Pickleball Effect: The Podcast

In this episode, Braydon & Kyle discuss their experience at MLP Salt Lake City, Braydon’s new apparel sponsor, their thoughts on the new Gearbox Ultimate, and what brands can actually do to change the performance of their paddles.

Sponsors:

Pick’d Electrolytes by No Apologies Nutrition (code: PEPOD): https://noapologiesnutrition.com/product/pickd-performance-plus/ 

C&D Nets (code: PEPOD): https://bestpickleballnets.com/ 

Stuff mentioned:

Stack Athletics Apparel (code 15EFFECT): https://stackathletics.com/?rstr=57771 

Gearbox Ultimate (no code): https://gearboxsports.com/pages/pro-ultimate?rfsn=7676489.281577 

11SIX24 Monarch Series video review: https://youtu.be/pMlmtQUu4Vk?si=EBp3A2FiGOGTIG9h 

Support my channel:

Use my paddle discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 

My products: https://amzn.to/3Wss6WL 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

07:05 MLP trip experience and highlights

24:08 Braydon got an apparel sponsor

29:01 Kyle’s corner - Another new tour

34:46 Engage is dropping a bunch of pro sponsors

38:42 Paddle Babble - Gearbox Ultimate thoughts

48:23 Aaron the Editor enters the chat

50:28 Diadem Hush thoughts

53:56 What brands can do to change paddle performance

1:02:24 What test should we do next?

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Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/

Paddle fitting quiz: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/

PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/

Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ 

Paddle Database: 

Spreadsheet version: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CsQN9lFJge-QHjBdXE77stTxZHO90RmvXia20YG_JzA/edit?usp=sharing 

Website version: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 

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#pickleball #podcast

In this episode, Braydon & Kyle discuss what went wrong with the PPA video game, paddles they are testing or going to test and then finish with a preview of the upcoming SLC MLP they will be attending.

Sponsors:

Pick’d Electrolytes by No Apologies Nutrition (code: PEPOD): https://noapologiesnutrition.com/product/pickd-performance-plus/ 

C&D Nets (code: PEPOD): https://bestpickleballnets.com/ 

Stuff mentioned:

11SIX24 Monarch Series (code: 10EFFECT): https://11six24.com/collections/monarch?sca_ref=5298104.j6FGx2tbv2&sca_source=pod 

TMPR Terra 14 Pro (no code): https://tmprsports.com/products/terra-tc-14-pro

Reload (no code): https://reloadpickleball.com/

JOOLA Mod TA-15 (no code): https://joola-usa.myshopify.com/l1lnzl 

Maverix Clash (code: 15EFFECT): https://collabs.shop/xlzdlx 

PE x Volair Collab (no code): https://volair.com/collections/paddles/products/mach-2-forza-pickleball-effect-edition?variant=45904809328872 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

02:19 Braydon’s wife signed his paddles

05:00 Did Braydon say something wrong?

11:52 What’s the deal with the PPA video game?

16:25 Kyle’s corner - PPA going international 

26:12 Paddle Babble - Braydon has an editor

29:20 11SIX24 Monarch review

34:03 TMPR Terra 14 Pro

38:00 Reload is here

42:58 JOOLA Mod TA-15

47:30 Other paddles that came in

57:44 MLP Preview

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Support my channel:

Use my paddle discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 

My products: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-paddle-accessories/ 

Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/

Paddle fitting quiz: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/

PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/

Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ 

Paddle Database: 

Spreadsheet version: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CsQN9lFJge-QHjBdXE77stTxZHO90RmvXia20YG_JzA/edit?usp=sharing 

Website version: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 

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#pickleball #podcast

In this episode, Kyle and Braydon discuss the results of testing the power and pop of eleven different widebody and standard-shaped paddles, as well as some recent drama at MLP and Braydon's paddle collaboration with Volair.

Sponsors:

Pick’d Electrolytes by No Apologies Nutrition (code: PEPOD): https://noapologiesnutrition.com/product/pickd-performance-plus/ 

C&D Nets (code: PEPOD): https://bestpickleballnets.com/ 

Stuff mentioned:

PE x Volair collab: https://volair.com/collections/paddles/products/mach-2-forza-pickleball-effect-edition 

Slyce Speed Caps (code: DinkSmash): https://slycesport.com/products/speed-cap 

Leorever compression gear (code: 10EFFECT): https://leorever.com/collections/mens-compression-tights?sca_ref=6548671.DhBv6tpmw3&sca_source=yt 

11SIX24 Monarch All-Court (code: 10EFFECT): https://11six24.com/products/monarch-all-court?sca_ref=5298104.j6FGx2tbv2&sca_source=yt 

Honolulu Pickleball J3K (code: 10EFFECT): https://808pickle.com/products/sword-shield-j3k-pre-order?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb&sca_source=yt 

Engage EX 6.0 (code 10EFFECT): https://pickleballcentral.com/engage-pursuit-pro-ex-6-0-carbon-fiber-pickleball-paddle?rfsn=7945169.3d98850 

Bread & Butter Fat Boy (code: 15EFFECT): Releases July 23rd 

Ronbus R2 (code: 10EFFECT): https://www.ronbus.com/R2-PULSAR-FX-_p_84.html 

PIKKL Hurricane 14 & 16 (code: 10EFFECT): https://collabs.shop/7llc3x 

Mach 2 Forza 14 & 16 (code: 10EFFECT): https://volair.com/collections/paddles/products/mach-2-forza-pickleball-paddle?rfsn=7475751.28260c&variant=45196962889960 

Paddletek ALW 12.7 (code: 10EFFECT): https://pickleballcentral.com/paddletek-bantam-alw-c-anna-leigh-waters-carbon-fiber-12mm-pickleball-paddle?rfsn=7945169.3d98850 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

01:18 We have sponsors

05:30 Braydon’s collab paddle is here & AJU Foundation

10:40 Kyle & Braydon took 2nd place

19:19 Paddle sale gone wrong - & paddle donation story

23:01 Widebody rumble power results

33:58 Widebody rumble pop results

41:56 Why are widebody paddles gaining traction 

44:57 Kyle’s Corner - Worst line call ever

48:30 Deflection tests were tossed out the window

56:04 Braydon’s hooked on compression gear

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Support my channel:

Use my paddle discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 

My products: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-paddle-accessories/ 

Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/

Paddle fitting quiz: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/

PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/

Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ 

Paddle Database: 

Spreadsheet version: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CsQN9lFJge-QHjBdXE77stTxZHO90RmvXia20YG_JzA/edit?usp=sharing 

Website version: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 

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#pickleball #podcast

In this episode, Kyle and Braydon talk about challenges dealing with pressure at tournaments, a new type of review Braydon is working on, Kyle’s viral frozen paddles situation, and interesting paddles coming out.

Support my channel:

Use my paddle discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 

My products: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-paddle-accessories/ 

Stuff mentioned:

Slyce Speed Caps (code: DinkSmash): https://slycesport.com/products/speed-cap 

CRBN Paddles (code: 10EFFECT): https://crbnpickleball.com/?rfsn=6397755.27c6454&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6397755.27c6454 

Reload: https://reloadpickleball.com/ 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

02:39 Playing better with pressure - Newport Beach APP

12:05 Hanging out in the APP play by play booth

14:47 Kyle plays with Hurricane Tyra Black’s half sister

17:05 New type of reviews coming

26:42 Kyle’s Corner - New Vulcan ball, frozen paddles, local park

39:49 APP Newport didn’t let pros use Proton Series One paddles

46:55 Are Slyce buttcaps for real?

59:16 CRBN sold me on their R&D process

1:03:09 Reload launch

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Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/

Paddle fitting quiz: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/

PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/

Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ 

Paddle Database: 

Spreadsheet version: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CsQN9lFJge-QHjBdXE77stTxZHO90RmvXia20YG_JzA/edit?usp=sharing 

Website version: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 

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#pickleball #podcast

In this episode, Kyle and Braydon sit down with one of YouTube’s best known coaches, Jordan Briones, and pick his brain on how to improve your game.

Support my channel:

Use my paddle discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 

My products: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-paddle-accessories/ 

Stuff mentioned:

Jordan’s online attacking course: https://www.brionespickleball.com/AttackLikeThePros 

Topspin Pro: https://topspinpro.com/pickleball-training-aid/ 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

00:56 Briones Pickleball backstory

07:46 How Jordan’s coaching has evolved with the game

15:01 Should you coach to strengths or weaknesses?

24:27 Does Ben Johns need a new partner?

28:15 Jordan’s favorite training tools

31:00 Are ball machines helpful?

35:09 How to play your best in tournaments

42:33 Jordan’s online courses

48:08 Kyle’s corner - Paddle freezing…fine or no?

54:32 Paddle babble

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Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/

Paddle fitting quiz: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/

PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/

Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ 

Paddle Database: 

Spreadsheet version: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CsQN9lFJge-QHjBdXE77stTxZHO90RmvXia20YG_JzA/edit?usp=sharing 

Website version: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 

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#pickleball #podcast

In this episode, Kyle and Braydon discuss stories from Braydon's trip to Proton's paddle launch party and if they think Proton is the real deal. Then they talk about local court challenges, UPA-A's paddle certification fees, and upcoming paddles they’ll be testing.

Support my channel:

Use my paddle discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 

My products: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-paddle-accessories/ 

Stuff mentioned:

Manitou video with Paul: https://youtu.be/KwbKkfl0rzo?si=9dZM0m0_1ZdWeGcE

PIKKL paddles (code 10EFFECT): https://pickleballcentral.com/paddles/by-brand/pikkl-pickleball?rfsn=7945169.3d98850 

J2K (code 10EFFECT): https://808pickle.com/products/sword-shield-j2k?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb&sca_source=pod 

PE Tungsten Tape: https://amzn.to/3XGCooz 

Gherkin paddles: https://www.gherkinusa.com/ 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

05:41 Is Proton the real deal?

18:55 Stories from Phoenix

21:53 Braydon’s dumb interview question

26:06 Kyle’s Corner - Outer space & local court issues

31:57 UPA-A 100k certification fee

39:03 Paddle Babble - J2K & twistweight question

44:17 PIKKL paddle thoughts

49:02 Grip bands causing vibrations & tungsten copy cats

55:14 Upcoming paddle testing

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Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/

Paddle fitting quiz: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/

PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/

Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ 

Paddle Database: 

Spreadsheet version: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CsQN9lFJge-QHjBdXE77stTxZHO90RmvXia20YG_JzA/edit?usp=sharing 

Website version: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 

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#pickleball #podcast

In this episode Kyle and Braydon talk about matches they played this week, the results of their kevlar paddle shootout, thoughts on other new equipment, offer some tips to improve your game, and finish with the latest news in pickleball.

Gear mentioned:

Mark OneX (code 10EFFECT): https://markpickleball.com/products/mark-onex?sca_ref=6258187.LVz22xOG9U&sca_source=yt 

Thrive Azul (code 10EFFECT): https://thrivepb.com/products/azul-16mm?sca_ref=5610194.6jsyCS8G5F&sca_source=yt 

J7K (code 10EFFECT): https://808pickle.com/products/copy-of-sword-shield-j7k-pre-order?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb&sca_source=yt 

J2K (code 10EFFECT): https://808pickle.com/products/sword-shield-j2k?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb&sca_source=yt 

Ruby (code 10EFFECT): https://www.sixzeropickleball.com/products/ruby?sca_ref=3984855.EuK6iQZio1&sca_source=yt 

Spartus Apollo (code 10EFFECT): https://gospartus.com/products/apollo?sca_ref=6068785.myJ3OwCv4B&sca_source=yt 

11Six24 (code 10EFFECT): https://11six24.com?sca_ref=5298104.j6FGx2tbv2 

Maverix (code 15EFFECT): https://www.maverixpickleball.com/ 

KTCHN Pickleball Bag (code PBEFFECT): https://ktchnpickleball.com/?ref=pbeffect 

Dura Balls (code 10EFFECT): https://pickleballcentral.com/dura-fast-40-outdoor-pickleball?rfsn=7945169.3d98850 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro - Who is Kyle?

04:02 Braydon & Kyle do organized play - Braydon gets hit by a nasty nelson

15:36 Kevlar shootout results

32.26 Franklin FS Pro ball first impressions

35:31 Kyle’s first impressions of Komodo paddles & aramid cores

42:26 KTCHN bags are here

46:27 SLYCE speed caps

52:50 3.0 to 5.0 segment

58:08 Kyle’s corner - Paddle delistings, MLP serve changes, and hot mic

Support my channel:

Use my paddle discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 

My products: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-paddle-accessories/ 

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Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/

Paddle fitting quiz: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/

PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/

Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ 

Paddle Database: 

Spreadsheet version: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CsQN9lFJge-QHjBdXE77stTxZHO90RmvXia20YG_JzA/edit?usp=sharing 

Website version: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 

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#pickleball #podcast

Braydon and Kyle discuss Braydon’s trip to Dallas, his performance, and share a few stories from the weekend. Kyle hopped on some calls with players and brands that sparked some interesting discussions, and then they finish with some revised thoughts about the J2K, Proton paddles, and kevlar core paddles.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

02:05 Stories from Dallas - Halston voice message

02:52 How Braydon played

08:25 Other Dallas stories

17:33 Kyle’s Corner - Andre’s fine

20:44 Dallas pro news - Joola paddle removal, line calls, and Haworth

28:50 Kyle’s calls with Medina-Alvarez & Komodo Pickleball

37:00 Paddle Babble - Revised J2K thoughts

40:30 Meeting Proton

45:55 Kevlar core paddles

51:37 Briffidi machine

Support my channel:

Use my paddle discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 

My products: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-paddle-accessories/ 

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Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/

Paddle fitting quiz: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/

PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/

Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ 

Paddle Database: 

Spreadsheet version: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CsQN9lFJge-QHjBdXE77stTxZHO90RmvXia20YG_JzA/edit?usp=sharing 

Website version: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 

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#pickleball #podcast

Braydon and Kyle discuss some player and news updates from the APP tour this week, question whether Selkirk is slipping or thriving, their meeting with Babolat and the challenges big brands have and then finish with a brain dump on a bunch of paddles they tested this week.

Stuff mentioned:

Babolat shoes: https://fromuthpickleball.com/category/29/shoes?rfsn=5939069.07b17a&manufacturer=-18- 

My favorite Babolat shoe: https://fromuthpickleball.com/product/48538/babolat-jet-mach-3-all-court-mens-shoe?rfsn=5939069.07b17a&variantid=49106 

Maverix Havik 15 Pro (code 15EFFECT): https://www.maverixpickleball.com/products/havik-15-pro-pre-sale-shipping-may-15 

Maverix Havik 15 All-Court (code 15EFFECT): https://www.maverixpickleball.com/products/havik-15-all-court-pre-sale-shipping-may-15 

Spartus Apollo: https://gospartus.com/products/apollo?sca_ref=6068785.myJ3OwCv4B&sca_source=yt 

Mark Pickleball (code 10EFFECT): https://markpickleball.com?sca_ref=6258187.LVz22xOG9U 

Honolulu Pickleball Company J2K (code 10EFFECT): https://808pickle.com/products/sword-shield-j2k?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb&sca_source=yt 

Thompson Pickleball: https://thompsonpickleball.com/ 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

00:48 Water cooler chat

06:52 Kyle's corner - new vulcan ball

10:09 APP player updates & new shuffle format

20:44 Meeting with Babolat - big brands vs small brands

30:48 Is Selkirk slipping or thriving?

38:36 Maverix Havik All Court & Pro

40:53 Spartus Apollo

43:27 Mark paddles

45:08 Honolulu Pickleball Company J2K

47:46 Thompson paddles

53:15 Why are their weight variations in paddles

54:45 New Franklin ball coming out

Support my channel:

Use my paddle discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/ 

My products: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-paddle-accessories/ 

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Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/

Paddle fitting quiz: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/

PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/

Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/ 

Paddle Database: 

Spreadsheet version: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CsQN9lFJge-QHjBdXE77stTxZHO90RmvXia20YG_JzA/edit?usp=sharing 

Website version:

https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ 

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#pickleball #podcast

Braydon and Kyle discuss their participation in a local tournament last weekend, sharing insights about the paddles they used and debating whether players should choose paddles based on their strengths or weaknesses. They also delve into the implications of the recent news about the delisting of the JOOLA Gen-3 paddle and the announcement of the PPA's new paddle regulation entity called UPA-A. Lastly, Kyle shares his discoveries regarding the new paddle testing protocols for USAP.

Stuff mentioned:

Paddletek Bantam TKO-C 12.7 (code 10EFFECT): https://www.paddletek.com/xSlapL

Vatic Pro Prism Flash 16mm (code 10EFFECT): https://vaticpro.com/products/prism-flash-16mm?variant=44442736853151&sca_ref=3260078.CzQXcNupcD&sca_source=pod

Bread & Butter Shogun (code 15EFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/5gvDon

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

01:41 Local charity pickleball tournament

06:02 Kyle should have body bagged Braydon

07:27 The Shogun

10:07 Power vs control experiment

18:16 JOOLA Gen 3 delisting22:52 UPA-A implications

28:53 Poll: Are gen-3 paddles too much power?

31:58 New USAP testing meeting

Support my channel:

Use my paddle discount codes: https://pickleballeffect.com/discounts/

My products: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-paddle-accessories/ __________________________________________

Website: https://pickleballeffect.com/

Paddle fitting quiz: https://pickleballeffect.com/equipment-reviews/pickleball-paddle-fitting-quiz/

PE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballeffect/

Kyle’s Instagram (Dink Smash Media): https://www.instagram.com/dinksmashmedia/

Paddle Database:

Spreadsheet version: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CsQN9lFJge-QHjBdXE77stTxZHO90RmvXia20YG_JzA/edit?usp=sharing

Website version: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-paddle-database/ __________________________________________

#pickleball #podcast