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Selkirk's Director of R&D Tom Barnes & the Shift of Pickleball Testing | Future of Pickleball

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Welcome to Episode 66 of the Future of Pickleball Show! In this episode, Paul Olson welcomes Selkirk co-owner and director of research & development (R&D) Tom Barnes about the company's advancements in pickleball technology and product development. Tom discusses traditional testing methods and how the standard has changed to a more quantitative approach. Plus, the importance of balancing performance with accessibility in equipment design and the need for standards and governance in the industry. They also discuss the formation of the Pickleball Equipment Manufacturers Association — emphasizing the importance of dynamic testing and the need for manufacturers to have a united voice in the pickleball industry. Selkirk is pursuing the idea of "responsible growth" in pickleball to enhance community engagement and player experience. Timestamps: 0:00 - The Future of Pickleball Show Episode 66 Introduction 🎬 1:09 - Selkirk Sport and Tom Barnes 👏 5:3 …...more
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Selkirk's Director of R&D Tom Barnes & the Shift of Pickleball Testing | Future of Pickleball
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Dec 202024
Welcome to Episode 66 of the Future of Pickleball Show! In this episode, Paul Olson welcomes Selkirk co-owner and director of research & development (R&D) Tom Barnes about the company's advancements in pickleball technology and product development. Tom discusses traditional testing methods and how the standard has changed to a more quantitative approach. Plus, the importance of balancing performance with accessibility in equipment design and the need for standards and governance in the industry. They also discuss the formation of the Pickleball Equipment Manufacturers Association — emphasizing the importance of dynamic testing and the need for manufacturers to have a united voice in the pickleball industry. Selkirk is pursuing the idea of "responsible growth" in pickleball to enhance community engagement and player experience. Timestamps: 0:00 - The Future of Pickleball Show Episode 66 Introduction 🎬 1:09 - Selkirk Sport and Tom Barnes 👏 5:31 - Shift to Quantitative Testing 🧪 9:53 - Formation of the Pickleball Equipment Manufacturers Association 💯 16:32 - Dynamic Testing + Real World Applications 🌍 29:20 - Balancing Performance + Accessibility in Equipment Design ⚖️ 33:23 - Importance of Responsible Growth 🙌 44:38 - Future Innovations + Community Engagement 🔮 Shop the SLK by Selkirk Pickleball Paddles here: ➡️ https://slkrk.co/h5zx1vwm Shop Bags & Backpacks here: ➡️ https://slkrk.co/xn36eap0 Download the Selkirk TV app today to stay up to date with the latest pickleball content, including highlights, news coverage, instructional videos, and much more. ➡️ https://slkrk.co/xbyh4e #Pickleball #PickleballHighlights #PickleballLessons #SelkirkTV

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