox__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:New Paddle Database page: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTRonbus: https://ronbus.com/?ApplyPromo=pbeffect 11SIX24: https://11six24.com/?sca_ref=7474553.EbeKeAv2hF0Rh4oJ&amp%3Bsca_source=review&sca_source=review#038;sca_source=coupon Pickleball Apes Zen S+: https://www.pickleballapes.com/products/zen-new-paddle?sca_ref=4608508.ipmCfUFGpV&sca_source=stats Gearbox: https://gearboxsports.com/?rfsn=7676489.281577 All our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Just When You Thought Foam Peaked... Apes Zen S+ & 11SIX24 Jelly Bean 2 Preview | EP 134 04.08.2026 49m

  Foam paddles are still evolving. We break down what makes the Pickleball Apes Zen S+ and 11SIX24 Jelly Bean 2 different from the foam builds we’ve seen so far. We also preview the MLP playoffs and discuss another negative Proton headline.👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 Active Tac Overgrips Amazon: https://amzn.to/4pRV3K8 👉 Active Tac Overgrips store: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/products/active-tac-overgrip-6-pack-ring?variant=53761859485920 __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview01:33 Active Tac grips are here05:31 Special delivery - Jelly Bean 2, Geau Bag, Thrive Ignite09:30 Stride Orthotics, GX2 Power colorway12:47 Aaron it Out - MLP playoffs preview15:07 Proton lawsuit with player18:38 RPM lawsuit with JOOLA20:51 Paddle Babble - Apes Zen S+ tech23:59 Static & performance stats & impact feel28:38 Aaron first impressions33:03 Braydon first impressions42:07 11SIX24 Jelly Bean 2 tech47:11 Thrive Ignite Elongated48:39 Paddles in the work__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:New Paddle Directory and pages: https://pickleballeffect.com/paddles/Follow Pickleball Pundits: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballpundits/ 👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTActive Tac Overgrips Amazon: https://amzn.to/4pRV3K8 Active Tac Overgrips store: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/products/active-tac-overgrip-6-pack-ring?variant=53761859485920 Pickleball Apes Zen S+: https://www.pickleballapes.com/products/zen-new-paddle?sca_ref=4608508.ipmCfUFGpV&sca_source=stats Thrive Ignite Elongated: https://thrivepb.com/products/ignite-elongated-foam-new/?sca_ref=5610194.6jsyCS8G5F BNB Loco sales: https://www.bnbpickleball.com/?irclickid=z7sxc2zguxycWhd042UQL24mUkuSHvXHCyx2zM0&sharedid=&irpid=5059526&irgwc=1&afsrc=1 All our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  These Paddles Will Make a Comeback + Steal These Shots From Pros | EP 133 21.07.2026 1h 6m

  👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 See all PE promo codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview01:53 Weekly update - Claude is Braydon’s new friend08:01 How AI is affecting reviews14:04 Special delivery - Active Tac, Haworth Sig, Mission First16:46 Under Review - Top three skills/shots amateurs should steal from pros20:00 #1 Pre shot preparation23:10 #2 Backhand slick dink & drop25:57 #3 The short hop31:27 Aaron it Out - Drafting our full pickleball kit (a cruel game)44:47 Paddle Babble - Playing with Anna Bright 128 SW setup52:20 Ronbus Tenon update56:48 Five paddles that will resurge with durable grit__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:New Paddle Directory and pages: https://pickleballeffect.com/paddles/Follow Pickleball Pundits: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballpundits/ 👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTAsk in comments for links to gear mentioned or look up brands here: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Ronbus Tenon Grit Test, Pakle Fuse + USAP Finally Doing Spin Test | EP 132 14.07.2026 1h 9m

  👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 See all PE promo codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview02:04 Weekly update - best jeopardy scores04:05 Braydon is a banger07:36 Special delivery12:26 Under Review - Anna Bright’s heavy widebody setup20:06 Aaron it Out - USAP finally doing spin testing!28:17 Do brands need to certify with UPA anymore?32:05 Answering Reddit paddle comparison questions32:40 Coral Pro Hybrid vs Power 2 Ultre33:58 $300 budget for bag and paddle birthday gift36:40 Good on demand all court paddle38:24 What are the latest hyped control paddles39:56 Aura Pro vs Power 2 Ultre41:24 Paddle Babble - Catherine Parenteu playing LUZZ Glider42:49 Ronbus Tenon performance stats & play impressions52:02 Tenon grit retention results54:37 Aaron’s Pakle play impressions1:02:01 Pakle vs Spartus Spitfire1:03:11 Head Pro Boom EX1:05:37 Selkirk CourtStrike 3.0 shoes__________________________________________👉 Links to gear mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTSelkirk CourtStrike 3.0 shoes (code inf-braydonu): https://www.selkirk.com/collections/courtstrike-3-0/?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=yt Ronbus: https://ronbus.com/?ApplyPromo=pbeffectSix Zero Coral Pro: https://us.sixzeropickleball.com/products/coral-pro?sca_ref=9892574.6WfkgoNKloc0yI&sca_source=yt 11SIX24 Power 2 Ultre: https://11six24.com/collections/power-paddles/products/ultre-power-2?sca_ref=7474553.EbeKeAv2hF0Rh4oJ&sca_source=pr Friday Aura Pro: https://fridaypickle.com/products/aura-pro-paddle?snowball=pbeffect CRBN: https://www.crbnpickleball.com/discount/10EFFECT Honolulu Pickleball: https://808pickle.com/?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb Pakle Pickleball: https://paklepickleball.com/discount/BRAYDONUNSICKER?rs_ref=lHCnu22r  👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Can You Beat Us at Pickleball Jeopardy? + Is Pickleball Really Dying? | EP 131 07.07.2026 55m

  👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 See all PE promo codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Play Pickleball Jeopardy: https://pickle-jeopordy.base44.app __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview03:04 Weekly update - 4th, website updates06:46 Why less releases lately, Special Delivery10:05 Under Review - 14 vs 16mm foam paddle feel23:27 Aaron it Out - Why nobody is playing pickleball anymore debate25:21 Boomers are aging out & growth has slowed30:19 Padel is taking over & paddle business is cracking35:40 Pickleball franchises are dying38:58 Paddle Babble - Ronbus Tenon41:27 Pickleball Jeopardy!42:08 Paddle History45:33 Reviewer History47:27 Pro Player History51:35 Random Questions__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:Paddle Comparison Tool (now filter by impact feel): https://comparison.pickleballeffect.com/ How to pick a paddle article: https://pickleballeffect.com/resources/other/the-definitive-guide-for-choosing-a-pickleball-paddle/ Why nobody is playing pickleball video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNiOhjB7hNI Play Pickleball Jeopardy: https://pickle-jeopordy.base44.app👉 Links to paddles mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTRonbus: https://ronbus.com/?ApplyPromo=pbeffect👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Spartus Spitfire, Paddles for Less Arm Strain, and Aaron’s Gameshow | EP 130 30.06.2026 1h 4m

  Spartus is releasing the first budget paddle we've tested with a highly durable grit texture. We break down the data and how it plays. We also dive into the best paddles for tennis elbow and do a gameshow Aaron created to test Braydon against his own brain. 👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 See all PE promo codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview04:05 Special delivery04:36 Under Review - Best paddles for arm comfort10:19 Aaron it Out - Scoreboard falls on pro player15:15 NFL stars seen playing pickleball17:50 Aaron’s gameshow testing Braydon’s brain30:13 Paddle Babble - Spartus Spitfire30:54 Grit retention results34:39 Performance stats, tech & feel37:41 Aaron’s take47:19 Three reasons it’s unique48:28 VS Inferno, J6CR, Hurache-X, P154:05 Neonic Swift FLX56:38 RPM Friction Pro V258:58 Paddletek TKO-X__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:PE Paddle Comfort Index Article: https://pickleballeffect.com/resources/best-pickleball-paddles-for-tennis-elbow-and-arm-comfort/ 👉 Links to paddles mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTSix Zero Coral Pro: https://pickleballcentral.com/paddles/by-brand/6-0-six-zero-pickleball-paddles/?oid=9&affid=7945169&source_id=promo&tab=products#/productsFilter:custom_collection:Coral$2520Pro Spartus: https://gospartus.com/?sca_ref=6068785.myJ3OwCv4B&sca_source=discountRPM Friction Pro V2: https://collabs.shop/aj1u3i Neonic: https://neonicpickleball.com?sca_ref=4377451.jlzqfvnOEH Paddletek: https://pickleballcentral.com/paddles/by-brand/paddletek-pickleball-paddles/?oid=9&affid=7945169&source_id=promo 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Addressing Gen 4 Hype, Market Shifts & Why Head Might Be Ready to Start Winning | EP 129 23.06.2026 1h

  👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 See all PE promo codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview02:30 Braydon paddle setups library & Matt to an all-court07:52 Special delivery09:17 Under Review - Highest spinning paddle & RPM Q2 setups11:38 RPM Q2 elongated setups16:56 RPM Q2 widebody setups19:30 Aaron it Out - Why Tyra was traded23:50 Are Gen 4 paddles all hype?30:06 Aaron preaches in favor of gen 437:02 Paddle recon: what paddles are coming40:23 Paddle Babble - Tama seen playing with Coral Pro41:19 State of paddle market thoughts43:52 Head will be legacy brand that rises53:42 Scoop Sidewinder56:27 Our current personal top 3 paddles__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:Braydon’s paddle setup library: https://tune.pickleballeffect.com/setup-library Matt Reny paddle journey article: https://pickleballeffect.com/resources/my-pickleball-paddle-journey-what-3-0-to-4-5-actually-looked-like/ Paddle Tuning Strips (code PBEFFECT): https://pickleballeffectshop.com/products/tuning-tape-strips Paddle Cap Coins (code PBEFFECT): https://pickleballeffectshop.com/products/cap-coins 👉 Links to paddles mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTRPM Q2: https://collabs.shop/ywmxhl Six Zero Coral Pro: https://pickleballcentral.com/paddles/by-brand/6-0-six-zero-pickleball-paddles/?oid=9&affid=7945169&source_id=promo&tab=products#/productsFilter:custom_collection:Coral$2520Pro Honolulu J2CR: https://808pickle.com/collections/honolulu-foam/products/j2cr-crystal-blue-endurance-surface%E2%84%A2-pre-order?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb&variant=51746641445184 Thrive Ignite: https://thrivepb.com/products/products-https-thrivepb-com-products-fury-hybrid-15-5-mm-gen-3-5-power-series-6-month-warranty-copy?sca_ref=5610194.6jsyCS8G5F&sca_source=written Spartus P1 Standard: https://gospartus.com/collections/paddles/products/p1-standard?sca_ref=6068785.myJ3OwCv4B&sca_source=yt Head Pickleball: https://www.head.com/en_US/pickleball 👉 Support the channel: Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  11SIX24 Ultre, Coral Pro, Frozen Inferno & I Read it on Reddit | EP 128 16.06.2026 58m

  We discuss why the 11SIX24 Ultre feels different, share new information on the Six Zero Coral Pro series and LUZZ Frozen Inferno, and dive into the depths of Reddit to react to what players are talking about.  👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 See all PE promo codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview & intro02:00 Shoutout to pickle star nephew Drew06:51 Special delivery08:32 Under Review - Customer service tiers of brands13:03 Aaron it Out - ALW is top 100 most influential people in sports17:50 I read it on Reddit - pickleball injuries 21:41 I read it on Reddit - live paddle fitting26:47 Paddle Babble - 11SIX24 Ultre33:19 Ultre sound difference37:02 Ultre vs J6CR 40:28 Coral Pro extended thoughts48:44 LUZZ Frozen Inferno53:28 Squariz XRZ2 court shoes56:30 Our go to shoes right now & last thing__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:Comparison Tool: https://comparison.pickleballeffect.com/ Tuning Lab: https://tune.pickleballeffect.com/ 👉 Links to paddles mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECT11SIX24 Power 2 Ultre: https://11six24.com/collections/power-paddles/products/ultre-power-2?sca_ref=7474553.EbeKeAv2hF0Rh4oJ&sca_source=written Six Zero Coral Pro: https://us.sixzeropickleball.com/products/coral-pro?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1&sca_source=ig  Honolulu J2CR: https://808pickle.com/collections/honolulu-foam/products/j2cr-crystal-blue-endurance-surface%E2%84%A2-pre-order?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb&variant=51746641445184 LUZZ Frozen Inferno: https://luzzpickleball.com/products/luzz-pro-4-frozen-inferno?sca_ref=9809117.VbWrtANPhw&sca_source=stats Squariz XRZ2 (discount auto applied at checkout): https://pickleballcentral.com/sqairz-xrz2-pickleball-court-shoes-men-s-storm-gray/?oid=9&affid=7945169&source_id=promo 👉 Support the channel:Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Mid-Year Paddle Winners, Honorable Mentions & Misses + Interview With Selkirk & BNB | EP 127 09.06.2026 1h 5m

  The 2026 mid-year paddle recap is here. We discuss the standout releases, honorable mentions, and disappointments of the year so far, share Nerdy Tourney stories and results, and interview the CEOs of Selkirk and Bread & Butter.  👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 See all PE promo codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview & intro03:10 Braydon’s DUPR reset results07:17 Special delivery11:08 Under Review - CEOs of Selkirk & BNB interview15:18 Why Selkirk chose BNB19:22 Advice for new brands23:17 Has paddle technology plateaued?27:51 Will we see InfiniGrit on a Loco?32:00 Aaron it Out - Nerdy Tourney results40:23 Dunk tank and elite chirping from Selkirk Doug43:37 Whiskey Dink, John Kew drumming, porta potty joke13:58 Stories from the weekend49:12 Paddle Babble - Mid year paddle check in50:30 Best paddle releases so far54:20 Honorable mentions for best paddles57:42 Good but not elite paddles1:02:18 Missed the mark paddles__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:Comparison Tool: https://comparison.pickleballeffect.com/ Tuning Lab: https://tune.pickleballeffect.com/ 👉 Links to paddles mentioned:Promo code: PBEFFECTSix Zero Coral Pro (coming June 13): https://us.sixzeropickleball.com/?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1 Honolulu J2CR: https://808pickle.com/collections/honolulu-foam/products/j2cr-crystal-blue-endurance-surface%E2%84%A2-pre-order?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb&variant=51746641445184 Babolat Jet Mach 4: https://www.babolat.com/us/jet-mach-4-all-court-men/1115-30S26629B.html 11SIX24 Power 2 Vapor: https://11six24.com/products/vapor-power-2?sca_ref=7474553.EbeKeAv2hF0Rh4oJ&sca_source=written Selkirk Omni (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/products/selkirk-omni-pickleball-paddle?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=written&variant=45607806173286 Thrive Ignite: https://thrivepb.com/products/products-https-thrivepb-com-products-fury-hybrid-15-5-mm-gen-3-5-power-series-6-month-warranty-copy?sca_ref=5610194.6jsyCS8G5F&sca_source=written Friday Aura Pro: https://fridaypickle.com/products/aura-pro-paddle?snowball=pbeffect Spartus P1 Standard: https://gospartus.com/collections/paddles/products/p1-standard?sca_ref=6068785.myJ3OwCv4B&sca_source=yt 👉 Support the channel:Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast
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  Selkirk Omni vs Best All-Court Paddles + 11SIX24 Ultre | EP 126 02.06.2026 1h 4m

  Everything you need to know about the new Selkirk Omni, how it compares to the top all-court paddles on the market, community favorite paddles under $200, and fitting Aaron’s dad to the right paddle.  👉 Shop Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/save 👉 Shop Selkirk Omni (code INF-BRADYONU): https://www.selkirk.com/products/selkirk-omni-pickleball-paddle?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=yt&variant=45607806173286 TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview & intro01:16 Nerdy Tourney paddles & tungsten is back04:02 Special delivery05:48 Under Review - Comparing trending paddles10:27 Aaron it Out - RPM & Six Zero drama13:58 Reactions to community best paddles under $20020:12 Paddle fitting Aaron’s dad24:34 Paddle Babble - Omni tech26:23 MOI numbers and thoughts29:36 Specs with and without MOI32:53 Play impressions42:38 Omni vs Boomstik44:52 Omni vs Coral48:18 Omni vs Pro V50:38 Omni vs J2NF53:45 Recommended Omni setups59:06 11SIX24 Ultre__________________________________________👉 Links to stuff mentioned:Comparison Tool: https://comparison.pickleballeffect.com/ Tuning Lab: https://tune.pickleballeffect.com/ 5g Tuning Clamps (code PBEFFECT): https://pickleballeffectshop.com/products/pickleball-effect-tuning-clamps-adjustable-clamp-on-pickleball-paddle-tuning-weights?variant=48730594181344 4g Tuning Strips (code PBEFFECT): https://pickleballeffectshop.com/products/tuning-tape-strips 👉 Links to paddles mentioned:Shop Six Zero (code PBEFFECT): https://us.sixzeropickleball.com/?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1 Shop JOOLA: https://joola-usa.myshopify.com/pbeffect Shop Honolulu Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): Shop 11SIX24 (code PBEFFECT): https://11six24.com/?sca_ref=7474553.EbeKeAv2hF0Rh4oJ&sca_source=coupon Shop Selkirk (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=coupontable 👉 Support the channel:Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast