The Pickleball Pendulum: Swing and Miss The emergence of foam cores in paddles has left many enthusiasts feeling nostalgic for the old days of carbon fiber honeycomb cores.
But what does this swing to foam really mean for pickleball players? Manufacturers have converged on a single design language – elongated paddles with foam cores are now the norm.
Gone are the oval shaped paddles of yesteryear; today's players prefer the sleek, streamlined look that allows for greater reach and power. The Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO X is one example of this trend.