When should you change your Padel racket?

So, you’ve had your racket for a while, but you notice that there are new and interesting rackets on offer, and you’re starting to think about when it’s time to replace your Padel racket.

There are actually several different factors to consider when changing your Padel racket. Let’s take a look at each of them.

Go through each item on your list and ask yourself “does this apply to me?” and then you will know when to replace your padel racket!

Let’s start.

1. How long have you had the
   racket?

   If you have a brand new Padel racket, use it! Take your time to get
   used to it and play with it for a while.

   How long you use your racket affects whether you will need
   to replace it. Over time, your racket wears out, your level of play changes, and it’s time to introduce
   something new.

   Lūk, norādījumi:

   • Ja izmantojat raketi 3
     mēnešus – varat turpināt to izmantot.

   • If you have been using a racket for 3-6
     months – you can still continue using it, but if you feel that a change is needed,
     start looking for/testing another racket.

   • If you’ve been using your racket for 6
     months or more, it’s time to think about buying a new racket!

   A survey was conducted on the EverythingPadel Instagram profile and it turned out that most people change 2-3 rackets per year, so changing your racket every 6 months is a great solution.

   So when should you change your Padel
   racket? Approximately every 6 months.

2. How well have you progressed in
   your game?

   See how you’ve progressed over the last 6 months, no matter
   what racket you’re using.

   This is important because as YOU progress, you need to make sure your racket is
   not hindering your progress.

   One of EverythingPadel’s
   sponsors, Kai Woodgate, used a beginner’s racket for about 9 months after he started playing.
   The player progressed rapidly, but his racket made it difficult for him to get the necessary power and sharpness of his shot.

   He changed his racket to the more modern Adipower 3.0, so his shots were much more powerful and he could hit the ball much better.

   Kai didn’t know when to change his Padel racket, but when he
   did, it gave great results! Progress TOGETHER with your racket!

3. What condition is your
   racket in?

   The more you use your racket, the more it wears out over time.
   Scratches and cracks can become larger, and the racket can become softer or harder depending on how long it has been used and the conditions it has been in.

   Look at your Padel racket – are there any scratches or small cracks on the top? If there are any, they can get bigger very quickly and you will need a new racket as soon as possible.

   Is the racket stiffer than when you first started using it? Or is it still too soft? This can be affected by cold or warm weather.

   When should you change your Padel
   racket? If you notice a crack in it.

4. Do you have a weakness in the game?

   Do you feel like there is any part of your game that needs improvement?

   Do you need MORE power? Or MORE control? This is a clear sign that you should change your Padel racket, as some people have natural strengths and weaknesses on the court.

   Maybe you’re strong enough, but you need a new racket to
   better control your game.

   If your game is completely equal, then you probably already have the right
   padel racket.

5. Vai spēlējot kortos jums
   radušies sastiepumi rokās?

   Pēdējais faktors, kas nosaka, kad jāmaina Padel rakete, ir sastiepumi
   rokās.

   If you feel comfortable and find it easy to use your racket, then you will be fine.

   But if you feel pain or a slight strain when hitting the ball, then you need to change your
   padel racket.

   A good way to determine this is to hit the ball hard, and if you
   feel a vibration in your hand during the hit, then you need to switch to something that doesn’t produce vibration.

   You could buy something lighter or something with AVS (anti-vibration system) which significantly reduces vibration.

Conclusions – When Should You Change Your Padel
Racket?

Review each of the points mentioned, do they apply to you?

• If none of these apply to you, keep using your current racket!

• If 1 or 2 points apply to you, then maybe start thinking about buying a new
  racket, but don’t worry too much about it.

• If ALL of the points
  apply to you, then you need to change your padel
  racket URGENTLY, as your game is suffering significantly.

Key aspects to consider:

• If there is a crack in the racket, replace it with a new one immediately.

• If you feel pain in your elbow, change your racket, you don’t want to make the
  injury worse.

Now you will know when to change your Padel racket!

When Should You Change Your Padel Racket – Ewan
Ramsden