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Enhance Turbo MPP Hybrid Paddle Pic

Gee Why — Thu, 28 May 2026 21:45:00 +0000

Sorry to disappoint, but this post is just a picture of the new hybrid shape of the Enhance Turbo MPP. No review, no comparisons, just a pic of the paddle that arrived for a family member.

Hopefully, I can test it out later and compare this shape with the Enhance Turbo MPP elongated and widebody (not in hand yet).

The Enhance pickleball paddle line up now covers all bases in the MPP foam category. For $99 (with code KailuaPB), it’s hard to beat the value and performance.

Limited Play with the Luzz Cannon

Gee Why — Fri, 22 May 2026 04:06:36 +0000

I got to play one game with a Luzz Cannon compared to just hitting around with it previously. Yep, it’s definitely head heavy compared to the Enhance Turbo MPP or BnB Loco, and the plow through feeling is definitely there. The smaller handle does make the paddle seem more maneuverable, but I was late with the paddle face on several shots. The heavy head took a more noticeable effort to turn compared to the Turbo.

I can’t say I felt more connected with my shots with this Gen 3 paddle. It’s not a bad paddle for the low cost of $109, but I think I’ll stick with my Turbo MPP. I prefer the weight balance of the Turbo, and it is a tad cheaper (before shipping).

Get the Enhance Turbo for $99.

Although I do admit that I am a fan of the Luzz Lab concept, prototyping and crowdfunding experimental paddles. I managed to purchase the upcoming Tornazo 2 which is a different feel from what I’m used to but am curious about its control focused play style.

Enhance Turbo MPP Hybrid Launching May 16

Gee Why — Fri, 15 May 2026 19:57:20 +0000

On Saturday, May 16, 2026, Enhance Pickleball is launching the hybrid shape of its popular Turbo MPP paddle. This particular hybrid does not have the long handle of the current EPP version.

Here are the details and specs.

So if you are looking for the Turbo MPP performance in a traditional hybrid shape, be ready on May 16 at 7pm EST (or 1pm HST).

Be sure to use the discount code, KailuaPB, in order to save $20 on your order!

https://www.enhancepickleball.com/KailuaPB

Yuki Don’t Pickle

Gee Why — Thu, 14 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Well that didn’t take long, but I’ve learned that Yuki don’t pickle. More specifically, the Yuki Kawamura signature Asics shoes, the Swiftace, don’t hold up well on outdoor pickleball courts.

I love these basketball shoes for pickleball, favoring them over the Asics Resolution X. The Swiftace is more comfortable, grippy, and move well, but they are costly. The Resolution X is much more durable, showing less wear even with many more hours of play. At this rate, while I love the Swiftace, its high cost and low durability aren’t something I want to deal with every few months.

I doubt I’ve even played ten times in the Swiftace and some spots of the sole is already wearing through.

It’s YOUR Balls

Gee Why — Wed, 13 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Don’t blame your confidence, the weather, fatigue, hydration, your vision, or even yourself. Your improvement in pickleball is being curtailed by your balls. Yes, your pickle balls. Now that the Life Time balls have been officially adopted by the PPA, it’s time you started training with the LT Pro 48 balls.

I’ve been using the ubiquitous Franklin X-40 balls and don’t mind them at all. But the LT balls do play different. I’d describe the LT ball as more active. They bounce higher and therefore, move faster. But they are supposed to be more consistent over the lifespan of the ball and also last longer. I do admit that some of my older Franklin X-40 balls don’t bounce much and sometimes, skid across the court instead of naturally bouncing.

But now, I’m seeing reports that the harder LT ball is actually damaging paddles. Will have to watch if this happens. But yeah, if you want to up your pickleball performance, maybe it’s time to change balls.

Doo Doo Overgrips

Gee Why — Sat, 09 May 2026 02:31:04 +0000

Gotta hand it to Bodhi Performance for naming this overgrip color Doodoo. I feel like trying these just because.

It’s YOUR Vision

Gee Why — Fri, 01 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Of course! It’s so obvious that success on the pickleball court has to be related to your vision. I mean you can’t hit what you can’t see so any advantage to see the ball better is a must do.

Hence these Oakley Flax 2.0 (low bridge version) with the dark golf lenses. Supposedly the prizm jade lenses are recommended for pickleball and tennis, but I thought they were too dark. Despite the name, the dark golf lens isn’t just for golf and isn’t that dark.

Although I haven’t yet played with these prescription glasses, I do notice that green colors stand out more through these lenses. Hopefully, this translates to seeing a pickleball better.

See how the street sign stands out more from the background.

It’s YOUR Hydration

Gee Why — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Okay, so proficiency in pickleball is not due to:

The main factor must be your hydration! Yes, replenishing lost fluids and electrolytes must be the secret sauce. I brought some Grillo’s Pickles Liquid IV to a hot and sunny play session, and it must have upped my game. I want to say that I hit my first backhand flick at the kitchen line instinctively since I don’t even remember the actual shot. In a later match, I hit a semblance of a two-handed backhand counter. All possible due to pickled hydration!

Seriously though, having more fluids besides water did seem to help reduce fatigue. Yes, the drink does smell like the briny pickle juice, just a water-based version. The taste is okay, nothing mouthwatering but not sweet at all. It may be gimmicky, but I believe it works to keep you hydrated while you pickle.

Spam x Olukai Slippers Available NOW

Gee Why — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:12:59 +0000

The Spam Jam in Waikiki is later today, and Olukai is launching their collaboration slippers with Spam at the event. But, the three color ways are now online only via their mobile app.

The Nori/Dark Coral is men’s and women’s sizing. Ocean blue (dark blue) is men’s only. Bold blue (bright blue) is women’s sizing only. $80 each for the Ohana model.

These collabs are also available in store and assuming any leftovers online at a later time.

As with other collaborations, I’m guessing that once these are sold out, they are gone for good. I need a restock of these Zippys bangers!

How to Hydrate While You Pickle?

Gee Why — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:00 +0000

It’s starting to get hot, real hot while playing pickleball during the daylight hours. Morning or afternoon, there’s heat, humidity, and the sun rays to contend with, all while trying to hit a 3-in colorful ball drilled with holes.

So I’m going to try this – Grillo’s Pickles Hydration Multiplier from LiquidIV. I have no clue or idea how this is but was lucky enough to buy some of this limited edition flavor. Will the “savory fusion of vinegar, cucumber, dill, and a touch of sweetness” make me pucker on the court? Can’t wait to see if this pickle drink will keep me hydrated as I pickle.

It’s YOUR Fatigue

Gee Why — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

I started a pickle session with the Boomstik since someone wanted to demo my Enhance Turbo MPP. The Boomstik was comfortable from the start, not needing a lot of time to readjust.

But in hour two after a rest, I noticed a lot more unforced errors. Balls were going long with my paddle inclined upwards. Shots to the sides were going way out, and I felt the paddle twist in my hand a fe times. Guessing from the fatigue, my body mechanics were no longer in tune with Boomstik’s characteristics.

I switched to the Enhance Turbo and could feel the different weight distribution with the Turbo feeling more head heavy. I was concerned that a heavier paddle would introduce other issues, but gladly, it did not. I managed to keep more balls in play with the heavier head resisting any twisting.

Although I don’t like changing paddles during a single play session, this experience helped me understand the differences in paddles and how my fatigued factored in.

Boomstik or “Boostick?”

Gee Why — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

A regular came out to play wielding a new paddle that looked familiar… but different. His Boomstik looked more like a Boostik.

Boostik

The MOI weights were MIA

Authentic Selkirk Boomstik

The MOI weights are added on, not painted on.

Visually from across the net, you couldn’t really spot the differences, but side by side, you’ll notice what doesn’t match up with an authentic Selkirk Boomstik.

Durable Crystal Grit?

Gee Why — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

That is the promise of Honolulu Pickleball’s latest paddle technology called the Crystal Blue Endurance Surface. It looks like this.

This J2CR Crystal Blue Endurance Surface isn’t mine, so I can’t provide my impressions. But it does look good!

Enhance Turbo MPP Widebody Now Available

Gee Why — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

To go along with the excellent and excellently affordable elongated version, Enhance has released the Turbo MPP paddle in a widebody shape.

The paddle costs $119.99 before code, but if you apply code KAILUAPB at checkout, you’ll get $20 the total order. For Hawaii residents, shipping will cost about $30 unfortunately, but if you order multiple paddles from Enhance, the shipping remains $30.

Start shopping now by following this affiliate link:

https://www.enhancepickleball.com/KailuaPB

It’s Not You and It’s Not Your Paddle

Gee Why — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

It’s not you, and it’s not your paddle. It’s actually the weather that causes your erratic pickleball play! Or so it seems anyway.

Oddly, I couldn’t get comfortable with my Turbo MPP. The UDRIPPIN grip just felt extra tacky almost like tape or a weak adhesive. Maybe it’s the unusual Kona Low weather condition causing this feel. I only had my Draco as a backup so used that the rest of the session. Took a short bit to get adjusted but played more consistently with the Gherkin before an eventual rainout.

Can You Pickle in Pikachu Pumas?

Gee Why — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Sadly, the answer will remain unknown for me. Puma released a Pokemon collaboration, pairing the popular Pikachu with the All Pro Nitro 2 basketball shoes. This particular basketball model has gotten positive praise on the court so assuming that could translate to the pickleball court.

But alas, these Puma Pikachus are too svelte for my feet. My regular size 10 was very snug while a size 10.5 added length, but the forefoot was still uncomfortably narrow. So I don’t know if you can pickle in Pikachu Pumas.

And oh by the way, I got a newer, easier to remember discount code at Enhance Pickleball. So if you’re looking at any of the Turbos or Duos, start at:

https://www.enhancepickleball.com/KailuaPB

New Enhance Pickleball Referral Code

Gee Why — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:45:00 +0000

As a fan of the Turbo MPP paddle from Enhance Pickleball, I also got a referral code for discounts on their site.

My original code was hard to remember, so I got a new one that’s hopefully easier to remember (and use). The updated code for $20 off the Turbo (or any Enhance paddles) is now:

KailuaPB

You can apply the code at checkout to receive a discount or enter the store using this affiliate link:

https://www.enhancepickleball.com/KailuaPB

Thanks for the support!

Here are some posts about the Turbo.

The Collaboration I Didn’t Know I Needed

Gee Why — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Of course I did not see this one coming, but now that it’s been announced, I do believe I need one.

Zippy’s

Kahala aloha shirt

Together. Available starting mid April.

It’s YOU, Not Your Paddle

Gee Why — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

So in my experimentation with my pickleball paddle rotation, I realized something after a rough session going from my Enhance Turbo MPP to my weighted up Loco. Things just didn’t feel right playing with the Loco.

I had used the Turbo MPP days before, but since it wasn’t available, I grabbed my Loco in a recent session. My swings just felt odd as if the paddle were hinging where the PickleClips were. I removed the weights, and the Loco felt more balanced but still off. After that game, I switched to the Boomstik which surprisingly felt more comfortable.

The thing is I had been playing with these paddles the week prior and never had such detrimental results. So what was the difference?

ME, not the paddles. Somewhere between then and now, my body mechanics weren’t the same. Maybe it’s fatigue, maybe it’s old age, but certainly, it’s me, not the paddles.

Restocking UDRIPPIN Over Grips

Gee Why — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

So far, my preferred overgrip comes from UDRIPPIN. I haven’t tried a lot of other brands, maybe 4 or 5, but I like the combination of feel, price, and appearance of the overgrips from UD.

The Comfort Tour Grips would seem like the safest bet to use (and the burnt orange color really matches the color scheme of the BnB Loco). But I’m kinda liking the Pro Tour Grips a little more.

The Comfort Tour feels like it absorbs sweat, getting slippery. Maybe it’s just time to replace the overgrip (but there’s only neon orange available on UDRIPPIN.com). The Pro Tour grip, on the other hand, feels drier over the entire playing session although it’s not quite as soft as the Comfort Tour.

Either way, I need to restock on UDRIPPING overgrips.