For people who love to play
Your paddle matters.
So do the things you use before, during and after you play.
We put together a free guide featuring 5 product categories every active pickleball player should know about, including smarter choices for hydration, energy, sun protection, courtside nutrition and recovery.
Free guide. No purchase required.
You already bring your paddle, balls and water.
But a few smart additions can make your time on the court more comfortable, convenient and enjoyable.
Not all products are created equal. Not all of them are effective, and not all of them are safe. That is exactly why we looked so closely at what goes in the bag.
Water alone does not replace what a long session takes out of you.
The option in the guide is built on a four-part electrolyte complex with a patented mineral delivery, so the calcium and magnesium you sweat out are absorbed far more completely than the forms most sports drinks use. About 30 calories a serving, and none of the sugar load.
Smart Hydration: Inside the guideYou want to start sharp, not wired.
We found a pre-game mix with 200 mg of natural caffeine from plants, L-citrulline to support stamina and healthy circulation, and plant compounds that feed steady cellular energy. Focus that lasts into the third game instead of fading after the first.
Pre-Game Energy: Inside the guide
Two hours on an open court is two hours of sun.
Broad spectrum SPF 50 that holds up through 80 minutes of sweat and play, plus a mineral zinc oxide option that rubs in clear instead of leaving you chalky. Both carry vitamins and antioxidants for the environmental wear that comes with playing outdoors, and there is an aloe based after-sun gel for the days you stayed out a little too long.
Sun and Skin Protection: Inside the guide
Three games in, and the tank is empty.
The bars in the guide carry 20 grams of protein for 170 calories and 5 grams of net carbs, including 7 grams of grass-fed collagen. Soy free, gluten free, and small enough to live in a side pocket of your bag.
Courtside Nutrition: Inside the guide
The game may be over.
Your routine isn’t.
A post-game mix built on the nine essential amino acids muscle rebuilds with, tart cherry for antioxidant support and joint comfort, and creatine for strength. Plus a 20 gram whey and casein shake for the days you go straight from the court to the rest of your life.
After-the-Game Recovery: Inside the guideEvery product in the guide carries a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Try it, and if it is not right for you, for any reason, return it within 90 days of purchase for a full refund, exchange or account credit.
There are thousands of products marketed to active people, and they are not all created equal.
Some are not especially effective. Some are not as safe as you would expect. We were more interested in finding everyday products that combine:
Products that actually make sense for an active lifestyle.
Options for people paying closer attention to ingredients and what they use every day.
Products that are easy to use, carry and make part of your normal routine.
Products you can continue using beyond the pickleball court.
Whether you play twice a month or almost every day, there are a few things worth keeping close.
Want to see what we picked?
Discover the hydration, energy, personal-care, nutrition and post-game products we’re putting in the bag.
A simple guide covering five product categories we think active pickleball players should know about, along with the specific products we’ve selected.
Yes.
Every product in the guide is covered by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied, for any reason, you can return it within 90 days of purchase for a full refund, exchange or credit on your account, less shipping and handling.
No. The guide is informational. You decide whether any of the products make sense for you.
Not at all. The guide is designed for recreational players, frequent players and anyone who enjoys an active pickleball lifestyle.
