Nick Bicanic, a serial entrepreneur and filmmaker, discusses his diverse background and his current passion for Pickleball. He shares his philosophy on learning and problem-solving, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and passion. Nick explains the challenges he identified in the Pickleball industry, particularly the rapid degradation of paddles. He describes his journey of developing a replaceable paddle surface to improve performance, value, and sustainability. Nick highlights the potential conflict between existing paddle manufacturers and his innovative solution, but also the opportunity for a customer-centric approach. In this conversation, Nick Bicanic discusses the environmental impact of pickleball paddles and the need for sustainable solutions. He explains how his company, Reload Pickleball, has developed a paddle with a replaceable surface that is more environmentally friendly. Bicanic emphasizes the importance of considering both performance and sustainability when developing products. He also discusses the growth of pickleball as a sport and its unique ability to bring together players of different skill levels. Bicanic offers advice to young entrepreneurs, encouraging them to not be afraid to try and to continuously learn and improve.