Welcome to Laver Pickleball

We are excited to bring to you our world’s lightest wooden paddle.

When you first pick up a Paulownia pickleball paddle you will be amazed - Paulownia is incredibly light despite being a hardwood with one of the highest strength-to-weight ratios of any wood.

Have a look through our collection of high-end pickleball paddles made from fast-growing renewable timber.

Crafted by our master craftsman James Laver, our paddles combine natural, sustainable materials with cutting-edge expertise for unmatched performance on the court.

Join the movement towards eco-friendly sports equipment today.

What we offer

Our Vision

To create a pickleball paddle made from fully sustainable materials used worldwide to the highest level of the game.

  • Paulownia (full sustainable timber paddle)

    Weight: Lightest (lightest wooden paddle in the world)
    Bounce: Extremely good (best in class)
    Durability: Very good
    Control: Very good
    Noise Reduction: Quietest

    Hitting Surface: Medium Epoxy Friction (within USAP guidelines)

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