The new Vulcan V1000 Raw Carbon Fiber Series includes the Vulcan V1100 Jay Devilliers Paddle and the Vulcan V1200 Tyler Loong Paddle. Both paddles feature a 16mm core with a full foam-injected carbon sealed edge wall. The unibody construction gives a full energy transfer from the paddle to the ball, lending effortless power and precision on the court. The cores taper from 16mm to 13mm in the forged handle; this offers more comfort in the grip as well as creating increased swing speed. The Vulcan V1000 Series Paddles utilize raw carbon fiber surfaces for more spin generation, but they differ in ..read more

Amidst the celebration of the MLP PPA merger, the discussion of paddles has been put on the backburner.  Most of us remember CRBN-Gate back in 2022. While CRBN did get a slap on the wrist, it seems that they still paved the way for paddle manufacturers to throw caution to the wind.  So what if you get in trouble as long as you’re selling paddles, right? Fast forward to the end of 2023, where emerged with a foam paddle; let there be no mistake, that is what the PRO Power is. Sure, there was some slight pushback, but did that stop them? No. When asked how this paddle was considered leg ..read more

It’s a new day in pickleball, and a special one, with arguably the sport’s biggest news story in a long time. Today, the Carvana Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) announced that Vulcan Sporting Goods Co. was selected as the new supplier of the “Official Ball” of the PPA Pro Tour. Vulcan’s official ball debuts at the first pro tour stop of the new year, January 9-14, 2024, at The Hyundai PPA Masters in Palm Springs, California. The Vulcan VPRO FLIGHT Pickleball is now the pickleball, the new standard, the new elite ball, and the most important ball in the sport. Some in the pickleball w ..read more

With the 2023 holiday season (and sales!) around the corner, it's time to make your gift lists for the special athletes in your life! From splurge-worthy spends to budget finds, for all ages and skill levels, these gift ideas are perfect for your friends and family to celebrate this year. FOR HIM Vulcan Pickleball Snapback Hat A comfortable, adjustable hat for Vulcan style on and off the court Vulcan VTEAM Backpack The newest bag in the lineup, the VTEAM bag has ample room for all of your tournament gear. Vulcan V930 13mm Pickleball Paddle An elongated paddle for extra leverage, w ..read more

The Vulcan VTEAM Backpack takes the function of the fan-favorite VPRO Backpack to another level. Made of durable ripstop fabric, the VTEAM Backpack features a wide body with a dual zipper, extra large center pocket. Like the VPRO and VMAX Backpacks, the VTEAM has a vented shoe compartment and an insulated side compartment for keeping drinks or snacks cool. The Vulcan VTEAM Backpack also has a large side compartment that fits up to six paddles, two smaller storage compartments for accessories, an inside zippered pockets for valuables, and an easy access top zippered compartment for cell ph ..read more

If you, or anyone you know, ever goes on social media or reads emails or listens to podcasts, you are aware that the pickleball professionals have been involved in a changing landscape lately.  And if this is the first time you’re hearing about the “tour wars”, then I’m surprised you’re reading my blog! But for starters, we already had drama in the tour world – drama between and within the owners and players of the PPA, APP, MLP, NPL and probably others! So I thought I’d stay away from the “which tour model is better” aspect, and just give some food-for-thought. The PPA touts their havin ..read more

Vulcan’s all-new 2024 V700 Series literally “maxes-out” power, spin, sweet-spot, and feel with futuristic technology. All four paddles in the series – the V710HT MAX, V720HT MAX, V730HT MAX, and V740HT MAX – are each individually handcrafted in the USA and deploy groundbreaking proprietary Vulcan engineering. Patents pending. The 2024 V700s builds on the already advanced technology platform, taking performance to yet another plateau – now pushing the legal limits of texture for maximum spin, while ensuring that the texture remain reliable, consistent and, above all, long-lasting. Vulcan’s engi ..read more

Social play, aka rec or open play, is by far the most common type of pickleball that gets played.  Some people definitely get competitive about it, but even that is typically in an open-play environment.  Said another way, the number of high-level tournament players is quite small compared to the pickleball population.   And it makes total sense, because playing competitively takes a different mindset with different goals and actions than just another day at the park. This story I’m about to relate happens to pretty much every high-level player out there, but it gets shared ..read more

In the beginning of 2023, Vulcan Pickleball signed on as an elite sponsor of the professional pickleball tour, becoming one of four companies designated as the "official paddle" of the PPA (Professional Pickleball Association). In February, the brand was also the title sponsor of the Vulcan Indoor National Championships in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The tournament was a huge success, even with all the snow! Now, as summer 2023 heats up, Vulcan Pickleball is proud to announce two more title sponsorship stops on the PPA Tour in August. First up is the long running Tournament of Champ ..read more

Vulcan Pickleball has the largest paddle assortment in the game with 23 paddle model options ranging from $49.99 to $225.99. Vulcan engineers focus on making quality paddles no matter the price point, giving players game-changing equipment no matter the skill level. Each paddle series has a different goal. The V300 Series is optimal for those just starting to play the game--from youth paddles to durable paddles that are priced under $60. They come in bright, fun colors and patterns to make playing this community-oriented sport even more enjoyable!   The V500 Series is great for ..read more