Pro Tour Gear, Reviewed for Regular Players

The Gear the Pros Play, Without the Guesswork

The pros test gear for a living; we track what actually earns a spot in their bags, then tell you which of it is worth your money. First up: pickleball.

Best Paddles of 2026 How We Pick Gear
Editor's Pick JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV pickleball paddle
★★★★★
4.8 / 5 - Best Overall Paddle

JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV

The paddle line the world number one actually plays on tour: power, spin, and forgiveness in one package.

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Updated 2026

Pickleball

America's fastest-growing sport, and the first stop on our tour. Guides live now and on the way:

Pickleball paddles
Paddles
Six picks, ranked from pro-level to first paddle
Shoes
Court shoes that hold up to lateral play - coming soon
Bags
Sling to tournament bags - coming soon
Balls & Accessories
Balls, grips, and machines - coming soon

More Tours on the Radar

ProTour Gear is built to cover every sport with a pro tour worth watching. Pickleball is first because that's where the gear market is moving fastest; padel and golf are next on the list.

How We Pick Gear

Every recommendation starts with what's actually being played on tour, then gets filtered for what makes sense for regular players and budgets. Ratings are our own editorial calls; nobody pays for a spot in a guide. Read more about our process.