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How to give effective paddle feedback (and how it varies by skill level)
One of the core functions of Selkirk LABS is collecting feedback from the pickleball community on paddle prototypes. Providing useful paddle feedback isn’t as simple as saying, “It feels good” or “It has nice control.” At Selkirk LABS, engineers often guide testers to help deliver actionable insights tailored to their skill level. Asking the right questions Engineers avoid broad, subjective questions like “How’s the... -
How Selkirk Labs engineers determine a paddle’s playability through playtesting
At Selkirk Labs, paddle playability is defined as how well a paddle performs in a player’s hand across a wide range of shots. While this is inherently subjective, Selkirk Labs has created a rigorous process to evaluate and refine paddle playability through structured playtesting and engineering analysis. Defining playability from the Labs perspective Playability is less about a single attribute and more about how a... -
What is the new Selkirk LABS Maxima paddle shape? Maxima FAQ
With the release of the Selkirk LABS Project 008 pickleball paddle comes a new paddle shape — the Maxima. The Maxima is different from past Selkirk Sport and Selkirk LABS paddle shapes. Here is everything you need to know about the new Selkirk LABS Maxima paddle shape: What is the Maxima pickleball paddle shape? The Maxima paddle shape is the latest wide-body shape with...
