To 14mm or Not to 14mm: Paddle Dilemma in Pickleball

A player contemplates upgrading to the 14mm Ruby paddle in pickleball or trying a completely different model…

Summary

  • Choosing between similar or different paddles
  • Considerations for power and gameplay
  • Tennis player’s transition to pickleball paddles
  • Advice on improving gameplay

thismercifulfate

Explains how the 14mm Ruby may affect gameplay based on sweet spot size and off-center hits

dmackerman

Shares experience transitioning from 16mm to 14mm paddle, noticing improved hand speed

chrispd01

Highlights differences in feel between tennis and pickleball paddles

jfit2331

Suggests sticking with the 16mm paddle

proto-stack

Offers advice on swing adjustments and paddle experimentation