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Every paddle in this range is selected to do exactly that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 6.0pt;\"\u003eKey things to look for as a beginner: a wide paddle face for a larger sweet spot, a comfortable grip size that suits your hand, and a medium weight (7.5-8.2oz) that gives you control without tiring your arm. We've done the filtering for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 6.0pt;\"\u003ePadel Park Hamilton is Hamilton's home of pickleball and the Waikato's pickleball specialists. Our coaches play with this gear and can guide you to the right paddle for your hand size, playing style, and budget. 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