The Thrive Smoke is a 14.5mm Pickleball Paddle Built for Power...But Can You Handle It?

The Thrive Smoke is a 14.5mm thermoformed paddle built for power, plow-through, and stability. But does its high swing weight and stiff feel make it a top pick—or a challenge in fast exchanges? In this review, I break down the Smoke’s tech, specs, and playtest results to help you decide if it fits your game. Save 10% with code MPB https://www.mattspickleball.com/discount-codes/thrive-pickleball