Where to Buy Pickleball Paddles in North Jersey

So, you live in northern New Jersey and you need a new pickleball paddle. Let’s be honest, it’s 2023 and most of us are buying our paddles online. If that’s you, we have a sweet discount on JOOLA paddles! 

But what if you’re a beginner, and you don’t know what kind of pickleball paddle to buy! We’ll offer you this advice - don’t buy a $20 pickleball paddle online, especially if you’re in the North Jersey area. You don’t need to spend a fortune (you’ll want to eventually, don’t worry!) but you do want to get a good pickleball paddle that will last as you work your way up to the intermediate level.

On the other hand, there are our veteran players, to whom the choice of pickleball paddle matters very much. You want the pickleball paddle that will be the extension of your body, the pickleball paddle that you never want to let go of or let out of your sight. 

The bottom line is, when making an important pickleball paddle purchase at any point in your pickleball journey, you might want to pick out your pickleball paddle in person. And just for those of you that want to check out pickleball paddles in person, we’ve created a list of the best places to buy pickleball paddles in North Jersey.

1. Montclair Pickleball Pro Shop - Fair Lawn, NJ

Montclair Pickleball’s Fair Lawn facility, Montclair Pickleball Bergen County, has an awesome pro shop with top-notch paddles from brands like JOOLA and Diadem, with options for all levels and all price ranges. They also have grips and balls available as well. Depending on the time of day, players are able to get out on the court and demo paddles, and can always demo paddles during programs.

2. High Country Ski & Tennis - Livingston, NJ

High Country Ski & Tennis has been in the business of selling sports equipment to North Jersey athletes since 1988, and owner Bill Silverman’s philosophy of offering the best service possible speaks for itself. Now that pickleball is the fastest growing sport in America, High County Ski & Tennis is offering the latest in pickleball paddle technology from the best brands in the business. 

3. Dick’s Sporting Goods - multiple locations

If you want a great pickleball paddle at a great price, Dick’s Sporting Goods is the place to go in North Jersey. This major sports retailer has a huge pickleball department and their staff is very knowledgeable about various pickleball paddles and their specific qualities. Of course, Dick’s Sporting Goods will always have the newest and most exciting pickleball paddles on the market. 

4. What a Racquet - Caldwell, NJ

Husband and wife team Bob and Linda Lee, owners of What a Racquet, have been in the North Jersey tennis business since 1978, but pickleball paddles are now part their business too! What a Racquet offers personalized service and high quality pickleball paddles to players in Essex County, New Jersey and the surrounding area. Someday, What a Racquet may have to change their name to What a Paddle!

5. Mountainside Racquet Club - Mountainside, NJ

A newer addition to the northern New Jersey pickleball scene, Mountainside Racquet Club knows their stuff. You’ll find a bunch of pickleball paddles available at the Mountainside Racquet Club pro shop. Stop by Mountainside Racquet Club in Mountainside, NJ!

And by the way, if you want to find out about ]tournaments, courts, and groups for New Jersey Pickleball players, check out a website called New Jersey Pickleball!

Whether you choose to buy your pickleball paddle online or in person, remember this: your pickleball paddle can add that something extra to your performance on the court, so choose wisely. Though when in doubt, check with your favorite Montclair Pickleball coach for their personal recommendations!