Have you recently bought a nice, new pickleball paddle? There’s something about a new paddle that hasn’t been used yet. It doesn’t have dings, blemishes, or scratches. It has a smooth paddle face. The edging isn’t scuffed.
In order to keep your paddle in top shape, it’s important to protect it. That’s where pickleball paddle covers come in.
With many pickleball paddles costing over $100, it’s important to do what you can to keep your paddle in good condition. You don’t want to only get a couple of good games out of the paddle before you drop it on the ground and ding it.
Before we go too far, here is our list of the best pickleball paddle covers:
- Amazin’ Aces Pickleball Paddle Cover
- Franklin Individual Paddle Cover
- Franklin Single Paddle Carry Bag
- Pickleball Central Cover
- Pik’le’Ball Women’s Premium Pickleball Bag
- Selkirk Premium Paddle Case
Why Do I Need a Pickleball Paddle Cover?
As previously mentioned, a pickleball paddle cover protects your paddle from things such as dings, scuffs, and scratches.
You may be someone who thinks you don’t need to spend extra money on a paddle cover. You feel that you spent enough money on your paddle and don’t want to spend any more on pickleball accessories. However, if you want to get your money’s worth out of your pickleball paddle, you need to take care of it. A pickleball cover will help you do that.
There have been times that Todd (Mr. PickleballMAX himself) has either dropped his paddle on the ground by accident, has his paddle laying out on a table at home and accidentally drops something on it, or has put his uncovered paddle into his pickleball bag along with his stainless steel water bottle, shoes, etc only to find a new ding or scratch when he pulls the paddle out of his bag.
As you can see there are many scenarios as to why you should have a paddle cover.
What is the Difference Between a Paddle Cover and Pickleball Bag?
Don’t confuse a pickleball bag with a pickleball paddle cover, or think that you don’t need a paddle cover if you have a bag.
A pickleball bag comes in various styles such as a sling bag, tote bag, and a duffle bag. Be sure to check out our pickleball bag post for more information on the different types of bags.
A pickleball bag is great for carrying all of your pickleball gear (balls, paddles, shoes, clothes, etc). Bags are large enough to hold everything. However, since they are large, a paddle can get lost in the bag, or rub up against other items that can create damage to your paddle.
A paddle cover is a cushioned encasement that fits snuggly around the face of your paddle. It is zippered right around the edge of your paddle face. The padded cover protects your paddle. Be sure to put a paddle cover on before putting your paddle in your bag.
What are Paddle Covers Made of?
Since paddle covers need to be strong enough to protect a paddle, a material that covers are typically made of is neoprene. Neoprene is a synthetic rubber. It is thick and cushiony. It provides enough padding around the pickleball paddle face to protect it.
In addition to neoprene covers, some paddle covers are made with canvas, leather, or cloth. Cloth can protect your paddle from scratches and scuffs, but they can still risk getting dinged.
Most pickleball paddle manufacturers sell paddle covers with their logo on them, however, if you don’t want to sport their logo, some covers can be customized to put whatever you want on them.
When shopping for a paddle cover, make sure it is one that will fully protect your paddle.
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How Much Do Pickleball Paddle Covers Cost?
Pickleball paddle covers can vary in their price depending on the manufacturer and style of the cover. A typical paddle cover can cost anywhere from $10 up to $20. If you have a cover and bag combo, the cost will be more.
Pickleball paddle covers can be purchased individually or as a part of a paddle set. Some pickleball paddles even come with their own cover.
Best Pickleball Paddle Covers
Without further ado, the following are what we believe to be great options for pickleball paddle covers.
Amazin Aces Paddle Cover
Material: Made of neoprene
Cover Size: 8.5″ wide x 12″ height
Paddle Size: Fits paddles up to 8″ wide
Price: $
Additional Info: These covers are sold as a pair, so you can keep both or share one with a friend.
Franklin Sports Individual Paddle Cover
Material: Made of neoprene
Cover Size: 13″ L x 9″ W x .6″ H
Paddle Size: Fits most paddles on the market
Price: $
Additional Info: This cover comes with a built-in fence clip.
Franklin Single Paddle Carry Bag
Franklin Sports makes nice pickleball bags and this is no exception. Their bags are the official bag of the US Open Championships. This item is different from a paddle cover that just covers the paddle face, this bag encloses the entire paddle. It is made to only fit 1 paddle.
Material: Made of padded nylon fabric
Cover Size: 17″ L x 10″ W x 1″H
Paddle Size: Fits paddles up to 8″ wide
Price: $
Additional Info: Comes with a convenient carry strap and a built-in fence hook.
Pickleball Central Paddle Cover
Material: Made of neoprene
Cover Size: 12″ L x 10″ W
Paddle Size: Fits most paddles
Price: $$
Additional Info: Comes in various colors to choose from. The Pickleball Central logo is small on the cover, so if you don’t want to support any particular pickleball brand, this is a good option.
Pik’le’Ball Women’s Premium Pickleball Bag
Material: Made of heavy canvas-like material lined with protective material on the interior of the paddle case
Cover Size: 16″ L x 6″ W x 12″ H
Paddle Size: Fits most paddles
Price: $$$
Additional Info: This is a great paddle case if you’re looking to combine a paddle case with a pickleball bag. You can fit a couple of paddles in the side case.
Selkirk Premium Paddle Case
Material: Made of pliable PU leather with thick, soft terry fabric interior
Paddle Size: Fits all paddle sizes
Price: $$
Additional Info: This paddle case is one of the nicest ones on the market. Made with PU leather, it will keep your paddle dry in rain. It only fits 1 paddle, but it will fit any size.
There you have it – protect your paddle with these pickleball paddle covers! See you on the court!
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