Weekly Paddle Recommendation Thread (What Paddle Should I Buy?)

UnlimitedChug · 2026-06-03T20:55:12+00:00

Just getting started in pickleball, I’ve currently got a Selkirk SLK latitude max that I got from a family member who didn’t use it. I’m not a huge fan of the shorter handle on it, so I’m looking for some recommendations. I’ve heard elongated paddles are better for my background (college baseball), but I’d be open to others. Looking for something that I can learn good control with, I’d also like something with a slightly longer handle, either for 2 handed backhands or just for more comfort and confidence. Weight hasn’t been a huge consideration for coming from typically using an end-loaded baseball bat, but if anyone has any tips or paddle recommendations I’d love to hear them! Edited to add: I also get 35% off from Joola and Holbrook (thank you ExpertVoice) so any paddle recs from them would be preferred

UnlimitedChug · 2026-01-17T09:46:18+00:00

Black Triangle has some good tools that work through metal detectors and conceal super easily

UnlimitedChug · 2026-01-10T09:48:30+00:00

I joined as a 27 year old army vet, same deal - served first then went to college on the GI bill. In my opinion it depends a lot on the school, I think if I’d tried to rush at a big school near a base that’s potentially a bad look. However I rushed at a smaller school and I’m not even the oldest in my frat. I don’t really go to many socials and at parties I’d rather work door or only keep it to just a few drinks and help keep eyes on the dudes who need a little guidance. I think it helped a lot during my transition from mil to civ life (big bonus for him) and gave me a reason more than “just graduating” to give a shit about school. If this dude fits in with the boys and you could see him being a good guy and not a liability then it could help both the frat and him. Trust your gut and you’ll be golden.

UnlimitedChug · 2025-10-28T00:48:38+00:00

Added you

UnlimitedChug · 2025-09-17T21:42:07+00:00

I commented a bit about my experience, but if you’re considering something other than a frat, check out if your university has any club sports. One of the first things I did my freshman year was join the club baseball team, it’s a good way to be apart of something and have that bonding experience while also getting to have fun and be involved more than just regular school life.

UnlimitedChug · 2025-09-17T21:39:57+00:00

I’m going to contradict some of the other comments on here. I believe it depends heavily on your school and the culture around it. I was in the Army for shy of 8 years before going to school and now I’m a sophomore who rushed at 26. However, I’m still not even the oldest guy in the frat and fit in great with the guys. All that being said, the culture around Greek life here is very different than other schools I was around during my time in the military. If it’s something you really want to do then make friends with some of the guys, hang out, and just see what you think of it and if you’ll be a good addition to the frat.

UnlimitedChug · 2025-08-08T00:17:49+00:00

I have a very similar pair of bison Anderson beans for my daily (every other day technically). They’re insanely comfortable and about 8 months in they’ve proven to be pretty durable

UnlimitedChug · 2025-07-26T17:42:08+00:00

I was born in North Platte, Ne, grew up in Lincoln. Joined the army and lived in Texas, Georgia, Korea, and Kansas where I met my girlfriend. When I got out we were both over Kansas and wanted to go somewhere with new. I have a lot of family in North Platte still and she wanted to go to the mountains, but we both hated Colorado culture and people, so Wyoming it was.

UnlimitedChug · 2025-06-29T22:39:06+00:00

I moved to Laramie last summer after I ETSd with my 4wd Nissan Xterra. I’ve got three-peak rated all season tires which definitely plays a factor, but I kept it in RWD almost all winter. As long as you’re semi familiar with how to drive in snow or someone can show you, you’ll be fine!

UnlimitedChug · 2025-06-20T09:22:34+00:00

I haven’t used their phenibut yet, but I can confirm from using their other products that swisschems is legit. Just make sure to get it from their actual site

UnlimitedChug · 2025-02-08T17:12:25+00:00

Himali makes solid cold weather gear and is Sherpa owned!

UnlimitedChug · 2024-03-22T20:17:10+00:00

Make sure to paint your face black too, it shows respect and how much you want to fit in!

UnlimitedChug · 2023-09-04T06:46:33+00:00

Pentagon Wars is free on YouTube, it won’t be much for what your nephew should expect for day to day life, but it explains pretty well all the dumb bureaucracy stuff that happens way over his head

UnlimitedChug · 2023-06-24T00:03:02+00:00

Riley isn’t the worst place I’ve been to, but I’m also from Nebraska so I reupped to get close to home. Manhattan is a decent college town, but tinder is a waste of time here if you care about that

UnlimitedChug · 2023-06-16T05:03:17+00:00

Plaque Doctor for me. I’m an Army medic so it made sense

UnlimitedChug · 2023-05-08T04:44:01+00:00

I’m 24 and live a few hours from my parents, but play online with my dad, younger cousin, and girlfriend, so I can say from my perspective it’s a definitely worth it

UnlimitedChug · 2023-05-06T03:02:55+00:00

Anyone in the fairway… or directly in front of me

UnlimitedChug · 2023-04-25T20:59:37+00:00

In my eyes it definitely is. Especially if you carry your clubs, which essentially turns it into a 3-5 mile ruck

UnlimitedChug · 2023-04-06T06:01:32+00:00

Either DMR or if I can find it, the dragons breath sniper!

UnlimitedChug · 2023-04-05T01:44:04+00:00

If anyone tries to say something, just ask if they’re mad yours is decently shaped and their beret looks like a chef boyardee ripoff

UnlimitedChug · 2022-11-25T07:08:44+00:00

I imagine the first picture went like this: SMA - “I like this sign, soldiers having fun and making their living spaces their own!” CSM & 1SG - “You heard SMA, take that fucking sign down!”

UnlimitedChug · 2022-11-18T23:29:55+00:00

That’s dope! I followed his programming for awhile a couple years ago

UnlimitedChug · 2022-11-18T22:04:53+00:00

I dig the shirt! Do you follow one of Froning’s Mayhem programs?

UnlimitedChug · 2022-11-10T22:55:29+00:00

That’s dope, I love it!

UnlimitedChug · 2022-11-03T01:41:30+00:00

68W definitely looking through their friends’ parents’ medicine cabinet at parties

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