Let's Get to the Bottom of Paddle Testing with USAP
Pickleball StudioMay 03, 202301:51:36

Let's Get to the Bottom of Paddle Testing with USAP

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:24 - Carls background
5:23 - USAP and manufacturers
8:57 - How was the current testing come up with?
14:59 - When did the Starrett start to feel outdated?
17:43 - How often does a paddle file certification?
22:03 - Certain areas of the regulations feel out of date
28:28 - How do you handle smaller brands who fly under the radar?
31:39 - How many brands have you caught out of spec?
36:20 - I was told not to publish data I acquired
44:06 - Companies are sending in low grit paddles for approval
46:39 - What are the current onsite tests?
54:36 - Delamination is not the true issue
59:54 - Thoughts on pros using custom paddles?
1:03:24 - Why doesn't USAP provide more information during drama?
1:07:24 - Does USAP know the testing results from PPA at the lab?
1:12:01 - Why don't you have refs press into the face of a paddle before a match?
1:15:45 - Should a player be punished for a paddle delaminating mid match?
1:18:35 - Is USAP going to ban thermoformed paddles?
1:26:05 - Why not regulate the ball more?
1:32:15 - Thoughts on Pickle Pro Labs
1:39:40 - What failed at Newport?
1:44:47 - Wrap up statements

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