Journal

Padel racket frame and protector
Make a padel racket last a full season
Most rackets die of heat, neglected protectors and dead overgrips - not of play. Five habits that add a season. Read more...
Carbon fibre weave on a padel racket face
3K, 12K, 18K carbon: what the numbers mean
The K number is not a quality score. Here is what it actually describes, and when a lower number is the better racket. Read more...
Padel racket head shapes
Round, teardrop or diamond: what actually changes
The three head shapes explained through the shots you play, not the marketing copy. Includes which shape suits which player. Read more...
Padel racket face and frame
How to choose a padel racket
Shape, weight, balance, core and surface - the five things that actually change how a racket plays, and how to read them before you buy. Read more...