Step-by-Step: Padel Racket Selection Tips Perfect for Beginners
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Finding the right padel racket can be tricky, as there is a wide variety to choose from. Different shapes, sizes and materials… With so many options at our disposal, it’s normal to feel lost. But no worries, we're here to guide you through some fundamentals in finding that perfect racket that are both beginner-friendly and deeply beneficial.
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How to Choose the Perfect Padel Racket
The first thing of all before buying any padel racket  for beginners is to be clear about our level of padel. If we have just started playing padel tennis, we can buy a power racket to be the coolest on the court, but it is very likely that it will not be the ideal racket for us, since it will be uncontrollable.
Knowing what level of play we are at is easier, but how to know our style of play? To do this, we must have some experience on the track.
- Are we better at attacking, defending or do we behave in a balanced way in both facets?
- In what type of shots are we most lethal: spikes, volleys, lobs?
- Do I like to have a lot of control, make drop shots?
- Am I just starting out or do I have a high level?
Once we are clear about our level and style of play, we can know what type of racket we need for our type of game.
Shape of the Padel Racket for Beginners
One of the keys when choosing a padel racket is its shape . There are three basic types of padel racket on the market depending on their shape:
- Diamond-shaped rackets: it is a racket indicated for powerful, offensive players with some experience. The sweet spot is low and the balance is high, which means that it is not easy to control for inexperienced players. We must refine our technique before reaching this padel racket. It is a very common racket shape among professional players.
- Teardrop-shaped padel racket: it is the most common shape today as it offers a balance between power and control, so it can be used by players with diverse styles and experiences. The sweet spot is wider and the balance more balanced.
- Round-shaped padel racket: it is the shape that benefits players looking for control. The sweet spot is wide and the balance is low. It is easy to use. It is perfect for players who are new to padel or for padel players who prefer to sacrifice power for greater control and hitting efficiency.
Adidas - Drive 3.2
FEATURESÂ
Beginner Friendly: Round shape, big centred sweet spot to help control, precision, and accuracy.Â
Soft: Fiberglass and soft core to make this feel super comfy and durable on court.
Padel Racket Weight
It is a factor that sometimes goes unnoticed but that we must take into account, knowing how to choose the weight is very important:
- The greater the weight, the greater the force our blows will receive.
- A light racket, on the other hand, is more manageable and allows greater subtlety in the game.
- In general, for a man the recommended weight of a padel racket for beginners would be between 360 and 370 grams.
To avoid being overweight in the event that we put several overgrips or protectives, in the case of women 350-360 is normal, depending on their weight and if we have a more aggressive and forceful game we can increase the weight.
Kuikma - PR190
FEATURES
Handling: Extremely light (320 g) with a grip biased balance.
Directional control: Full EVA technology and fibreglass component.
Choosing Between Hard or Soft Padel Rackets
Another vital aspect to take into account when choosing a padel racket for beginners is the rigidity of its surface, that is, the level of flexibility that a padel racket has when pressure is applied to it. This characteristic is directly influenced by the material with which it is made.
Soft Padel Rackets
These padel rackets are made of fiberglass as the main fabric. This material shows a greater degree of flexibility, which means that when the ball hits the padel racket, it bounces more. In addition, they absorb most of the energy when they come into contact with the ball, which makes them more comfortable and ideal for beginners, since with them it is easier to return aggressive hits.
Hard Padel Rackets
The hard padel rackets are made of carbon fiber. This material is harder and less flexible than fiberglass, so generally soft padel rackets don’t have carbon in their composition (or they have very little). The padel rackets made with this material are more expensive because they are also more durable than soft padel rackets, because the quality and characteristics of carbon fiber remain intact for a longer time.
Nox - X ONE EVO
FEATURES
Versatility: This is a versatile padel that combines control and power.
Surface: It incorporates advanced model technologies like the finishing of the planes with roughness allowing you to put spin on the ball
Further Readings
→ Sweet spot and balance of the padel padel racket
→ Recommendation of a padel racket for beginners
Sweet Spot and Balance of the Padel Racket
They are two variables that we have referred to above and about which we are always talking in sports such as padel tennis. The sweet spot is the ideal place to hit the ball, that space in the racket where the hit is stronger and more precise. The further we get from the sweet spot, the less precision and strength.
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For its part, the balance is determined according to where the padel racket has its center of gravity . A balance close to the handle favors control and a balance closer to the head favors the smash or volley.
The balance as a general rule is directly related to the shape of the racket, if we took the racket by the center and put it on a scale we would know if the racket tends towards the handle , low balance , or to the opposite side, head , swing high .
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A high balance is a general rule in diamond-shaped padel racket and causes the padel racket to have more power and lose control , a padel racket with low balance causes the padel racket to have a lot of control .
Head - Evo Delta
FEATURES:
Beginner heaven: Large sweetspot, soft foam and low balance making it perfect for a beginner.
Recommendation of a Padel Racket For Beginners
Knowing how to choose your padel racket is very important so that you don’t get frustrated during the game because you don’t play with the right racket or it doesn’t help you advance in level.
Valor Padel offers a wide range of padels to suit your needs and playing style. Whether you are a beginner learning the sport or an intermediate level player with a fairly refined technique who enjoys playing attack and whose best shots are the shot and the volley. Valor Padel got you covered.
We hope this article has been helpful to you!
Bullpadel - Indiga PWR
FEATURES:
Power: Diamond shape, head-heavy balance, and Carbon Tube technology is designed to help you gain power and give you an excellent ball release.
Comfort: From its fibreglass surface and its Soft EVA foam.
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The Author: Mark A. Simmons
Mark A. Simmons is a dedicated padel instructor with over a decade of experience guiding sports enthusiast on their wellness journey. He emphasizes the fusion of skill, strategy, and spirit in every coaching session.
