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Since you can get a decent graphite paddle for $30, I see no reason to get an inferior wooden paddle even though it's $10 cheaper. I took a pickleball class and used the heavy, non-grip wooden paddles that were provided. I tried the instructor's graphite paddle and it it was sooooo much better that I didn't even bother looking for a cheap wooden set. I picked up this set of graphite paddles for $60 from Amazon and they're great: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DB2RSNF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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These graphite paddles are a lot lighter, they have better grip surface on the paddle face, and they have much more comfortable hand grips. My friend recently bought two wooden paddles. On my recommendation, he returned them and got the same graphite set I did.

Honestly as long as you get something graphite, not wood, it'll last you a good 3-4 months until you get a full addiction and wanna upgrade to a $100 paddle and then buy a bunch like the junkie we all become in this sport.


Just amazon searched Pickleball paddles. Snag anything graphite under $50. You'll enjoy it and when you upgrade, you'll pass that paddle on as many of us have done to create more Pickleball players. Here's one I've used

Amazin' Aces Graphite Pickleball Paddle | Racket Features Graphite Face & Honeycomb Polymer Core | Meets USAPA Specifications https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FV1TGBG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_kiwSzbPPKE4EF

I really like my Upstreet graphite paddle. I bought the set of two black ones that came with the covers. I think some of the single ones come with covers too if it's in the photo.

I'd really just get the cheapest paddle you can find. Maybe something like this https://www.amazon.com/Pickleball-Paddle-Graphite-Honeycomb-Composite/dp/B0779Q3FZZ/ref=sr_1_6

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When you're starting, the difference between most paddles will be hardly noticeable. And by the time you can tell what you do prefer, you'll be more invested in the sport and dropping $100 or more won't be as big of a deal.

This might work for you as it has everything they would need to play on their own as it includes two paddles and four balls.

Pickleball Paddle Set of 2 Graphite Pickleball Rackets Honeycomb Core Pickle Ball Racket with 4 Pickleballs and 2 Covers