Padel kit guides
Rackets, balls and shoes: what actually matters when you are buying padel kit, and when it is time to replace it.
What are the rules for padel balls?
The official size, weight, bounce and colour rules for padel balls, and what they mean for your games.
How many padel rackets should you own?
When one racket is enough, when to add a second, and why your spare should match your main racket.
How to choose the best padel racket for a beginner
Step-by-step advice on shape, weight and balance when buying your first racket.
Light vs heavy padel tennis racket, what is best?
How racket weight affects power, control and comfort, and which suits you.
When should I change my padel tennis racket?
The signs your racket is past its best and when to replace it.
What are the best padel tennis shoes?
Why padel needs its own shoes, and what to look for in grip and support.
What is the difference between a padel tennis ball and a tennis ball?
How padel balls differ from tennis balls in pressure, bounce and feel.
Are padel balls fuzzy like tennis balls?
What padel balls are made of and how they compare with tennis balls.