The Spartus Spitfire: why pickleball players are calling it the paddle of the year

Pickleball Pursuit recently named the Spartus Spitfire its "Paddle of the Year... so far" for 2026, and after digging into what's actually inside this paddle, it's easy to see why.

What makes the Spitfire stand out

The Spitfire is built for players who want elite spin and serious power without sacrificing control. That combination is largely thanks to Spartus's PermaGritNano technology, a surface treatment engineered to hold onto its texture and bite over time, so the spin and grit you get out of the box are still there months into regular play, instead of wearing down after a few weeks on the court.

For players who rely on spin serves and tight dinks, that kind of durability matters. A paddle that grips the ball well on day one but fades fast isn't much of an upgrade. The Spitfire is designed to hold its performance over the long haul.

Pricing and how to save

The Spitfire retails for $109.99, which is still well below what you'd typically pay for a paddle with this level of spin and power performance. It's one of the reasons it's getting attention from reviewers and everyday players alike — you're not paying a premium price to get premium spin technology.

Use code PBSUMMER at checkout for a discount on your order.

Now taking pre-orders

The Spartus Spitfire is soon to land at PickleballParents.com, and we're currently in our pre-order period. Our first shipment is almost fully allocated, so placing a pre-order now reserves yours to be allocated once it lands the second week of August. Whether you're chasing more spin on your serve or just want a paddle that keeps performing after months of use, this is one worth reserving.