PPA Tour Adopts New Official Ball — But Your X-40s Still Have a Home

The Carvana PPA Tour has officially chosen the LT Pro 48 Pickleball as its exclusive tournament ball — debuting at the Veolia Bristol Open in early August. Designed by Life Time’s engineering team, this ball boasts symmetrically spaced holes and chamfered edges to ensure more consistent bounce and better durability under high-pressure play. Players — both pro and amateur — have already given it glowing feedback from earlier test events. 

Why it matters:

This move aligns professional tournament play with a ball engineered for precision, durability, and high‑level performance. It’s a solid step toward more standardized and quality game equipment across all PPA events. 

But Wait—Don’t Dash Off to Replace All Your X-40s Just Yet!

While the LT Pro 48 is getting its moment in the spotlight, the Franklin X‑40 remains the go-to choice for most recreational and club players. Loved for its balance of durability, affordability, and consistent play, it’s still the top pick at courts everywhere. 

In fact, many players continue to favor X-40s, especially for casual play, because they’re reliable and a trusted friend on the court.

TL;DR

• New official ball for PPA Tour: LT Pro 48 — built for pro-level consistency and durability.
• But for casual players: Stick with your X-40s. They’re still a solid, trusted choice for everyday play.