Padel rackets

Paddle shapes to suit your level of play

Ensure good playing performance by opting for a padel racket tailored to your level and experience. There are three types of racket designed to suit the needs and skills of every player:

• Round: Perfect for occasional players or beginners. Its good balance makes it easy to handle and gives good ball control.
• Diamond: This is the ideal racket for experienced players or attackers. More difficult to handle, most of its weight is distributed in the head of the racket. This gives it good hitting power.
• Goutte d'eau: A mix of round and diamond shapes, it offers a good compromise between power and control. Versatile, it adapts to all levels and styles of play.

How to choose the weight and balance of your padel racket?

The weight of the racquet will also influence your playing style. The heavier the racquet, over 380 grams, the more powerful it will be; however, it will also tire you more. Lighter models, weighing less than 340 grams, will give you greater speed and maneuverability. As for the racquet's balance, this too should be selected according to your preferences. A handle balance has the advantage of giving you good control. Head balance is perfect for more power. Finally, neutral balance is versatile, giving you the feeling of being in control of the ball in all playing situations.

Quality, ergonomic paddle rackets from DECATHLON

For optimum comfort during your playing sessions, we recommend that you choose a handle that fits you. We offer a range of models to ensure that young and old alike feel as comfortable as possible during training sessions and matches. Carbon fiber paddle rackets are strong and shock-resistant. Lightweight, they're also easy to handle. However, the higher the carbon density, the stiffer and more powerful the racket. The heavier the fiberglass, the better the feel on impact.