The tennis holiday gift guide: Pickleball edition
Great gear for playing, training and looking good on the court.
Babolat MNSTR Pickleball Paddle
Price: $159
Website: babolat.com
Babolat tennis racquets are known for their spin capabilities, and their MNSTR paddles bring that same trait to pickleball. The versatile paddle has the maximum allowable grit to help generate topspin and slice to all your shots from anywhere in the court. SMAC dampening material in the face helps disperse vibration at contact for a clean and comfortable response. For players who prefer added length, the MNSTR+ has a 5.5 inch handle to increase power and is ideal for two-handed backhands.
Fila Volley Burst Pickleball Shoes
Price: $110
Website: fila.com
Fila updates its pickleball specific shoe line with this latest Volley model. The Burst features the brand’s Energized midsole for maximum comfort, cushion and rebound. A lightweight, woven mesh upper is both breathable and supportive, with abrasion guard protection in high wear areas. The outsole sports a circular tread with targeted pivot points for quick transitions so you’re never late getting to the kitchen.
JOOLA Elite Pickleball Duffle Bag
Price: $110
Website: joolausa.com
Carry all your pickleball essentials and then some in this roomy and smartly designed bag. It has two designated insulated paddle pockets, each capable of holding two paddles, even wider and longer models. Eight zippered exterior pockets and four interior pockets means all your gear stays separate and organized, including ones with soft lining for valuables. A ventilated bottom sack can store shoes or dirty clothes. The back panel has sleeves to store the carry straps to convert it from backpack to duffle bag.
PaddlePro Pickleball Paddle Charcuterie Board
Price: $60
Website: paddlepro.com
Show off your pickleball passion with this cheese and charcuterie paddle board. Handcrafted from premium bamboo, one side is engraved to resemble an actual paddle and capture the spirit of the sport. It’s the ideal serving piece or trivet for pickleball gatherings, or as a stocking stuffer for the pickleball enthusiast in your life.
RIA Reflex Sunglasses
Price: $199
Website: riaeyewear.com
Made in Italy in collaboration with optics specialists, ZEISS, RIA’s Reflex sunglasses have shatterproof polycarbonate lenses that offer 100% UVA/B protection and premium coatings to lessen fogging, scratching and smudging. The Cobalt Blue Mirror look covers the brown-amber coloring of the lens, which makes the ball pop against the court background. The frame weighs 33 grams, has an interchangeable lens system—clear replacement lenses are available—and adjustable temples for a contoured fit. Shown in Midnight Blue, the frame currently comes in six different color options.
Slinger Pickleball Slam Pack
Price: $799
Website: slingerbag.com
Never miss another hitting session again. The Slinger Bag is a battery-powered, portable, lightweight (42 lbs.) pickleball launcher with luggage wheels for easy transport. Straightforward controls allow you to easily customize launch speed, frequency and angle. The Slam Pack also comes with a remote control, ball tube, camera holder and an oscillation plate that causes feeds to go from side to side. The bag holds up 120 pickleballs, has space for additional gear, and lasts three hours on a single charge. Due to high demand, it’s on backorder on the Slinger website until January. Order now to secure delivery.
Wilson Portable Pickleball Net System
Price: $189
Website: wilson.com
Always have your pickleball at the ready wherever you go with this portable system. A steel base and curved legs keep it anchored to the court under the windiest conditions. Easily assembled in just a few minutes the net and dimensions are up to USAPA standards. And it comes with a convenient carry case for easy transport to and from the court.
Yonex EZONE Lightweight Pickleball Paddle
Price: $200
Website: yonex.com
The EZONE paddle features a modified traditional shape made with a proprietary carbon graphite layup. The result is a large sweet spot that produces shots with easy power, feel and control. A stretchy mesh material (VDM) is wrapped around the graphite in the handle to help reduced unwanted vibrations for greater comfort at contact. Players wanting something highly maneuverable can use the Lightweight (7.6 oz.); those needing a little more mass should try the EZONE Midweight (8.1 oz.).