In Colorado, pickleball supplier Komodo has launched Komodo BioBall, a new, biodegradable pickleball.
While the company did not disclose the material, it claims the balls break down in 3-5 years and even hold up for more matches than conventional pickleballs. Approximately 500 million pickleballs are produced every year.
Pickleball retailer Dink tested the balls and found them to last approximately 70 games without damage. “The Komodo BioBall is really durable. After 8-9 games of play with my friends, it surprisingly still holds its shape. No warping or hidden cracks – we’re still using the same ball and it’s playing great,” according to one reviewer.
They are available for preorder at kimodopickleball.com.