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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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169. The State of Pickleball Paddles in 2026 & Selkirk buys Bread & Butter
1w ago01:38:25Tap 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
2w ago01:44:16Tap 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?pHonolulu J2CR CBE: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/j2cr-cbe?pDunlop tour bag: https://bit.ly/42miXTcVatic Pro Prism Bloom: https://pickleballstudio.com/go/prism-bloom?pChapters: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?
3w ago01:32:39Tap 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-v2Arronax: 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?
4w ago01:27:19Tap 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
Transcribe →162. Ranking the Top Gen 3 Paddles & First Impressions of Vulcan Chapter 01
Mar 1801:29:32Tap to summarizeThis description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links to things mentioned:Vulcan Chapter 01: https://bit.ly/4bP1rMKJoola Pro V: https://bit.ly/3PdO6ESThrive Fury: https://bit.ly/3WyCbCjSLK ERA: https://bit.ly/3TR7Qx9Joola Pro IV: https://bit.ly/3F6DlPWRPM Friction Pro V2: https://bit.ly/4s32pdXProton Flamingo: https://bit.ly/4snu21GChapters:0:00 - Intro1:02 - Selkirk Legacy classic shoe update5:45 - Andre Deasecu joins CRBN7:26 - Weather issues at the PPA12:29 - The craziest scoreline in pickleball history14:35 - Vulcan Chapter 01 First Impressions28:56 - What paddle types are pros using in 2026?37:31 - Ranking the top gen 3 paddles58:58 - What is better for improvement? Drilling or playing rec games?1:06:35 - Questions & Answers1:06:48 - Should people wait for long lasting grit models?1:09:08 - Tips on tournament nerves. How to stay calm?1:15:33 - What grip do you hold?1:19:30 - Are lessons worth it for 4.5 plyaers?1:23:33 - best $100 power paddle on the market right now1:25:44 - Thoughts on concentrated MOI weight vs tape?1:28:13 - Is Zane the type of guy to put mayo on a hot dog
Transcribe →161. RPM Q2, Friday Aura Pro, & Who is The Selkirk Legacy Shoe Thoughts
Mar 1101:26:49Tap to summarizeThis description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them.Links to things mentioned:RPM Q2: https://bit.ly/40qsI1LSelkirk Legacy shoe: https://bit.ly/4lxOo5JFriday Aura Pro: https://bit.ly/4la0WyKEnhanced MPP Turbo: https://bit.ly/4rcFnQWChapters:0:00 - Intro0:39 - Question of the week1:03 - DUPR reset funny comments9:04 - Mens singles debate14:18 - Catherine leaves Selkirk17:55 - Selkirk Legacy shoe38:22 - 11six24 Power2 shape approvals40:35 - Friday Aura Pro54:04 - RPM Q21:09:09 - Enhanced MPP turbo1:14:45 - Are we starting to see too many indoor facilities?
Transcribe →160. DUPR Reset Reactions & Enhanced EPP Turbo, Luzz Pro Blade & More
Mar 402:00:43Tap to summarizeSome links below may be affiliate links that help support the channel when you use them.DUPR Reset: https://bit.ly/3OYBrpfEnhanced EPP Turbo: https://bit.ly/4rcFnQWJoola Pro V: https://bit.ly/3PdO6ESVapor Power2: https://bit.ly/4kBmjKpSpartus P1: https://bit.ly/49YoS42Aireo Cyclone: https://bit.ly/4rSpZKCBabolat Jet Mach 4: https://bit.ly/4sghOrgLuzz Pro Blade: https://bit.ly/4bmw0ctCRBN Barrage: https://bit.ly/4rtjOvDChapters:0:00 - Intro0:43 - Question of the week1:20 - Chris Haworth’s serve in Mesa5:39 - Ben and Anna Leigh’s mixed final in Mesa8:30 - The new Babolat jet mach 415:24 - Loose edge guards on P1’s & RPM update25:15 - Vapor Power2 HexGrit Update:28:58 - Nick Kyrgios paddle sighting31:34 - PPA junior and senior’s are switching over to UPA-A approved paddles only45:35 - DUPR reset Reaction1:02:04 - Luzz Pro Blade1:07:32 - Enhanced EPP Turbo1:15:26 - Aireo cyclone1:21:07 - CRBN TruFoam Barrage1:36:15 - Joola ProV thoughts so far1:47:31 - Does height in pickleball really matter as much as people say for doubles?
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