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Meet the ZADI BADDI

Power youcan control.

Bring pace to your drives and keep a light, balanced feel at the kitchen. BADDI is our all-foam paddle for players who want pop and touch in the same game.

$169.9916mm all-foam · Elongated · Cover included
BADDI
ALL-FOAM CORE16mmFEEL THE DIFFERENCE
01 / THE BADDIRAW CARBON. REAL CHARACTER.
BADDI$169.99 · Cover included
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PLAYER REACTIONS. COURT-SIDE.

What players felt.

Pop, touch, quick hands. Hear what players noticed when they put BADDI to work.

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FIND YOUR FEEL.

Your game.
Your kind of BADDI.

THE MAIN LINEUPBADDI

ALL-FOAM · ELONGATED · 16MM

BADDI

$169.99 USD

Controllable pop and a light, balanced feel. An all-foam paddle for the drive and the next dink.

USA Pickleball approved¹View BADDI
PROJECT SERIES PROTOTYPEULTRA BADDI

ALL-FOAM · ELONGATED · 16MM

ULTRA BADDI

$199.99 USD

A limited prototype exploring a softer feel and a reinforced handle. For players curious about what comes next.

Not USA Pickleball approvedView ULTRA BADDI

¹ Approval listed by ZADI for BADDI. Check your event’s equipment requirements before tournament play.

THE SIDE-BY-SIDE.

Same family.Different energy.

BADDI is the main lineup. ULTRA BADDI is the limited Project Series prototype. Start with the way you want to play.

Compare BADDI and ULTRA BADDI paddle specifications
THE DETAILS BADDI $169.99 USD Available ULTRA BADDI $199.99 USD Available
Best for Controllable pop · All-court play Limited prototype · Recreational play
USA Pickleball Approved¹ Not approved
Core 16mm · EPP + EVA + AFC 16mm · EPP + EVA + AFC
Surface Raw carbon T700 See current product specifications
Swing weight 111–116 avg. 114–119 avg.
Twist weight 6.0–6.2 avg. 6.1–6.4 avg.
Weight 7.9 oz ± 0.2 oz 7.9 oz ± 0.2 oz
Grip 5.5″ long · 4.25″ circumference 5.5″ long · 4.25″ circumference
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QUICK CHOICE

Looking for controllable pop and a light, balanced feel? Start with BADDI. Want to try a limited prototype exploring a softer feel and a reinforced handle? Explore ULTRA for recreational play.

¹ Approval and specifications are published by ZADI. Check your event’s equipment requirements before tournament play. Measurements may vary by paddle.

BUILT FOR THE WHOLE POINT.

Inside the
BADDI.

BADDI pairs an all-foam core made from EPP, EVA, and AFC with a raw T700 carbon face. A 16mm profile and elongated shape sit behind the playing experience you hear in the reviews.

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THE ALL-FOAM STACK16mm
Inside the BADDI paddle Exploded construction schematic showing front and rear T700 carbon faces, an EPP foam core, an internal EVA arc, and two shaped AFC foam inserts. The layers are separated for clarity. BADDI Layers separated for clarity
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Front T700

Raw T700 carbon forms the front hitting surface.

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EPP core

EPP foam forms the central all-foam core.

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EVA arc

An internal EVA arc sits within the core construction.

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AFC foam

Two shaped AFC foam inserts sit near the lower edge of the paddle face.

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Rear T700

Raw T700 carbon forms the rear hitting surface.

Construction schematic · 16mm all-foam profile

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Pop for the attack

When the ball sits up, you want to do something with it. BADDI brings a lively response to drives and counters.

02

Feel for the soft game

Touch matters when you’re slowing the point down. Hear how players describe BADDI on resets, dinks, and controlled shots at the kitchen.

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Quick in your hands

Fast exchanges ask a lot of your paddle. BADDI’s light, balanced feel is built around staying ready for the next ball.

THE DETAILS THAT FIT YOUR GAME.

Find your
kind of feel.

Start with the specs that affect your setup: weight, swing weight, grip size, and shape. Then hear how players describe BADDI on court.

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Core16mm all-foamEPP, EVA and AFC foam layers work together inside the paddle.
SurfaceRaw carbon T700A textured carbon face for spin and touch.
Weight7.9 oz ± 0.2 ozStatic weight: the weight of the paddle in your hand.
Dimensions16.5″ × 7.5″An elongated profile for reach across the court.
Grip5.5″ long · 4.25″ circumferenceA 5.5-inch handle gives two-handed backhands room.
More BADDI specifications
Swing weight111–116 avg.How heavy a paddle feels in motion. Compare using the same testing method.
Twist weight6.0–6.2 avg.Resistance to twisting on off-center hits. Measurement methods vary.

Core materials: EPP + EVA + AFC. Measurements are ZADI’s published specifications and may vary by paddle.

PROJECT SERIES / ULTRA BADDI ULTRA BADDI EXPERIMENTAL BY DESIGN.

THE PROJECT SERIES

Try what’scoming next.

ULTRA BADDI is a limited development prototype exploring a softer feel and a reinforced handle. Try it in recreational play and help shape what comes next.

Not USA Pickleball approved

ULTRA BADDI is a Project Series prototype. It is not USAP approved for sanctioned tournament play.

Explore Project Series
$199.99 USDAvailable

FOR ONE MORE GAME.

Your court-day kit.

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Your BADDI includes a PU leather paddle cover. Make the rest yours with tees, caps, and a spare cover, sold separately.

PU leather paddle cover included with BADDIINCLUDED WITH BADDI

Paddle cover

Included

Already part of your BADDI. No extra cover needed.

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A white short-sleeve crewneck t-shirt featuring the purple text 'ZADI PICKLEBALL' printed across the chest, displayed on a clean white background.
$29.99 USD

The off-court uniform.

COURT TEE
$29.99 USD

A little attitude, on and off court.

FOAMIE CAP
$19.99 USD

Top off your court look.

A white trucker-style cap with a flat brim and white mesh back, featuring the brand name 'ZADI' and 'PICKLEBALL' printed in purple on the front.
$19.99 USD

Top off your court-day kit.

PADDLE COVER
$24.99 USD

Want a spare? Your BADDI already includes a PU leather cover.

YOUR NEXT PADDLE DESERVES A FEW QUESTIONS.

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Who is BADDI for?

If you’re looking for pop on the attack and a light, balanced feel for the rest of your game, BADDI is worth a closer look. The player interviews cover control, resets, and quick exchanges so you can judge the feel for yourself.

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How do I choose between BADDI and ULTRA BADDI?

BADDI is our main all-foam lineup for controllable pop and a light, balanced feel. It is listed by ZADI as USA Pickleball approved. ULTRA BADDI is a limited Project Series prototype exploring a softer feel and a reinforced handle. ULTRA is not USAP approved for sanctioned tournament play. Check your event’s equipment requirements before choosing a paddle.

What comes with my BADDI?

Your BADDI includes a PU leather paddle cover. No extra cover needed.

What are the shipping options?

ZADI ships within the U.S., with free shipping on orders $150 and up. Standard orders typically process in 1–2 business days, followed by 3–7 business days in transit. Preorders and special releases may take longer. Confirm any product-specific timing and the final shipping charge at checkout.

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Can I return it after playing?

Eligible U.S. paddle purchases made directly from ZADI can be returned within 30 days of delivery with normal play wear. A 25% restocking fee applies to played paddles, and you pay return shipping. New, unused products in original condition qualify for a full purchase-price refund within 30 days. Exclusions and inspection requirements apply.

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What does the warranty cover?

ZADI’s 180-day limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in paddles purchased directly from ZADI by the original purchaser, under normal recreational use. Wear, damage, and unauthorized modifications are excluded. Proof of purchase is required.

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