You don’t have to add lead tape or other weight to your paddle. If it’s performing optimally for you, and you don’t feel any strain on your joints during or after games, you’re set up. However, if you’re suffering from pickleball elbow or arm fatigue, or if you feel your paddle could use more stability, forgiveness, control, or power, try optimizing with weighted tape. I did and I’ve never looked back.
RCF Pickleball Paddle End Cap weight set: While searching for a new pickleball paddle, I came across the Gamma Obsidian 16mm and decided to purchase it based on the specs, shape, construction, color, etc. I really liked the customization option for adding different weights to the end cap. However, I was not able to pop in any of the included weighted caps to this paddle. For me, the section in the middle of the handle seemed to be in the way of letting the weighted caps seat properly. Frustratin
Interesting concept and modularization: Interesting concept and I like the idea of customizing the paddle with weights and dampeners other than typical led tape. However the weight is all in the handle and since I prefer end weight I had to add it anyway.