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3-Count Franklin Sports X-40 Outdoor Performance Pickleballs Set (Optic Yellow)

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Amazon has 3-Count Franklin Sports X-40 Outdoor Performance Pickleballs Set (Optic Yellow) on sale for $3.75. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.

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  • Precision Design X-40
  • Machine Drilled Holes
  • Premium Quality/Durability
  • Outdoor Usage
  • USA Pickleball Approved

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  • These official size and weight X-40 pickleballs are approved for outdoor tournament play by USA Pickleball and were chosen as the official ball for both the US Open Pickleball Championships and USA Pickleball
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Amazon has 3-Count Franklin Sports X-40 Outdoor Performance Pickleballs Set (Optic Yellow) on sale for $3.75. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Deal Hunter gaamn114 for finding this deal

Note, product must be sold/shipped by Amazon. Subscribe & Save is available as an alterative shipping method

About the Product
  • Precision Design X-40
  • Machine Drilled Holes
  • Premium Quality/Durability
  • Outdoor Usage
  • USA Pickleball Approved

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more
  • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available
  • These official size and weight X-40 pickleballs are approved for outdoor tournament play by USA Pickleball and were chosen as the official ball for both the US Open Pickleball Championships and USA Pickleball
  • Product is eligible for refund/replacement within 30-days of receipt
  • Offer valid while promotional coupon/supplies last

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Sep 3, 2024 2:37 PM
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AtTheLeftThereSep 3, 2024 2:37 PM
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How does this keep getting posted every single day oh my god
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Sep 3, 2024 2:51 PM
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javageSep 3, 2024 2:51 PM
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Quote from Tuckin :
No each set for $4 so I basically lose maybe .02 or .05 on each order due to tax but helps people at the park get fresher balls
When you say fresher balls, how do you know when a ball is worn out/needing replaced.
Honest question here.
Sep 3, 2024 2:56 PM
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porkyfanSep 3, 2024 2:56 PM
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Quote from javage :
When you say fresher balls, how do you know when a ball is worn out/needing replaced.
Honest question here.
When the ball develops a crack then it is done. Scuffed balls play better so don't toss until you see a crack.
Sep 3, 2024 3:06 PM
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jaqnaboxSep 3, 2024 3:06 PM
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Quote from javage :
When you say fresher balls, how do you know when a ball is worn out/needing replaced.
Honest question here.
Besides the visual crack, it will bounce slightly different and a different sound.

Some will not crack but develop many small fissures. Depends on how hard they are hit, weather, and play style.

I give my cracked balls to my kids to hit around, play fetch with my dog, and tie to a string and use it for practice.
Sep 3, 2024 3:14 PM
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consumeralertSep 3, 2024 3:14 PM
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Quote from Tuckin :
Bought two orders of 3 last time and sold them at my park for $4. Not trying to turn a profit but help those who needed balls.
Would have just made it $5 so people don't have to scrounge up 4 singles or you have to find 3 ones if the first two customers don't have singles.

Saves the headache of dealing with more bills. Unless you're doing app transactions. In which case some may not even have an account with a money transfer app.

I don't know, whatever seems to work for you, just a suggestion.
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Sep 3, 2024 3:19 PM
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skinnywallet42Sep 3, 2024 3:19 PM
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Don't sleep on the Juciao branded ones on Ali. For ~$60, it competes well with some of the mid-level paddles selling for twice the price. See Joola, 11Six24, B&B, etc.

For $3.75 for a 3 pack, this is a great deal. This is the go-to ball at any local court, don't let the "pros" tell you otherwise.
Sep 3, 2024 3:27 PM
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grayguy1Sep 3, 2024 3:27 PM
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Quote from javage :
When you say fresher balls, how do you know when a ball is worn out/needing replaced.
Honest question here.
Most people do not replace their balls until they see a crack, likely because that's an obvious visual flaw. However, competitive players should replace every 8 games or so, depending on how hard those games are played, if you want to avoid a ball that plays differently depending on if you hit it on the seam or perpendicular to the seam. Balls go "out of soft" but most people do not notice it. Instead, they chalk up that missed hit that felt good to something else (which, to be fair, is entirely possible and even likely, but you can't rule out the ball if it's an older ball.

Tennis players have no problem cracking open a fresh can of balls every time they play (and that's 3 balls, not one), but somehow in pickleball people will keep balls around for a week or more with daily play if they don't see a crack or an out of round ball.
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Sep 3, 2024 3:27 PM
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dab2miSep 3, 2024 3:27 PM
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Looks like everyone already jumped on and grabbed these balls. No longer seeing it at that price. When I tried to stick these balls in my cart, the balls couldn't be added.
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jaqnaboxSep 3, 2024 3:30 PM
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Quote from Touha :
Any recommendations for a good racquet under 100? Newbie here
I would say I am a 3.5 - 4.0 player. Played tennis and transitioned to pickleball. I've been playing for about 1 year now (4-6 hrs a week). I've owned several $200+ paddles (Joola Scorpeus, Selkirk Power Air series) and demoed many other high end paddles (Luxx, perseus, amped air, ronbus, vatic). I also had friends get started with pickleball and play with AliExpress/Temu raw carbon fiber knock offs. I sold off most of my expensive ones because they were too generic or marginally better than a temu/Friday paddle.

My thoughts after a year of playing and introducing others.
If you are new to racquet sports and just want to hit around with friends, a <$20 amazon, walmart, target fiberglass paddle will suffice. Even at 4 paddles with balls for ~$50 is fine. It gets the family and friends outdoors and provides entertainment. Great for kids, friends, or family weekend. I was proficient enough with racquet sports to keep up and play a decent game but noticed my drops, spins, and control were limited by my paddle. My kids still use these and damage them all the time. These are great for introducing new players. Stay away from wooden ones. The are loud, vibrate, and deter you from wanting to play more. If its free from a promotion or something, thats fine. I would not spend any money on wooden ones.

If you enjoy it and want to do spin, power, drops etc. a <$50 paddle works well.
Temu/Aliexpress/Juciao -Raw carbon fiber paddle works just as well and provides the features you need to advance, learn, and make meaningful improvements.
Friday pickleball is another brand that offers 2 for $100. Great spin, pop, decent power. This will hold you for quite some time and even work as a backup paddle. Great customer service, good return policy. You can even borrow for "90" days if you would like to see if you like the game. Downside of Temu/Ali paddles is the vendor and quality control issues. You have to deal with questionable vendors in China and hope for an ability to return. I purchased a carbon fiber face paddle only have an image of carbon fiber fabric laminated onto the face. My credit card refunded me the money. There are a lot of knock off vendors in that market place. The Juciao paddles started off as a knock off brand, but now is turning into a more legitimate paddle company (but also cost more now). Friday will at least QAQC and let you return if you are unhappy. The Friday and Juciao paddles easily rival paddles in the $150 range.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...ry_from%3A

https://fridaypickle.com/products/friday-paddle


If you can identify your technical strength/weakness during games, you would probably be in the $100+ range. You find paddles that correct for what you lack or want to amplify. As you get better most people move away from large sweet spots and focus on power or control. Players often own many different paddles to be able to switch their play style (unless you are that good and consistent).

I currently use a selkirk invikta power air as my primary to smash and have faster hands. My secondary/fun paddle is a $40 Juciao from temu. Whenever I feel I'm off my game or want to switch it up i use this paddle. It is also fun to try something different and make you focus on different aspects of your game. Currently looking to pick up a Friday paddle as well after demoing one. Great bang for your buck for $50. They all play a little different and will help you play better if you know what you are looking for. (more power, more control, bigger sweet spot).

Im a slickdealer at heart. Always looking for the best bang for your buck. The high end stuff is mostly for looks, status, and bragging rights.
Last edited by jaqnabox September 3, 2024 at 08:36 AM.
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Sep 3, 2024 4:19 PM
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TuckinSep 3, 2024 4:19 PM
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Quote from consumeralert :
Would have just made it $5 so people don't have to scrounge up 4 singles or you have to find 3 ones if the first two customers don't have singles.

Saves the headache of dealing with more bills. Unless you're doing app transactions. In which case some may not even have an account with a money transfer app.

I don't know, whatever seems to work for you, just a suggestion.
I don't mind doing Venmo or Zelle if someone wants to pay $5 I'll take an extra $1. Don't mind losing the few nickels to tax. I only sold two so far but I mean with how active these deals were I was tempted to return the surplus I bought but I figured I could help the courts out more
Sep 3, 2024 4:27 PM
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TuckinSep 3, 2024 4:27 PM
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Quote from jaqnabox :
I would say I am a 3.5 - 4.0 player. Played tennis and transitioned to pickleball. I've been playing for about 1 year now (4-6 hrs a week). I've owned several $200+ paddles (Joola Scorpeus, Selkirk Power Air series) and demoed many other high end paddles (Luxx, perseus, amped air, ronbus, vatic). I also had friends get started with pickleball and play with AliExpress/Temu raw carbon fiber knock offs. I sold off most of my expensive ones because they were too generic or marginally better than a temu/Friday paddle.

My thoughts after a year of playing and introducing others.
If you are new to racquet sports and just want to hit around with friends, a <$20 amazon, walmart, target fiberglass paddle will suffice. Even at 4 paddles with balls for ~$50 is fine. It gets the family and friends outdoors and provides entertainment. Great for kids, friends, or family weekend. I was proficient enough with racquet sports to keep up and play a decent game but noticed my drops, spins, and control were limited by my paddle. My kids still use these and damage them all the time. These are great for introducing new players. Stay away from wooden ones. The are loud, vibrate, and deter you from wanting to play more. If its free from a promotion or something, thats fine. I would not spend any money on wooden ones.

If you enjoy it and want to do spin, power, drops etc. a <$50 paddle works well.
Temu/Aliexpress/Juciao -Raw carbon fiber paddle works just as well and provides the features you need to advance, learn, and make meaningful improvements.
Friday pickleball is another brand that offers 2 for $100. Great spin, pop, decent power. This will hold you for quite some time and even work as a backup paddle. Great customer service, good return policy. You can even borrow for "90" days if you would like to see if you like the game. Downside of Temu/Ali paddles is the vendor and quality control issues. You have to deal with questionable vendors in China and hope for an ability to return. I purchased a carbon fiber face paddle only have an image of carbon fiber fabric laminated onto the face. My credit card refunded me the money. There are a lot of knock off vendors in that market place. The Juciao paddles started off as a knock off brand, but now is turning into a more legitimate paddle company (but also cost more now). Friday will at least QAQC and let you return if you are unhappy. The Friday and Juciao paddles easily rival paddles in the $150 range.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...ry_from%3A

https://fridaypickle.com/products/friday-paddle


If you can identify your technical strength/weakness during games, you would probably be in the $100+ range. You find paddles that correct for what you lack or want to amplify. As you get better most people move away from large sweet spots and focus on power or control. Players often own many different paddles to be able to switch their play style (unless you are that good and consistent).

I currently use a selkirk invikta power air as my primary to smash and have faster hands. My secondary/fun paddle is a $40 Juciao from temu. Whenever I feel I'm off my game or want to switch it up i use this paddle. It is also fun to try something different and make you focus on different aspects of your game. Currently looking to pick up a Friday paddle as well after demoing one. Great bang for your buck for $50. They all play a little different and will help you play better if you know what you are looking for. (more power, more control, bigger sweet spot).

Im a slickdealer at heart. Always looking for the best bang for your buck. The high end stuff is mostly for looks, status, and bragging rights.
My pickleball paddles are all from AliExpress I may eventually size up in to getting one from a reputable company you can use in a tournament but if I do it'll be off of fb marketplace. Here are my paddles from AliExpress:

https://imgur.com/a/VxFB0Q2

I changed the handles but they play well enough for me. I go like 4-5 days a week for 3 hours. Living in San Francisco area we get about 65 degree on average weather and great conditions.

I also recommend pickleball paddles off of AliExpress as the dink for the pop (pun) is there. I can hang with the people at my courts who all went out and spent $200+ on paddles.
Sep 4, 2024 3:57 PM
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smkrishSep 4, 2024 3:57 PM
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Quote from jaqnabox :
I would say I am a 3.5 - 4.0 player. Played tennis and transitioned to pickleball. I've been playing for about 1 year now (4-6 hrs a week). I've owned several $200+ paddles (Joola Scorpeus, Selkirk Power Air series) and demoed many other high end paddles (Luxx, perseus, amped air, ronbus, vatic). I also had friends get started with pickleball and play with AliExpress/Temu raw carbon fiber knock offs. I sold off most of my expensive ones because they were too generic or marginally better than a temu/Friday paddle.

My thoughts after a year of playing and introducing others.
If you are new to racquet sports and just want to hit around with friends, a
I found couple of paddles in aliexpess, can you tell me which is better one

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...21874.html
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...02268.html
Sep 4, 2024 6:20 PM
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jaqnaboxSep 4, 2024 6:20 PM
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Quote from smkrish :
I found couple of paddles in aliexpess, can you tell me which is better one

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...21874.html
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...02268.html
2nd link. I use this one currently as my backup. I got mine at $32. Play the waiting game to see how urgently you need it. Plenty good for <$50.

First one is no better than amazon/target cheap paddles.

I hear even better things about their higher set if this is in your price range: ($50-60)
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...ry_from%3A
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...ry_from%3A
Last edited by jaqnabox September 4, 2024 at 11:24 AM.
Sep 4, 2024 6:24 PM
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smkrishSep 4, 2024 6:24 PM
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Quote from jaqnabox :
2nd link. I use this one currently as my backup. I got mine at $32. Play the waiting game to see how urgently you need it. Plenty good for
This looks exactly like Juciao paddle: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D6R55YM5/

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Quote from smkrish :
This looks exactly like Juciao paddle: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D6R55YM5/
While similar to the Juciao, these are little more hit or miss. Many companies, knock offs, temu/aliexpress paddles look exactly like this.

I had two friends purchase 3 of these paddles from temu. Two were from the same vendor, one was a different print. All three felt different in terms of weight distribution (top heavy, evenly distributed etc). And ultimately their sweet spot and pop. I think they are fine to use and better than fiberglass paddles. But they would be difficult to replicate/repurchase/recommend to a friend due to so many knocks offs out there.

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