# What type of pickleballs should be used?

**Category:** Equipment, Paddles & Balls
**Verified:** 2026-05-31
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## Quick answer

Standard outdoor plastic balls (e.g. Dura 40, Franklin X-40).

## Detailed answer

Outdoor balls have smaller holes and thicker walls to resist wind. Indoor soft foam balls do not perform well on the rough acrylic asphalt surface.

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