Pickleball Central Blog

Paddle Review: Paddletek GTO-C 12.7 & 14.3mm Hybrid Paddles

by Jason Flamm on Aug 1, 2025

Bottom Line If you like power, spin, and a paddle that just feels right in your hand, the Paddletek GTO-C is worth a serious lo … read more

Paddle Review: Holbrook ARMA Paddles

by Jason Flamm on Jun 6, 2025

Bottom Line Holbrook’s new ARMA paddles bring serious power, crisp touch, and next-level spin to the power paddle market.&n … read more

Engage Pursuit Pro1 Innovation: Player Review

by Angela Deng on Apr 21, 2025

Model: Engage Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm and 15.2mm Manufacturer: Engage Paddle Type: 12.7mm (Power) and 15.2 (All-Court Lean … read more

Paddle Review: Engage Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm & 15.2mm

by Jason Flamm on Apr 8, 2025

  Paddle Review: Engage Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm & 15.2mm by Jason Flamm on April 7, 2025 Bottom Line: The Engage … read more

Which Six Zero Pickleball Paddle You Should Buy

by Joseph Sutton on Mar 5, 2025

The Six Zero Lineup Explained The Six Zero paddle lineup is impressive, but with so many options, it can be difficu … read more

5 Most Expensive Pickleball Paddles

by Joseph Sutton on Mar 5, 2025

When it comes to pickleball, the right paddle can make all the difference in your game. At Pickleball Central, we understan … read more

Top 5 Lightweight Pickleball Paddles

by Joseph Sutton on Feb 21, 2025

Heavy paddles are great, until.... You can't get it into position quick enough or worse... you are straining your m … read more

Paddle Review: Avoura Rhapsody 13

by Joseph Sutton on Feb 4, 2025

Bottom Line: The made in America Avoura Rhapsody’s real super powers are speed ups and counter attacks. The low sw … read more

Proton Paddle Lineup Review

by Joseph Sutton on Dec 27, 2024

What's so special about Proton Paddles? Proton paddles have been featured on the top of professional podiums all year, a … read more

Holbrook Aero Pickleball Paddle Lineup Review

by Joseph Sutton on Dec 27, 2024

The Holbrook Aero Paddle Lineup Explained Holbrook has released some of the best edgeless paddles on the market with … read more

Paddle Review: JOOLA Anna Bright Scorpius 3S 14mm

by Angela Deng on Nov 20, 2024

Bottom Line: If you are looking for power, a long handle and a large sweet spot this is the paddle for you. This paddl … read more

Paddletek Bantam ESQ-C Paddle Review

by Joseph Sutton on Sep 30, 2024

Bottom Line: The Paddletek Esquire is a defensive weapon that has enough pop to put pressure on your opponents from the … read more

Best Pickleball Paddles of 2024

by Joseph Sutton on Sep 17, 2024

At Pickleball Central, we test hundreds of new paddles every year, and only the best pickleball paddles are selected to … read more

Bringing the Fun to Pickleball: A Chat with Recess Pickleball's Founders

by Kelly Frazier on Sep 10, 2024

Pickleball has been winning hearts across the globe, and few brands capture the spirit of fun and community like Recess Pick … read more

Versix Vector Pickleball Paddle Review

by Joseph Sutton on Aug 28, 2024

Bottom Line: The Versix Vector is a solid feeling paddle that offers all-court to power performance on court. Though … read more

HEAD Boom Tour Paddle Review

by Joseph Sutton on Aug 21, 2024

HEAD BOOM Tour Pickleball Paddle Review: Power, Precision, and a Few Trade-offs Bottom Line: HEAD&rsq … read more

Paddletek's 2024 Carbon Fiber Tempest & Bantam Paddles - A Well-Rounded Line-Up, Worth the Wait!

by Karen Thomas on Aug 19, 2024

Major Paddletek Paddle Launch - a Legacy in Pickleball Delivers Game Winning Performance In 2010, Michigan-based Paddl … read more

The Best Made in the USA Pickleball Paddles (and more)

by Joseph Sutton on Aug 19, 2024

In the world of pickleball, quality and performance are paramount. At Pickleball Central, we understand that our customers … read more