Paddle Guide

What Oneshot paddle to choose?

Whether you just discovered pickleball or you are an advanced player we have the right paddle for you. We have divided this guide in 2 ways 1) General considerations and 2) Specific paddle guidance so you can make an informed decision when selecting the right paddle.

GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS

Selecting your grip size:

1. Height test

This informal test gives you an overall idea on how to go about selecting the right grip size.

Height	Grip Size	Paddle
<5’2”	4”	N/A
5’3” – 5’8”	4 ¼ “ or 4.25”	Ultimateshot, Proshot
>5’9”	4 1/2 “ or 4.5”	Powershot

 

2. Palm test

Hold your dominant palm up. Notice your palm has three major creases. Take a ruler and measure from the middle crease of your palm, up to the tip of your ring finger. This measurement should reflect the perfect grip size for you. If you are unsure between two sizes, choose the smaller size. 

 

Selecting your weight:

1. Beginner players

Players first learning the game of pickleball should start with a light paddle (7.5-7.8oz) featuring a larger head size. This will help them make contact with the ball consistently while learning to rally without wearing out their arm as their muscles get used to the game.

2. Intermediate players

Intermediate players can start to reduce their head size and add a little more weight (7.6-8.2oz) to their paddles as their muscles develop and they learn to generate more pace on their own. Doing these two things will allow them to keep their new-found power under control.

3. Advanced players

Advanced players should be using mid-heavyweight (>8.0oz) paddles that allow them to play with control, feel and precision. These three benefits will provide a more connected-to-the-ball feel, allowing players to play more confidently as they go for their shots.

Selecting your paddle material:

Fiberglass paddles often weigh a little more that graphite paddles. Because they are a little heavier than graphite paddles, fiberglass paddles are considered to have more power. Graphite paddles are considered to have more control or finesse. Both graphite and fiberglass paddles are lightweight and strong. There is a general perception that graphite is better but no one has studied if there is a difference in how the ball comes off a graphite vs. fiberglass paddle.

Now that we have taken care of that, let’s look at our paddles.

1. POWERSHOT 

Characteristics:

 

Technical Specifications:

Paddle Weight Range: 7.9-8.3oz

Handle Length: 5.3"

Paddle Length: 16.3"

Paddle Width: 7.4"

Paddle Thickness: 16mm

Paddle Face Finish: Textured Fiber Glass

Core Material: Polypropylene Honeycomb

Edge Guard: 1/8"" overlapping paddle face

Grip Size: 4.5”

2. ULTIMATESHOT

Characteristics:

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
Power								X
Control								X
Weight Advantage									X
Accuracy/Forgiveness									X
Maneuverability										X

 

Technical Specifications:

Paddle Weight Range: 7.5-8.0oz

Handle Length: 5.3"

Paddle Length: 15.75"

Paddle Width: 8.1"

Paddle Thickness: 14mm

Paddle Face Finish: Textured Fiber Glass

Core Material: Polypropylene Honeycomb

Edge Guard: 1/8"" overlapping paddle face

Grip Size: 4.25”

 

3. PROSHOT

Characteristics

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
Power									X
Control									X
Weight Advantage									X
Accuracy/Forgiveness								X
Maneuverability										X

 

Technical Specifications:

Paddle Weight Range per Variant: 7.3-7.7oz

Handle Length: 5.4"

Paddle Length: 15.75"

Paddle Width: 7.9"

Paddle Thickness: 14.5mm

Paddle Face Finish: Textured Graphite

Core Material: Polypropylene Honeycomb

Edge Guard: 1/8" overlapping paddle face

Grip Size: 4.25”

FAQ’s

I’m just looking for a paddle to play recreational pickleball with my family/friends, what do you recommend?

Amazing! We offer a Paddle Set that is made with the same high quality materials as our professional paddles.

Do you offer paddles for kids?

Yes! We have 2 sizes 1) Under 12 years old (USAPA Approved) and 2) Under 8 years old.

I rather try a paddle physically. Do you have a demo program?

Yes, we have a demo program. Please find more details here (coming soon).