Find Your Paddle
Eleven quick questions — what you want the paddle to do, your level, spin, shape, core, grit, budget, what's wrong with your current paddle, and how much customer service matters to you. You'll review your answers before you generate a shortlist that matches the whole profile, not just one brand.
- 11 questions
- Review before you generate
- About a minute
- Shortlist at the end
Your player profile
Your shortlist
Gear Guide
Get your gear to complement your new paddle — the grips, gear, and extras I play with and recommend, with my discount codes where I have them.
Grips & tuning
Hesacore grips Cookiegrips — 10% off, code TIMS UDRIPPIN overgrips — 15% off, code TimS15 TriggerGrip Pro — 10% off, code TIMS Flick Weights — 10% off, code TIMS Paddle tuning tape — 10% off, code TimS10 Hockey tape Double-side tapeGear & accessories
Blumaka insoles — 20% off, code TIMS Kane Footwear ADV bags & gear Kitchen Blockers — 10% off, code TIMS PickleClips — 10% off, code TIMS Pickleball ball holder Klitch footwear clip Melin hats — $20 off SLYCE apparel — 10% off, code TimS10Care & filming
Picklebalm — 10% off, code TIMS Reset paddle cleaner Edge protection film PB Vision analytics Phone tripod oGrip holder — 15% off, code TimS15I may earn a commission if you buy through these links, at no extra cost to you.
Paddle Finder FAQs
Straight answers before you start the questions.
How do I find my next pickleball paddle?
Start with how you play, not with a brand name. Answer 11 questions about power or control, your level, spin, shape, core, durable grit, budget, what is wrong with your current paddle, your backhand, singles or doubles, and customer service. The finder turns those answers into a shortlist matched to your whole profile.
Which pickleball paddle should I buy?
The paddle to buy is the one that fits your game and budget, not automatically the most expensive model or the one a pro is using this week. Run the finder, read why each shortlisted paddle matched, compare the prices, and confirm the current price and specifications before you buy.
How does this paddle finder work?
The finder uses your answers to narrow and rank a catalog of paddles. Intent, shape, and Tier 1 durable grit — when you mark durable grit as a must — are treated as hard requirements. The other answers help rank the closest matches, and you review every answer before the shortlist is generated.
Is the paddle finder free?
Yes. It is free to use, and your shortlist appears on screen without an email address. Email delivery is optional if you want a copy of your shortlist sent to you.
Do your deals affect the recommendations?
No. The recommendations are built first and ranked only on how each paddle matches your answers. Deals and discount codes are shown afterward. If you buy through a buy link, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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