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How to choose pickleball shoes: lateral support, outsole and fit
Post & Paddle lists five decisions: lateral support, outsole, fit, cushioning and weight. Court shoes fit more snugly than running shoes and are firmer.
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Indoor vs outdoor pickleballs: it is the court surface that matters
A manufacturer explains that indoor balls have larger holes and a softer feel for smooth floors, while outdoor balls are heavier with smaller holes and thicker walls.
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Swing weight vs static weight: what to know before buying a paddle
Static weight is what a scale shows. Swing weight is how heavy the paddle feels in motion, and it depends on where the weight sits.
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Pickleball paddle cores: polymer, Nomex, aluminum and foam
The core sits between the two face panels and strongly shapes feel and sound. Four types exist: polymer honeycomb, Nomex, aluminum honeycomb and foam, usually 13, 14 or 16 mm.