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A critical instrument in the Selkirk Labs testing arsenal is the Taber Abrasion Tester, which evaluates the abrasion resistance of materials used in Selkirk paddles.
Read Article Inside the Selkirk Lab: How a taber abrasion tester improves paddle face durability
Behind the scenes at Selkirk Labs, a massive amount of research, prototyping, and testing occurs before a product ever sees a professional court — and some never do.
Read Article How many LABS pickleball paddle prototypes have not made it to market?
The best pickleball bag does more than carry paddles. Determine which bag is right for you while learning the features that all pickleball bags should have.
Read Article 5 features every pickleball bag should have
When choosing a pickleball bag, you should consider how much equipment you carry, how long you play, and whether you need space for shoes, clothing, a laptop, or travel gear.
Read Article Best pickleball bags for beginners, tournament players, and travel
Pickleball is a natural shift for tennis, badminton, and squash players because the mechanics of the sports are similar. However, there are a few considerations to keep in mind when tennis players select the proper pickleball paddles.
Read Article The best pickleball paddles for tennis players
Understanding your gear layout, play style, and transit habits helps narrow down what size pickleball bag best fits your daily routine. Consider these factors the next time you're shopping for a pickleball bag.
Read Article How to choose the right pickleball bag size for your needs
Standard backpacks, gym duffles, and repurposed tennis bags were not designed to handle continuous friction from pickleball paddle faces. Gritty paddles can ruin backpacks and pull fabric remnants into the paddle face.
Read Article Why gritty pickleball paddles damage standard backpacks (and how to prevent it)
Learn the most frequently asked questions we get about pickleball shoes, what to look for in the best pickleball shoes, and how Selkirk’s CourtStrike Pro, CourtStrike, and Legacy Pro models compare.
Read Article How to find the best pickleball shoes (for you)
If you're in the market for an advanced pickleball paddle, understanding the concepts of swing weight and twist weight is crucial. Both characteristics significantly influence a player's control, power, and overall gameplay experience.
Read Article Inside the Selkirk Lab: How measuring swing weight and twist weight help pickleball paddle performance
Help us shape the future of pickleball apparel here at Selkirk by taking our 2026 apparel survey. We want to build our next apparel collection the same way we build everything else: with our community in the room.
Read Article The future of Selkirk apparel
One of the most sophisticated tools used in the Selkirk Lab is the performance cannon, a machine designed to quantify paddle power and spin under highly controlled conditions.
Read Article Inside the Selkirk Lab: How Selkirk uses a performance cannon to test paddle power and spin
In pickleball, choosing the wrong socks can lead to pain and distractions, while the right pair can actively elevate your performance and protect your health. Here's what to look for in a pickleball sock.
Read Article The most overlooked piece of pickleball equipment: Socks
A pivotal instrument in the LABS research and quality assurance processes is the Keyence Dual Objective Lens Profilometer. This advanced non-contact 3D measurement system plays a crucial role in analyzing and refining the surface characteristics of Selkirk's pickleball paddles, ensuring optimal performance for players.
Read Article Inside the Selkirk Lab: How engineers optimize paddle surfaces using a profilometer
Whether you seek power, control, or a balance of both, selecting the right pickleball paddle can significantly impact your game. Various materials and paddle shapes can affect whether a paddle is best suited for power, control, or all-court, and these designations closely align with your style of play.
Read Article Pickleball paddle performance guide: Power, control, or all-court
Paddles are engineered by experts to perform well right out of the box. However, some players benefit from additional weight — or weight moved to different parts of a paddle — to help dictate their stability, power, and hand speed.
Read Article How to add weight to your pickleball paddle for maximum performance
Selkirk LABS employs advanced testing methodologies to ensure each paddle meets the highest standards of strength and durability. Central to this process is the use of a Universal Testing Machine (UTM), a versatile device that evaluates various material properties critical to paddle performance.
Read Article Inside the Selkirk Lab: How universal testing machines enhance paddle performanceYou're chatting with an AI assistant. It can make mistakes, so please double-check important details.
