Melin Mill Visions
Really liking the color choices and new designs of these Melin Mill Vision hats. Fortunately or unfortunately, they cost $150 since they are made of premium materials. And for that, I am passing on these great looking hats.
Passion
ArmorGrit Ordered
I couldn’t resist, especially after using the discount code KAILUAPB.
Unfortunately for Hawaii orders, there is a shipping cost of $15. But you could buy multiple paddles and still pay only $15.
The ArmorGrit Cometh…
The date is set for the release of Enhance’s Turbo MPP paddle with ArmorGrit. It’s the same great Turbo MPP but now with durable grit, and it will be available to order on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 1 PM HST (4 PM PST).
Supposedly the same great play and feel of the Turbo MPP but with spin production that should be more consistent and predictable. Available in all three shapes. More details at:
Most importantly!! Don’t forget to use code KAILUAPB to drop the price to $99. Yes, even with the addition of durable grit, it’s the same cost as the original Turbo line.
Travis Scott Raffles Are No Fun
Winning a raffle on the Travis Scott site is tough enough. Then you get something like this which hits much harder.
And you get two emails, one from Cactus Jack and a second from Super Swipe, for the same checkout… which is out of stock.
Net Wins
To close things out, my Net Woes have turned into Net Wins! Yeah, so my SwiftNet pull cord started slipping one day, and I contacted the company for support. On the next day, Rich, the customer care manager, reached out for more details and asked for pictures of certain parts.
After a few email exchanges (some even during the night), Rich diagnosed the problem and sent out spare parts to fix my current issue and also another post cap assembly if this problem were to happen on the other post.
I received all the parts (for free), made the replacements, and within a week, my SwiftNet was back in action! And I have spare parts in waiting.
Rich’s customer support was outstanding and very quick. His questions and analysis were on point, leading us to the correct resolution the first time. This pickleball net is already great, and the customer service further cements that reputation!
It’s YOUR Insoles
It’s your insoles and definitely not mine since I’ve been a fan and user of Move insoles for several years. My casual kicks are lined with the All Days, especially while traveling. Even snug sneakers are worth replacing the included insoles with the Baselines.
On the pickleball court, you must be playing with the Game Day or even Game Day Pros inside your shoes. The Pros are too stiff for my liking whereas the Game Day is a good balance between stiff and plush, providing the right amount of support.
No matter what, change out your insoles, and you will notice a big difference.
It’s YOUR Socks
So you almost have all your bases covered for pickleball success.
You got the vision.
You got the hydration.
You got the balls.
You understand your fatigue.
You’re watching the weather.
And of course, it’s not you.
So what’s left for success? It’s your socks. Yup, it’s your socks holding you back. So you need to up your sock game with these new Selkirk Courtlock socks, designed for pickleball in collaboration with Foot Doctor Zach.
Wearing a pair of these as you pickle must be the key to unlock success on court. Listen to FDZ explain why.
Learning the Widebody
After primarily using elongated paddles (and one hybrid), I bought two widebody paddles to gauge the differences in shapes. Both from Enhance, I purchased the Turbo MPP and Duo. Overall, I’m liking the maneuverability of the widebodies. Movement doesn’t feel hinged or staccato – just continuous, harmonious motion.
While the length difference between an elongated and widebody doesn’t seem significant, I have missed a few shots while reaching out with a widebody, so I guess the difference is real.
In my opinion, the Duo feels more grabby and gritty than the Turbo, but the Turbo glides more easily for me. The static weight of the Turbo is slightly higher than the Duo, but I’m guessing the swing weight of the Turbo is less since in hand, the Turbo is easier to move.
All in all, both are solid paddles, but for the price and feel, I prefer the Turbo MPP widebody over the Duo widebody. But, I’m not yet ready to use wide bodies over elongated shapes.
If you’re interested in any Enhance pickleball paddle, use code KAILUAPB to get $20 off your total order.
Net Woes
I’m currently working with the excellent customer service team of SwiftNet to figure out what’s wrong with my SwiftNet. After putting up the net and pulling the cords tight, the cord on one side slowly slides loose. The cords aren’t frayed or anything, but it looks like the internal locking mechanism isn’t grabbing/holding on.
Hoping to hear about a fix soon.
I’ve been playing Doobie Scoot Canoe for my SwiftNet, hoping to raise its spirits. So far, no improvement.
Enhance Turbo Blackout
The popular Enhance Turbo MPP is releasing in a limited edition all black version. One production run only of these paddles in all three shapes.
Release date is Friday, July 17, 2026 at 1pm HST.
In stock (for now).
Ships immediately.
Discount code KAILUAPB knocks the price down $20.
Be ready.
I currently main the elongated and recently picked up a widebody. I may have to switch. The balance and maneuverability of the widebody is way better than the elongated. Sure, the reach is shorter but flicking with the widebody feels way more natural.
I think I need to compare both to a hybrid shape… all blacked out of course!
Watching How to Pickleball
How to Pickleball (HTP) is a relatively new pickleball instructional channel on Instagram, but the content is solid and entertaining.
The strength of HTP is really breaking down techniques and explaining them in unorthodox (but sensical) ways.
Give HTP a watch!
Upcoming from Enhance Pickleball
Yes, paddle lust is real, and no, I don’t need another pickleball paddle… but both you and I know that another paddle (or two) is in sight.
While I wouldn’t mind trying out Friday’s well received Aura and Aura Pro line, there are some interesting developments coming shortly from Enhance Pickleball. Yes, the same Enhance that makes the Turbo lineup that’s been growing in my play group. At $99 after code KAILUAPB, it’s hard to beat the price and performance value of any of the Turbos – MPP, EPP, wide, hybrid, and elongated.
I am reluctant to say that the Turbo MPP wide body is my new main after using the elongated version all this time. But after a few play sessions, the maneuverability and dexterity of this paddle can definitely be felt.
To keep pace with the meta of 2026 of durable grit, Enhance is about to revise the Turbo MPP line with ArmorGrit, its durable surface. Projected to remain at $99, the Turbo with a longer lasting surface is a no brainer… unless there was an exclusive color way of the current Turbos.
Back to paddle lust, a blacked out Enhance Turbo might be the next purchase. Even with no ArmorGrit, this limited edition version would be a fun one to customize.