Pickleball

What pickleball equipment do you need to start? Paddles, indoor vs outdoor balls, shoes and extras explained, with UK prices and beginner picks.

Core thickness, face material, weight and shape — the four things that actually change how a pickleball paddle plays, explained without the jargon. Plus which paddle to buy at every level.

AIXO's three-tier paddle ladder from T700 to 18K carbon - which rung fits your game, and when the upgrades are worth it.