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Pickleball Paddles: JOOLA Tyson McGuffin 3S 14mm

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May 16, 2025 5:09 PM
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CaseCRM4May 16, 2025 5:09 PM
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Quote from turbodog :
Seems pretty expensive for a piece of non-sporting goods.
Ahhhh I see what ya did there 😄
May 16, 2025 5:20 PM
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Jayman007May 16, 2025 5:20 PM
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Damn I wanted the net but it's already OOS
May 16, 2025 5:25 PM
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supermanrobMay 16, 2025 5:25 PM
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Quote from CaseCRM4 :
It isn't so much about the tournaments as it is that you are using a paddle that is essential considered to be "too good" that it give an unfair advantage. Some consider it a form of cheating, so don't be surprised if someone who takes things a little too seriously throws a fit one day.
TBH most people wouldn't have any meaningful advantage with this paddle.

How good a player is a much bigger factor.

This only matters in tournaments, anyone complaining in rec play probably lost and pretty guarantee it wasn't because of "technically illegal" paddle.
May 16, 2025 6:02 PM
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MSG123May 16, 2025 6:02 PM
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Damn, that is super cheap. I'm glad I sold my 14mm Perseus 3s and McGuffin 3s a couple months ago. Sold them for almost new for $130. Got them for free on Amazon Vine. I still have another 16mm Perseus 3s and the new Perseus 4. The 3s is a freaking cannon. It's no wonder they banned it. I think it's still more powerful than the 4, which is dual certified. If you can, get the 16mm 3S, even though it's banned from comp. It's one of the most hard hitting paddles out there.
May 16, 2025 6:02 PM
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uping1May 16, 2025 6:02 PM
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Quote from supermanrob :
Is this anywhere near the level you & your coworkers play at?
If not yes this may be an excessive cost.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vd6PLWENCxA
Great highlights video! Thanks for sharing!
May 16, 2025 6:07 PM
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CaseCRM4May 16, 2025 6:07 PM
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Quote from supermanrob :
TBH most people wouldn't have any meaningful advantage with this paddle. How good a player is a much bigger factor. This only matters in tournaments, anyone complaining in rec play probably lost and pretty guarantee it wasn't because of "technically illegal" paddle.
I don't disagree, but it sounds notably different so people will complain about them, even in rec leagues
May 16, 2025 6:17 PM
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IndigoBirdMay 16, 2025 6:17 PM
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Dang the MODS are sold out. It's a fantastic paddle and I would've never bought one at full price because the core crushing issues are terrible and unacceptable for what you pay for, but for $50 it's the same price as the clones out there. Clones are like 85% of the real paddle so they're actually easier to control

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May 16, 2025 6:41 PM
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supermanrobMay 16, 2025 6:41 PM
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Quote from CaseCRM4 :
I don't disagree, but it sounds notably different so people will complain about them, even in rec leagues
Then people are going to dislike the new "legal" 4 model, it has a distinct sound!

Maybe if they concentrated more on their shot making rather than sound, they may have played better.

As a matter of fact, how about practice more!
I don't know about anyone else but this is the 1st sport I've played where most people do not like to practice! 🤔

I would even take a warm up for the length of the average game!
Instead it's dink for maybe 5 minutes then play.
You then get the….that was a warm up game!
May 16, 2025 6:45 PM
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CaseCRM4May 16, 2025 6:45 PM
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Quote from supermanrob :
Then people are going to dislike the new "legal" 4 model, it has a distinct sound! Maybe if they concentrated more on their shot making rather than sound, they may have played better. As a matter of fact, how about practice more!I don't know about anyone else but this is the 1st sport I've played where most people do not like to practice! 🤔I would even take a warm up for the length of the average game!Instead it's dink for maybe 5 minutes then play. You then get the….that was a warm up game!
Again, I don't disagree but if you show up with anything that's banned, don't be surprised/upset if someone starts accusing you of cheating. I don't care if it's a golf club, bowling ball, baseball bat etc... if you're playing competitively with something that is banned, people are going to call you out for it.
May 16, 2025 7:26 PM
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jaqnaboxMay 16, 2025 7:26 PM
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I would say I am a 3.5 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.:
Category: Beginner/Intro with no background in paddle/racquet sports. Player level (0-2)
Paddle composition: Fiberglass paddles with little to no texture surface.
Cost: <$15 per paddle, <$50 for a set of 4 with bag and ball
Retailer: Amazon, Target, Walmart, Temu, Aliexpress.
If you are new to racquet sports and just want to hit around with friends, a <$15 amazon, walmart, target fiberglass paddle will suffice. Even sets with 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. Great cheap and easy way to get friends and family outdoors. Easier than tennis to pick up. The small court size, simpler ball movement (less bounce, spin, speed, power), paddle/racquet length (shorter and easier to coordinate hand/eyes) make this a fun and easier game. Having a set of 2 or 4 allows to bring a match to any court, parking lot, drive way, etc. 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.

Category: Intermediate/ Tennis or racquet ball background. 3+
Paddle composition: Carbon Fiber with raw carbon face. Carbon Fiber with spray on texture grit.
Cost: <$25-50 per paddle, Usually not sold in sets.
Retailer: Amazon, Temu, Aliexpress, private labels (Friday paddles, luzz, pickleball poker)
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. 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 marketplace. You will see a lot of T700 raw carbon paddles that have similar shapes. They appear to be similar, but vary slightly on weight, balance etc. It's a bit random and difficult to find the same paddle if you like what you get. Most beginners wont notice a difference and this paddle will be 10xs better than the fiberglass paddles above. 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). They are a little more consistent with their paddles. https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...pt=glo2usa

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

Category: Advanced/ Tennis or racquet ball background. 3+
Paddle composition: Carbon Fiber with raw carbon face. Carbon Fiber with spray on texture grit.
Cost: 100+ per paddle, Usually not sold in sets.
Retailer: Amazon, Joola, Selkirk, Engage, 6 Zero etc.
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). Little to no warranty. Paddles are consumables. They wear over time. They will need to be replaced after extensive use. Selkirk (not SLK line) is the only ones that offer a lifetime warranty.
I currently use a selkirk invikta power air as my primary to smash and have faster hands. I sold the rest of my high end paddles off due to a lack of warranty. 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.
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May 16, 2025 7:32 PM
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GreyPicture676May 16, 2025 7:32 PM
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Pickleball is one of those fads that was coming up that I can't wait for it to die out quickly. City wasting tax dollars on this kind of nonsense that 10 people use and no one will be using in a few years.
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May 16, 2025 7:46 PM
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carbonfiberMay 16, 2025 7:46 PM
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Quote from GreyPicture676 :
Pickleball is one of those fads that was coming up that I can't wait for it to die out quickly. City wasting tax dollars on this kind of nonsense that 10 people use and no one will be using in a few years.
ok.... calm down mom Roll Eyes (Sarcastic)
May 16, 2025 7:58 PM
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carbonfiberMay 16, 2025 7:58 PM
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Quote from MSG123 :
Damn, that is super cheap. I'm glad I sold my 14mm Perseus 3s and McGuffin 3s a couple months ago. Sold them for almost new for $130. Got them for free on Amazon Vine. I still have another 16mm Perseus 3s and the new Perseus 4. The 3s is a freaking cannon. It's no wonder they banned it. I think it's still more powerful than the 4, which is dual certified. If you can, get the 16mm 3S, even though it's banned from comp. It's one of the most hard hitting paddles out there.
just ordered one.
been playing for half a year now, the starter paddle i got from amazon doesn't do the job anymore after a couple months so I've been using my friends',
was gonna get a prism or saga(seem like the best value for the money), but saw this it's too hard to pass up. checked with my local DUPR event organizer and they don't care, I'll worry about getting something else later if I ever actually play touraments.
May 16, 2025 8:11 PM
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DokiantMay 16, 2025 8:11 PM
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Quote from LuisG9065 :
Not everyone plays for tournaments and competition
Then why pay $110 for a paddle when you can just buy a $10 if you don't give a fark?

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May 16, 2025 8:13 PM
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supermanrobMay 16, 2025 8:13 PM
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Quote from CaseCRM4 :
Again, I don't disagree but if you show up with anything that's banned, don't be surprised/upset if someone starts accusing you of cheating. I don't care if it's a golf club, bowling ball, baseball bat etc... if you're playing competitively with something that is banned, people are going to call you out for it.
I disagree.
If/when that happens around where we play.
Doing that labels you as a whining loser trying to make an excuse.
You would be a marked man if you kept playing.

This shouldn't be a surprise, pointing to a paddle as why someone is better & you losing is insulting & honestly silly.
Even you understand this when saying "I don't disagree".
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