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.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
04:12 Best power paddle
10:24 Best all court paddle
17:46 Best control paddle
22:59 Paddle of the year
34:04 Most underrated paddle
38:39 Best bang for you buck
39:39 What paddle did you want to love but didn’t
43:41 Biggest paddle miss
49:51 Favorite accessory
53:26 Most improved brand
56:48 Breakout brand of the year
1:00:06 Brand on the decline
1:03:46 People’s choice awards
1:08:29 2026 paddle trend predictions
1:20:12 See you again next year
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Links to gear mentioned:
👉 The Big Four
Bread & 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 Awards
Gherkin 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 Awards
Slyce 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 Awards
Selkirk (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/
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
03:57 Weekly Update - Choke up, PE shop deal, Kyle to Japan
12:36 Main Paddle Monitor moves
15:01 3.0 to 5.0 - Learn these stock shots
20:34 Kyle’s Corner - Pros using widebody shape
24:55 Crazy net call, Boise is building courts
31:19 Paddle Babble - Paddle stats impact of overgrip and Hesacore
36:39 Coral performance thoughts
42:18 Pre production Opal vs production Opal
46:20 Proton Peacock
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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
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Support my channel:
Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/
My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/
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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/
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#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/
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
04:06 Best Black Friday deals coming up
13:26 3.0 to 5.0 - Forehand roll tips
18:11 Kyle’s Corner - Slyce Slyders
21:55 Chris Cali can’t do PPA tournament recaps
25:06 Paddle Babble - Charm & Duo launched
30:45 Six Zero Coral Specs
37:22 Why are pros choking up on their paddles?
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Stuff mentioned:
Deals/Paddles
Babolat (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/XjiqJn
Bread & Butter (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/3eqGKK
Chorus (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/tu7kFl
Enhance Duo (code PBEFFECT): https://enhancepickleball.com/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fpaddles
Forward Bags (no code needed): https://a8qh.short.gy/RVPzEH
Holbrook (code PBEFFECT50): https://a8qh.short.gy/u7GGHO
Pickleball Apes Charm (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/aOQZDF
Vatic Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com/?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=coupontable
Other
Ryan 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/
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Support my channel:
Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/
My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/
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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/
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#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/
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
04:06 People’s choice paddle awards voting is open
07:05 Picks format slot number 5
17:33 Slot number 4
26:21 Slot number 3
36:07 Slot number 2
42:21 Slot number 1
54:04 How many paddles Braydon got in 2025
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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
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Support my channel:
Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/
My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/
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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/
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#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
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
04:22 Weekly Update - 11SIX24 sale & BFCM sale sheet
07:15 Kyle to Japan and ironman
10:48 3.0 to 5.0 - Short hopping aggressive serves
17:19 Kyle’s Corner - Expensive glasses company sponsoring players
21:55 MLP Cup results
23:54 Paddle Babble - are 14mm paddles still needed?
30:49 Kyle’s take on Opal & Runout
36:39 Enhance Duo
43:24 Pickleball Apes Charm
55:59 New JOOLA budget paddles
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Stuff mentioned:
11SIX24 (code PBEFFECT): https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=/products/flex-backpack
BFCM Deals: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UZKLNvaxW3IZpDqFPDyH8KxRfuF29IAqFm-ACAI7kTg/edit?usp=sharing
Six Zero (code PBEFFECT): https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=/products/flex-backpack
Enhance (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
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Support my channel:
Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/
My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/
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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/
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#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/
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
02:01 Weekly Update - Big giveaway winner
03:20 New moneyball format/Collegiate regional
09:02 3.0 to 5.0 - Being aggressive on 4ths and 6ths
15:55 Kyle’s Corner - PPA news & upsets + upcoming MLP event
22:24 Paddle Babble - F&B Runout
3:203 Engage Alpha Pro
42:22 Dink Master 3.0
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Stuff mentioned:
ADV Flex Bag (code PBEFFECT): https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/PBEFFECT?redirect=/products/flex-backpack
Ryan 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
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Support my channel:
Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/
My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/
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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/
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#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/
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
03:43 Weekly Update - Kyle runs marathon
07:01 League night revelation
11:56 The last interactive tool
15:24 3.0 to 5.0 - Counter technique
19:49 Kyle’s Corner - We got duped
22:14 PPA player gets suspended & tourney results
27:12 Paddle Babble - Opal updated thoughts
35:10 Tips for your next paddle
43:49 New ADV bag is good
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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
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Support my channel:
Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/
My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/
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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/
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#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/
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
04:38 Weekly Update - Tuning lab and member guest tournament
08:39 Upcoming reviews, Kyle’s new IG page, and marathon
14:48 3.0 to 5.0 - When they lean back, you lean in
18:36 Kyle’s Corner - JOOLA ball
20:42 Pickleball in Asia & local news
27:33 Paddle Babble - New Adidas paddles
38:37 Gherkin Wraith
44:11 Selkirk Courtstrike shoe review
1:06:29 Centerline shorts and shirts
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Stuff mentioned:
Pops & Pigtails: https://www.instagram.com/popsandpigtails
Paddle 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
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Support my channel:
Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/
My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/
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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/
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#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/
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
03:03 Weekly Update - Paddle Tuning Lab & website
09:34 Paddles Kyle and Aaron have been testing
19:53 Aaron it Out - Guess the paddle
28:39 Kyle’s Corner - CJ Klinger to Adidas
30:48 Watching the pros play with wood paddles
44:07 Paddle Babble - Vatic Pro release and feel poll
53:45 Underrated paddle
57:47 Franklin shoe review
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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
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Support my channel:
Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/
My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/
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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/
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#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/
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
03:23 Weekly Update - Loco early shipment winners!
05:33 League lesson & Kyle’s life article
12:17 3.0 - 5.0 - Aggressive when stable
16:29 Kyle’s Corner - Malaysia & wood paddle open
21:53 Paddle Babble - Wood paddle stats
26:40 6.0 Black Opal
34:14 Vatic Pro V-Sol Paddles
41:00 Diadem foam paddles
50:15 Balls
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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
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Support my channel:
Use my paddle & gear discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/
My products: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/
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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/
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#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.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
03:36 Weekly Update - Stressed, Kyle’s new job
11:23 3.0 - 5.0 - 30-60-90 tip
15:03 Kyle’s Corner - You can bet on pickleball
19:51 PPA recap and paddle shuffle
28:51 Pro wooden paddle tournament
32:07 Paddle Babble - The foam core everyone will copy
38:30 Upcoming paddles
42:48 Honolulu elongated shape others can learn from
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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/braydonunsicker5946671
Vatic Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD
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Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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#pickleball #podcast
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All Pickleball Effect codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
05:01 Weekly Update - 1g Tuning Tape
10:29 New interactive tool coming
15:12 Kyle’s moneyball and bee sting
20:08 3.0 - 5.0 - Cross body attack
25:41 Kyle’s Corner - Haworth signs PPA
27:30 Boomstik with MOI is not allowed in UPA-A events
33:14 Ramifications of Boomstik event
40:34 Boise courts shut down
48:55 Paddle Babble - CRBN Waves
57:57 Lifetime ball
1:06:18 Ronbus Quanta launch
1:08:23 Kyle’s paddle journey
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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/
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Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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#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
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
04:50 Weekly Update - Main Paddle Monitor additions
09:14 Paddle data trends - top paddles
13:20 Shape trends
19:01 Power paddle usage trends
21:21 Gen usage & brand leaders
25:25 Aaron it Out - Guessing paddle journeys
32:14 Kyle’s Corner - Local accomplishments
34:47 MLP finals reactions
39:40 JOOLA V guesses
42:58 Paddle Babble - The Boomstik, Loco, & Quanta
57:21 Cohost only paddle prank
59:29 Aaron’s Paddle Journey
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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
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Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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#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
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
03:05 Weekly Update - Kyle’s declaration & kid joke
05:27 Beating AI & Kyle’s 20 mile run
13:32 New KOTC format
10:49 3.0 to 5.0 - Try this deceptive shot
22:30 Kyle’s Corner - Japan play
25:12 MLP playoffs results and finals preview
29:42 Paddle Babble - New Flick shapes don’t pass
34:10 Main Paddle Monitor
37:08 Creating a Paddle Journey
45:03 Future yearly people’s choice awards
47:47 Braydon’s Paddle Journey
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Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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#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.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
05:54 Weekly Update - Managing gas while playing lol
08:19 Kyle’s new camera
10:49 3.0 to 5.0 - Return locations
16:34 Kyle’s Corner - PPA Bristol
23:19 Paddle testing coming to amateurs
25:11 Kyle toured Lifetime
25:23 Paddle Babble - Boomstik tech
29:14 Boomstik numbers & tuning system
33:40 Is Selkirk back? And paddle thoughts
48:55 Tungsten tape density experiment
56:00 Paddle Fitting of the Week
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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
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Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/
Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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#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.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
02:32 Weekly Update - Attending MLP Salt Lake
08:34 Kyle is a hero
14:37 3.0 to 5.0 - Finishing balls and net cord tactic
19:41 Kyle’s Corner - MLP year end standings
21:26 Best MLP gets
25:11 Kyle toured Lifetime
30:11 Paddle Babble - Boomstik launch date and impressions
39:22 J2NF Long handle and other shapes
46:15 Ronbus Refoam
50:44 Thrive Project Fury
56:16 Franklin Parris Todd C45
57:08 Forwrd Ranger Backpack
1:03:48 Paddle Fitting of the Week
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Stuff mentioned:
Owala Water Bottle: https://amzn.to/3J1oh87
Honolulu J2NF series (code PBEFFECT): https://808pickle.com?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb
Franklin Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): https://franklinsports.sjv.io/09OoPE
Selkirk 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
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Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/
Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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#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
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
05:33 Weekly Update - Launching AI & paddle comparison tool
14:58 Kyle needs shoe recs
16:46 3.0 to 5.0 - Athletic position
20:28 Kyle’s Corner - Local player shoutout
24:30 MLP news
27:36 At what point are players too loud?
34:23 Paddle Babble - CRBN TruFoam Genesis 4
43:20 Gearbox GX2 Power advanced thoughts
50:46 Foam paddles plushness rankings
1:02:03 Paddle Fitting of the Week
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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=BRAYDONUNSICKER
Bread & Butter (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/3eqGKK
CRBN TruFoam (code PBEFFECT): https://www.crbnpickleball.com/discount/10EFFECT
Enhance Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): https://enhancepickleball.com/products/gen-4-5?ref=trbmrlzi
Franklin Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): https://franklinsports.sjv.io/09OoPE
Gearbox GX2 Power (code PBEFFECT): https://gearboxsports.com/collections/gx2-power-series?rfsn=7676489.281577
Honolulu J2NF series (code PBEFFECT): https://808pickle.com?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb
Pickleball Apes (code PBEFFECT): https://www.pickleballapes.com?sca_ref=4608508.ipmCfUFGpV
Vatic Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD
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Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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#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/
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
05:53 Weekly Update - Bathroom mishap…again
08:36 Aaron’s main paddle
22:54 3.0 to 5.0 - Serve routines
28:06 Aaron It Out - Rigging paddle & ranking reviewers
36:49 Kyle’s Corner - The big Ben trade
42:18 Should intentional body bags be allowed?
51:52 Paddle Babble - CRBN’s TruFoam warranty data
58:11 Vatic Pro postponing the V Core
1:12:41 Gearbox GX2 Power first impressions
Patriquin body bag clip: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMT3jvCOWRA/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=bHF4ZWRmOTR6bDBj
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Stuff mentioned:
Stack Athletics Endura Shorts (code PBEFFECT): https://collabs.shop/mqngim
Body Helix (code PBEFFECT): https://www.bodyhelix.com/?ref=BRAYDONUNSICKER
CRBN TruFoam (code PBEFFECT): https://www.crbnpickleball.com/discount/10EFFECT
Gearbox GX2 Power (code PBEFFECT): https://gearboxsports.com/collections/gx2-power-series?rfsn=7676489.281577
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Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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#pickleball #podcast
Braydon and Kyle debate whether it’s better to play indoors or outdoors, break down the impact of DUPR’s algorithm update, talk through QD’s loss of UPA contact, and explore a potential weakness happening with foam core paddles.
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
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
03:41 Greg & Bonnie
05:00 Indoor vs Outdoor polls & KOTC trick
14:01 Gruvn Lazr and Kyle training update
18:14 3.0 to 5.0 - Reading drops
21:06 Kyle’s Corner - DUPR update thoughts
29:00 QD losing UPA contract
37:45 Paddle Babble - Potential flaw of foam paddles
46:40 Current projects and 11SIX24 Alpha Pro Power
54:21 Paddle Fitting of The Week
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Stuff mentioned:
Body Helix (code PBEFFECT): https://www.bodyhelix.com/?ref=BRAYDONUNSICKER
11SIX24 (code PBEFFECT): https://11six24.com/?sca_ref=5298104.j6FGx2tbv2&sca_source=coupon
GRUVN LAZR Solid Foam (code PBEFFECT): https://gruvn.co/collections/solid-foam-pickleball-paddles/products/lazr-16hd-solid-foam-pickleball-paddle-red-blend-w-blue-band?sca_ref=7590568.4ScBLo9pAx&sca_source=pod
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Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/
Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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#pickleball #podcast
Braydon and Kyle break down why rec players gravitate toward power paddles, share a serve pattern you should try this week, and reveal a ranking of the newest foam paddles from least to most powerful, three of which pack more punch than the JOOLA Pro IV series.
Sponsors:
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
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
04:08 Kyle’s marathon training help
08:03 Why do rec players love power paddles?
11:05 3.0-5.0 - Serve pattern you should try
15:40 Kyle’s Corner - Loyd getting new paddle sponsor
17:45 PPA prize structure update & local courts battle
25:40 Paddle Babble & Gear - Ranking foam paddles
26:45 Bottom power & pop paddles
27:45 All court and bottom power & pop paddles
32:48 High power & pop paddles
38:54 Thoughts on experiment and paddles
46:33 Paddle Fitting of The Week
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Stuff mentioned:
That Pickleball School: https://www.skool.com/thatpickleballschool/about?ref=8c11beae89354dcdaf6f1faff81bc5a6
Honolulu Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): https://808pickle.com?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb
Body Helix (code PBEFFECT): https://www.bodyhelix.com/?ref=BRAYDONUNSICKER
Enhance Pickleball (code PBEFFECT): https://enhancepickleball.com/?ref=trbmrlzi
Vatic Pro (code PBEFFECT): https://vaticpro.com/?sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=coupontable
CRBN (code PBEFFECT): https://www.crbnpickleball.com/10EFFECT
Selkirk (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/BraydonUnsicker
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Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/
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Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/
Paddle Database: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/
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#pickleball #podcast