Affiliate Disclosure
Last updated: April 2026
The Short Version: We earn commissions when you buy products through our links. This doesn't cost you anything extra, and it helps us keep creating free content. We only recommend products we genuinely believe in.
How We Make Money
Pickleball Loadout is a free resource. We make money through affiliate partnerships:
- Amazon Associates: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
- Direct Brand Partnerships: We have affiliate relationships with pickleball brands like Selkirk. When you purchase through our links, we may earn a commission.
- Sponsored Campaigns: Occasionally, brands may sponsor specific content or campaigns. We always disclose when content is sponsored.
What This Means for You
No Extra Cost: Clicking our affiliate links and making a purchase does not cost you anything extra. The price is the same whether you use our link or go directly to the retailer.
Supporting Our Work: When you use our links, a small percentage of your purchase goes to us. This helps us continue creating free guides, reviews, and resources.
Our Editorial Independence
We take our editorial integrity seriously:
- Honest Reviews: Our reviews are based on actual testing and research. We highlight both pros and cons of every product.
- No Pay-for-Placement: Brands cannot pay for a positive review or higher ranking. Our recommendations are based on merit.
- We Buy What We Test: Many products we review are purchased with our own money. When brands provide review samples, we disclose this.
- We Recommend What We Use: Our team actually plays pickleball with the gear we recommend. We wouldn't suggest something we wouldn't use ourselves.
Amazon Associates Disclosure
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of products.
FTC Compliance
In accordance with FTC guidelines, we disclose that we have affiliate relationships with the companies whose products we review and recommend. This disclosure is made to comply with the FTC's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Questions?
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or how we make money, please don't hesitate to contact us. We believe in full transparency with our readers.
Thank you for supporting Pickleball Loadout by using our affiliate links. It's what allows us to keep doing what we love — helping you find the best pickleball gear.