Choosing the Right Pickleball Paddle

A Simple Guide for a Complicated Market

Whether you're brand new to the game or upgrading your paddle, one thing’s clear:

It’s confusing out there.

There are:

• Hundreds of brands

• Dozens of materials and constructions

• Prices ranging from $30 to over $450 AUD

• Different thicknesses, textures, certifications, and discount offers

So how do you know what actually matters?

Let’s break it down.

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Part 1: What to Look For When Buying a Paddle

1. Core Thickness

Affects control and feel.

• 16mm – Thicker core = More control, softer feel, less vibration

• 14mm – Thinner core = More power, faster response, extra pop

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2. Surface Material

Determines spin, durability, and feel.

• Carbon Fibre (3K or T700) – Lightweight, high-performance, great for spin and control

• Fibreglass or composite – Heavier, less consistent, often used in entry-level paddles

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3. Build Method

Impacts strength and play consistency.

• Thermoformed – A sealed, heat-moulded design with foam-injected edges = stronger, more responsive

• Layered/pressed paddles – Often glued together and less durable long-term

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4. Surface Texture

If spin matters to you, texture counts.

• Textured carbon helps grip the ball longer = more spin, more finesse

• Painted or smooth paddles won’t deliver the same level of ball control

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5. Certification

• USAPA certification is only required if you’re playing in official USA-sanctioned tournaments

• For everyday play — including social, club, and even local comps — it’s not necessary

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6. Feel and Fit

Balance, grip comfort, swing weight, shock absorption — these matter more than specs on paper.
If you can’t try before you buy, choose a brand that supports you post-purchase.

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7. Price

Know what you’re paying for.

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Part 2: Why Buy an Angry Penguins Paddle?

Designed for Everyone. Built for Maximum Fun.

We created Angry Penguins to simplify your paddle choice — and elevate your game — without the confusing marketing or inflated pricing.

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Built Like the Best

Every Angry Penguins paddle includes:

• Thermoformed construction

• 3K Textured Carbon Face

• Polypropylene Honeycomb Core

• Edge-Foam injected for expanded sweet spot

• Pro-style balance, grip, and finish

We use the same build and materials as many paddles selling for much more — but we aim to keep our prices affordable.

That’s not a compromise.
It’s a choice we made to make premium paddles more accessible — for all players.

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Designed for All Abilities, All Ages

• Choose The Flipper (16mm) for control, comfort, and soft hands

• Choose The Abyss (14mm) for speed, power, and fast-paced play

• Both are available in two colourways

• Carefully balanced for all-day play without arm fatigue

We build paddles for everyone — not just pros.
Whether you’re just starting or playing every weekend, Angry Penguins paddles are designed to bring out your best (and your fun).

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What’s Included

✅ Neoprene paddle cover
✅ Free shipping in Australia
✅ Buyers Assurance Guarantee 
✅ 12-Month (Limited) warranty – Covers manufacturing faults and material defects
✅ Optional paddle registration for faster service
✅ The Penguin Collective loyalty & referral program
✅ Upcycle/Recycle Paddle program – Let us give your old paddle new life

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We’re not trying to be the biggest brand — just the most trusted.

Angry Penguins paddles are built to pro-level standards, priced honestly, and backed by people who actually play.

So whether you're hitting the courts for the first time, battling at club night, or just here for the fun — we've got your paddle.

Shop Angry Penguins Paddles now

Still unsure? Contact us — we’ll help you choose.