Quick answer Tyson McGuffin plays the JOOLA Magnus line — his signature paddles, including the Magnus 3S and the Magnus CAS “The Lion.” One of the most explosive, athletic players in the game, Tyson McGuffin gets asked constantly: what paddle…
Quick answer Anna Leigh Waters’ signature paddle is the Franklin C45 Aurelius — but here’s the twist: on tour in late 2026 she’s actually been competing with an unreleased, unmarked Franklin “mystery” paddle (the blacked-out one with a white question…
Quick answer Ben Johns plays the JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V (16mm) — his signature raw carbon-fiber paddle. He has been sponsored by JOOLA since 2022. If you want to play like the most decorated man in pickleball, the…
What is a foam-core pickleball paddle? A foam-core paddle replaces some or all of the traditional polypropylene honeycomb inside the paddle with injected or moulded foam — usually EPP (expanded polypropylene) or MPP. The foam fills the space the honeycomb…
The 30-second version Pros replace paddles constantly — some top players swap every couple of tournaments, and even role players go through them every few weeks to a few months. You don’t need to. A recreational player’s paddle typically lasts…
Disclosure: Jason is a Selkirk Advocate and receives discounted product. Selkirk has no input into our ratings, which come from independent testing by Pickleball Studio and John Kew. The 30-second version Ben Johns plays the JOOLA Perseus Pro V; Anna…
What are the best pickleball paddles for tennis players? If you’re coming from tennis, the paddles that feel most natural are elongated (16.5″ long), on the heavier end (roughly 230–255g), and built for power and spin — because that’s what…
What are the best pickleball paddles for beginners? The best pickleball paddles for beginners are forgiving, not powerful. Look for a widebody shape (the biggest sweet spot), a weight around 7.7 to 8.1 oz, and a price between $85 and…
The 30-second version The Franklin Aurelius 12.7mm is genuinely ultra-light — 7.28 oz static weight and a 92.3 swing weight, well under the 100 mark that defines the category. It pairs a short 5.1-inch handle with a slim 4.0-inch grip,…
The 30-second version What it is: The Joola Perseus Pro V 16mm is a 2026 Gen 3 elongated power paddle, MSRP $299, built on an EVA foam and polymer honeycomb core with a raw carbon fiber face. Independent score: Pickleball…
