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OFFICIAL PADDLE OF UNIVERSAL RACKETS

Recommended Pickleball Gear

CRBN is the official sponsor and paddle of Universal Rackets. It's what our coaches play with. Use code UNIVERSAL at checkout for a discount on anything on their site.

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The paddles we recommend: CRBN TruFoam

Three TruFoam lines. Pick by how you like to play, then use code UNIVERSAL at checkout.

TruFoam Genesis

CRBN's all-court TruFoam paddle. A good choice if you want one paddle that does a bit of everything.

See Genesis

TruFoam Waves

Built for dwell and spin. For players who like to shape the ball and feel it on the paddle.

See Waves

TruFoam Barrage

Built for power and pop. Also the paddle in our Lakewood Ranch launch giveaway.

See Barrage

Not sure which shape? See CRBN's paddle comparison guide

Which paddle fits you? Take the 30-second quiz

Four quick questions. We'll match you to one of CRBN's twelve TruFoam paddles.

What to bring to a clinic

  1. Your own paddle (or racket for tennis). If you don't have one yet, let us know ahead of time; we keep a limited number of extras.
  2. Court shoes or tennis shoes. Running shoes are built to go forward and can roll an ankle on a side step.
  3. Water.

Brand new to the game? The free Pickleball Starter Kit covers the rules, the first four shots to learn and how to pick a clinic level.

Gear questions

How do I get the discount?

Shop at crbnpickleball.com and type UNIVERSAL in the discount code box at checkout. It works on anything on their site.

Do I need a CRBN paddle to take a clinic?

No. Bring any paddle you have. If you don't have one yet, tell us ahead of time; we keep a limited number of extras.

Which paddle should a beginner buy?

Start with a standard or hybrid shape rather than an elongated one. It has a bigger sweet spot, so more of your shots go where you meant them to. CRBN's comparison guide lays the shapes side by side.

What else do I need?

Court shoes (not running shoes), water, and a few outdoor or indoor balls depending on where you play. That's it.

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