Posts by Steve Johns

After testing 18 different high-performance paddles over 90 days—on both competitive indoor courts and hot outdoor asphalt—I’ve gained a deep understanding of which thermoformed models truly...

I’m a competitive pickleball enthusiast who believes the paddle is the single most critical piece of equipment. After extensively testing 18 leading models over the last six months, spanning...

As an equipment specialist and competitive player, I understand that finding maximum performance shouldn't require emptying your wallet. After testing over 25 different paddle models—from...

I have personally dedicated over 150 hours to testing budget-friendly pickleball gear, evaluating more than 20 different paddle models on both indoor and outdoor surfaces to find true quality without...

I am a certified pickleball coach and equipment specialist, and finding genuine value in the highly competitive paddle market is my specialty. After testing 15 different models over 90 days on both...

As a competitive pickleball player and equipment specialist, I understand the challenge of maximizing performance without emptying your wallet. The sub-$150 category is hyper-competitive, mixing...