Unbiased Pickleball Paddle & Gear Reviews for Every Player

Hey there! I'm Mark. You know me, the one who's always got a new paddle in hand every time we hit the courts. I figured, why not jot down my thoughts on all this gear I keep trying out?

‍So, here we are.

If you're curious about what's hitting the shelves or just want my take on the latest gear, stick around. I usually grab stuff as soon as it drops. No fluff, just honest thoughts from one pickleball fan to another.

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RPM Numbers? Not Buying It: Honestly, trying to measure RPMs on pickleball paddles feels a bit pointless... With carbon fiber everywhere these days, you're getting good spin, period. No need to obsess over the numbers.

Same Paddle, Different Grit? Totally Possible: Ever noticed how two of the exact same paddle model can feel different? I've seen it myself with paddles like the Joola Perseus. Grit varies a lot, even from the same batch. So, we won't be crowning a 'King of Spin' around here. That idea just doesn't hold up.

Ava Roberts

If I want to grow this thing, I'm going to need some help from you guys. Ava is not real. I'm on the lookout for some real testimonials though!

Erik Nelson

Yup, you guessed it... Erik is not real either! Help me out with some kind words :)

Caleb Thompson

Caleb, total fake. Email me at mark@aroundthepost.net if you like anything I say! I think I'll have some real quotes here soon!

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March 10, 2024

11SIX24 Hurache-X Control+ 16mm

Is this the double black diamond with a longer handle?

March 10, 2024

You're here early!

If you're here, you're early and I'm just setting everything up. I haven’t sent any emails yet but boy have I tested a lot of paddles. I've got some fun reviews on the way. Hang tight!