Pickleball Effect: The Podcast

Join Braydon and Kyle as they discuss strategies and share predictions for the podcast battle, provide their first impressions of the Diadem BluCore paddles, and analyze the potential impact of new tariffs on pickleball.

Sponsors:

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

01:58 Weekly update - podcast battle predictions 

23:56 3.0 to 5.0 - Dinking with purpose

30:53 Kyle’s Corner - Local club closes and PPA results

40:28 Paddle Babble - BluCore first impressions

55:40 Do we still think foam is the future?

1:00:36 Gherkin Nightshade

1:05:55 Q&A: Pros & cons of 5.25 vs 5.5 inch handle

1:08:15 Q&A: Paddle options like my 6.0 DBD but more power

1:09:58 Q&A: Will tariffs drive paddle prices above $300

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Stuff mentioned:

Diadem BluCore info: https://diademsports.com/products/blucore-the-future-of-pickleball-copy?sca_ref=6013060.T2dFY8p25O&sca_source=pod&utm_source=uppromote&utm_medium=affilliate&utm_campaign=braydon-unsicker

Gherkin Nightshade (code PBEFFECT): Coming April 15

Selkirk Labs 008 (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirklabs.com/products/selkirk-labs-project-008-13mm?variant=47594180837613&sca_ref=2324923.ObvItRRsKz&sca_source=pod

CRBN TruFoam (code PBEFFECT): https://crbnpickleball.com/discount/pbeffect?redirect=/products/crbn-pickleball-trufoam-genesis-paddle-2

Honolulu J2k (code PBEFFECT): https://808pickle.com/products/sword-shield-j2k?sca_ref=5946671.20PzzMr8tb&sca_source=pod

B&B Invader (code PBEFFECT): http://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/GKmMqm

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

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#pickleball #podcast

Join Braydon, Kyle, and Aaron as they discuss playing patterns, new PPA partnerships, and rank the top sixteen pickleball brands in a head-to-head March Madness bracket challenge.

Sponsors:

ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV2

Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY

Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE 

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TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro05:10 Weekly Update - New weighted tape, Austin plans11:41 3.0 to 5.0 - Identifying patterns23:56 Kyle’s Corner - PPA Red Rock partnerships and storylines33:48 Paddle Babble - Best Brands Bracket39:27 Honoluou vs Selkirk46:47 Six Zero vs JOOLA59:31 Paddletek vs Spartus1:04:35 Vatic Pro vs PB Apes1:20:14 Final four - 11SIX24, JOOLA, Chorus, CRBN1:21:53 Finals 11SIX24 vs CRBN1:24:43 Q&A Should beginners use power paddles or control paddles?

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Stuff mentioned:

Kyle Koszuta That Pickleball School: https://www.skool.com/thatpickleballschool/about?ref=8c11beae89354dcdaf6f1faff81bc5a6 

11SIX24 (code PBEFFECT): https://11six24.com?sca_ref=5298104.j6FGx2tbv2

CRBN (code PBEFFECT): https://www.crbnpickleball.com/discount/PBEFFECT

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

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

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#pickleball #podcast

Join Braydon and Kyle to hear about their upcoming pickleball trips, the catch 22 of creating and implementing new paddle testing standards, and the results of Braydon's test comparing Selkirk’s InfiniGrit to raw carbon fiber.

Sponsors:

ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV2 Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE 

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

02:10 Weekly Update - Upcoming trips

08:12 Kyle life updates & Braydon’s Florida trip

15:26 3.0 to 5.0 - Off ball pressure

23:19 Kyle’s Corner - Lifetime prices, and local tournament

29:20 Paddle Babble - Brands, UPA-A, and USAP panel

39:52 The catch 22 of paddle testing

48:42 Gearbox GX2 price correction

53:01 Thrive Smoke

58:47 Updated Selkirk Luxx 

59:43 Is InfiniGrit for real?

1:04:14 Upcoming paddle release dates

1:06:09 Q&A Best pros use elongated. To be my best, should I use elongated?

1:08:15 Q&A Is the 11SIX24 Vapor Power harsh on the elbow?

1:08:48 Q&A Compare Agassi Pro to Perseus Pro 4

1:09:35 Q&A What paddle(s) walk the line between power and all-court?

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Stuff mentioned:

Kyle Koszuta That Pickleball School: https://www.skool.com/thatpickleballschool/about?ref=8c11beae89354dcdaf6f1faff81bc5a6 

Selkirk (code INF-BRAYDONU): https://www.selkirk.com/BraydonUnsicker 

Gearbox (no code): https://gearboxsports.com/?rfsn=7676489.281577 

Thrive Smoke (code PBEFFECT): https://thrivepb.com/products/smoke?sca_ref=5610194.6jsyCS8G5F&sca_source=yt 

11SIX24 Vapor Power (code PBEFFECT): https://11six24.com/collections/frontpage/products/vapor-power?sca_ref=7474553.EbeKeAv2hF0Rh4oJ&sca_source=pod 

CRBN TFG2 (code PBEFFECT): https://crbnpickleball.com/discount/pbeffect?redirect=/products/crbn-pickleball-trufoam-genesis-paddle-2 

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

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

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#pickleball #podcast

Join Braydon and fellow paddle reviewer, John Kew, as they discuss how their lives have changed as content creators and share the paddles they've played with since 2021. They'll delve into why they switched paddles and what it would take for them to switch again.

Sponsors:

ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV2 Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE 

Subscribe to John Kew: https://www.youtube.com/@johnkewpickleball 

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

03:19 John’s Dallas tournament

05:51 Our lives as content creators

18:48 Upcoming trip to Racquetx Conference

21:02 John’s paddle journey

38:20 Braydon’s paddle journey

50:30 Engage Innovation & Gen 1 relevancy 

58:28 Foam core interview recap

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Stuff mentioned:

11SIX24 Vapor Power (code PBEFFECT): https://11six24.com/collections/frontpage/products/vapor-power?sca_ref=7474553.EbeKeAv2hF0Rh4oJ&sca_source=pod 

CRBN TFG2 (code PBEFFECT): https://crbnpickleball.com/discount/pbeffect?redirect=/products/crbn-pickleball-trufoam-genesis-paddle-2 

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

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

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#pickleball #podcast

Are the claims about foam core durability actually true? Join Braydon as he interviews Justin Barton, a respected paddle construction expert, for an in-depth analysis of foam core versus traditional honeycomb cores. We'll explore the validity of claimed advantages of foam cores, examine their potential drawbacks, and determine whether they are truly the future of pickleball paddle technology.

Contact Justin: [email protected]

Justin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pickleballetc/ 

Justin’s podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@PickleballPursuit 

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Justin Barton intro

03:58 Goal of this interview

05:27 What is foam?

10:04 Why do some foam cores fail?

10:54 Deep dive of foam materials and cores that work

22:29 Why haven’t we seen foam cores in the past?

24:52 Is foam more durable than polymer honeycomb?

36:36 What are the weaknesses of foam cores?

43:18 Paddle performance - the real draw to foam

46:04 Foam core adoption

48:08 Are foam cores the future?

50:28 How brands can work with Justin

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

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My current gear setup

Paddle (code PBEFFECT: https://crbnpickleball.com/discount/pbeffect?redirect=/products/crbn-pickleball-trufoam-genesis-paddle-2

Bag (code PBEFFECT): https://www.advtennis.pro/products/pickleball-backpack-v2?variant=48998858621245

Shoes (code PBEFFECT): https://wepickleball.com/?sca_ref=7562267.OJykNGhHYe

Overgrips: https://pickleballeffectshop.com/products/pickleball-effect-soft-ultra-tac-overgrip-premium-comfort-extra-tacky-hot-pink-4-pack

Join Braydon and Kyle to discuss Braydon's new product, Kyle's latest article, new PPA partnerships, and the ins and outs of the new Gearbox paddles.

Sponsors:

ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV2 Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE 

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

05:00 Weekly Update - Braydon sponsors Fed + new PE product

11:57 Website, article about Kyle, PE hat on center court

16:02 3.0 to 5.0 - Dink, Dink, Go

20:14 Kyle’s Corner - Pro paddle switch & partnerships

28:48 Paddle Babble - Gearbox GX2 tech

38:54 GX2 playability 

43:04 Gearbox Pro Ultimate 14 vs Pro Power 14

50:04 Measuring maneuverability 

53:17 Q&A Tray_theis: What is your paddle if your life is on the line?

54:23 Q&A Lasunga: Do you still prefer pop over power?

57:44 Q&A Matador.Matrix: Why online hate from tennis to pickleball?

59:22 Q&A Antoniosyrkis9329: Where is weight taken off for lighter paddles?

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Stuff mentioned:

PE Tungsten Tape: https://a.co/d/5SBtm1b 

Gearbox (code not applicable): https://gearboxsports.com/?rfsn=7676489.281577 

JOOLA Pro IV 14 (code not applicable): https://joola-usa.myshopify.com/products/joola-perseus-iv-14mm-pickleball-paddle-1?bg_ref=La4dKLtAAD 

CRBN TFG2 (code PBEFFECT): https://crbnpickleball.com/discount/pbeffect?redirect=/products/crbn-pickleball-trufoam-genesis-paddle-2 

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

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

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#pickleball #podcast

Join Braydon and Kyle as they discuss the new MLP rule, compare the JOOLA Perseus IV to other paddles, and debate who might need a paddle with as much power as the JOOLA IV series.

Sponsors:

ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/ADV

Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/HOLEY

Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://a8qh.short.gy/SLYCE 

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

03:06 Weekly Update - Paddle launch events

06:59 New mustache experience

09:00 Early JOOLA launch & Kyle’s moving

11:42 3.0 to 5.0 - Hitting better drops

14:40 Kyle’s Corner - Targeting penalty update, failed paddle test

23:42 Chloe Igleski, new MLP rule

26:39 Paddle Babble - Pro IV tech

30:17 Paddle comparisons, TruFoam, Project Flamingo

36:15 Paddle comparisons, Franklin C45, Vapor Power, Bantams

45:39 Exponential power vs linear power

49:50 Q&A braydon: Who should use JOOLA level power paddles?

54:35 Q&A joeypupillo5210: What are your top 5 paddles right now?

56:45 Q&A derik_snow: Do the advantages of the newer paddle tech matter more at higher level play?

58:24 Q&A cohl_belanger: If you could turn one shot into a 7.0 level, what would it be?

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Stuff mentioned:

CRBN (code PBEFFECT): https://www.crbnpickleball.com/discount/10EFFECT 

Franklin (code PBEFFECT): https://franklinsports.sjv.io/B06eey 

Paddletek (no code): https://www.paddletek.com/A1VNEn 

11SIX24 (code PBEFFECT): https://11six24.com?sca_ref=5298104.j6FGx2tbv2 

Bread & Butter (code PBEFFECT): https://breadbutterpickleballco.sjv.io/3eqGKK 

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

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

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#pickleball #podcast

Join Braydon, Kyle, and Aaron as they discuss the upcoming JOOLA Pro IV paddles and share their experience meeting Andre Agassi, Steve Aoki, and the JOOLA team at the JOOLA pre-launch event for the Pro IV paddles.

Sponsors:

ADV Bags (code PBEFFECT): https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/PBEFFECT Holey Performance (code PBEFFECT): https://holeyperformance.com?sca_ref=7190325.KfQF5F48Nc Slyce (code PBEFFECT): https://slycesport.com/collections/slyce-speedcaps?sca_ref=6745639.ISUznjgov7&sca_source=pod 

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

04:46 What was the JOOLA event

08:09 Event highlights

12:58 Playing with Andre Agassi

17:20 Steve Aoki slams cake in Braydon’s face

22:29 Playing the JOOLA CEO

26:30 Event Q&A - Approvals, price, power, durability, & more

39:56 Paddle Babble - Pro IV Tech

43:02 Pro IV first impressions 

56:06 Kyle’s Corner - No head hunt rule, Chorus Fire delisting

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Stuff mentioned:

Shop JOOLA (code PBEFFECT): https://www.joola.com/?bg_ref=La4dKLtAAD 

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

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

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#pickleball #podcast

Join Braydon and Kyle to discuss countering the ball, fake MLP trades, the 11SIX24 paddle lineup, getting better handles, the Yobow warm-up routine, and what paddle they would get with only $120.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

02:41 Weekly update: Aaron’s music & Braydon getting iced out

11:40 JOOLA event this week & Kyle’s car breaks down

16:30 3.0 to 5.0: Counter zones and countering as team

21:15 Kyle’s Corner: Fake MLP trades & UPA-A paddle rulebook questions

27:13 Local news with park lawsuit

29:58 Paddle Babble: 11SIX24 Power vs All Court vs Jelly Bean & comparisons

37:30 New Engage Pursuit Pro1 shapes

47:43 Spartus Orion & Odyssey 

51:03 A call for better handles

54:44 Yobow warm up gear

1:01:53 Q&A: Should you prioritize drives or drops?

1:04:35 Q&A: If you have $120 to spend on a paddle, what would you get?

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Stuff mentioned:

PE Forum: https://pickleballeffect.com/pickleball-effect-gear-forum/ 

11SIX24 paddles (code PBEFFECT): https://11six24.com?sca_ref=5298104.j6FGx2tbv2 

New Engage Pursuits (code PBEFFECT): Releases 2/26

Spartus Apex budget series: Releases 2/24

Yobow warm up kit (code PBEFFECT): https://theyobow.com/performance-products/body-activation-kits/?sca_ref=8073395.xakZIchVA67PkD&sca_source=pod

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

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

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#pickleball #podcast

Join Braydon and Kyle as they discuss the drama surrounding 11SIX24's Power series launch, the Fed's loss with an Adidas paddle, ranking plush vs. stiff paddles, and whether Gen 2 style paddles are still worth it.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

03:24 Weekly update: USAP follow up

13:03 Braydon’s league night fail & dad talk

18:18 3.0 to 5.0: Attacking pressurized dinks

22:52 Kyle’s Corner: Japan update

24:03 11SIX24 Power series launch drama

29:55 Paddle Babble: Paddles pros are using

34:45 Fed loses with Adidas & ProXR label

40:25 Plush vs stiff paddle ranking

54:38 Q&A: Are gen 2 paddles still worth it?

58:21 Q&A: Will majority of pros ever switch to widebody paddles?

1:01:38 Q&A: Will weight customization on paddles ever go mainstream?

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Stuff mentioned:

Speak USAP Article:https://www.speakpickleball.com/articles/usap-media-day-things-we-learned 

John Kew’s USAP vs PPL video:https://youtu.be/dCbzCrI6j0g?si=mhCtV8QOAiPrue1N 

Nick Wade instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswade_pb?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Japan website: https://www.pkuru.com/

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

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#pickleball #podcast