Just as the courts are heating up, JOOLA is bringing the ultimate summer cooldown with the debut of the 2026 JOOLA Pops Summer Tour and the highly anticipated, limited-edition JOOLA Rally Rocket Pickleball Paddles.
If you are looking to upgrade your gear or just want to celebrate the summer season with the fastest-growing sport in the country, here is everything you need to know about JOOLA’s latest launch.
The 2026 JOOLA Pops Summer Tour: Chasing Summer, One Stop at a Time
Built around the simple truth that “summer is better with pickleball,” the JOOLA Pops Summer Tour is a multi-city celebration hitting the road in a custom ice cream truck. Kicking off on May 23rd at the Major League Pickleball (MLP) event in Dallas, the tour will sweep from Texas through the Midwest and up the East Coast.
At each stop, players can:
- Demo the new gear: Test out the brand-new Rally Rocket paddles before you buy them.
- Play and win: Compete in carnival-style games and score exclusive giveaways.
- Cool off: Grab a complimentary red, white, and blue JOOLA popsicle!
Expert Tip: The tour has scheduled stops in cities like St. Louis, Chicago, New York, and Baltimore throughout June, but expect surprise appearances! Keep an eye on JOOLA’s social media for real-time truck tracking.
The Gear: Introducing the JOOLA Rally Rocket Paddles
The true highlight of this tour is the official launch of the limited-edition JOOLA Rally Rocket collection, dropping to the public on May 26th. Inspired by iconic nostalgic summer popsicles, the paddles feature a bold red, white, and blue colorway with a playful, melty-drip design. But don’t let the fun aesthetics fool you—underneath the paint job is elite, tournament-ready engineering.
Here is the breakdown of the lineup:
1. The Pro V Rally Rocket Collection (MSRP: $329.95) For the competitive player, JOOLA is releasing the Rally Rocket design across all of its top-tier Pro V 14mm and 16mm signature models. This means you get the industry-leading performance you expect, wrapped in summer style. You can grab the specialty design in any of these elite shapes:
- Perseus (Ben Johns’ signature line)
- Hyperion * Scorpeus
- Agassi
- Kosmos
2. The Double Vision Rally Rocket (MSRP: $139.95) Looking for a high-quality recreational or intermediate paddle that won’t break the bank? JOOLA is also releasing a limited run of the Double Vision Rally Rocket. This model delivers that same sun-soaked aesthetic at a much more accessible price point, available at select authorized retailers and JOOLA.com.
Final Thoughts from the Court
JOOLA has nailed the sweet spot between high-performance engineering and community-focused fun. The Pro V line already boasts some of the highest-performing pickleball paddles on the market right now. By combining that top-tier technology with a nostalgic design and a massive interactive road trip, the brand is ensuring that the 2026 season will be a “JOOLA Summer.”
Ready to upgrade your game? Mark your calendars for May 26th to secure your Rally Rocket paddle on JOOLA’s website, and be sure to track down the JOOLA Pops Ice Cream truck when it rolls into a city near you!
Sources & Further Reading
- JOOLA Tour Announcement: The 2026 JOOLA Pops Summer Tour Is Rolling In
- Explore the Collection: JOOLA Rally Rocket Paddles
