MY DOCTOR TOLD ME TO QUIT PICKLEBALL... I REFUSED
AND BUILT A PADDLE BRAND THAT SAVED MY ARM.
Iâm Steve Dawson, multiâUS Open and National Pickleball Winner.
Behind the trophies, Iâve fought through years of painful tennis elbow just to stay on court.
Eventually, my doctor told me the only fix was to quit Pickleball.
But quitting wasnât an option â so I built the Rivelle, a paddle engineered to reduce shock, protect your arm , and keep you on court.
When I discovered Pickleball, I searched everywhere for paddles that would go easy on my arm.
Nothing worked.
So when I set out to design my own, making it safe for the arm wasnât optional â it was my top priority.
"I wasnât ready to quit. So I built something better".
The Breakthrough
Before founding Avoura, I helped design another brandâs paddle meant to reduce arm pain.
It was a step forwardâbut I quickly saw its limits.
Most paddles only absorb shock AFTER it happens.
I realized the paddle itself had to be designed differently...
Not just to capture and displace vibration, but to generate less of it in the first place.
That experience gave me the blueprint for something bigger â a paddle that would set a new standard for performance and protection.
Redefining The Sweet-Spot
Through years of testing and iteration, I realized something important:
That âsweet spotâ everyone talks about...?Â
Itâs simply the part of the paddle that sends the least shock and vibration into your arm.
So the question became clear to me: what if I could optimize for the sweet spotâand actually expand it ?
Big Sweet-Spot = Arm Friendly.
Thatâs where Avouraâs Sweet-Spot Enhancement Systemâą was born.
How the Rivelle Protects Your Arm
Smart Shape
First, every paddle is designed so its widest point aligns perfectly with the sweet spotâplacing more mass behind the ball and keeping each shot stable while reducing strain on the arm.
Shock-Dampening Gel
Then, inside the paddle, a proprietary semi-solid gel balances the weight precisely with that sweet spotâstabilizing the paddle and enhancing comfort on every swing.
Meet the Rivelle
I built the Rivelle for players like meâplayers who refuse to choose between power and control.
With its hybrid shape and our proprietary internal weighting, the Rivelle,
delivers:
- A massive, forgiving sweet spot that protects your arm from shock
- The reach and power of an elongated paddle
- The touch and control of a wide-body paddle
For players battling tennis elbow or arm fatigue, the Rivelle doesnât just protect youâit gives you confidence to swing freely, knowing your paddle is working with you, not against you.
What Players & Reviewers Are Saying
It didnât take long for word to spread.
Players dealing with tennis elbow, joint pain, and fatigue began gravitating to Avouraâand especially the Rivelle.
Review after review told the same story:
Game-Changer for My Arm
I struggled with tennis elbow for months and almost gave up playing. The Rivelle changed everythingâI can finally step on the court without pain, and my swing feels smooth again. Best investment Iâve made for my game.
Michael R
Verified Buyer
Saved My Love for the Game!
This paddle literally saved my game. Before Rivelle, every match left my arm sore for days. Now I can practice longer, recover faster, and actually enjoy competing again. Iâm hooked.
Samantha L.Verified Buyer
More Power, Less Pain
I was skeptical at first, but the Rivelle gives me the power and control I want without destroying my joints. It feels light, balanced, and forgiving. My friends all want to try it now!
Daniel P.Verified Buyer
Emily T.Because the Game You Love Should Never Hurt.
Play longer, harder, and safer with Rivelle â the hybrid paddle built to protect your arm and unlock your game.
Hurry! The Rivelle Will Sell Out Soon
Shop the Rivelle
- Command every court with hybrid versatility
- Hit cleaner, more confident shots with an expanded sweet spot
- Play longer, play stronger without the arm fatigue
- USA Pickleball and PBCoR 43 Approved
Frequently Asked Questions
The Rivelle combines a hybrid shape with Avouraâs Sweet-Spot Enhancement Systemâą â aligning the paddleâs widest point with the sweet spot and balancing it with internal gel weighting. The result? A massive, forgiving sweet spot, reduced arm strain, and a paddle that delivers both reach and control.
