Journal

Padel racket stored in its cover
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...
18K carbon weave on the face of a padel racket
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...
Amasport Cubic 18K diamond padel racket
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...
Camewin Elite Tour Pro 18K padel racket
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...

Home/ Journal

The Journal

Journal

Equipment, technique and what actually happens on court.

Make a padel racket last a full season

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.

24.08.2026
3K, 12K, 18K carbon: what the numbers mean

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.

24.08.2026
Round, teardrop or diamond: what actually changes

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 ...

24.08.2026
How to choose a padel racket

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 t...

24.08.2026