Unleash the Double Black Diamond in Action
Take a closer look at the Double Black Diamond paddle, engineered for players who want maximum power without sacrificing precision. This video highlights its advanced features, performance edge, and the type of player it’s built to dominate with.
I’ve only been playing pickleball for a few months and came into the sport with no real sports background, so this is purely my experience as a beginner.
And honestly? I really like the DBD. It actually fits my game really well.
I’m still focused on keeping my balls in, improving my drops and backhand, and becoming more consistent rather than trying to overpower everyone. I find the DBD maneuverable, forgiving, and easy to control—and that’s why I eventually became convinced that this is actually my paddle.
My biggest mistake was choosing the Lightweight version. 😂
As I played more, I realized I wanted the same control and maneuverability, but with more stability and just a little more power, especially when playing against power players and blocking/returning harder shots.
Adding tungsten helped a lot and made the paddle feel closer to what I was looking for.
👍 What I Like
✅ Maneuverable and easy to handle
✅ Good control
✅ Forgiving for a beginner
✅ Helps me focus on consistency and placement
✅ Fits my playing style really well
✅ I can see myself growing with this paddle
👎 What I Don’t Like
❌ I chose the Lightweight version, and it ended up being too light for me
❌ I wanted more stability against hard drives
❌ I wanted a little more easy power
❌ The pop isn’t as lively as some paddles I’ve tried
📦 One More Thing: Buying Experience
I got my DBD almost half price because it was on sale, so I definitely feel like I got a great deal on the paddle itself.
But honestly, considering the price and branding, I expected better packaging. Mine didn’t even come in a proper box, which was a little disappointing. It’s a premium paddle, so I think the unboxing experience should feel premium too.
And if you’re ordering from the Philippines, here’s my very important beginner-to-beginner advice:
LEARN TO WAIT. 😂
I was tempted by the express shipping, but it was around ₱1,400, which is a lot just to get your paddle faster. Unless you absolutely need it ASAP, save yourself the shipping cost and wait for regular delivery.
🎾 Final Take
I don’t think I chose the wrong paddle.
I chose the wrong weight. 😂
The more I play, the more convinced I am that the DBD suits my game. I just want a little more weight, stability, and power while keeping the control and maneuverability that I already love.
So if you’re another beginner shopping for a paddle, don’t just ask, “What’s the best paddle?”
Ask yourself:
“What kind of player am I becoming, and what do I actually need from my paddle?”
For me, the answer turned out to be: DBD… just not the Lightweight. 😂🎾
Beginner rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
I so love my paddle. It had been a few months now. Has a great grip. But now I have tried the coral and live that too. Best save some money. Now is see an opal is out soon. Oh man.
Well received my new Paddle, an upgrade for me, after 2 years of games. Love the pink, though was not my initial choice. Great customer service too!
Just try out this morning. Great power. Feel so commfortable holding it. Light weight.
No regrets with my choice!
Excellent paddle with the perfect balance of control, power, and spin. It feels comfortable in the hand, has a generous sweet spot, and performs well from anywhere on the court. Highly recommended!
I played with this paddle for several years now And they have consistently given me the power and control that I like. Most recent paddle that I ordered doesn't seem quite as powerful. Perhaps I've outgrown that paddle and I did notice up on receipt of the paddle. The shrink wrap around the handle was yellowed which made me think it might have been in storage for quite some time. I needed the paddle so I kept it. Perhaps I'll try one of the updated models soon.
I love this paddle
It’s not long enough. I need a longer face to generate more spin. My play has significantly suffered I can’t recommend this to my followers
I do not like how the paddle hits and want to return it
My husband LOVES his paddle. It's his third Six Zero and the professional weight is his favorite!
So far, I’ve been impressed with the control and power of the paddle. I definitely have more spin and movement on my returns.