Manufacturer Integrity & the Future of Pickleball Paddle Technology 💯 | Future of Pickleball

Welcome to Episode 70 of the Future of Pickleball Show. In this episode, Paul Olson welcomes Carl Schmitz, chief technology officer of USA Pickleball, to discuss the evolving landscape of pickleball paddle testing and standards in the sport of pickleball. Mr. Schmitz also shares his journey in pickleball, the importance of ASTM standards, the rapid technological advancements in pickleball equipment, and the important role of testing in maintaining the integrity of the sport. They also discuss the responsibility of pickleball paddle manufacturers, compliance, and integrity as well as safety concerns related to paddle speed and the establishment of a manufacturers association to unify standards and combat counterfeiting. Timestamps: 00:00 - The Future of Pickleball Episode 70 Introduction 🎬 01:23 - Carl Schmits’ Journey in Pickleball 🏓 06:27 - Understanding ASTM and Standards Development 📝 09:23 - Technological Evolution in Pickleball Equipment 🥼 12:12 - The Importance of Paddle Testing Standards 💯 17:00 - Insights from the Media Day Event 💥 21:50 - Addressing Paddle Testing Variables 💭 24:15 - Choosing the Right Ball for Testing 🎾 29:50 - The Controversy of Destructive Testing 🤕 37:23 - Manufacturer Responsibility and Compliance 📋 41:20 - Integrity and Compliance Programs 🫡 47:55 - Event Assessment and Future Improvements 🔮 51:27 - Testing Methodologies and Industry Standards 💪 57:05 - Safety Concerns and Paddle Speed 💨 01:01:00 - Manufacturers Association and Industry Standards ⚡️ Shop Labs Project 008 Here: ➡️ https://slkrk.co/m8xrlf7a Sync ID: MB01OVRAWZLFS3Q MB013ITEA9DWFOO MB01HPOJIMDBLLH MB01EIL0TC1A3BW Download the Selkirk TV app today to stay up to date with the latest pickleball content, including highlights, news coverage, instructional videos, and much more. ➡️ https://slkrk.co/xbyh4e #Pickleball #PickleballHighlights #PickleballLessons #SelkirkTV Source: Selkirk TV

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