Our picks from the pickleball buying guides — chosen editorially, never by the venue and never by spend.
Paddles · Best overall
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus 16mm
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Beginner paddles · Best starter feel
JOOLA Essentials
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Balls · Outdoor standard
Franklin X-40 Outdoor (12-pack)
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Membership required; pickleball court reservation via Life Time app
Yes — Life Time Savage is open to the public on a pay-to-play basis.
Pickleball: weekdays 10am–9pm, Sat 11am–5pm, Sun 3pm–5pm & 6pm–8pm
Life Time Savage is located at 6544 Loftus Ln W, Savage, MN 55378.
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