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Do you actually need a winter padel racket?
Cold hardens the ball and the racket at the same time. Here's who genuinely needs a softer winter racket, who doesn't, and why there's no magic temperature to watch for.…
Why is the Kuikma Hybrid Pro suddenly everywhere?
Decathlon's Kuikma Hybrid Pro is turning up in club bags that would never have touched the brand before. Here's the real…
Padel Band review – Does the AI-powered padel tracker improve your game?
We take a look at the AI-powered padel shot technique tracker. The Padel Band is a one-of-a-kind sensor for serious pade…
Floky No-Strain Arm Sleeve review – Does Tapia’s sleeve prevent tennis elbow?
Does the Floky No-Strain Arm Sleeve, as worn by Agustin Tapia, really work to prevent tennis elbow and other arm injurie…
How to choose the perfect padel racket for winter
Looking for a mid-winter boost to your padel game? Check out our guide on how to choose the perfect padel racket for the…
6 essential padel tips for tennis players to improve faster
Are you transitioning to padel from tennis? Don't make these 6 simple mistakes and follow our experts' padel tips for te…
The 8 best beginner padel tips and tactics to help you win
Become a better padel player with our guide to the best padel tips and tricks for beginners who want to win more and imp…
Ultimate guide to buying the correct padel shoes & soles
Are you looking for a new pair of padel shoes? Unsure of what type of sole, or how often you should upgrade? Our guide t…
Explained: why are Adidas padel rackets so popular?
Adidas have become one of the world's best padel brands, but how did it happen, and why are Adidas padel rackets so popu…
Padel racket carbon grades explained: 3K vs 12K vs 18K
What the carbon weave numbers actually mean for power, control and feel.…
Padel racket shapes explained: round, teardrop & diamond
How head shape changes the sweet spot, power and control of a racket.…