How does USAPA measure paddle spin compliance?

ByeByePoly

G.O.A.T.
Resulting rpm or some measure of surface texture? If surface texture … what happens if it passes that test but actually produces big spin?
 

treo

Semi-Pro
They measure surface texture with device shown here.

A company just started selling texture decals which looks to be the material they use for printing advertising stickers applied on floors.
 

ByeByePoly

G.O.A.T.
They measure surface texture with device shown here.

A company just started selling texture decals which looks to be the material they use for printing advertising stickers applied on floors.

Thanks … my assumption from that is passing the surface test is the end of it … regardless of rpm actual results.

This explains :rolleyes: rz, rt and ra

 

ByeByePoly

G.O.A.T.
They measure surface texture with device shown here.

A company just started selling texture decals which looks to be the material they use for printing advertising stickers applied on floors.

lol … paddle armor sounds familiar. 8-B I am confused by the shape and color of their product. Also … gluing mechanism, is price for both sides of paddle, etc. If they aren’t a joke … why not explain more?

Can you imagine the lobbying wars behind the scenes by all interested parties?
 

ByeByePoly

G.O.A.T.
They measure surface texture with device shown here.

A company just started selling texture decals which looks to be the material they use for printing advertising stickers applied on floors.

Found this interesting … at least one thought of stick/glue on layer but I assume not replaceable. Vinyl decal and not rubber.

Bantam EX-L Composite Pickleball Paddle
The Bantam EX-L Composite Pickleball Paddle by Paddletek is one of our most popular paddles. This paddle has a specialized, polymer core which was specifically made for pickleball playing. This core was designed to provide greater power, more control and hits that are strong yet quieter than Nomex core paddles. Paddletek created the Bantam to be a winner at a lighter weight. The abstract, geometric vinyl decal is laid on top of the high tech fiberglass face. Inside, the strong polymer core provides a sturdy basis for lots of pickleball play.
 

Dartagnan64

G.O.A.T.
Resulting rpm or some measure of surface texture? If surface texture … what happens if it passes that test but actually produces big spin?

They use a scale of friction, but I have no idea what device measures it. Maybe from sandpaper manufacturers?
 
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