13 Paddle Deep Dive: Gen 1 vs Gen 3 vs Foam-Core – Which Wins? | Ep. 21

I tested 13 paddles across three different construction categories to see how each generation performs in 2025. From traditional Gen 1 builds to cutting-edge foam-core technology, this comparison reveals which approach delivers the best value and performance.
Paddle lineup by construction:Foam-Core: Ronbus Refoam ($179), Selkirk Boomstik ($333),J2NF Long HandleGen 3: Thrive FURY ($180)Pickleball Apes Harmony ($162)Sypik Triton 3 ProGen 1: Revolin Torch