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JOOLA 3S Paddle Details and Impressions
Sep 18, 2024
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Spartus Olympus, Honolulu J2Ti, and Predictions on Future Paddle Trends
Sep 12, 2024
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Testing the Ronbus Ripple//Other Paddle News
Sep 5, 2024
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The BUSINESS of Pickleball is getting UGLY
Aug 29, 2024
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Selkirk SLK Halo Pro // JOOLA 3S vs. MOD TA-15
Aug 21, 2024
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| 9/18/24 |  JOOLA 3S Paddle Details and Impressions | In this episode, John and Eddie discuss the latest gear and tech news, John details his conversation with JOOLA about their new 3S paddles, and the performance of the 3S paddles is detailed. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 2:40 13 new paddles with metrics added to database 3:39 Paddle radar charts now available on user interface 6:57 Updates on paddle analytics user interface 8:29 Life Time stock up 56% due to pickleball 11:00 Property values decline 10% to 20% near pickleball courts due to noise 14:19 Newest PPA serve rule 20:09 Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau handed first loss in ages 21:35 Do the new JOOLA 3S's provide a competitive advantage? Breakdown of PPA Atlanta medalists by paddles they were using 25:18 Paddles of the Week: JOOLA 3S models 26:06 Breaking news on Gen-3 cores, and John's conversation with JOOLA about new technology in the 3S's 32:32 New information about JOOLA 3S core technology 37:41 Our impressions of the JOOLA 3S paddle performance 46:12 Comparing JOOLA 3S side-by-side with other power paddles: Gen-3's, Ronbus Ripple, and Gearbox Pro Power 56:15 Updated thoughts on Honolulu J2Ti, and direct comparison to J2K 1:00:49 Deep Dive: paddle x-rays 1:03:49 Comparing how different perimeter weighting setups on the Ripple affect performance (hand speed, power, pop) 1:11:44 Kew & A: How difficult is it to control the Ronbus Ripple compared to the JOOLA Gen-3s? 1:14:32 Two questions 1) is the Pikkl Hurricane Pro still on your radar for a full review ? And 2) what treatment(s) ultimately cured your Plantar Fasciitis? | — | ||||||
| 9/12/24 |  Spartus Olympus, Honolulu J2Ti, and Predictions on Future Paddle Trends | John and Eddie give their predictions on the future of paddle innovation, and their thoughts on new paddles, including the Spartus Olympus and Honolulu J2Ti. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 2:39 John's trip to Memphis 6:58 Update on release of Ronbus Ripple 9:17 Modifications to the Ripple 12:40 Website update: glossary of paddle terminology 13:57 Titanium paddles actually shiny polyester 21:06 Babolat discount code 22:07 Paddles of the week: Franklin Tour series 30:02 Honolulu J2Ti 35:52 Spartus Olympus 42:59 Nexus ProStar 46:49 Deep Dive: Predictions on Future Paddle Trends 1:17:11 Kew & A: How to secure Slyce caps? 1:22:24 What are the best alternatives to the Volair Mach 2 Forza? | — | ||||||
| 9/5/24 |  Testing the Ronbus Ripple//Other Paddle News | Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 3:02 Paddle database updates 5:35 USAP using X-ray for similarity testing 8:38 Wave of titanium paddles coming 10:06 What in the world is titanium weave, anyway? 11:08 PPA Las Vegas recap 15:25 Johns brothers both playing with JOOLA 3S; Collin being more aggro 21:33 Paddles of the Week: Ronbus Ripple 32:55 Ethos Dunamis 37:11 Synergy Kevlar paddles 48:47 Chorus Shapeshifter new color ways unboxing 51:13 Deep Dive: clarification on last week's discussion of polypropylene core grades 56:25 Deep Dive: ideal custom weighting for a standard/widebody paddle - does a Slyce cap help? 1:07:40 Kew & A - How about replaceable paddle cores instead of just grit? 1:11:49 How does the Jelly Bean compare to the Vatic Prism Flash? | — | ||||||
| 8/29/24 |  The BUSINESS of Pickleball is getting UGLY | Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 4:19 MELIN 20% off code (active for 24 hours) 8:00 JOOLA 3S pre-sale; core specs 11:42 Thoughts on where power should be capped for paddles 17:58 Leaked Selkirk letters slamming UPA and PPL 36:49 Onix patent on thermoforming 41:57 Is big money ruining pickleball? 47:35 Paddles of the Week: Neonic Flare 56:15 Thompson paddles: 515 Uni & Twill 1:02:59 Gamma Airbender 13mm & 10mm 1:13:38 GRUVN CRUZ Gen 1.5 paddles 1:16:46 Deep Dive: Is all polypropylene the same quality/grade? 1:25:48 Kew & A: Any word on when the next CRBN paddle is coming out? 1:27:31 Where can the JOOLA 3S be played if it's only UPA-A approved? | — | ||||||
| 8/21/24 |  Selkirk SLK Halo Pro // JOOLA 3S vs. MOD TA-15 | In this episode, John and Eddie discuss the latest pickleball gear headlines, and our impression of the new Selkirk Kevlar paddle, Revolin basalt paddle, Body Helix Gold Kevlar, and Versix Vector. Timestamps: 0:00 Hellos and pleasantries 3:38 Centerline Athletics 4:40 Latest News/ Gear Gossip: website poll winner for next paddle reviewed 7:23 Melin hat 20% off code coming next week 9:18 Most recommended write-in paddles for review 9:49 JOOLA Gen 3-S versus MOD TA-15 - is there a difference? 16:49 Updates on UPA paddle certification program 23:09 Paddles of the Week: Selkirk SLK Halo Pro 27:21 Revolin Revo Pro with basalt surface 31:55 Versix Vector 36:01 Body Helix X4 Gold Kevlar 43:30 Kew & A: Which Slyce cap is recommended: 0.5 ounce of 1.0 ounce? 47:15 Why use concentrated perimeter weighting versus lighter-weight tape spread over larger area? | — | ||||||
| 8/15/24 |  Diadem Hush, "Gen-3.5" Ace Heart Paddle, JOOLA 3S Paddles | In this episode, John and Eddie discuss the most powerful paddle on the market, news about UPA paddle certification, and lots of website updates. Also, Chris Cali from Sorry Not Sorry joins for a pro tour recap. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 4:41 Pro Tour Recap with Chris Cali 13:59 New website poll for next paddle review 17:30 New data analytics for paddle and ball databases 20:04 JOOLA 3S paddles 21:08 Conversation with UPA-A about paddle certification program 34:46 Paddles of the Week: Diadem Hush, Owl, Ace Heart 46:34 Update on hand speed index 50:47 Kew & A: Will JOOLA Mod TA-15 have a break-in period? 57:33: Why did Gearbox not release the Ultimate in a wide body? | — | ||||||
| 8/8/24 |  Hand Speed Index is Here; JOOLA MOD TA-15, PaddleTek | In this episode, John and Eddie discuss current paddle news, and Chris Callie from Sorry Not Sorry joins for a pro tour recap. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 7:00 Pro Tour Recap with Chris Callie (Sorry Not Sorry) 23:44 Gear Gossip: Chorus Shapeshifter back in stock (Pre-Order) 25:09 Collin Johns MLP rant 41:17 Paddles of the Week: PaddleTek Bantam and Tempest 54:53 JOOLA MOD TA-15 1:05:40 Release of the Hand Speed Index 1:17:39 Kew & A: How did the dwell time on the Gearbox Ultimate compare to the JOOLA Gen-3? 1:19:52 Can you take an average of the Firepower and Control metrics to find the best paddle? 1:25:05 Outro | — | ||||||
| 7/24/24 |  KewCast Episode 22: Widebody Kevlar Paddle Comparison | In this episode, John and Eddie compare the current options for widebody kevlar paddles. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 2:09 New Denver indoor facility 6:41 JOOLA Mod TA-15 Pre-Release 10:03 UPA International Championship 12:32 Kevlar widebody paddle comparison 14:23 Bread & Butter Fat Boy 23:01 11six24 Monarch Control 28:06 GRUVN LAZR 30:17 Honolulu J3K 33:01 Spartus Apollo 34:39 Best option for different categories (price, hand speed, power, pop, control) 38:27 What gets more spin: Kevlar or carbon fiber? 43:49 New metric: control score 49:51 Update on hand speed index 54:42 Kew & A: Is the new firepower metric analogous to CoR? 56:35 Kew & A: What’s with the Proton claims that the Series 4 has exposed Kevlar? | — | ||||||
| 7/17/24 |  New & Upcoming Paddles - Fat Boy, Proton Series 4, Reload | In this episode, John and Eddie discuss some current news, give initial impressions of some new and upcoming paddles and products, and deep dive into the new Firepower metric. Timestamps: 0:00 Introductions 3:15 Visit to CRBN's R&D facility in California 6:57 Mach 2 Forza, Pickleball Effect Edition 8:19 Reload paddles - replaceable raw carbon fiber face 16:49 Proton paddles banned at APP Newport 20:30 Bread & Butter Fat Boy 26:21 Proton Series 4 31:36 Bodhi grips 34:34 Deep Dive: new Firepower metric, power and pop 45:57 Kew & A - Best way to clean Kevlar-faced paddles 49:59 New Vulcan ball formulation | — | ||||||
| 7/4/24 |  Testing the 14mm Six Zero Ruby & Black Diamond; QUARTZ; Latest News | John & Eddie discuss their initial impressions of Six Zero's new offerings, latest news with the UPA-A's paddle certification program, highlights from the PPA Orange County Cup, and answer viewer questions. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 1:19 Experiences in San Clemente after our tournament bracket 4:27 Updates on UPA-A paddle certification program 9:20 Notable matches at PPA Orange County Cup 13:45 John's observations about how various pros weighted their paddles in San Clemente 17:59 Notable matches, continued 28:53 Thoughts on the Six Zero Ruby 14mm and Black Diamond 14mm 42:14 Six Zero Quartz 50:01 Kew & A: Does a large twist weight hamper paddle maneuverability on shots like flicks? 54:59 USAP got a bad rap - weren't the only paddles they messed up on the JOOLA Gen-3s? 57:31 Ideas on how to get paddle companies to self-regulate 1:02:54 How much does climate affect ball spin rates? 1:07:48 Wrap-up; plans for next week | — | ||||||
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| 6/27/24 |  On Location at San Clemente; UPA-A Statement on Paddle Certification | John & Eddie discuss the latest news on the UPA-A's paddle certification program, tournament results, what's in our tournament bags, and more. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 1:04 Eddie & John's results in the tournament 4:23 Eddie's clinic with Salome Davidze 7:46 John's experience at Proton event in Phoenix 17:09 UPA-A statement on paddle certification 36:26 What's in our bags for the tournament? 50:24 Paddle updates: Chorus Shapeshifter 54:08 Q&A - providing a rating for paddle stiffness (plushness vs. stiffness) 1:01:17 Plans for next week and wrap-up | — | ||||||
| 6/12/24 |  More Paddle Bans; Mark Paddles; Brioti Glasses | John and Eddie discuss USAP dropping more hammers on paddle companies. And we cover the Mark paddles and other gear, including Brioti glasses. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 02:12 Latest USAP paddle ban news 11:16 PPA Sacramento memorable moments 20:36 Paddles of the Week: Mark One 23:50 Mark OneX 28:44 Mark Two 30:30 Bread & Butter Shogun 35:24 Gear of the Week - Franklin Eco balls update 38:32 Brioti Eyewear 45:15 Kew & A: How much is paddle balance point affected by Slyce endcaps? 53:43 What's up with Eddie's paddle setup - taking off the original grip on the Shapeshifter 56:05 Should Big Pickle loosen the regulations on ball spin? 1:00:14 Plans for next week | — | ||||||
| 6/6/24 |  Bad News for JOOLA; Dallas PPA Experience | John and Eddie discuss the controversy surrounding the new USAP ruling on JOOLA Gen-3 paddles. And we cover our recent trip to Dallas for the PPA event. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:07 USAP's ruling on JOOLA Gen-3 paddles: latest news 25:59 Dallas Trip: First Day 35:36 Behind the scenes at Pickle Pro Labs 37:40 Notable moments watching pro matches at Dallas PPA 43:13 Content creator experiences at tournament, and meeting viewers 50:09 Six Zero Event at The Grove 1:00:57 Eddie's paddle setup for the tournament 1:02:20 John's experience in finals match for mixed doubles 1:05:30 John's paddle setup for the tournament 1:08:49 Other paddles tested: Bread & Butter Fat Boy 1:09:55 Six Zero Rub 14mm 1:11:21 Briffidi Brian's Frankenstein paddle 1:12:18 Gear of the Week: KTCHN Court Caddy Bag 1:16:36 New Franklin balls: FS Pro Eco 1:20:51 Bread & Butter Performance Tee 1:22:02 SLYCE weighted speedcaps 1:31:19 Wrap-up | — | ||||||
| 5/29/24 |  First Impressions of PIKKL Skins, and Pine Tar Suspension & Fine | John & Eddie discuss Daescu's pine tar suspension and fine, and we test out the new PIKKL paddles with replaceable skins. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction; personal stories from the past week 5:49 Daescu gets suspended and fined for pine tar scandal 11:00 Future challenge: we make our own modified paddles with illegal materials and challenge each other on the court 12:52 Vulcan ball new formula coming 14:46 Our plans for upcoming Dallas PPA event 17:40 First look at PIKKL skins, and Hurricane Pro/ Vantage Pro paddles 39:52 Kew & A: Does adding weight to the handle versus the face increase hand speed? 49:45 What paddles are we bringing to the Dallas PPA tournament? 54:04 Eddie's update on his experience with the Kineon Move+ red light device 1:02:56 Wrap-up | — | ||||||
| 5/23/24 |  New Selkirk Amped Pro Air Paddles. And, is Eddie Will's father? | John and Eddie discuss the JOOLA paddle delisting, new Selkirk paddles, and answer an interesting listener question. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 4:14 Follow-up on last week's big news about JOOLA Gen-3 paddle delisting 16:56 PPA Atlanta Open highlights 27:55 Results of Next Paddle Review Poll 33:01 Selkirk Amped Pro Air first impressions 47:43 Q&A: Is Eddie Will's Dad? | — | ||||||
| 5/16/24 |  New JOOLA Paddles Lose USAP Approval? | John and Eddie discuss the surprise decision by USAP to remove JOOLA Gen-3 paddles from the approved paddle list. | — | ||||||
| 5/2/24 |  Paddle Battle Qualifiers: Kevlar Paddles; JOOLA Paddles too Fast? | John and Eddie discuss the last week of qualifiers for our paddle bracket, considering 8 Kevlar paddles for the competition. Also, we run some math on ball velocity, and the new JOOLA Gen-3 paddles are faster than human reaction time at the kitchen. | — | ||||||
| 4/25/24 |  Johnkew Podcast Ep. 11: JOOLA Gen-3 vs. Gearbox Pro Power | John & Eddie discuss Week 4 of the Paddle Bracket Challenge, pitting the new Joola Gen-3 paddles against the Gearbox Pro Power. | — | ||||||
| 4/11/24 |  Johnkew Podcast Ep. 10 - Paddle Bracket Week 3 | John & Eddie discuss current events - is pickleball more athletic than tennis? Week 3 of the Paddle Bracket Challenge, including the new Engage Pro-1 paddles. A winner is picked from the reader questions for this week's giveaway: a Chorus backpack and photochromic safety glasses. | — | ||||||
| 4/5/24 |  Johnkew Podcast Ep. 9: Paddle Bracket Week 2, Joola Announces Launch | John & Eddie discuss the Joola launch date for their "Gen-3" paddles, other April releases, and the results of WEEK 2 of the Paddle Bracket Challenge. | — | ||||||
| 3/29/24 |  Joola Event, Paddle Bracket, Free Gift Codes | John and Eddie discuss the Joola Alpha launch event, Get2Eleven gift codes, and the start of our paddle battle bracket tournament. | — | ||||||
| 3/15/24 |  Episode 7: What is the Best Paddle for Most People? | John and Eddie discuss pickleball current events, Body Helix paddles, answer listener questions, and discuss what the best paddle would be for most players. | — | ||||||
| 3/7/24 |  Johnkew Podcast Ep. 6: How to Best Use Lead Tape, Signature Paddle? | John and Eddie discuss where to put lead/tungsten tape to maximize performance, new paddles we're testing, and the possibility of a signature paddle | — | ||||||
| 2/17/24 |  Johnkew Podcast Episode 4: How's the Spin Holding Up On The Ruby? | John and Eddie talk about current events, new paddles, and spin loss on the Ruby compared to other paddles. | — | ||||||
| 1/29/24 |  Johnkew Podcast - Episode 1 | Newest paddles news & 2024 resolutions | — | ||||||
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