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The Baseline

Pickleball Gear,
Strategy &
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Honest reviews, deep dives, and local knowledge from the team at Spinwave Pickleball on Long Island.

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Pickleball Paddle
GearFebruary 2026 · 12 min read

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Pickleball Paddle

2026 Update — Every spec that matters, explained without the noise.

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The Ultimate Ronbus Quanta Customization Guide
Brand GuidesJanuary 2026 · 9 min read

The Ultimate Ronbus Quanta Customization Guide

How to dial in the most tunable paddle on the market.

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The Third Shot Drop Is Overrated (For Most Players)
Game & StrategyFebruary 2026 · 8 min read

The Third Shot Drop Is Overrated (For Most Players)

A contrarian take on when the drop is the right call — and when it's actively hurting your game.

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Long Island's Best Pickleball Courts, Ranked
Community & LocalFebruary 2026 · 8 min read

Long Island's Best Pickleball Courts, Ranked

The top spots to play near both Spinwave locations — from free public parks to premium facilities.

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Why Social Media Is the New Pickleball Resume
Community & LocalFebruary 2026 · 8 min read

Why Social Media Is the New Pickleball Resume

How today's players are building brands, finding sponsors, and growing the game — one post at a time.

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Swing Weight Explained
GearFebruary 2026 · 9 min read

Swing Weight Explained

The one paddle spec nobody talks about — but every player feels on every single shot.

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Pickleball Paddle
GearFebruary 2026 · 12 min read

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Pickleball Paddle

2026 Update — Every spec that matters, explained without the noise.

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Best Paddles for Beginners
GearFebruary 2026 · 7 min read

Best Paddles for Beginners

February 2026 Update — Three paddles that grow with you.

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The Ultimate Ronbus Quanta Customization Guide
Brand GuidesJanuary 2026 · 9 min read

The Ultimate Ronbus Quanta Customization Guide

How to dial in the most tunable paddle on the market.

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The Complete Guide to Honolulu Pickleball Paddles
Brand GuidesJanuary 2026 · 10 min read

The Complete Guide to Honolulu Pickleball Paddles

From the J2K to the J6FC+ — which generation is right for you?

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Paddle Thickness Explained: 14mm vs. 16mm
GearFebruary 2026 · 5 min read

Paddle Thickness Explained: 14mm vs. 16mm

The spec that changes how a paddle feels more than almost anything else.

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Power vs. Control vs. All-Court
GearFebruary 2026 · 6 min read

Power vs. Control vs. All-Court

Understanding paddle profiles — and how to choose the right one for your game.

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