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Earth Day 2019, Featuring the Photography of Alex Powell
Players Pickleball is concerned about the health of our planet and honoring that by creating a special edition Earth Day paddle made perfect sense. We tried to capture the delicate balance we play as stewards for the Earth through imagery provided by photographer Alex Powell. His "interactive" nature photography is not only stunning, it often narrates the nuanced relationship between humans and our environment, combining adventure, beauty, and a raw appreciation for the world that surrounds us. This unique 2-sided paddle design showcases a small glimpse of what we love about the Earth, seen through Alex's lens.
As part of our commitment to the environment, we already plant a tree for every paddle we sell, but we've upped the ante on this paddle--for every Earth Day 2019 paddle sold, we'll plant 5 trees!
About the Photographer
Alex Powell lives and works out of Bellingham, Washington, but his travels take him across the country and beyond. His work captures not just the beauty of nature, but the subtle intricacies of human-nature interaction. His upcoming travels to Prague, Iceland, and the Faroe Islands will no doubt produce additional content for an already impressive body of work. See more at www.alxpwl.com and follow Alex on Instagram @alxpwl
Rogue SI Overview
Though it may look like a relatively ordinary paddle, the Rogue SI is unlike any paddle you've played with before. Our revolutionary Gel-Core technology gives you the predictable performance that makes this paddle feel almost like an extension of your body.
It's got the lightweight feel of a nomex-core paddle with with the control and predictability of a poly-core paddle and has proven its worth in extensive double-blind performance testing with players of all skill levels! It scored significantly higher than two other nomex-core paddles of the same specifications. Read all about Gel-Core, its benefits, and the test results.
Testimonials
“Easily the best value in pickleball now. Has finishing touches that paddles at $150 don’t.”
- Brandon Swanson, The Paddle Geek
“This one really surprised me. I'm glad I took the time to check it out. I definitely recommend it.”
-Jack Bandel, www.pickleballpaddlereviews.net
“If Consumer Reports did pickleball paddle reviews, Players would be at the top”
- Jeff Doyle (4.8) Surprise Pickleball Association, AZ
“I have tried several of the big-name paddle brands but the Players paddle felt the best to me.”
- Brandt, Overland Park, KS
“This paddle brings something unique to the marketplace. It’s Pickleball Librarian Approved!”
- Andrew Evans, Pickleball Librarian
“All the other manufacturers have just met their match.”
- Nancy S, USAPA Ambassador
Sweet Spot Mapping
We use a bespoke testing fixture to measure the sweet spot in a way never before seen in the sport. Rather than relying on subjective test feedback, we can objectively measure the ball response at controlled locations across the paddle face. Below are the results of the Rogue Gel-Core paddles against two similar shape, size, and weight paddles with standard nomex cores.
USAPA Approved
The Rogue SI passes the USAPA specification tests and is approved for use in USAPA Sanctioned Play
Technical Specs
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Weight: |
7.8oz (7.6oz-8.0oz) |
| Overall Length | 15-7/8" |
| Overall Width | 8" |
| Grip | Winn DryTac |
| Grip Circumference | 4-1/8" |
| Grip Length | 4-5/8" |
| Honeycomb Material | Gel-Core, Silicon-Infused Aramid |
| Paddle Skin | 2-Layer Unidirectional Carbon Fiber |
| Country of Origin |
Made in the USA |
| Certifications | USAPA Approved |
Custom Options Available
Contact us at info@playerspickleball.com for more information on custom paddles for clubs, special events, special people, or just for you!
30-Day Return Policy
If you're completely unsatisfied with your paddle within the first 30 days, you can return it. Read the complete details.
Taking Care of Your Paddle
To ensure the long life of your paddle, there are just a few precautions to take, both on and off the court:
- Always Inspect Pickleballs. Small pieces of debris can become embedded in pickleballs during play. Embedded debris can be carried into the paddle face, causing damage. This type of damage is purely cosmetic and does not affect paddle performance or USAPA-approved status, but is not covered under our warranty. Inspect pickleballs regularly before and after play, and periodically during play.
- Avoid Ground Strikes: The worst thing you can do to a pickleball paddle is strike it into the ground. Paddles are designed to hit pickleballs, not the unforgiving earth. Repeated impacts with the ground will cause damage to the edge guard and core, which can result in loose edge guards, "soft" paddle edges, and more. Paddles with excessive edge guard damage may be considered "abused" and not be covered under warranty.
- Avoid Extreme Temperatures: Leaving a paddle locked in the car during extreme temperatures can cause permanent and irreversible damage to the paddle. If you're as passionate about pickleball as we are, think of your paddle like you would a pet. Don't leave your paddle anywhere you wouldn't leave your dog!
International Shipping
If you are ordering from outside the United States, your order may be subject to additional charges related to import duties, taxes, tarriffs, customs fees, and more. These fees are outside of our control and are an unfortunate reality of international commerce.