Gearbox Pro Power Fusion Sound Samples
I took the soon-to-be-released Pro Fusion paddle out to record sound samples compared to two other paddles using a standard aggressive topspin serve. One thermoformed, the Vatic Pro Alchemy 13.5mm. And one non-thermoformed, the Engage Pursuit Pro MX. You’ll notice a dampened sound with the Pro Fusion while the others have a higher pitch and […]
Gearbox Pro Power Fusion Initial Thoughts
Let’s start with the TLDR with the Gearbox Pro Power Fusion: This is the most fun and unique paddle I’ve ever used, and I’m convinced this is a true gen 4 paddle. Gearbox crafted a truly unique paddle with the upcoming Pro Series, which includes Pro Power and Pro Control models. Both have two shapes […]
Engage Pursuit Pro MX 6.0 Impressions
Let’s start with the TLDR: The Engage Pursuit Pro MX 6.0 is wicked. Usually a paddle feels either too light and I need to weight it up before stepping onto the court, but this just felt solid at stock. Drives and third shot drops are aggressive and nasty. Engage Pickleball really upgraded their line of […]
Selkirk Labs Project 005 S2 Review
Let’s start with the TLDR: The Selkirk Labs Project 005 line of paddles doesn’t deserve the hate. I think it was misunderstood. This paddle serves a specific purpose of providing more control than the Power Air line and more power than the 003 line. I’ve spent a few weeks maining the Selkirk Labs Project 005 […]
A Better Pickleball Serve in 15 Seconds
Let’s focus on having a better pickleball serve. There are two types of serves: a drop serve and a volley. We’ll focus on the volley.
Vatic Pro Alchemy Review
Let’s start with the TLDR: The Vatic Pro Alchemy is the most unique paddle available. It has a satisfying spongey feel right in the sweet spot not seen amongst any thermoform paddle, and has a great balance of control and power. That spongey feel is what makes it unique and incredibly fun to use. I […]
Ronbus R1 Nova Initial Thoughts
Let’s start with the TLDR: The Ronbus R1 Nova is marketed as a “Gen 3” thermoform paddle. It’s fairly soft with pop, and is on the lower end of power. Control focused. As a part of the xPRO program, Ronbus’ closed group for player focus testing, I have tried the original alpha Nova and now […]
Spartus Ballista Initial Thoughts
The average human attention span is 8.25 seconds. And I hate to say I was disappointed with the Spartus Ballista before I stepped onto the court. Let’s start with that TLDR: The Spartus Ballista seemed to have an interesting new technology with build of the face and core; however, is a completely baffling design. As […]
Effortless spin with the Diadem Edge 18K
I’ve been playing with the Diadem Edge 18K paddle for a few weeks. Mainly versus 4.0-5.0 opponents. This seems to be one of the most slept on paddles. Players are overlooking it. You should wake up and give it a chance. As per usual, let’s start with a quick TLDR. This paddle makes spin truly […]