Paddles


As a pickleball beginner, the sheer number and variety of pickleball paddles available to buy can be very confronting and a lot of us end up buying a cheap sports store paddle as we don’t know any better. My first paddle lasted me only a few months as I soon realised how much of the sport I was missing out on after trying some paddles from friends.

Once I started delivering Introductory Pickleball Sessions in March 2025, I started recommending Six Zero (6.0) Pickleball paddles to my students. Six Zero is an Australian company operating out of the Sunshine Coast with global reach. In the saturated marketplace of pickleball gear, Six Zero distinguishes itself not by mere brand recognition but through genuine innovation. Six Zero dedicates its resources to research and development.

I officially became a Six Zero Coach Ambassador in December 2025. The Six Zero Coral Pro is my current paddle but I have used everything from the Quartz to the Black Opal. Get in touch with me if you would like to demo a Six Zero paddle or click on the logo below to purchase a paddle (don’t forget code STEPHENS6.0 for a 10% discount). Six Zero also have a large range of pickleball accessories and apparel for sale:


Coral Pro

Coral PRO ($300 before discount)

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Coral Pro: More Bite. More Spin. More Confidence.

The Coral Pro is built for players who want to dictate the point with heavier spin, sharper shot shaping, and greater confidence attacking from anywhere on the court.

Built on our award-winning Coral platform, the Coral Pro takes everything players loved about the original and pushes it further. Featuring our new Double Diamond Tough™ surface, an Ultra Rough UPA-approved texture, and the latest evolution of Next Gem™ technology, the Coral Pro delivers exceptional ball bite, explosive acceleration, and long-lasting durability designed for serious competitors.

From heavy topspin serves to roll volleys that dip aggressively and dinks that stay low with vicious shape, the Coral Pro helps players create pressure on every shot while maintaining the plush feel, stability, and all-court control that made the Coral platform a standout performer.

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Coral ($275 before discount)

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All-Court Paddle of the Year for 2025: Coral

We set out to design a durable foam core paddle that delivers high performance for players of all levels. The Coral from Six Zero delivers a perfect blend of control, stability, and plush power, redefining a new era for all-court paddles. Built with our latest generation of Next Gem™ technologies, the Coral sets a new standard for players who want precision and confidence in every shot.

Why choose the Coral? 

  • Built for all court play with a balanced mix of touch and power
  • Soft dwell feel for ultimate control on resets and dinks
  • Durable foam Propulsion Core construction tuned for stability and consistency
  • Tectonic suspension delivers added power for groundstrokes and counters
  • Diamond Tough texture for superior and long-lasting spin
  • Reinforced throat design increases twist weight for greater out-of-the-box stability

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Black Opal ($300 before discount)

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Advanced Next Gem Technology: Black Opal

This paddle is not for casual play. We set out to create a paddle for competitors, the ones who train when no one is watching, chase incremental gains, and care about performance when it matters most. The Black Opal is built from the ground up with next-generation materials and patent-pending technologies that deliver explosive power, precision control, and long-lasting consistency. Not for comfort. For performance.

Why choose the Black Opal?

  • Built for serious competitors and aspiring pros 
  • Designed for players who want an edge, not forgiveness 
  • Delivers explosive power with precise, confident control 
  • Chosen by pros because it performs under pressure 
  • Diamond Tough surface engineered to maintain texture longer

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Boulder Opal ($300 before discount)

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Advanced Next Gem Technology: Boulder Opal

More Control. More Feel. The Same Opal Magic.

Built on the same groundbreaking Next Gem™ platform as the Black Opal, the Boulder Opal has been re-engineered to expand the paddle’s power band, delivering greater control, forgiveness, and vibration dampening across a larger portion of the paddle face.

Designed for players who love the unmistakable feel of the Opal series but prefer a more controlled response, the Boulder Opal combines exceptional dwell, elite spin, and predictable power into one of the most refined paddles in our lineup.

Its longer dwell time and exceptional ball pocketing create a uniquely connected feel at impact, giving players greater confidence whether resetting under pressure, shaping heavy spin, or finishing points with authority. The pop has been intentionally moderated compared to the Black Opal, resulting in a more predictable response without sacrificing the power needed to attack.

Whether you’re competing at the highest level or simply enjoying the game with friends, the Boulder Opal delivers the same Opal magic with more control and feel than ever before.

Why choose the Boulder Opal?

  • Built for players who want more control without losing the signature Opal feel
  • Expanded power band delivers greater forgiveness across the paddle face
  • Exceptional dwell time and ball pocketing for enhanced touch and confidence
  • Controlled power with a more predictable pop profile
  • Patent-pending SharkSkin™ Surface delivers elite spin with exceptional durability
  • G4 Aerospace Solid Core engineered for connected feel and responsiveness

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Ruby PRO ($300 before discount)

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Next Gem Performance Starts Here: Ruby Pro 

We took everything players loved about the original Ruby: the unmatched spin, the aerodynamic feel, the premium construction, and rebuilt it from the ground up. Every layer, every material, and every performance feature was reimagined to create a new pro-level paddle engineered for serious power, control, and elite spin longevity. 

Why choose the Ruby Pro?

  • Designed for advanced players and aspiring pros
  • Delivers exceptional spin, control, and power
  • Engineered with next-generation paddle technologies
  • Built for tournament and high-performance recreational play

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Double Black Diamond ($225 before discount)

Sapphire ($149.99 before discount)

Quartz ($99 before discount)

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