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January 2026 January 2026 was a deadline-driven month where calendars, rules, and compliance updates did as much to shape the sport as the matches themselves. USA Pickleball’s rule updates and a clear push toward onsite paddle verification at Golden Ticket events tightened what “legal” looks like in sanctioned play, while the approved paddle and ball…
Paddletek Reserve HoneyFoam No.001: The Limited Drop That Could Shift How Pickleball Paddles Launch
Ronbus is transitioning to a new foam core based platform for 2026 and clearing out several current paddle series at rare transition pricing. This guide explains what the platform shift means, breaks down the core differences (honeycomb vs EVA infused lattice vs foam), and gives a quick match table so you can choose the right Ronbus series by feel and role before availability ends January 31.
Dekel Bar leaves JOOLA to join 11SIX24 as its first UPA-signed pro, debuting a full-foam paddle that challenges premium pricing and performance norms in pro pickleball.
The Franklin Aurelius C45 pickleball paddle has surfaced following Anna Leigh Waters’ landmark move to Franklin Sports. This unreleased 12.7mm thin-core model offers elite speed but demands disciplined mechanics to control. Is your game ready for this pro-level shift? Read our full breakdown to see if you should buy the hype or build your fundamentals first!
A curated Q1 2026 watchlist of upcoming pickleball paddles. Includes confirmed release dates, USA Pickleball approval dates, and what’s known so far without review-mode hype.
Late in 2025, AJ and I stripped away logos and hype to find the truth: which paddles stay stable when points get ugly. This guide ranks the best pickleball paddles of 2025 using real drills, league play, and pressure testing, with bias reduced through rotation. Read the awards and pick your lane now.
December 2025 closed the year with fewer headlines but bigger signals. This monthly archive preserves every verified update, plus expert context on pro accountability, facility growth, gear trends, and what’s already shaping the 2026 season.
Get the full November 2025 Pickleball Recap on why endurance is winning the pro game. We analyze the shift in elite strategy, the latest spin-and-power paddle tech, and the explosive global court expansion. Read the full analysis and upgrade your training now!
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