Hey Braydon, I was the guy who recommended the Geau bag, glad you got a chance to check it out. The company's owner is very nice and genuine. I've had their Axiom Duffel 9-pack for 2 years and love it like it was the first day. Only bag that stores my size 15 shoes, paddles, balls, drilling accessories, and a bunch of other stuff in perfectly organized (adjustable) compartments. Even though it's super lightweight it's very durable, no signs of wear/tear.
Thanks for the rec! We did a video call together and he was super nice and seems very sharp. I'll keeping my eye on them. He sent me the duffle too but it was just too big for me ha. I'm don't think I could fill that up, even on paddle testing days when I have 5-10 paddles with me. I can see how an instructor or something would like it though to fit in bigger things like training tools and what not. Sounds like you do that with drilling accessories. The adjustable compartments in it is brilliant.
Glad you enjoyed it! The ADV Pickleball Backpack V2 would be the one. Here's the link and the code PBEFFECT works on their site if you decide to pick one up, www.advtennis.pro/products/pickleball-backpack-v2?variant=48998858588477.
I think one thing you’re missing about the benefit of elongated paddles is the extra reach. Former/current tennis players such as myself hit a lot at the top half of the paddle face and need a lot of stability in the upper hoop. Haven’t hit with a standard or wide body paddle that had sufficient sweet spot and stability at the top
Hybrid shapes give you more reach than a widebody and are only a quarter of an inch shorter than an elongated. My argument is that a hybrid is enough length plus you get the benefits of more forgiveness and better maneuverability. And if you do want to weight it up then you don't have to use as much weight to get the same benefits as you would with more weight on a true elongated paddle.
@@DinkSmashMedia I wouldn't be surprised if it came, I just know there was already drama and pointed comments toward Selkirk for getting litigious when they haven't done so yet. I am not a fan of Selkirk's current line of paddles, but I do live here in CDA and play with a lot of the Selkirk guys and they are all great people. So I just want the news regarding them to be accurate, and not spur on unwarranted scrutiny of the brand. There is plenty to scrutinize as is lol.
@ yeah Selkirk leadership definitely seems to be the good guys. I am all for them getting legal when their contracts aren’t respected. If you are getting paid you should honor your commitments. I got shipping notice of the 008 yesterday so I’m excited to try what everyone was using at the masters.
Hey just a piece of videography advice (I'm a full-time video/photo). Try to get your talents further from the wall and/or use softer (bigger) light diffusion to alleviate the harsh shadows on your wall by the logo. Specifically Kyle's close shot has it the worst. An overhead dome style softbox could soften up the wall-side of the face as well. I noice the light for Kyle is parallel with him, if it were parallel with you but lighting him it would actually soften his face shadow. Sorry, just my unasked for comment lol just trying to help out.
Thanks for the tips, that makes a lot of sense. I need all the help I can get with that kind of stuff. I wish I saw this before I did my interview crbn but will keep it in mind for future set rearrangements. It's a tighter space in general so I have work with those constraints but I know I can keep learning and improving how I use the space.
Need yall to do a experiment to see how much edge tape increases swing weight… electrical tape and actual edge tape see how much it adds onto the paddle!
So I've been playing pickle ball for over 16 years and two years ago I switched back to a widebody so I went from Engage pursuit pro MX to the EX and my game is exponentially better and it's always been good. I'm a coach for nine years so thanks. Don't forget the wide bodies are way better at the net.
Me too switched to wide body from hybrid.my net game went up ,control ,spin .off center hits still going over and excellent twist weight last thing the hand fights were amazing
If the QD drama continues, can we get a segment on the next pod called “Quabacle Update?”.👌🏼🤣 Great pod as always you guys. Loved the laughter of the kiddos in the back too.
Kyle … I recently came to the same thought … resets (all defense from transition) has more to do with winning than I thought before. Every time I watch ALW/Parenteau play Bright/Rohrabacher, the level of “keeping the point alive from defense in transition area” is clearly a main factor even at the pro level.
If you watch that same match with Ben, you see a few shots where QD is trying to bag him. Totally thought Ben was in his rights to respond, only thing I saw wrong was he could’ve taken his eye with a shot like that. Go to the body
I use my CRBN Pro Team Tour Bag 2.0 if I’m going to the courts by myself and it is a great bag. I also have a bag that isn’t well known and it is awesome. The Big Dill Pickleball bag is large and can accommodate about anything you could need for a day at the courts or if you need a bag just to carry paddles it will prob fit like 15 paddles.
Am I the only one who kept hearing children during this podcast? Or am I losing my mind cause I don’t have children but kept hearing them while listening to this pod was like something out of a horror movie
@DinkSmashMedia How do you like that Alter Ego hat? I’ve been looking for a new hat to play in and they popped up on my instagram. Seems a little more reasonably priced than a Melin, plus I can’t stand the button (or whatever it is) that Melin puts on the bill of there hats.
Regarding “superior paddle shape”: what if the trend of people moving to hybrid paddles from elongated to gain more sweet spot is going to be reversed in 2-3 years because paddle technology will continue to see stability increased? Basically I’m wondering if there is a point of diminishing return on sweet spot. For Kyle: if the size of sweet spots doubled due to technology improvements, would you have any desire to switch to a hybrid? So take the Shogun and the invader right now. If both of their sweet spots doubled in size, would that actually drive you back to Elongated? Personally I feel a huge advantage of the shape and swing momentum of elongated on shots like topspin dinks, slices and overheads. Right now I feel compelled to go hybrid because of the benefit in sweet spot and stability but I don’t need a sweet spot as large as a wide body. It’s exciting to see where paddle technology is headed! Thanks for another awesome podcast guys! Love your show!
@ very interesting test none the less. I wonder how softer faces help with tennis elbow. I can’t say for sure but my j2 ti seems to bother mine less than my j2k.
@@pickleballeffect yea I saw that it went by his head and into the stands. I just thought I saw it clip the net as well. Looked like it changed trajectory to me
I have always Duong who seemed like a respectful young man but this debacle of switching paddles in the middle of the match to a brand other than his sponsor has changed my mind about him. I hope they sue him for lot of money. Not that it matters but I can no longer root for this guy.
What if there is no difference in play or feel between these different material faces? And, it’s all paddle to paddle variability/subjective bias? Changing the resin/orientation of the weave may have more of an effect than the fibers themselves…
"respect your contract" Selkirk only allowed the 008 at the last tournament, Q doesn't play with the 008... What comes around goes around and it's going around
Selkirk playing with their players’ ability to compete as a casualty of their fight with UPA-A. They literally submitted and got approved some 20 of their paddles but only wanted the 008 listed? Really put the players in a tough spot not being able to play with their normal paddles
3 challenges per match. The announcers stated this numerous times. If you can't report this correctly, how are we to trust information y'all provide that we don't have direct knowledge of?
What’s funny is you hear pro’s making comments about amateurs and hot paddles. Now, pro’s fall into the same category with not needing skills to compete with the likes of BJ and others.
I'm starting to hate Quang. Everyone can acknowledge his skill but his match with Julian Arnold showed a lot to be honest. Call Julian anything you want, but Quang Duong ditches partners repeatedly and lies to those false partners, he always looks at his dad after everything, it feels like QD doesnt respect their opponent. Quang i think could be cheating, it is indeed the oldest trick in the book coaching. Quang's trip to Vietnam gave him a holier than thou attitude because he was treated like a prince.
Part of the game... It's a WIFFLE ball. I've been hit in the eye and still see lights around my eye from time to time. Wear goggles for protection. Its part of the game or within the rules. Don't create any UNWRITTEN RULES like the stupid ones they have in MLB baseball. The ball is already SOFT. don't let the game get any SOFTER 🤣
Correct spelling = Quang Duong. Kinda gangsta Viet to auction Selkirk prototypes in Viet Nam. Maybe Duc's idea LOL. Ben's "warning shot" is bad sportsmanship. Quang is not trying to harm people. Pickleball is about hitting to body parts that are hard to return. Pickleball as a game has sped up dramatically and QD is one of the top at this. Ben should accept that style just as people have to accept his snooze fest style :D
Law suits about courts, win win play with Owl paddles or other quiet paddles and find a quiet ball, once you change and get use to them the fun is just as good as playing with other paddles….
I thought QD wasnt being sued but rather Selkirk sent him a cease and desist email. But what does that mean; that QD cant use another brand till his contract his over or Selkirk is terminating his contract immediately and QD will have to payout the remaining portion of his contract? Either way, my speculation is that QD and Proton had an agreement of this marketing tactic. And it worked, hopefully they release the paddle ASAP.
Hey Braydon, I was the guy who recommended the Geau bag, glad you got a chance to check it out. The company's owner is very nice and genuine. I've had their Axiom Duffel 9-pack for 2 years and love it like it was the first day. Only bag that stores my size 15 shoes, paddles, balls, drilling accessories, and a bunch of other stuff in perfectly organized (adjustable) compartments. Even though it's super lightweight it's very durable, no signs of wear/tear.
Thanks for the rec! We did a video call together and he was super nice and seems very sharp. I'll keeping my eye on them. He sent me the duffle too but it was just too big for me ha. I'm don't think I could fill that up, even on paddle testing days when I have 5-10 paddles with me. I can see how an instructor or something would like it though to fit in bigger things like training tools and what not. Sounds like you do that with drilling accessories. The adjustable compartments in it is brilliant.
Thanks for the recommendation Kyle!
Awesome stuff guys! Can't wait for the CRBN interview (and to see the final setup 🤣)
Thanks for the shout out to Geau Sport guys!
The voices in the background had me checking my house for voices!!!!!! man....thought I was being haunted!
Great video guys! Fun seeing you all at TFP, keep up the the great vids
Thanks Austin!
Awesome podcast. Which bag do you usually carry to tournaments?
Glad you enjoyed it! The ADV Pickleball Backpack V2 would be the one. Here's the link and the code PBEFFECT works on their site if you decide to pick one up, www.advtennis.pro/products/pickleball-backpack-v2?variant=48998858588477.
I think one thing you’re missing about the benefit of elongated paddles is the extra reach. Former/current tennis players such as myself hit a lot at the top half of the paddle face and need a lot of stability in the upper hoop. Haven’t hit with a standard or wide body paddle that had sufficient sweet spot and stability at the top
Hybrid shapes give you more reach than a widebody and are only a quarter of an inch shorter than an elongated. My argument is that a hybrid is enough length plus you get the benefits of more forgiveness and better maneuverability. And if you do want to weight it up then you don't have to use as much weight to get the same benefits as you would with more weight on a true elongated paddle.
Selkirk did not sue QD - the sent a Cease and Desist letter. That was in the Selkirk official statement that came out a week ago.
But he continued to use the proton after the cease and desist/statement so I assumed legal action to follow 🤷
@@DinkSmashMedia I wouldn't be surprised if it came, I just know there was already drama and pointed comments toward Selkirk for getting litigious when they haven't done so yet. I am not a fan of Selkirk's current line of paddles, but I do live here in CDA and play with a lot of the Selkirk guys and they are all great people. So I just want the news regarding them to be accurate, and not spur on unwarranted scrutiny of the brand. There is plenty to scrutinize as is lol.
@ yeah Selkirk leadership definitely seems to be the good guys. I am all for them getting legal when their contracts aren’t respected. If you are getting paid you should honor your commitments. I got shipping notice of the 008 yesterday so I’m excited to try what everyone was using at the masters.
@@DinkSmashMedia I'll be interested to hear your take. I have swung it a few times, but not enough to have an opinion on it.
@DinkSmashMedia How do consumers buy 008?
I don’t see it showing up on Selkirk Labs site ??
Keep up the great videos guys, is there a resource for the KOTC LeapFrog format? I'd like to introduce to my morning group please !
Thank you. Here's the formula we used. Court 1 drops to 3. 4 goes up to 2. 5 drops to 8. 8 goes up to 6.
Hey just a piece of videography advice (I'm a full-time video/photo). Try to get your talents further from the wall and/or use softer (bigger) light diffusion to alleviate the harsh shadows on your wall by the logo. Specifically Kyle's close shot has it the worst. An overhead dome style softbox could soften up the wall-side of the face as well. I noice the light for Kyle is parallel with him, if it were parallel with you but lighting him it would actually soften his face shadow.
Sorry, just my unasked for comment lol just trying to help out.
Next week we will be back to the normal setup. I did notice the shadows were pretty harsh on my shot. Thanks for the tips though!
Thanks for the tips, that makes a lot of sense. I need all the help I can get with that kind of stuff. I wish I saw this before I did my interview crbn but will keep it in mind for future set rearrangements. It's a tighter space in general so I have work with those constraints but I know I can keep learning and improving how I use the space.
Need yall to do a experiment to see how much edge tape increases swing weight… electrical tape and actual edge tape see how much it adds onto the paddle!
@pickleballetc did that experiment once, I'll have to dig that one up.
@ is it on RUclips?
Funny but I have been using electrical tape for weight .plus it's so much cheaper
So I've been playing pickle ball for over 16 years and two years ago I switched back to a widebody so I went from Engage pursuit pro MX to the EX and my game is exponentially better and it's always been good. I'm a coach for nine years so thanks. Don't forget the wide bodies are way better at the net.
Yes! Love to hear from other widebody supporters!
Me too switched to wide body from hybrid.my net game went up ,control ,spin .off center hits still going over and excellent twist weight last thing the hand fights were amazing
Quang + Debacle = Quabacle
If the QD drama continues, can we get a segment on the next pod called “Quabacle Update?”.👌🏼🤣 Great pod as always you guys. Loved the laughter of the kiddos in the back too.
More like quagmire
@@khpickleball we might have to. That was the best unintentional comment I've ever made ha
Kyle … I recently came to the same thought … resets (all defense from transition) has more to do with winning than I thought before. Every time I watch ALW/Parenteau play Bright/Rohrabacher, the level of “keeping the point alive from defense in transition area” is clearly a main factor even at the pro level.
How do you think the 11six24 All Court will change by moving the fiberglass to the bottom layer?
Todd said in her interview after a win in singles that the new Franklin has put her on a level playing field now..
I’m pumped to swing it.
oh I didn't hear that. That speaks to how it plays well. Franklin is here to play now.
Any review coming of the Body Helix F1, suppose to be a quieter core paddle?
They are enroute. Lots of new cores in 2025. Going to be a fun year
If you watch that same match with Ben, you see a few shots where QD is trying to bag him. Totally thought Ben was in his rights to respond, only thing I saw wrong was he could’ve taken his eye with a shot like that. Go to the body
Ben just showed us how much more impressive QD's control is at that speed. BJ couldn't even match his skill with a warning shot.... 📉
The Quabacle is now canon
I just wish I said it on purpose lol
I'm sure Duong's new contractor is in on it and will pay any fines.
Yeah I suspect the same. That fee might be worth the marketing of switching paddles mid match 😂
Red flag and how well did he play with the Proton?
Regardless, very unprofessional.
Quite the Qubacle that Q is in lol
Kyle, it was clearly a warning shot. 💯
I use my CRBN Pro Team Tour Bag 2.0 if I’m going to the courts by myself and it is a great bag. I also have a bag that isn’t well known and it is awesome. The Big Dill Pickleball bag is large and can accommodate about anything you could need for a day at the courts or if you need a bag just to carry paddles it will prob fit like 15 paddles.
QD doesn’t blow his nose without checking with his dad. His dad is a jerk.
Definitely an interesting dynamic they have going. His dad does seem to push him pretty hard.
🤦🏻♂️
No, dad just wants the best for his son. It's a great relationship.
You're right. We don't have to care what paddles professionals use.
Thanks for the content. Switch seats for a better look.
Am I the only one who kept hearing children during this podcast? Or am I losing my mind cause I don’t have children but kept hearing them while listening to this pod was like something out of a horror movie
@DinkSmashMedia How do you like that Alter Ego hat? I’ve been looking for a new hat to play in and they popped up on my instagram. Seems a little more reasonably priced than a Melin, plus I can’t stand the button (or whatever it is) that Melin puts on the bill of there hats.
How's the spin on the Avoura
What’s the swing weight of the new Franklin Pickleball paddle?
Could you kindly share the Leap Frog King of the Court formula please
1 drops to 3
4 goes to 2
5 drops to 7
8 goes 6
@pickleballeffect thank you and keep up the wonderful podcasts.
There's been a lot of drama at pickleball lately.😂
Regarding “superior paddle shape”: what if the trend of people moving to hybrid paddles from elongated to gain more sweet spot is going to be reversed in 2-3 years because paddle technology will continue to see stability increased?
Basically I’m wondering if there is a point of diminishing return on sweet spot. For Kyle: if the size of sweet spots doubled due to technology improvements, would you have any desire to switch to a hybrid? So take the Shogun and the invader right now. If both of their sweet spots doubled in size, would that actually drive you back to Elongated? Personally I feel a huge advantage of the shape and swing momentum of elongated on shots like topspin dinks, slices and overheads. Right now I feel compelled to go hybrid because of the benefit in sweet spot and stability but I don’t need a sweet spot as large as a wide body.
It’s exciting to see where paddle technology is headed! Thanks for another awesome podcast guys! Love your show!
That's a good thought. Yes, if sweet spot was better out of the box and they offered lighter weight versions then I think the trend could be reversed.
Quite the quabacle I gotta say 😂😂😂
Ha I wish I said it on purpose, I can only be accidentally clever.
Enjoy the podcast. I also prefer hybrid or wide body paddles.
Impossible drops is the best drill!
Glad you like it! It’s really one of my favorites. That and dink dink go
You could have tested with the J2 series as well.
I guess you're right, that would of been another one I could have done.
@ very interesting test none the less. I wonder how softer faces help with tennis elbow. I can’t say for sure but my j2 ti seems to bother mine less than my j2k.
The kid sounds in the background was a cute addition lol. #DADPOD
My kids were so pumped to hang out with Braydon’s girls
@ that’s awesome. Some might be bothered by it but it’s a welcome sound to us grandparents. Great work, I really enjoy the pod.
Didn’t Ben’s shot at QD hit the net? So if he didn’t hit the net I think it would have hit him
No, it went by his head and into the stands. You can see replays of it on The Kitchen Facebook and Instagram page.
No, not at all...
@@pickleballeffect yea I saw that it went by his head and into the stands. I just thought I saw it clip the net as well. Looked like it changed trajectory to me
I'm pretty sure whoever QD signs with will pay Selkirk. Plus make sure his new contract has a specific clause about "defecting".
I love both of you. You are both genuine, authentic, down to earth and real. Keep up the great work
Thank you for watching and for the nice comment :)
My club here in Florida do the king of the court. Doing the same thing. But you split with your partner after every game
the split partner adds another flare to it. That could be interesting, I like that.
Hey besties
I have always Duong who seemed like a respectful young man but this debacle of switching paddles in the middle of the match to a brand other than his sponsor has changed my mind about him. I hope they sue him for lot of money. Not that it matters but I can no longer root for this guy.
Bro just wanted to use another paddle to win, he’s young . Get over it
F Selkirk releasing over priced garbage
@@williamzz5agreed. The 007 is a disater for its price.
@ that’s beside the point and probably applies to all the major brands given their ridiculously high prices.
@@patmartin6271dishonest young man.
What if there is no difference in play or feel between these different material faces? And, it’s all paddle to paddle variability/subjective bias? Changing the resin/orientation of the weave may have more of an effect than the fibers themselves…
1 time out and 3 challenges per game for 2 out of 3 and 5 challenges for 3 out of 5.
"respect your contract" Selkirk only allowed the 008 at the last tournament, Q doesn't play with the 008... What comes around goes around and it's going around
Selkirk playing with their players’ ability to compete as a casualty of their fight with UPA-A. They literally submitted and got approved some 20 of their paddles but only wanted the 008 listed? Really put the players in a tough spot not being able to play with their normal paddles
Invader? I hardly know her. 🎉
ah … finally … the alien is a she … this has been bothering me.
So when you buy a high cost paddle is a cover included? Selkirk, Gearbox, Joola don’t! But paddles at half the price do! ???….
QD's actions are unethical - doesn't matter how top ranked he is.
And here you are talking about 🎯
Hey you might want to block out kids when your conversation with franklin people
Yeah we should probably just get rid of them.
@@DinkSmashMedia was hoping you took my remark correctly /backround noticeable
@@DinkSmashMedia Did you keep the receipt?
@@65atBestPBI got them on Black Friday so I’m stuck with them. No returns.
leg leg leg
Just not my leg
3 challenges per match. The announcers stated this numerous times. If you can't report this correctly, how are we to trust information y'all provide that we don't have direct knowledge of?
Thanks for the clarification. My point was video challenges were being abused as free time outs
What’s funny is you hear pro’s making comments about amateurs and hot paddles. Now, pro’s fall into the same category with not needing skills to compete with the likes of BJ and others.
Didn't watch, not enough leg in thumbnail
See I knew it!
Not gonna mention the RIPPLE for the power?? It passed PBCor like no one thought it would but no one is mentioning it
I'm starting to hate Quang. Everyone can acknowledge his skill but his match with Julian Arnold showed a lot to be honest. Call Julian anything you want, but Quang Duong ditches partners repeatedly and lies to those false partners, he always looks at his dad after everything, it feels like QD doesnt respect their opponent. Quang i think could be cheating, it is indeed the oldest trick in the book coaching.
Quang's trip to Vietnam gave him a holier than thou attitude because he was treated like a prince.
What did he do in that match
So much background children noise on this video
Get over it!
Personally I'm looking forward to the 11SIX24 Power Vapor over the CRBN Trufoam
Part of the game... It's a WIFFLE ball. I've been hit in the eye and still see lights around my eye from time to time. Wear goggles for protection. Its part of the game or within the rules. Don't create any UNWRITTEN RULES like the stupid ones they have in MLB baseball. The ball is already SOFT. don't let the game get any SOFTER 🤣
Correct spelling = Quang Duong. Kinda gangsta Viet to auction Selkirk prototypes in Viet Nam. Maybe Duc's idea LOL. Ben's "warning shot" is bad sportsmanship. Quang is not trying to harm people. Pickleball is about hitting to body parts that are hard to return. Pickleball as a game has sped up dramatically and QD is one of the top at this. Ben should accept that style just as people have to accept his snooze fest style :D
But didn’t the $ go to a charity? If so, why would Selkirk frown on that? I mean, if it went into his pocket, I guess that’s a different story…
@@NOT_A_TOP_FANit was crazy disrespectful. He actions during the match (Proton) confirm his intention
I corrected the spelling, thank you.
Law suits about courts, win win play with Owl paddles or other quiet paddles and find a quiet ball, once you change and get use to them the fun is just as good as playing with other paddles….
The quiet paddles are actually fun to play with. I haven’t found a quiet ball that actually plays like pickleball yet though.
The Gamma Librarian pickleball plays awful
@@kabob21 haha I will say it is fun but definitely not pickleball
kerfuffle:)
Just fyi - you can hear the kids
Haha yeah cant noise gate 5 rowdy kids in the next room 😂 they were having a blast .
You must be fun at parties.
@@vonEgyptPickleballLeague😂
Who cares if you can hear the kids!
I thought QD wasnt being sued but rather Selkirk sent him a cease and desist email. But what does that mean; that QD cant use another brand till his contract his over or Selkirk is terminating his contract immediately and QD will have to payout the remaining portion of his contract?
Either way, my speculation is that QD and Proton had an agreement of this marketing tactic. And it worked, hopefully they release the paddle ASAP.
Crying baby in background=unprofessional
Appreciate your input. We might not be the podcast for you as being fathers is a very big part of our lives and that won’t change, have a great week.
I guess you guys had to wear pants for this episode
Them screaming kids though
Who cares!
Kyle looks like he needs to get in shape.
I am definitely a shape right now .