Pickleball Effect: The Podcast

Augie Ge joins the pod fresh off his first PPA gold to break down the win and what it means for his career. We also dive into foam paddle trends on tour and what pros really think about them, Anna Leigh Waters moving to Franklin, first impressions of the new Gherkin Draco, our thoughts on Blumaka insoles, and a few budget pickleball bags that genuinely impressed us.Save on pickleball gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Vote for PE for the Dink Awards: https://dinkawards.com/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro00:42 Preview and Dink Awards nominee10:23 Under Review - Interview with Augi Ge11:33 Life in Arizona and house of pickleball16:07 Talking through Augie’s PPA gold win23:19 Augie’s 2026 season plan26:37 What do pro players think of foam paddles38:31 Aaron it Out - Interview reactions47:16 ALW to Franklin confirmed53:47 Other pro sponsor moves57:34 PPA Masters preview1:00:49 Paddle Babble - Gherkin Draco1:12:04 Blumaka non slip insoles1:22:15 Aaron pre-ties his shoes?1:25:11 Neonic Sidekick bag is $991:27:33 Holbrook Court bag is $70__________________________________________👉 Links to gear mentioned:Gherkin (code PBEFFECT): https://www.gherkinusa.com?sca_ref=8451520.i1GSfwzceE Blumaka non slip insoles (code PBEFFECT): https://blumaka.com/products/nonslip-insoles?sca_ref=10212844.0HLiuZPYEsMo&sca_source=e Neonic Sidekick bag (code PBEFFECT): https://neonicpickleball.com/products/neonic-pickleball-rec-bag-sidekick?sca_ref=4377451.jlzqfvnOEH&sca_source=yt Holbrook Court Bag (code PBEFFECT): https://holbrookpickleball.com/products/court-bag?sca_ref=7164907.iSwO25H8FK&sca_source=yt&utm_source=7164907&utm_medium=braydon-unsicker&utm_campaign=172645&utm_term=Youtubers-/-Large-influencers 👉 Support the channel:Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast

The pod is back for 2026. Braydon and Aaron break down their grit durability test results, cover sponsor shakeups across the pro scene including Anna Leigh Waters and Andre Daescu, and wrap with first impressions on recent paddle testing, including the Volair Shift, Spartus P1, and the GRUVN LAZR and MUVN Full Foam paddles.Save on pickleball gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro02:41 Cohost change & episode preview08:00 Weekly Update - Upcoming videos13:50 Under Review - Grit durability testing18:31 Ranking of the grits26:17 Phase 2 of grit test31:12 Aaron it Out - 11SIX24 signing and paddle info35:09 Is USAP certification needed anymore?43:15 ALW leaving Paddletek51:50 More player sponsor changes57:44 Paddle Babble - Volair Shift 1:15:57 Spartus P11:21:29 GRUVN foams1:28:50 Aaron Coral impressions__________________________________________👉 Links to gear mentioned:11SIX24 (code PBEFFECT): https://11six24.com?sca_ref=7474553.EbeKeAv2hF0Rh4oJ GRUVN Lazr full foam (code PBEFFECT): https://gruvn.co/collections/lazr-full-foam-kevlar-carbon-paddles/products/lazr-16x-full-foam-red?sca_ref=7590568.4ScBLo9pAx&sca_source=pod RPM Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): https://rpmpb.com/PBEFFECT Selkirk Boomstik (code PBEFFECT): https://www.selkirk.com/products/selkirk-labs-project-boomstik?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=hl Six Zero Coral (code PBEFFECT): https://www.sixzeropickleball.com/products/coral-16mm?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1&sca_source=written Spartus P1 (code PBEFFECT): https://gospartus.com/products/p1-hybrid?sca_ref=6068785.myJ3OwCv4B&sca_source=pod 👉 Support the channel:Save on gear and support the channel using our discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ Pickleball Effect products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ 👉 Join the PE community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE/Braydon’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghenaric/ 👉 Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/#pickleball #podcast

It’s the last episode of the year, and we’re handing out the 2025 paddle awards. Braydon, Kyle, and Aaron run through the paddles and gear that earned their spot, the surprises, the letdowns, and what shaped the year in pickleball gear.All the paddles and gear we talked about are linked below with any discounts available. Using those links doesn’t cost you extra and goes a long way in supporting the reviews we do.__________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro04:12 Best power paddle10:24 Best all court paddle17:46 Best control paddle22:59 Paddle of the year34:04 Most underrated paddle38:39 Best bang for you buck39:39 What paddle did you want to love but didn’t43:41 Biggest paddle miss49:51 Favorite accessory 53:26 Most improved brand56:48 Breakout brand of the year1:00:06 Brand on the decline1:03:46 People’s choice awards1:08:29 2026 paddle trend predictions1:20:12 See you again next year__________________________________________Links to gear mentioned:👉 The Big FourBread & Butter Loco Hybrid & Elongated (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/rQ5oYd Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro Bloom (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com/products/v-sol-pro-16mm?variant=62511728132255&sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=yt Selkirk Boomstik Elongated (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/products/selkirk-labs-project-boomstik?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=written Pickleball Apes Charm (code PBEFFECT): https://www.pickleballapes.com/collections/charm-series?sca_ref=4608508.ipmCfUFGpV&sca_source=written Six Zero Coral (code PBEFFECT): https://www.sixzeropickleball.com/products/coral-16mm?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1&sca_source=written Honolulu J2NF (code PBEFFECT): https://808pickle.com/products/sword-shield-j2fc-beta-pre-order-copy?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb&sca_source=yt Franklin C45 16mm (code PBEFFECT): https://franklinsports.sjv.io/Vxq59M Chorus Shapeshifter (code PBEFFECT): https://choruspickleball.com/collections/shapeshifter?sca_ref=7009543.2WCADLmv40&sca_source=yt 👉 Specialty AwardsGherkin Nightshade (code PBEFFECT): https://www.gherkinusa.com/products/nightshade?sca_ref=8451520.i1GSfwzceE&sca_source=yt Engage Alpha Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://engagepickleball.com/products/alphapro?aff=101 Enhance Duo (code PBEFFECT): https://enhancepickleball.com/products/duo?ref=trbmrlzi LUZZ Cannon (code PBEFFECT): https://luzzpickleball.com/products/luzzpickleball-cannon-paddle-t700-carbon-friction-surface-thermoformed?sca_ref=9809117.VbWrtANPhw&sca_source=yt Ronbus Quanta (code PBEFFECT): https://www.ronbus.com/quanta-series.html?ApplyPromo=PBEFFECT Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com/products/v-sol-pro-16mm?variant=62511728132255&sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=yt 👉 Accessory AwardsSlyce Slyders (code PBEFFECT): https://slycesport.com/products/slyce-slydrs%E2%84%A2-adjustable-clamp-on-pickleball-paddle-weights?sca_ref=6745639.ISUznjgov7&sca_source=yt Paddle Tuning Tape (code PBEFFECT): https://pickleballeffectshop.com/products/paddle-tuning-tape ADV Flex Backpack (code PBEFFECT): https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=/products/flex-backpack Life Time Ball (use link for discount): https://pickleballcentral.com/lt-pro-48-pickleball/?oid=9&affid=7945169&source_id=promo 👉 Brand AwardsSelkirk (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=coupontable Six Zero (code PBEFFECT): https://www.sixzeropickleball.com/?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1&sca_source=coupontable Franklin (code PBEFFECT): https://franklinsports.sjv.io/XY9jna LUZZ (code PBEFFECT): https://luzzpickleball.com/?sca_ref=9809117.VbWrtANPhw Enhance (code PBEFFECT): https://enhancepickleball.com/products/the-dink-master-pro?ref=trbmrlzi RPM (code PBEFFECT): https://www.pickleballwarehouse.com/RPM_Friction_Pro_Elongated_Pickleball_Paddle/descpage-RFPP.html?from=effect 

Braydon and Kyle break down the latest shifts in the community’s most-mained paddles, react to that wild net-cord moment from the recent PPA event, and dive into how overgrips and Hesacore grips affect paddle stats. They also share early thoughts on the Six Zero Coral and the Proton Peacock.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE BFCM Deals: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UZKLNvaxW3IZpDqFPDyH8KxRfuF29IAqFm-ACAI7kTg/edit?usp=sharing Main Paddle Monitor App: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro03:57 Weekly Update - Choke up, PE shop deal, Kyle to Japan12:36 Main Paddle Monitor moves15:01 3.0 to 5.0 - Learn these stock shots20:34 Kyle’s Corner - Pros using widebody shape24:55 Crazy net call, Boise is building courts31:19 Paddle Babble - Paddle stats impact of overgrip and Hesacore36:39 Coral performance thoughts42:18 Pre production Opal vs production Opal46:20 Proton Peacock __________________________________________Stuff mentioned:Paddle Tuning Lab: https://tune.pickleballeffect.com/ PE Paddle Accessories Giveaway: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ Hesacore Grips (code PBEFFECT): https://shop.hesacore.com/collections/frontpage?ref=pmpwmicl Six Zero (code PBEFFECT): https://www.sixzeropickleball.com/?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1&sca_source=yt Proton (use link to apply discount): https://pickleballcentral.com/paddles/by-brand/proton-pickleball-paddles/?oid=9&affid=7945169&source_id=promo Bread & Butter (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/3eqGKK ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE BFCM Deals: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UZKLNvaxW3IZpDqFPDyH8KxRfuF29IAqFm-ACAI7kTg/edit?usp=sharing People’s Choice Paddle Awards: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro04:06 Best Black Friday deals coming up13:26 3.0 to 5.0 - Forehand roll tips18:11 Kyle’s Corner - Slyce Slyders21:55 Chris Cali can’t do PPA tournament recaps25:06 Paddle Babble - Charm & Duo launched30:45 Six Zero Coral Specs37:22 Why are pros choking up on their paddles?__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:Deals/PaddlesBabolat (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/XjiqJnBread & Butter (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/3eqGKKChorus (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/tu7kFlEnhance Duo (code PBEFFECT): https://enhancepickleball.com/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=%2Fcollections%2FpaddlesForward Bags (no code needed): https://a8qh.short.gy/RVPzEHHolbrook (code PBEFFECT50): https://a8qh.short.gy/u7GGHOPickleball Apes Charm (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/aOQZDFVatic Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com/?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=coupontableOtherRyan Dawidjan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/picklebald/ Pickleball Apes written review: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-apes-charm-series-review-all-court-with-activated-power/ ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Braydon, Kyle, and Aaron share their personal favorite pickleball paddles that they play their best ball with.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE BFCM Deals: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UZKLNvaxW3IZpDqFPDyH8KxRfuF29IAqFm-ACAI7kTg/edit?usp=sharing People’s Choice Paddle Awards: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro04:06 People’s choice paddle awards voting is open07:05 Picks format slot number 517:33 Slot number 426:21 Slot number 336:07 Slot number 242:21 Slot number 154:04 How many paddles Braydon got in 2025__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:11SIX24 (code PBEFFECT): https://11six24.com/?sca_ref=5298104.j6FGx2tbv2&sca_source=coupon Six Zero (code PBEFFECT): https://www.sixzeropickleball.com/?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1&sca_source=coupontable Enhance (code PBEFFECT): https://enhancepickleball.com/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fpaddles Franklin (code PBEFFECT): https://franklinsports.sjv.io/XY9jna Gearbox (code PBEFFECT): https://gearboxsports.com/products/gx2-power-hybrid?rfsn=7676489.281577 Honolulu (code PBEFFECT): https://808pickle.com/braydonunsicker5946671 Vatic Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com/?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=coupontable Selkirk (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=coupontable Bread & Butter (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/3eqGKK ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE BFCM Deals: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UZKLNvaxW3IZpDqFPDyH8KxRfuF29IAqFm-ACAI7kTg/edit?usp=sharing __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro04:22 Weekly Update - 11SIX24 sale & BFCM sale sheet07:15 Kyle to Japan and ironman 10:48 3.0 to 5.0 - Short hopping aggressive serves17:19 Kyle’s Corner - Expensive glasses company sponsoring players21:55 MLP Cup results23:54 Paddle Babble - are 14mm paddles still needed?30:49 Kyle’s take on Opal & Runout36:39 Enhance Duo43:24 Pickleball Apes Charm55:59 New JOOLA budget paddles__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:11SIX24 (code PBEFFECT): https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=/products/flex-backpackBFCM Deals: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UZKLNvaxW3IZpDqFPDyH8KxRfuF29IAqFm-ACAI7kTg/edit?usp=sharingSix Zero (code PBEFFECT): https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=/products/flex-backpackEnhance (code PBEFFECT): https://fandbsports.com/collections/carbon-fiber-pickleball-paddles Pickleball Apes (code PBEFFECT): https://engagepickleball.com/products/alphapro?variant=42036424998989&aff=101 Budget JOOLA (no code available): https://enhancepickleball.com/products/the-dink-master-pro?ref=trbmrlzi ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE All Pickleball Effect codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro02:01 Weekly Update - Big giveaway winner03:20 New moneyball format/Collegiate regional09:02 3.0 to 5.0 - Being aggressive on 4ths and 6ths15:55 Kyle’s Corner - PPA news & upsets + upcoming MLP event22:24 Paddle Babble - F&B Runout3:203 Engage Alpha Pro42:22 Dink Master 3.0__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:ADV Flex Bag (code PBEFFECT): https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=/products/flex-backpackRyan Dawidjan IG Account: https://www.instagram.com/picklebald/F&B Runout (code PBEFFECT): https://fandbsports.com/collections/carbon-fiber-pickleball-paddles Engage Alpha Pro 16 (code PBEFFECT): https://engagepickleball.com/products/alphapro?variant=42036424998989&aff=101 Dink Master Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://enhancepickleball.com/products/the-dink-master-pro?ref=trbmrlzi ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Join us live next week on YouTube for our 100th episode on 10/21 at 10am MT.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE All Pickleball Effect codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro03:43 Weekly Update - Kyle runs marathon07:01 League night revelation 11:56 The last interactive tool15:24 3.0 to 5.0 - Counter technique19:49 Kyle’s Corner - We got duped22:14 PPA player gets suspended & tourney results27:12 Paddle Babble - Opal updated thoughts35:10 Tips for your next paddle43:49 New ADV bag is good__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:Analytics Dashboard: https://db.pickleballeffect.com/ Pickleball Effect Database Table: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ Six Zero (code PBEFFECT): https://www.sixzeropickleball.com?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1 ADV Flex Bag (code PBEFFECT): https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=/products/flex-backpack Forward Ranger (code PBEFFECT): https://forwrd.co/products/court-ranger-pickleball-backpack?ref=pbeffect&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=goaffpro ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

This week, Braydon and Kyle talk about when to lean in at the kitchen to attack, break down the numbers on the new Adidas paddles, share first impressions of the Gherkin Wraith, and give an in-depth review of Selkirk’s new CourtStrike shoes.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE All Pickleball Effect codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro04:38 Weekly Update - Tuning lab and member guest tournament08:39 Upcoming reviews, Kyle’s new IG page, and marathon14:48 3.0 to 5.0 - When they lean back, you lean in18:36 Kyle’s Corner - JOOLA ball20:42 Pickleball in Asia & local news27:33 Paddle Babble - New Adidas paddles38:37 Gherkin Wraith44:11 Selkirk Courtstrike shoe review1:06:29 Centerline shorts and shirts__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:Pops & Pigtails: https://www.instagram.com/popsandpigtailsPaddle Tuning Lab: https://tune.pickleballeffect.com/ That Pickleball School: https://www.skool.com/thatpickleballschool/about?ref=8c11beae89354dcdaf6f1faff81bc5a6 Adidas Paddles: https://pickleballcentral.com/paddles/by-brand/adidas-pickleball/?oid=9&affid=7945169&source_id=promo  Gherkin Wraith (code PBEFFECT): https://www.gherkinusa.com?sca_ref=8451520.i1GSfwzceE Selkirk Courtstrike Shoes (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/collections/pickleball-shoes?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=yt ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

This week, Braydon, Kyle, and Aaron dive into updates on the new Paddle Tuning Lab, share the paddles they’ve been testing, give their take on pros playing with wood paddles at the PPA Vintage Open, react to the Vatic Pro V-Sol releases, and review Franklin’s upcoming pickleball shoes set to launch in October.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE All Pickleball Effect codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro03:03 Weekly Update - Paddle Tuning Lab & website09:34 Paddles Kyle and Aaron have been testing19:53 Aaron it Out - Guess the paddle28:39 Kyle’s Corner - CJ Klinger to Adidas30:48 Watching the pros play with wood paddles44:07 Paddle Babble - Vatic Pro release and feel poll53:45 Underrated paddle57:47 Franklin shoe review__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:Paddle Tuning Lab: https://tune.pickleballeffect.com/ Vatic Pro V-Sol Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com/products/v-sol-pro-16mm?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=yt Vatic Pro V-Sol Power (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com/products/vsol-power?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=yt Bread & Butter Loco (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/rQ5oYd Ronbus Quanta (code PBEFFECT): https://www.ronbus.com/quanta-series.html Franklin C45 (code PBEFFECT): https://franklinsports.sjv.io/aOXMoN ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

This week, Braydon and Kyle discuss Speak Pickleball’s article on Kyle, give first impressions of several new paddles, and share data on how a wood paddle performs ahead of the PPA wood paddle event where the pros will be required to use one.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE All Pickleball Effect codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro03:23 Weekly Update - Loco early shipment winners!05:33 League lesson & Kyle’s life article12:17 3.0 - 5.0 - Aggressive when stable16:29 Kyle’s Corner - Malaysia & wood paddle open21:53 Paddle Babble - Wood paddle stats26:40 6.0 Black Opal34:14 Vatic Pro V-Sol Paddles41:00 Diadem foam paddles50:15 Balls__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:Speak Pickleball Article on Kyle: https://www.speakpickleball.com/articles/kyle-trenga-dinksmash-media Bread & Butter Loco (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/rQ5oYd Six Zero (code PBEFFECT): https://www.sixzeropickleball.com?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1 Diadem (code PBEFFECT): Vatic Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD Life Time Ball: https://pickleballcentral.com/lt-pro-48-performance-pickleball/?oid=9&affid=7945169&source_id=promo ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

This week, Braydon and Kyle dive into the emerging foam core trend that’s poised to spread across multiple brands, Kyle’s firsthand story of betting on pro pickleball, and the lessons other companies can take from Honolulu’s paddle shapes.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE All Pickleball Effect codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro03:36 Weekly Update - Stressed, Kyle’s new job11:23 3.0 - 5.0 - 30-60-90 tip15:03 Kyle’s Corner - You can bet on pickleball19:51 PPA recap and paddle shuffle28:51 Pro wooden paddle tournament32:07 Paddle Babble - The foam core everyone will copy38:30 Upcoming paddles42:48 Honolulu elongated shape others can learn from__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:1G Tuning Tape: https://amzn.to/4mSD1Ff CRBN (code PBEFFECT): https://www.crbnpickleball.com/discount/10EFFECT Bread & Butter Loco (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/rQ5oYd Ronbus (code PBEFFECT): https://www.ronbus.com/?ApplyPromo=PBEFFECT Honolulu Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): https://808pickle.com/braydonunsicker5946671Vatic Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ __________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE All Pickleball Effect codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro05:01 Weekly Update - 1g Tuning Tape10:29 New interactive tool coming15:12 Kyle’s moneyball and bee sting20:08 3.0 - 5.0 - Cross body attack25:41 Kyle’s Corner - Haworth signs PPA27:30 Boomstik with MOI is not allowed in UPA-A events33:14 Ramifications of Boomstik event40:34 Boise courts shut down48:55 Paddle Babble - CRBN Waves57:57 Lifetime ball1:06:18 Ronbus Quanta launch1:08:23 Kyle’s paddle journey__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:1G Tuning Tape: https://amzn.to/4mSD1Ff CRBN (code PBEFFECT): https://www.crbnpickleball.com/discount/10EFFECT Bread & Butter Loco (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/rQ5oYd Ronbus (code PBEFFECT): https://www.ronbus.com/?ApplyPromo=PBEFFECT Lifetime Ball: https://pickleballcentral.com/lt-pro-48-performance-pickleball/?oid=9&affid=7945169&source_id=promo Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Braydon is joined by Kyle and Aaron to break down fresh paddle insights from more than 600 players who’ve logged their mains in the Main Paddle Monitor. They also react to the MLP finals and dive into the playability differences between two newly announced Selkirk Boomstik variants, revealed less than two weeks after the original Boomstik’s launch.Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off everything): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV2 Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro04:50 Weekly Update - Main Paddle Monitor additions09:14 Paddle data trends - top paddles13:20 Shape trends19:01 Power paddle usage trends21:21 Gen usage & brand leaders25:25 Aaron it Out - Guessing paddle journeys32:14 Kyle’s Corner - Local accomplishments34:47 MLP finals reactions39:40 JOOLA V guesses42:58 Paddle Babble - The Boomstik, Loco, & Quanta57:21 Cohost only paddle prank59:29 Aaron’s Paddle Journey__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:Selkirk Boomstik (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/products/project-boomstik-elongated?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=yt Bread & Butter Loco (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/rQ5oYd Ronbus (code PBEFFECT): https://www.ronbus.com/?ApplyPromo=PBEFFECT Gherkin (code PBEFFECT): https://www.gherkinusa.com?sca_ref=8451520.i1GSfwzceE____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:PE gear forum: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-gear-forum/Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Braydon shares his strategy for beating AI with the launch of his new Main Paddle Monitor app, Kyle unveils a fresh format for KOTC games, and together they break down the results from the MLP Playoffs.Main Paddle Monitor: https://main.pickleballeffect.com/ Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV2 Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro03:05 Weekly Update - Kyle’s declaration & kid joke05:27 Beating AI & Kyle’s 20 mile run13:32 New KOTC format10:49 3.0 to 5.0 - Try this deceptive shot22:30 Kyle’s Corner - Japan play25:12 MLP playoffs results and finals preview 29:42 Paddle Babble - New Flick shapes don’t pass34:10 Main Paddle Monitor37:08 Creating a Paddle Journey45:03 Future yearly people’s choice awards47:47 Braydon’s Paddle Journey____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:PE gear forum: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-gear-forum/Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Selkirk just dropped a true power paddle, and we’re asking if it’s enough to win back enthusiast players. We also break down the best spots to place your returns for maximum impact, and share results from our tungsten density test to find the optimal material to use.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV2 Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro05:54 Weekly Update - Managing gas while playing lol08:19 Kyle’s new camera10:49 3.0 to 5.0 - Return locations16:34 Kyle’s Corner - PPA Bristol23:19 Paddle testing coming to amateurs 25:11 Kyle toured Lifetime25:23 Paddle Babble - Boomstik tech29:14 Boomstik numbers & tuning system33:40 Is Selkirk back? And paddle thoughts48:55 Tungsten tape density experiment56:00 Paddle Fitting of the Week__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:Sign up for Selkirk Labs (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirklabs.com/collections/early-access?sca_ref=2324923.ObvItRRsKz&sca_source=yt Selkirk Boomstik (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/products/project-boomstik-elongated?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=yt ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:PE gear forum: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-gear-forum/Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Braydon and Kyle share first impressions of several new paddle releases, highlight their favorite plays from MLP Salt Lake City, and offer a tip to help you finish points more effectively.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV2 Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro02:32 Weekly Update - Attending MLP Salt Lake08:34 Kyle is a hero14:37 3.0 to 5.0 - Finishing balls and net cord tactic19:41 Kyle’s Corner - MLP year end standings21:26 Best MLP gets25:11 Kyle toured Lifetime30:11 Paddle Babble - Boomstik launch date and impressions39:22 J2NF Long handle and other shapes46:15 Ronbus Refoam50:44 Thrive Project Fury56:16 Franklin Parris Todd C4557:08 Forwrd Ranger Backpack1:03:48 Paddle Fitting of the Week__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:Owala Water Bottle: https://amzn.to/3J1oh87Honolulu J2NF series (code PBEFFECT): https://808pickle.com?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tbFranklin Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): https://franklinsports.sjv.io/09OoPESelkirk Labs (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirklabs.com/?sca_ref=2324923.ObvItRRsKz&sca_source=coupontable Selkirk (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/?sca_ref=1945879.KgYa6r1ANw&sca_source=coupontable FORWRD Ranger Bag (code PBEFFECT): https://forwrd.co/products/court-ranger-pickleball-backpack?ref=pbeffect&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=goaffpro ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:PE gear forum: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-gear-forum/Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Braydon and Kyle catch up on current projects, dive into recent MLP headlines, ask when point-screaming goes too far, share deeper thoughts on the Gearbox GX2 Power, and wrap with their Paddle Fitting of the Week.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV2 Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro05:33 Weekly Update - Launching AI & paddle comparison tool14:58 Kyle needs shoe recs16:46 3.0 to 5.0 - Athletic position 20:28 Kyle’s Corner - Local player shoutout24:30 MLP news27:36 At what point are players too loud?34:23 Paddle Babble - CRBN TruFoam Genesis 443:20 Gearbox GX2 Power advanced thoughts50:46 Foam paddles plushness rankings1:02:03 Paddle Fitting of the Week__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:PE Paddle Comparison Tool: https://comparison.pickleballeffect.com/PE New Control Hot List: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/best-control-pickleball-paddles/ Body Helix (code PBEFFECT): https://www.bodyhelix.com/?ref=BRAYDONUNSICKERBread & Butter (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/3eqGKKCRBN TruFoam (code PBEFFECT): https://www.crbnpickleball.com/discount/10EFFECTEnhance Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): https://enhancepickleball.com/products/gen-4-5?ref=trbmrlziFranklin Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): https://franklinsports.sjv.io/09OoPEGearbox GX2 Power (code PBEFFECT): https://gearboxsports.com/collections/gx2-power-series?rfsn=7676489.281577Honolulu J2NF series (code PBEFFECT): https://808pickle.com?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tbPickleball Apes (code PBEFFECT): https://www.pickleballapes.com?sca_ref=4608508.ipmCfUFGpVVatic Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:PE gear forum: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-gear-forum/Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast

Braydon is joined by Kyle and Aaron to debate whether intentional body bags should be legal, break down the controversial Ben trade and the forces behind it, review new CRBN durability data that highlights the benefits of foam core paddles, and share first impressions of the Gearbox GX2 Power.Sponsor Links:Pickleball Central (use link to apply up to 10% off): https://a8qh.short.gy/PC ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV2 Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE Pickleball Effect 😂(code PBEFFECT): https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ __________________________________________TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro05:53 Weekly Update - Bathroom mishap…again08:36 Aaron’s main paddle22:54 3.0 to 5.0 - Serve routines 28:06 Aaron It Out - Rigging paddle & ranking reviewers36:49 Kyle’s Corner - The big Ben trade42:18 Should intentional body bags be allowed?51:52 Paddle Babble - CRBN’s TruFoam warranty data58:11 Vatic Pro postponing the V Core1:12:41 Gearbox GX2 Power first impressionsPatriquin body bag clip: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMT3jvCOWRA/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=bHF4ZWRmOTR6bDBj__________________________________________Stuff mentioned:Stack Athletics Endura Shorts (code PBEFFECT): https://collabs.shop/mqngim Body Helix (code PBEFFECT): https://www.bodyhelix.com/?ref=BRAYDONUNSICKERCRBN TruFoam (code PBEFFECT): https://www.crbnpickleball.com/discount/10EFFECT Gearbox GX2 Power (code PBEFFECT): https://gearboxsports.com/collections/gx2-power-series?rfsn=7676489.281577 ____________________________________Support my channel:Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/ ____________________________________Join my community:PE gear forum: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-gear-forum/Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/__________________________________________#pickleball #podcast