You don't need much equipment to play pickleball. A pickleball paddle, pickleball balls, and stable shoes are the basics. If you play in a place without permanent equipment, you'll also need a net. From there, you can supplement with clothing, a bag, grip tape, and other accessories depending on how often you play and what your needs are.
At SwePickleball, we want to make it easier to choose the right pickleball equipment – not just gather products in a webshop. That's why we combine our assortment with buying guides and knowledge about paddle materials, thickness, shape, playing style, balls, and other equipment.
Whether you're buying your first pickleball paddle, want to upgrade your equipment, or are looking for products for regular training and competition, you can use the Pickleball Shop as your starting point.
Pickleball Paddles – find the right paddle for your game
The paddle is a central part of your equipment, and different models can provide distinctly different playing sensations. Material, core, thickness, shape, weight, balance, and hitting surface are some of the characteristics that together affect how a paddle feels on the court.
For a beginner, an easy-to-play and forgiving paddle can be a good first choice. As you develop, it becomes more interesting to choose according to your own playing style – for example, if you prioritize control, all-around characteristics, or power.
The thickness of the paddle is also relevant. For example, there are models with 12, 14, and 16 mm cores. However, the thickness should not be judged in isolation, as the rest of the paddle's construction also affects its characteristics.
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If you want to compare different types of equipment before deciding, you'll find more guidance in our pickleball buying guides.
Pickleball Balls – the right ball for the right game
Pickleball balls can differ in material, hardness, and hole pattern, among other things. This affects how the ball feels and behaves during play.
Balls with larger holes are typically used for indoor play, while other constructions are common outdoors. Which ball works best can also be influenced by the surface and conditions where you play.
For those who compete, it's also important to check which balls are approved for the specific competition.
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Pickleball Apparel for training, matches, and leisure
No special pickleball clothing is required to start playing. Comfortable athletic wear with good freedom of movement works well. When you play more regularly, function, fit, and comfort can become more important.
In our assortment, we gather pickleball apparel for training, matches, and leisure.
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You can also go directly to pickleball apparel for women or pickleball apparel for men.
Pickleball Bags – take your equipment to the court
When you start accumulating paddles, balls, clothes, and accessories, a good bag quickly becomes practical. Which model suits you best primarily depends on how much equipment you usually bring.
A smaller paddle bag may suffice for your paddle and a few accessories, while a backpack or larger sports and duffel bag provides space for multiple paddles, balls, clothes, and other equipment.
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Pickleball Accessories – customize and care for your equipment
Once the basic equipment is in place, there are several accessories that can be useful both on and off the court.
A grip tape, for example, can affect the feel and comfort of the handle. There are also products for cleaning and protecting compatible paddle surfaces, as well as other equipment for training and storage.
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Pickleball Accessories
Accessories can complement your other pickleball equipment both functionally and stylistically. Here we gather products for the player, such as caps, visors, headbands, wristbands, socks, and other accessories for life on and around the court.
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What pickleball equipment does a beginner need?
If you're trying pickleball for the first time, you don't need to buy all the equipment right away. Start with what's actually needed to play:
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Pickleball paddle – an easy-to-play and forgiving paddle is often a good start.
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Pickleball balls – choose a ball that suits where you'll be playing.
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Stable shoes – good support and stability are important for quick movements and changes of direction.
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Comfortable athletic wear – prioritize freedom of movement and comfort.
Many clubs and facilities have nets and sometimes even paddles and balls to borrow. This can be a good way to try the sport before deciding what equipment you want to buy yourself.
If you've never played before, we recommend our guide to pickleball for beginners.
How do you choose the right pickleball equipment?
The best pickleball equipment isn't necessarily the most expensive. What's important is that the equipment suits your level, your playing style, and how you use it.
For pickleball paddles, material, thickness, shape, and construction can be relevant when comparing models. For balls, you should primarily consider where and under what conditions you play. When choosing clothes, bags, and accessories, it's more about function, comfort, and your personal needs.
If you're unsure what different characteristics mean, you can go to our pickleball buying guides. There, we build guides to help you make a more informed choice.
Pickleball Shop and Knowledge in one place
SwePickleball is more than a pickleball shop. Our ambition is to gather equipment, knowledge, and Swedish pickleball in one place.
This means you can find the equipment you need and at the same time learn more about the sport. In our knowledge section, you'll find guides on rules, scoring, serve, strokes, technique, and tactics, among other things.
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By combining a store with buying guides and in-depth content, we want to make it easier to understand what you're buying and choose pickleball equipment based on how you actually play – not just on price, brand, or appearance.
