Last Updated on November 24, 2025 by Daily News Staff

Pickleball Holiday Gifts

Looking for the perfect holiday gifts for pickleball enthusiasts? Look no further! As “America’s fastest-growing sport,” pickleball appeals to all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re shopping for a pro or a beginner, there are plenty of options to choose from. Consider gifting them a high-quality pickleball paddle tailored to their playing style, with options ranging from control paddles to power paddles. Don’t forget to consider factors like weight, grip, and shape. In addition to paddles, there’s a wide array of pickleball-related merchandise available, from apparel to accessories. This holiday season, surprise your pickleball-loving friends and family with the best gear and accessories that’ll enhance their playing experience and keep them entertained for hours on the court.

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Last Updated on November 14, 2025 by Daily News Staff

Why did the pickle take up Pickleball? Because it wanted to be a “dill-lightful” athlete on the court! Just like the versatile and pickle-icious sport of Pickleball, pickles themselves bring a tangy twist to any dish they’re added to. So, whether you’re smashing shots on the Pickleball court or enjoying a pickle-infused snack, let’s pickle our way to fun and laughter! Happy National Pickle Day and may your Pickleball skills be as sharp as a perfectly brined gherkin!

Last Updated on October 28, 2025 by Daily News Staff

Gunnison, Utah-based company brings aerospace-grade materials and decades of carbon fiber expertise to pickleball

The pickleball equipment landscape just got a serious upgrade. F+B Sports, founded by entrepreneurs Jason and Roland Christensen, is launching their debut paddle line—and they’re doing it with a distinctly American approach: 100% USA-made materials, manufactured right in their Gunnison, Utah factory.

From Aerospace to the Court

What sets F+B Sports apart isn’t just their commitment to domestic manufacturing—it’s the pedigree behind the product. The Christensen brothers bring a track record of creating award-winning products across aerospace, prosthetics, rifles, and sporting goods. The common thread? A deep legacy in carbon fiber manufacturing and materials science.

Carbon fiber isn’t just a buzzword here. It’s a premium material prized for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, trusted in industries where performance is non-negotiable—think aerospace and high-performance automotive applications. Now, that same engineering rigor is being applied to pickleball paddles.

“We are experts in carbon fiber composites, and the application of our team’s decades-deep experience in material science could be applied to paddle design,” said Stephen Mijangos, Pickleball Product Lead for F+B Sports. “We thought with all the aerospace-grade material test equipment we have, why not dive headfirst into pickleball. We believe in American ingenuity and innovation and wanted to create something that was designed, developed, tested and mass produced in Utah.”

Meet the RUNOUT Line

F+B Sports is launching with the RUNOUT series, available in three distinct shapes to match different playing styles:

RUNOUT-S (Standard Shape): Quick, forgiving, and highly maneuverable—perfect for players who prioritize consistent, confident shot placement and control at the kitchen line.

RUNOUT-E (Elongated Shape): Built for players who want maximum reach and explosive power. This paddle delivers authoritative play for those who like to dictate the pace.

RUNOUT-H (Hybrid Shape): The Goldilocks option. It balances control and power, making it the most versatile choice for players still developing their style or those who like to mix up their game.

All three paddles are USA Pickleball approved, so you can take them straight to sanctioned tournament play.

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The Technology: FUSIONFIBER®

Here’s where things get interesting. The RUNOUT paddles feature a patented design incorporating forged carbon fiber—a material you’d typically find in high-end luxury vehicles and supercars. F+B Sports’ proprietary twist on this technology is called FUSIONFIBER®: a high-rate sustainable carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic designed for high-volume mass production.

FUSIONFIBER® shows up in two critical design elements:

Edge Guard: Instead of the standard plastic edge guard found on most paddles, the RUNOUT features a FUSIONFIBER® edge guard. This adds serious durability and impact protection without throwing off the paddle’s balance or feel—a common complaint with bulky traditional edge guards.

Handle Construction: The RUNOUT handles incorporate FUSIONFIBER® as well, replacing the foam or wooden materials typically used. The result? A handle that dampens vibration and delivers what F+B Sports calls “a connected, confident feel on every swing.” If you’ve ever felt that jarring sting on a mishit, you’ll appreciate this upgrade.

Made in America, Built to Perform

In a market increasingly dominated by overseas manufacturing, F+B Sports is making a deliberate choice to keep everything domestic. Their goal is straightforward: give players equipment that feels as advanced as it performs, while supporting American manufacturing and innovation.

“We saw an opportunity to bring that same level of US engineering to pickleball paddles—a space dominated by generic, overseas designs,” the company states. “Products are made with proprietary FUSIONFIBER®, forged under high pressure to create paddles that are strong, consistent, and sustainable.”

Get Your Hands on One

The RUNOUT paddles go on sale October 23rd at FandBsports.com. To celebrate the launch, F+B Sports is offering 10% off through October 31st with code “RUNOUT10” at checkout.

Whether you’re a power player looking for that extra reach, a finesse player who values control, or somewhere in between, the RUNOUT line offers a paddle engineered with the same precision that goes into aerospace components—just designed to help you dominate the court instead of the skies.

For more information about F+B Sports and the RUNOUT paddle line, visit FandBsports.com or contact Max Rawls at Cumberland Creative: max@cumberlandcreative.co

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