Pickleball Paddle Weight Setups: How to Add Power, Stability, and Control
Learn how adding weight to a pickleball paddle affects power, stability, swing weight, and sweet spot, plus the best tape setups to try first.
Month: September 2026
Ultre Jelly Bean 2 vs Ultre Power 2: Which 11Six24 Paddle Is Better?
On-court review of the 11Six24 Ultre Jelly Bean 2 and Ultre Power 2. Compare power, control, resets, dinks, and hands to find the right paddle for your game.
3 Fastest Ways to Improve in Pickleball and Reach 5.0 Faster
Learn the three fastest ways to improve at pickleball with realistic drills, video analysis, and better match intensity.
How to Hit a Faster Pickleball Serve With Less Effort: 3 Key Techniques
Learn how to hit a faster, more consistent pickleball serve with less effort using three key techniques: a relaxed arm, proper lag, leg drive, and the right grip.
12 Pickleball Mistakes Amateurs Make When Copying Pro Players
Learn why amateur pickleball players shouldn’t blindly copy the pros, from ready position and wristy shots to dink attacks, paddle selection, third-shot drops, and counterattacks.
How to Hit a Powerful Third Shot Drive in Pickleball
Learn when to drive or drop your third shot, how to keep the ball low, and the key mechanics for a more effective pickleball third shot drive.
Top 10 Pickleball Paddles Right Now, Voted by the Community
See the pickleball paddles The Kitchen community is using most right now, including top picks for power, control, spin, and all-around play.
Top 3 Bad Habits to Fix at Every Pickleball Level
Learn the top bad habits to fix at 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and 4.5 pickleball levels to improve strategy, positioning, and decision-making.
How to Hit a More Consistent Pickleball Serve with Better Contact and Margin
Learn the simple serve fundamentals that improve consistency in pickleball, including grip, contact point, margin, and a smooth swing path.
Six Zero Boulder Opal Review: Better Than Black Opal, But Late to the Market
Quick thoughts on the Six Zero Boulder Opal, including feel, power, sweet spot, spin, and how it compares with other foam pickleball paddles.
Why Anna Leigh Waters Keeps Winning: The Skills Behind Her Dominance
Break down the key skills, movement, and court IQ that make Anna Leigh Waters the most dominant player in pickleball.
Mixed Doubles Pickleball Strategy: Court Positioning, Stacking & Partner Play
Main Points Summary This video breaks down several important mixed doubles pickleball strategy concepts using live rally examples. One of the biggest themes is the importance of clearly defined partner roles. In mixed doubles, one player can act as the setup player while the other becomes the attacking “hammer.” When both players understand their responsibilities, […]
10 Pickleball Paddles Compared: Power, Feel, Stiffness & Spin Play Test
Compare 10 pickleball paddles in a live play test, including the Ronbus Quanta Pro, RPM Q2, Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour, Mark Pickleball Unmarked 2026, Luzz Inferno 2 and more.
5 Pro Pickleball Habits That Can Instantly Improve Your Game
Learn five pro pickleball habits that improve kitchen arrivals, attack patterns, footwork, defense, and pressure on the court.
How to Hit the Backhand Flick in Pickleball Like a Pro
Learn how to hit a more effective backhand flick in pickleball with better shoulder rotation, foot positioning, and contact timing.
Best Pickleball Paddles Under $150: Top Spin Paddles Ranked
Discover the best pickleball paddles under $150 for spin, power, pop, control, and durability. See how the top budget paddles compare.
How to Break Out of 4.0 Jail in Pickleball: 6 Skills to Level Up
Learn how to break out of 4.0 jail in pickleball with six key skills, including getting to the kitchen, paddle tracking, resetting, footwork, hands battles, and smarter returns.
USA Pickleball’s New 2100 RPM Spin Limit Explained: What Paddle Players Need to Know
USA Pickleball is introducing a 2100 RPM paddle spin limit. Learn what changes October 1, 2026, whether your paddle is affected, and why break-in testing matters.
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Review: Tier 1 Spin Durability Under $100?
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour review covering spin durability, Gen 4 foam construction, power, sweet spot, feel, shapes, and whether this budget paddle is worth buying.
Pickleball Footwork Drills: 3 Ways to Stop Rushing and Get to the Ball Faster
Learn three pickleball footwork drills that improve anticipation, stability, positioning, and recovery so you can reach the ball earlier and play with more control.