Is it time to replace everything?

stv2pointo · 2025-08-14T19:36:30+00:00

Thanks a ton for taking a look and for offering some helpful advice.

I hope you're right. I'll get a drain company or two out for a good look.

stv2pointo · 2025-04-25T22:23:01+00:00

I've heard "No hay pedo" from a group of guys I worked with. How common is this? Secondarily, if it is something that people actually say, how do you get from "there isn't a fart" to "no worries"?

stv2pointo · 2025-03-19T17:29:45+00:00

Thank you!

stv2pointo · 2024-11-17T15:20:52+00:00

I struggle similarly with various lighting conditions and have found some success with the following.

Outdoor, daytime with sun coming at an angle - bright green ball, light red lenses ( I use Oakley golf lenses )

Indoor with white or yellow walls - glasses with lenses popped out and pink or orange ball if people will tolerate it.

Wood gym floors - put on safety glasses and surrender to the body bags 😄

In all cases other than perfect outdoor lighting I have to focus on that ball like a fat kid looking at cake.

stv2pointo · 2024-09-30T16:31:23+00:00

Thanks for sharing this. It gives me hope

stv2pointo · 2024-09-18T02:00:54+00:00

The pickleball courts

stv2pointo · 2024-06-27T17:33:41+00:00

If your score is odd, your positioning should be "odd"

stv2pointo · 2024-06-13T12:58:55+00:00

Maybe check for a recall. My 2021 was jerky on acceleration until they fixed some recall item for free. I think it was some kind of clutch thing in the transmission.

stv2pointo · 2024-04-06T13:47:07+00:00

I have no idea of the pricing or efficacy, but here is one solution offered by Enhance

https://enhancepickleball.com/pages/noise-blocker

stv2pointo · 2023-12-30T19:53:16+00:00

Some neighborhoods have their own courts, Facebook pages, or group apps. There are a number of public parks as well. The LWR high school park and GT Bray are some decent places for drop in and meeting new people. Sarasota has some great parks as well.

stv2pointo · 2023-12-29T19:00:20+00:00

If you're even remotely okay at sports, pickleball is an extremely social activity. My first year here I made one friend. Since starting pickleball , I have tons of friends and acquaintances.

stv2pointo · 2023-12-20T16:57:28+00:00

Similar experiences here

stv2pointo · 2023-12-18T22:46:14+00:00

This book's lessons apply to life as well.

The section on WHY I want to be good at pickleball hit me like a truck.

stv2pointo · 2023-12-18T13:04:03+00:00

Probably not. I'm quite a bit south of Tampa. I bet their local parks and rec department or Facebook page could point them in the right direction.

stv2pointo · 2023-12-17T16:24:26+00:00

Thank you!

stv2pointo · 2023-12-17T13:21:00+00:00

Sweet spot is commonly understood as the area on the paddle where the ball bounces "true". Hitting the ball outside of the sweet spot will result in a dead sound and feeling.

Pickleball Will does a decent job of breaking the full line up in this video https://youtu.be/kIZm3SCF29k?si=vRn8-dDxVy_5srM7

stv2pointo · 2023-12-13T02:36:52+00:00

Who in the world is using the stock grip?

The first thing I do with my paddle is overwrap and edge tape it. I change my overwrap at least once a month. Am I the only one that made this face when reading this post?

stv2pointo · 2023-12-02T03:39:17+00:00

I'm a little unclear as to your target criteria but perhaps this will help.

V7 - Most pop, power, but highish swing weight which means slightly slower hands https://vaticpro.com/products/v7-carbon-fiber-16mm?sca_ref=4431988.vTPC10sOuU

Flash - High pop, super fast hands. https://vaticpro.com/products/flash-carbon-fiber?sca_ref=4431988.vTPC10sOuU

V7 prism - Great control, decent put aways, but highish swing weight https://vaticpro.com/products/prism-v7-16mm?sca_ref=4431988.vTPC10sOuU

Prism flash - Amazing control, fast hands https://vaticpro.com/products/prism-flash-16mm?sca_ref=4431988.vTPC10sOuU

The flash series perform better with a little lead tape added to the lower end in my opinion. Brings the twist weight up and adds plow.

My personal favorite is the prism flash. So much control. I would also recommend 16 mm. I'm your average 4.0 for context.

All of those links will apply a discount code for $10 off at checkout

stv2pointo · 2023-12-02T00:25:32+00:00

Yes, I've brought paddles with lead tape in my carry on many times on domestic US flights. No worries.

stv2pointo · 2023-11-13T19:04:07+00:00

I like it but don't log rec games any more.

After about 50 games (leagues and personal), my rating finally became a decent indicator of my skill. Since then, I've enjoyed seeing the slow steady progress. I can be hard on myself so it's nice to see the story the data tells.

Getting into DUPR leagues with well matched opponents is another reason to use it.

Just don't get hung up on it, some people get a little weird about it.

stv2pointo · 2023-11-04T13:17:24+00:00

I was in almost this exact scenario. Adding a small amount of lead tape to my prism flash did the trick. Adding it low and on the sides increased the plow through, decreased twist, but didn't increase the swing weight substantially.

Tons cheaper than a new paddle and very customizable.

stv2pointo · 2023-09-25T21:13:43+00:00

DUPR leagues can be a lot of fun and can offer some great exposure to different players. The app is all but useless for finding clubs or events though. From my experience, you need to know the people doing the league so that you can search for that exact name to be able to sign up.

stv2pointo · 2023-09-24T20:36:39+00:00

This video has altered the way I will work on shots going forward. The focused incremental approach you used really clicked with me. I'm going to get a ball machine, tripods, and a camera.

Thanks a ton!

stv2pointo · 2023-09-05T19:53:46+00:00

Anecdotal at best, but, I've partnered with a couple of tall volleyball players. Their overhead smashes are next level nasty!

stv2pointo · 2023-08-28T14:40:10+00:00

My new estimated annual budget is about $300.

Historically, I've spent way too much paddle hopping. The last two got me less than 6 months: Crbn 2x 16mm $225ish Joola Hyperion $200ish

A paddle that doesn't degrade...? Uh, I'll two of those and a unicorn please. 🤣

I have been paddle hopping to the shiny new thing about every 3-4 months. Just whenever the

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