Durable grit might be the biggest paddle innovation right now.

We explain how it’s made, why it matters, and where it’s going next.

In Episode 104 of the KewCast, we dig into the latest paddle tech, including how durable grit is actually made, what it costs manufacturers, and which brands are pushing the boundaries next.

Plus, we break down new paddle releases, updated ball cannon spin data, and answer your questions about control vs power paddles, swing weight decisions, and more.

If you're trying to choose the right paddle—or just want to stay ahead of where the sport is going—this episode is packed with insight.

Chapters:

0:00 Introduction

3:52 Latest News/ Gear Gossip: Oncins/Black posted zero errors on serves, drives, and 3rds during gold medal match

6:25 Oncins blowing ball over net - poor sportsmanship?

13:07 Hunter Johnson's paddle throwing incident

15:20 JOOLA expands lawsuit to monetary damages

19:24 Paddles of the Week: Luzz Pro-Blade 2

24:03 Luzz Glider

28:49 Enhance MPP Turbo Widebody

34:14 Tales from the Ball Cannon: Generating Spin with Arm vs. Ball Cannon, Revised

44:59 Kew & A: As a 3.25 player struggling with pop-ups, is the J2CR Blue Grit too much compared to what I preferred in the J2NF?

47:25 What is durable grit made of, how is it applied, what does it cost to manufacture, and which brands are expected to adopt it next?

53:28 Why do some companies intentionally undersize paddle dimensions—does it help control overall weight and swing weight?

🔗 Products Mentioned in Pod (save on all with code JOHNKEW):

🔹Luzz Glider and Pro-Blade 2: https://luzzpickleball.com?sca_ref=10162045.DyVJzmd5hL

🔹Enhance MPP Turbo (release date April 15): https://www.enhancepickleball.com/JOHNKEW

🔹Chorus Coda with Harmony Grit: https://tinyurl.com/38nk37we

🔹Honolulu J2CR Blue Endurance Grit: https://tinyurl.com/yc6p5wj6

🔹Honolulu J6CR Blue Endurance Grit: https://tinyurl.com/mrxbkvjt

🔹Selkirk Boomstik (code INF-JOHNKEW): https://tinyurl.com/5dcka9sy

🔹Six Zero Coral: https://tinyurl.com/yc2sru9u

🔹Spartus P1: https://tinyurl.com/yzd5t7rx