The Journal
· 6 min read
Australian summers are tough on pickleball paddles. Why heat damages paddles, the one rule you should never break, and simple habits for cleaning, storing and protecting your paddle, grip and balls.
· 7 min read
Buying your first proper pickleball paddle? Here's what actually matters for beginners — weight, core, grip and face — what to avoid, how much to spend in Australia, and our honest pick.
· 6 min read
Carbon fibre or fibreglass? We explain how each paddle face material feels, plays and wears — plus what T700, raw carbon, thermoformed and foam-injected actually mean.
· 6 min read
A practical guide to choosing a pickleball paddle. How weight, grip size, shape, core thickness, face material and edge guards change the way a paddle plays — and how to match them to your game.