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Pickleball Studio Podcast
Hosted by Chris Olson & Aizec Olson · EN
The Pickleball Studio podcast is hosted by Chris Olson and co-host Aizec Olson where they deliver the latest news on all things related to Pickleball gear in a fun easy to digest conversational manner.
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172. DUPR Reset Results & OWL Talon X1, Aireo Cyclone X 11six24 Ultre Thoughts
1w ago01:26:23Tap to summarizeThis description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links:OWL Talon X1: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/owl-talon-x1?bSelkirk Omni: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/selkirk-omni?bAireo Cyclone hybrid: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/aireo-cyclone-x?bChapters:0:00 - Intro0:58 - My DUPR reset results8:13 - Back & shoulder MRI15:00 - Durable grits and thoughts on cleaning them22:21 - Luzz & Aireo long lasting grit isn't looking great26:39 - Our infinigrit testing so far32:30 - Selkirk Omni thoughts47:35 - OWL Talon thoughts55:39 - Aireo Cyclone hybrid thoughts1:03:11 - 11six24 Ultre thoughts1:09:17 - Guess the paddle on our head
Transcribe →171. Upcoming Six Zero Coral Pro & Pickleball Advice We Wish We Knew Sooner
2w ago01:02:07Tap to summarizeThis description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them. You can use code PBSTUDIO to save money on your order.Sketchers Viper Court Elite 2.0: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/sketchers-viper-court-elite-2-0?pPaddleTek Honeyfoam 14mm: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/honeyfoam-16mm?pLuzz Glider 2026: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/luzz-glider-2026?pChapters:0:00 - Intro0:38 -B&B nerdy tourny5:11 - Traveling pet peeve7:33 - New Sketchers viper court elite 2.014:59 - SixZero Coral Pro20:28 - Mizuno Acrostrike price22:28 - Honolulu blue grit consistency issues?25:47 - PaddleTek HoneyFoam 14mm32:05 - Luzz glider 202636:13 - Pickleball advice we wish we knew sooner
Transcribe →170. Honolulu J2CR LH, PaddleTek HoneyFoam, and Our Top Paddles of 2026
3w ago01:20:30Tap to summarizeThis description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Paddle buying guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3ND_AVkP0sHonolulu J2CR LH: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/j2cr-lh-cbe?bMPP Turbo Hybrid: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/mpp-turbo-hybrid?bPaddleTek HoneyFoam: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/honeyfoam-16mm?bFriday Aura: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/friday-aura?bChapters:0:00 - Intro0:38 - Chris is dealing with an injury3:37 - Bread & Butter warranty update4:32 - How to pick the right paddle for you22:31 - Aizec’s primary categories 25:53 - Chris’s primary categories29:50 - Paddletek HoneFoam vs Friday Aura38:17 - Enhanced MPP Turbo new hybrid shape40:50 - Honolulu J2CR LH crystal blue grit45:42 - Our top paddles of 2026 so far55:23 - Q&A55:34 - Do I need a new paddle if mine is just fine? What’s the usage expectation?57:24 - How to tell if your weighted tape is doing something to a paddle?59:20 - How do you break in paddles quickly so the playability of a paddle is most accurate?1:01:01 - How long should you stick with a paddle before it isn’t for you?1:02:34 - How do you know what to work on when watching yourself?1:09:39 - Should Pickleball be an indoor sport? Wind sucks in the summer1:10:58 - Have you and your wife ever had an argument regarding how many paddles you have?1:12:20 - Where do you get ideas for drills?1:16:19 - Is the aero curve shape dated?
Transcribe →169. The State of Pickleball Paddles in 2026 & Selkirk buys Bread & Butter
May 1301:38:25Tap to summarizeThis description may contain affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.New UPA-A rulebook: https://bit.ly/4uKIRfESelkirk buys Bread & Butter: https://bit.ly/4dqI8clFORWRD Ranger bag v2: https://bit.ly/4uM6tApPaddleTek Honeyfoam: https://bit.ly/4wqoXIrChapters:0:00 - Intro0:37 - Selkirk buys Bread & Butter??14:35 - New PPA amateur rules you should know33:00 - FORWRD Ranger bag v240:00 - PPA Partners docu series (SPOILERS!)47:33 - Mizuno makes their first paddle56:50 - PaddleTek Honeyfoam release58:41 - The State of Pickleball paddles in 20261:04:35 - What paddle builds are popular now?1:08:54 - What the pros are using for gen type?1:12:14 - Paddle sweet spot1:15:25 - Long lasting grit1:21:24 - Power level1:26:36 - Paddle feel1:29:28 - Paddle durability1:32:25 - Price1:34:37 - Paddle shapes
Transcribe →168. Friday Aura Pro, Honolulu J2CR Crystal Blue Grit, & Reviewer Transparency
May 601:44:16Tap to summarizeThis description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links to things mentioned:Reload article: https://bit.ly/4dqDXyhFriday Aura Pro: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/friday-aura-pro-wb?bHonolulu J2CR CBE: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/j2cr-cbe?bDunlop tour bag: https://bit.ly/42miXTcVatic Pro Prism Bloom: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/prism-bloom?bChapters:0:00 - Intro0:48 - What is the best Pickleball advice you've ever received?3:12 - PPA gets $225 million investment7:11 - Tama goes on a big run in Atlanta16:52 - I used the Vatic Pro Prism for another tourney27:11 - J2CR crystal blue grit35:23 - Dunlop is getting into pickleball45:58 - Dunlop tournament bag49:47 - Friday Aura pro58:12 - Paddle reviewer commissions1:17:34 - Q&A1:19:58 - Are tournaments or leagues better for trying to increase DUPR?1:21:10 - How can I make sure my play stays the same as I seem to tighten up during tournaments1:23:23 - Any advise for someone that wants to make Pickleball content but not sure how to be unique?1:26:30 - What’s the issue with the drop serve? Did it get banned?1:28:04 - When are full foam control paddles coming out?1:29:47 - Why are hybrids always rounded?1:32:53 - Rec is more fun to me. I hate drilling what should I do to improve?1:37:56 - Do either of you use hesacores?1:40:28 - Question of the week
Transcribe →167. Are Power Paddles Hurting You, or Helping you in 2026?
Apr 2901:32:39Tap to summarizeThis description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Melin 24 hour discount: https://alnk.to/b7BZ50rConnor Derrickson https://www.youtube.com/@ThatPickleballTrainer-Matchdaypb: https://apple.co/4vUMG3jRPM Friction v2: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/rpm-friction-v2?bArronax: https://bit.ly/4eQNWy0Walking Pad: https://bit.ly/4ub4RQmChapters:0:00 - Intro1:06 - Melin 24 hour discount code2:56 - We finally got our paddles from John4:04 - DUPR features and DUPR reset11:23 - MatchDayPB pro Pickleball app13:48 - Proton is back15:19 - RPM Friction v222:38 - Arronax KVL 004 (Zane Fords paddle)31:03 - Do people actually need a power paddle in 2026?1:09:55 - Why Pickleball players should go to the gym more
Transcribe →166. HexGrit 300 Games Later, and What Are the Best Spots to Add Weight to your Paddle?
Apr 2201:27:19Tap to summarizeThis description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links to things mentioned:Learn about swing weight: https://youtu.be/7WwbO3vMyEs?si=3j-bM9oyrP_tQjpOWeight tutorial: https://youtu.be/tRG-VCk1Da0?si=QUxmBYYSD6BquTppMPP Turbo: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/enhance-mpp-turbo-widebodyChorus CODA: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/chorus-coda11six24 Power2 series: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/11six24-power2Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:38 - PPA drama12:04 - Hexgrit updates after 300 games17:32 - US Open experience 26:07 - Website update27:52 - Friday Aura Pro/MPP Turbo34:53 - Control paddles might still be good40:01 - Chorus CODA43:48 - Where should you put weight on your paddle?1:08:55 - Q&A. Once everything has long lasting grit and a durable core, where do things head next?1:10:41 - If you had to purchase a paddle, what would you purchase?1:13:09 - If you could go give your younger self one pickleball tip, what would it be?1:16:56 - Have gen 4 sweet spots gotten bigger than gen 3?1:18:54 - Is a 3.5 in 2026 the same as 2020?1:21:29 - When is the right time to buy a new paddle?
Transcribe →165. Franklin Aurelius 12.7mm, Thrive Ignite, & New Paddle Database Tool
Apr 801:30:03Tap to summarizeThis description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links to things mentioned:New website: https://pickleballstudio.com/Franklin Aurelius: https://bit.ly/4bVaTyoEnhanced DUO Hybrid: https://bit.ly/4ccCf1EThrive Ignite: https://bit.ly/41TEpi1Chapters:0:00 - Intro2:20 - Redesigned Pickleball Studio website10:43 - PPA Asia line calls24:46 - Augies signs with 11six2425:11 - Paddle terminology 25:39 - What is swing weight?33:05 - What is RPM? (Spin)37:07 - Paddle shapes explained43:05 - Understanding ball contact feel47:22 - Enhanced DUO hybrid shape shipping soon47:48 - Franklin Aurelius 12.7mm first impressions58:36 - Thrive Ignite First Impressions1:05:05 - How much does the ball you play with matter to you?1:11:55 - Guess the company marketing game
Transcribe →164. The Top Paddles we Are Recommending, & More Proton Drama
Apr 101:19:07Tap to summarizeLinks:Franklin Aurelius: https://franklinsports.sjv.io/KBBAQASpartus P1 Elongated: https://bit.ly/4tfVcHMJoola R4lly Shoes: https://bit.ly/3OhXyqNChapters:0:00 - Intro0:46 - New DUPR features6:16 - Chris is doing DUPR Reset8:14 - Anna Leigh Waters crazy win streak13:00 - Grit testing update with John Kew17:32 - New Joola shoes20:16 - Proton gets banned from the PPA Tour43:23 - The gen 3 vs gen 4 debate makes more sense now47:52 - Spartus P1 elongated is released49:41 - Franklin Aurelius (these are crazy light)55:38 - Our top recommendations list, power, all court and control56:31 - Control paddle list59:50 - All court paddle list1:03:08 Power paddle list
Transcribe →163. Pickleball Etiquette… Who’s in the Wrong?
Mar 2501:25:46Tap to summarizeChapters:0:00 - Intro1:16 - J2CR Gets UPA-A Approved3:05 - 11six24 Power Series Remains 5:21 - Chorus CODA Harmony Grit Announced6:30 - FLIK $50 Paddle Discounts7:57 - I intentionally broke someones paddle, AITA?12:22 - Forcing people to stack, AITA?15:16 - Unsolicited coaching, AITA?20:33 - AITA for purposely body bagging?28:54 - Targeting in rec play, AITA?33:18 - Calling the score for my opponents, AITA?35:01 - AITA for targeting the nervous player in a tournament?36:46 - AITA for making hand motions with the ball on my side?38:04 - AITA for calling out illegal serves?40:36 - AITA for ditching my friend group for a better one?43:34 - AITA for wanting warmup after being late44:32 - AITA for always being late to a session with only 4 people 46:00 - AITA for lobbing a lot in rec play48:12 - AITA for telling someone that their rating is wrong51:07 - AITA for telling someone how they should setup their paddle52:48 - AITA for not wanting to play against UPA-A paddles in tournaments55:04 - AITA for wearing wet shoes at an indoor facility 57:29 - Last story1:02:28 - Pro mixed strategy debate1:19:01 - AITA for saying people aren’t a specific DUPR online?My communities:Join the Pickleball Studio newsletter! https://bit.ly/3VKkP4aJoin the Discord! https://discord.gg/A5fTp7JFAy*SUPPORT THE CHANNEL BY:*💰 Check out my discount code for paddles here: https://bit.ly/3NfBsSY
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