Paddles & Product Education

How do I know what size pickleball paddle I need? For a beginer, a traditional paddle shape with a thick (~16mm) core is the best option. Traditional paddle shapes provide a larger sweet spot, making it easier for beginners to make consistent contact with the ball. Similarly, a thick core creates a less responsive, more predictable paddle. This results in slower ball speeds and...

Do tennis players have an advantage on the pickleball courts? Although anyone can play and succeed in pickleball, regardless of their athletic background, individuals with experience in racket sports often exhibit accelerated proficiency.  Notably, newcomers with a high-level tennis background frequently make impressive debuts on the professional pickleball scene. For example, James Ignatowich, a former Division I tennis player at Vanderbilt University is a mainstay...

The Vanguard Power Air was designed in partnership with top Pickleball Pros including Tyson McGuffin to produce the Power and Spin Paddle the Pickleball community has been asking for. Over 2 years of Research and Development has led to an edgeless paddle unlike any other with new technologies never before seen in any pickleball paddle.  Power and Spin have become increasingly popular and for...