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Upcoming from Enhance Pickleball

Gee Why — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0000

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.

Paddle Lust Is Real

Gee Why — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0000

With the sheer volume of pickleball paddles coming to market month after month, lusting for the newest paddle is a definite dilemma.

The latest paddle eye candy would definitely be this Friday Aura Pro in the Miami Vice colors. That blue and flamingo pink combination feels so right, but even with the bonus extras, that $189 price tag makes me pause (because I really don’t need another paddle).

The Pop N Treasure Is Solid

Gee Why — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:15:00 +0000

I had my first play session with the new Pop N Treasure from Pickle Poppers, and it was a seamless transition. I had started the day with my regripped Gherkin Draco but then switched it up after a few games.

There was no real adjustment period. Sure, the sound and feel of the paddle hits were different but not jarring. Everything felt comfortable with this elongated paddle, but then again, it does share the same shape as some of my other paddles. Pop and power were there but not more than other paddles. The look and design, of course, are eye catching with other players admiring the fun artwork.

This paddle design was upgraded with its Evergrit durable surface, so I’ll have to pay attention to how it holds up. I didn’t notice or didn’t try to really spin my shots since that’s not my game.

Overall, the Pop N Treasure is a solid paddle for sure. It’s comfortable without any glaring shortcomings and with enough pop and power. This gen 4 foam core paddle is a definite upgrade from my Pop N Frost gen 3 paddle (now discontinued). The hitch is the price tag of $179.99. Does this paddle at this price point outpace other paddles? That’s really difficult to say when paddles like the $99 Enhance Turbo lineup are now available. However, I admit that as an early buyer of the Pop N Frost, I was eligible to buy the Pop N Treasure at a significant discount. So at a reduced price point, the paddle is most definitely worth it.

A Very Popular Shape

Gee Why — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Well, I can only assume this specific elongated shape is very popular with pickleball companies. I mean check out this profile overlay of the Enhance Turbo, Luzz Lab Tornazo 2, and Pickle Poppers Pop N Treasure.

Looking from above, can you see the other paddles underneath when stacked?

Melin’s Need for Speed

Gee Why — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:20:57 +0000

Melin is at it again, this time tapping into the Top Gun motif. Their latest hat features the need for speed.

I’m really on the fence with this one. Firstly, I don’t need another Melin hat. Secondly, the logo has the Top Gun feels, but I’m just not totally feeling the MELIN name. Or maybe it’s the checkered flags? I like the blue color and the dot camo design, but that logo needs some tweaks. Or maybe offer a similar hat just without the logo similar to this camo Compass Hydro?

Another One

Gee Why — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Look for another review coming soon. This time, it’s the Pop n Treasure from Pickle Poppers.

Sorry, no discount code for this elongated paddle upgraded with their durable Evergrit surface.

Enhance Turbo MPP Widebody Is Here!

Gee Why — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

I’m not a paddle reviewer, but yet here I am… again. This time with the Enhance Turbo MPP in the widebody shape. I’ve been main-ing the elongated version for some time, liking its pop, power, and overall easy performance. Majority of my paddles have been elongated, so I wanted to try something different.

Although both from Enhance and both MPP foam, the elongated and widebody sound completely different. The widebody hits with a lower bassy tone compared to the higher pitch of the elongated. The overall feel of the hits are similar, but the widebody doesn’t pack as much of a punch. The ball doesn’t seem to launch off the face like the elongated.

What I do like about the widebody is the weight distribution of this shape. While I’m still learning how to flick, the motion had always felt choppy when moving the paddle head from down to the finished flick position. But with the widebody, the motion feels more natural and smooth. I think practicing flicks with the widebody will develop that shot’s muscle memory faster. Then I can graduate that flick motion to an elongated paddle.

As a widebody, the paddle is shorter, and I mis-hit or even totally missed shots off to the side, so I have to get used to that shorter reach. But overall, I enjoyed the first play impression. It’s a Turbo MPP but also a different Turbo MPP.

If you’d like $20 off an Enhanced paddle, use code KailuaPB at checkout. This will reduce the cost of any Turbo paddle down to only $99 – a great price for a high performing paddle!

These Paddles Are the Same Shape?!?

Gee Why — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

I guess it never dawned upon me that there are only so many pickleball paddle shapes out there. So I was surprised when I compared my Enhanced Turbo MPP with my new Luzz (Lab) Tornado 2. These elongated paddles play very differently even though are the same exact shape! Yes, the same shape.

Here are pictures for comparison purposes. When side-by-side, you can’t even see the silhouette of the underside paddle. Maybe the curvature of the neck area is a tiny bit different? But otherwise, these paddle shapes are identical.

Regripped My Gherkin Draco

Gee Why — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

And now it feels so much better! I applied an overgrip right after getting the Gherkin Draco and always didn’t enjoy the feel of the handle. I thought it was the handle size or shape that just didn’t agree with me. So while it’s a solid paddle, I just wasn’t a fan of the feel and so wouldn’t play it too often.

Then I regripped it using the Gamma Supreme overgrip, and it feels like a totally different paddle. The previous overgrip was either thicker or I wound it with too much overlap, creating a thicker grip. The feel of the grip was dry but not soft or tacky.

Will add the Draco to the rotation, but yeah, I’m liking it much better with a smaller, tackier grip.

My First Luzz Lab Paddle

Gee Why — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

I mentioned the new Luzz Lab experimental concept previously but missed out on the big saving, crowd source tiers. Still though at $99, I decided to see how this Lab experience went and ordered a Tornazo 2 on March 19, 2026.

All paddles have to clear the crowd source minimums before going to production, and this paddle did that. On April 7, I got an email update saying that the paddle would not ship until June. I agreed with this timeline and was rewarded with small Luzz accessories as compensation.

The paddle arrived on June 15, 2026, and the Tornazo 2 product page describes the paddle as:

Built for players who want precision and feel in an elongated shape, the Luzz Tornazo 2 delivers a dense, grounded response that puts the ball exactly where you intend it. Longer dwell time, linear output, and just the right amount of stiffness make it the perfect weapon for surgical resets, buttery drops, wicked spin, and consistent drives.

So more of a control or all court paddle, not a power paddle. Honestly, I was frustrated playing with this paddle for only two games, changing back to my Enhance Turbo MPP. I definitely need more playing time to get a better feel, but to me, it does seem a little harder to rotate and turn the Tornazo. The denseness of the paddle does feel different, but that doesn’t seem to be a differentiator for me.

More to come!

Enhance Turbo MPP Hybrid Paddle Pic

Gee Why — Thu, 28 May 2026 21:45:00 +0000

Sorry to disappoint, but this post is just a picture of the new hybrid shape of the Enhance Turbo MPP. No review, no comparisons, just a pic of the paddle that arrived for a family member.

Hopefully, I can test it out later and compare this shape with the Enhance Turbo MPP elongated and widebody (not in hand yet).

The Enhance pickleball paddle line up now covers all bases in the MPP foam category. For $99 (with code KailuaPB), it’s hard to beat the value and performance.

Limited Play with the Luzz Cannon

Gee Why — Fri, 22 May 2026 04:06:36 +0000

I got to play one game with a Luzz Cannon compared to just hitting around with it previously. Yep, it’s definitely head heavy compared to the Enhance Turbo MPP or BnB Loco, and the plow through feeling is definitely there. The smaller handle does make the paddle seem more maneuverable, but I was late with the paddle face on several shots. The heavy head took a more noticeable effort to turn compared to the Turbo.

I can’t say I felt more connected with my shots with this Gen 3 paddle. It’s not a bad paddle for the low cost of $109, but I think I’ll stick with my Turbo MPP. I prefer the weight balance of the Turbo, and it is a tad cheaper (before shipping).

Get the Enhance Turbo for $99.

Although I do admit that I am a fan of the Luzz Lab concept, prototyping and crowdfunding experimental paddles. I managed to purchase the upcoming Tornazo 2 which is a different feel from what I’m used to but am curious about its control focused play style.

Enhance Turbo MPP Hybrid Launching May 16

Gee Why — Fri, 15 May 2026 19:57:20 +0000

On Saturday, May 16, 2026, Enhance Pickleball is launching the hybrid shape of its popular Turbo MPP paddle. This particular hybrid does not have the long handle of the current EPP version.

Here are the details and specs.

So if you are looking for the Turbo MPP performance in a traditional hybrid shape, be ready on May 16 at 7pm EST (or 1pm HST).

Be sure to use the discount code, KailuaPB, in order to save $20 on your order!

https://www.enhancepickleball.com/KailuaPB

Yuki Don’t Pickle

Gee Why — Thu, 14 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Well that didn’t take long, but I’ve learned that Yuki don’t pickle. More specifically, the Yuki Kawamura signature Asics shoes, the Swiftace, don’t hold up well on outdoor pickleball courts.

I love these basketball shoes for pickleball, favoring them over the Asics Resolution X. The Swiftace is more comfortable, grippy, and move well, but they are costly. The Resolution X is much more durable, showing less wear even with many more hours of play. At this rate, while I love the Swiftace, its high cost and low durability aren’t something I want to deal with every few months.

I doubt I’ve even played ten times in the Swiftace and some spots of the sole is already wearing through.

It’s YOUR Balls

Gee Why — Wed, 13 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Don’t blame your confidence, the weather, fatigue, hydration, your vision, or even yourself. Your improvement in pickleball is being curtailed by your balls. Yes, your pickle balls. Now that the Life Time balls have been officially adopted by the PPA, it’s time you started training with the LT Pro 48 balls.

I’ve been using the ubiquitous Franklin X-40 balls and don’t mind them at all. But the LT balls do play different. I’d describe the LT ball as more active. They bounce higher and therefore, move faster. But they are supposed to be more consistent over the lifespan of the ball and also last longer. I do admit that some of my older Franklin X-40 balls don’t bounce much and sometimes, skid across the court instead of naturally bouncing.

But now, I’m seeing reports that the harder LT ball is actually damaging paddles. Will have to watch if this happens. But yeah, if you want to up your pickleball performance, maybe it’s time to change balls.

Doo Doo Overgrips

Gee Why — Sat, 09 May 2026 02:31:04 +0000

Gotta hand it to Bodhi Performance for naming this overgrip color Doodoo. I feel like trying these just because.

It’s YOUR Vision

Gee Why — Fri, 01 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Of course! It’s so obvious that success on the pickleball court has to be related to your vision. I mean you can’t hit what you can’t see so any advantage to see the ball better is a must do.

Hence these Oakley Flax 2.0 (low bridge version) with the dark golf lenses. Supposedly the prizm jade lenses are recommended for pickleball and tennis, but I thought they were too dark. Despite the name, the dark golf lens isn’t just for golf and isn’t that dark.

Although I haven’t yet played with these prescription glasses, I do notice that green colors stand out more through these lenses. Hopefully, this translates to seeing a pickleball better.

See how the street sign stands out more from the background.

It’s YOUR Hydration

Gee Why — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Okay, so proficiency in pickleball is not due to:

The main factor must be your hydration! Yes, replenishing lost fluids and electrolytes must be the secret sauce. I brought some Grillo’s Pickles Liquid IV to a hot and sunny play session, and it must have upped my game. I want to say that I hit my first backhand flick at the kitchen line instinctively since I don’t even remember the actual shot. In a later match, I hit a semblance of a two-handed backhand counter. All possible due to pickled hydration!

Seriously though, having more fluids besides water did seem to help reduce fatigue. Yes, the drink does smell like the briny pickle juice, just a water-based version. The taste is okay, nothing mouthwatering but not sweet at all. It may be gimmicky, but I believe it works to keep you hydrated while you pickle.

Spam x Olukai Slippers Available NOW

Gee Why — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:12:59 +0000

The Spam Jam in Waikiki is later today, and Olukai is launching their collaboration slippers with Spam at the event. But, the three color ways are now online only via their mobile app.

The Nori/Dark Coral is men’s and women’s sizing. Ocean blue (dark blue) is men’s only. Bold blue (bright blue) is women’s sizing only. $80 each for the Ohana model.

These collabs are also available in store and assuming any leftovers online at a later time.

As with other collaborations, I’m guessing that once these are sold out, they are gone for good. I need a restock of these Zippys bangers!

How to Hydrate While You Pickle?

Gee Why — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:00 +0000

It’s starting to get hot, real hot while playing pickleball during the daylight hours. Morning or afternoon, there’s heat, humidity, and the sun rays to contend with, all while trying to hit a 3-in colorful ball drilled with holes.

So I’m going to try this – Grillo’s Pickles Hydration Multiplier from LiquidIV. I have no clue or idea how this is but was lucky enough to buy some of this limited edition flavor. Will the “savory fusion of vinegar, cucumber, dill, and a touch of sweetness” make me pucker on the court? Can’t wait to see if this pickle drink will keep me hydrated as I pickle.