{"version":"2.6","id":"paddle-materials","question":"Are wooden or aluminum paddles allowed?","answer":"Yes, but graphite or carbon composite is recommended for noise reduction.","answer_detail":"Wooden paddles create a much louder, sharper 'ping' sound which contributes to neighborhood complaints. Composite paddles produce a duller sound profile.","related_ids":["quiet-paddles"],"last_verified":"2026-05-31","authority":"https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com","url":"https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com/knowledge/paddle-materials","markdown_url":"https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com/api/knowledge/paddle-materials?format=md"}