Comparing Paddle Shapes: What’s the Best Shape For You?

There are three primary shapes you’ll run into when searching for a paddle. Elongated, hybrid, and standard. I go through the pros and cons of each option and share how to select the right one for you.

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Preview
00:21 Intro
00:37 Definition of paddle shape
00:56 The three primary shapes
01:45 The two sub primary shapes
02:13 Swingweight
03:46 Stability & forgiveness
04:53 Power level
05:52 Sweet spot location
06:48 Selecting the right shape

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