Third Shot Drop Custom Paddles can be built to suit every player’s game and style of play. Players can customize all of the components listed below. The configurator allows you to “see” your paddle as you design it and if you have any questions about the specfics of an option, just click the link for additional information. Have fun!
Shape - Chaos or Kratos. Chaos is wide and squarish. Kratos is elongated.
Edge color
Core - You can choose between an Aluminum honeycomb, Polymer Composite honeycomb, or Nomex honeycomb.
Surface - We offer a choice of Carbon Fiber Weave, Graphite or Fiberglass Composite.
Handle shape - You have the option of traditional octagonal tennis shape, rounded square or oval.
Weight - You can pick a weight from five weight ranges to fit your personal style.
Handle circumference - we have circumferences from 4” to 5”. To determine the right size for you, go to “Sizing your grip”.
Grip style - There are 3 to choose from - a ridged grip with raised stitching, a smooth flat grip and a stitched grip. All grips are cushioned to conform to your hand for maximum grip and comfort.
Grip color
Graphics - You can upload your own or choose from our selection.
We provide all these options so every Third Shot Drop Custom Paddle is as unique as the player who is using it.
Custom Level I: Stock plus $10. - Stock Colors for each Model as shown on Custom Stock Page. Choice of weight, edge trim, handle shape, grip size, grip style, grip color, left or right handed grip wrap.
Custom Level II: Custom Level I plus $30. - Choice of weight, edge trim, handle shape, grip size, grip style, grip color, left or right handed grip wrap, custom color or graphic on both sides, custom text or name.
Custom Level III: Custom Level I plus $50. - Choice of weight, edge trim, handle shape, grip size, grip style, grip color, left or right handed grip wrap, custom graphic (yours or ours) or custom color with different graphic or color on each side, custom text or name.
Use this code for a 10% discount on a custom paddle
First Time Buyers Only
Why we are different
There are well over 100 paddle manufacturers serving the pickleball industry. We are the ONLY custom paddle manufacturer in the world. In order to understand what it is we do and why it’s unique, it’s necessary to understand how a paddle is made.
Every paddle with few exceptions has a honeycomb core. The different companies in the industry use one of three different materials for the core- aluminum, polymer and Nomex. We use all three. The core provides 75% of the way a paddle performs.
Then the honeycomb core is sandwiched between two thin layers of surface materials. Again, the different companies in the industry use three different materials- graphite, fiberglass composite and carbon fiber. We use all three. The surface material is about 25% of the way a paddle performs. Think of it as fine tuning the paddle’s performance characteristics.
The three different core materials combined with the three different surface materials make 9 different combinations of materials. Each plays differently. We make two (soon to be three) different shapes for our paddles. The Chaos has a large square sweet spot- at 8 1/2”, it is the widest paddle on the market. The Kratos has an equally large rectangular shaped sweet spot. Each combination of cores and surfaces is available in both the Chaos and Kratos shape.
Then we give each player the opportunity to select their paddle’s weight (ranging from 7.4-10.5 ounces).
Now comes the grip. Players can choose one of three different handle shapes, their grip size from 3 7/8” to 6”, one of three different grip materials and more than 10 colors for each grip style.
Now that the player has chosen the best paddle shape, core, surface and grip for their individual game comes the fun part. We can put any custom graphic the player chooses on their paddle face- either one of our many choices or one of their own- a picture, logo or graphic of their choosing.
Now every player can play with a totally bespoke paddle and watch their game immediately improve because they are playing with the right paddle for them in every way.
Every other sport has specialized equipment for every player except pickleball. Not anymore- now pickleball is catching up to other sports. Pickleball players spend a lot of time playing the game they love. Now they can play with the gear that suits them and not be forced to use a one size fits all paddle.
Want to Join Team TSD?
We are actively seeking avid pickleballers with sales experience to educate, demonstrate and promote Third
Shot Drop pickleball paddles.
Please send your prior sales experience, where you play, how often you play, what level player you are, if you
play Tournaments, how many players you can reach and your contact information to:
Ashley@ThirdShotDrop.com
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