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Why Padel Shoes Are Essential
Padel Shoes: The Essential Choice for Optimal Padel Fun at Padelshop.com Padel, one of the world's fastest growing sports, requires not only skill and strategy, but also the right equipment. One of the most essential pieces of your equipment is padel shoes. In this blog, we discuss why it is an absolute must to wear padel shoes while playing padel, what different brands of padel shoes Padelshop.com offers and why Munich is our top choice for the best padel shoes.Why Padel Shoes Are Essential Wearing padel shoes while playing padel is not a luxury, but rather a crucial step to improve your game and prevent injuries. Padel shoes are specially designed to address the unique needs of padel players. They offer excellent grip on artificial turf, allowing you to move quickly, make precise turns and execute powerful strokes without worrying about slipping. In addition, padel shoes are designed with lateral support to protect your feet and ankles from injury during quick moves and sudden stops. Wearing the right padel shoes not only improves your performance, but also keeps you safe on the court. Different Brands of Padel Shoes at Padelshop.comAt Padelshop.com, we understand that padel players have different preferences and needs when it comes to their equipment. That's why we offer a wide selection of padel shoes from several top brands. Whether you're looking for Munich, HEAD, J'Hayber, K-Swiss and Wilson, we have a wide range of choices available. Each brand has its own unique style and technological features, so you're sure to find the perfect shoes to match your playing style.Munich: Our Top Choice for Best Padel ShoesWhen it comes to the best padel shoes, Munich is our absolute favorite. Munich has an established reputation in the world of padel because of their dedication to quality and innovation. Their padel shoes are designed with advanced technologies that maximize grip, stability and comfort. They not only offer superior performance on the court, but also a stylish look that gives you confidence and flair while playing. Munich padel shoes are the choice of many professional players because of their durability and performance. Why buy from PadelShop.com?When you are looking for the perfect padel shoes, Padelshop.com is your ultimate destination. We understand the needs of padel players and offer only the best brands and models. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to help you find the right padel shoes to fit your playing style and needs. At Padelshop.com, you are assured of quality and excellent customer service, so you can confidently maximize your padel enjoyment.In summary, wearing padel shoes is a must for any serious padel player. Padelshop.com offers a wide range of brands and models to meet your requirements. And when it comes to the best padel shoes, Munich is our top choice because of their quality and performance. Choose Padelshop.com as your destination for padel shoes and take your padel experience to the next level.See all shoes at padelshop.com
The New HEAD Extreme Line
Discover the new Padel Extreme line from HEAD.For years, HEAD's padel rackets have been in high demand. The New HEAD EXTREME rackets perfectly suit players who love to play with a lot of power and dominance on the court. Every year, innovation is at the top of the list for brands when designing new padel rackets and models. This is also true for HEAD, which is why they have come out with a special racket, the HEAD Extreme One. Instead of having multiple holes in the blade, the racket has only one hole in the blade. To help you decide which model from the Extreme line suits you best, the following models are described and specified: HEAD Extreme One HEAD Extreme Pro HEAD Extreme Motion HEAD Extreme Elite  HEAD Extreme One The revolutionary EXTREME ONE PADEL RACKET is the lightest racket in the EXTREME series; it is also the strongest, with the state-of-the-art 12K carbon see-through unique hitting surface for added durability. Made from a new, diamond-shaped mold, this racket is lightweight, as well as powerful and aerodynamic, and lets you play with consistent spin. While the innovative Auxetic technology delivers extra power and a sensational impact feel, the Soft Butt Cap technology supplies a softer playing feel and dampens vibrations. Along with high performance, the EXTREME ONE offers a high-end, original design with a glossy and matt finish. • Revolutionary design with a unique hitting surface for extra durability • 12K carbon see-through hitting surface • Lightest and strongest racket in the series • Power, consistent spin and aerodynamic • New, diamond-shaped mold • Soft Butt Cap technology • Auxetic technology for extra power and sensational impact feel • Original, premium design with glossy and matt finish SpecsShape: DiamondWeight: 345Balance: High HEAD Extreme ProExtreme power is combined with outstanding touch and feel with the EXTREME PRO PADEL RACKET. Designed for advanced and professional players, this diamond-shaped racket is made with a new mold and has new Soft Butt Cap technology, which offers a softer playing feel and dampens vibrations. Innovative Auxetic technology supplies additional power and sensational impact feel while the hybrid woven hitting surface enhances power and touch. Take your game to the limit with a racket that also comes with Extreme Spin technology and is finished with an exclusive, colorful and vibrant design. • Extreme power for advanced and professional players • New, diamond-shaped mold • New Soft Butt Cap technology • Auxetic technology for extra power and sensational feel • Hybrid woven material in the hitting surface for extra power • Extreme Spin technology • Exclusive, colorful design SpecsShape: DiamondWeight: 370-380Balance: High HEAD Extreme Motion Made from a new, diamond-shaped mold, the EXTREME MOTION PADEL RACKET is ideal for advanced and professional players who are looking for both extreme power and maneuverability. While the new Soft Butt Cap technology provides a softer playing feel and dampens vibrations, the innovative Auxetic technology delivers extra power and sensational impact feel. Lighter than the EXTREME PRO, the EXTREME MOTION has a hybrid woven hitting surface for enhanced power and touch, as well as Extreme Spin technology. The exclusive, colorful design adds to the racket's premium, contemporary appeal. • Extreme power and maneuverability• For advanced and professional players• New, diamond-shaped mold• New Soft Butt Cap technology• Lighter than the EXTREME PRO• Auxetic technology for extra power and sensational feel• Hybrid woven material in the hitting surface for extra power• Extreme Spin technology• Exclusive, colorful design SpecsShape: DiamondWeight: 355-365Balance: Mid-high HEAD Extreme EliteAdvanced and intermediate players can experience extreme power with the EXTREME ELITE PADEL RACkET. The most forgiving racket in the EXTREME series is built with a new, diamond-shaped mold and has new Soft Butt Cap technology, which provides a softer playing feel and dampens vibrations. While the innovative Auxetic technology supplies extra power and a sensational impact feel, the fiberglass on the hitting surface delivers a soft, superior feel and even more power. The racket is finished with an exclusive, colorful design.• Extreme power with the most forgiving racket in the series• For advanced and intermediate players• New, diamond-shaped mold• New Soft Butt Cap technology• Auxetic technology for extra power and sensational feel• Fiberglass in the hitting surface for a soft feel and extra power• Exclusive, colorful design SpecsShape: DiamondWeight: 360-370Balance: Mid-high Check out the new HEAD Extreme line  Â
Padel racket testing at the Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn
Welcome to the Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn, the ultimate destination for padel lovers who would like to test padel rackets. In this blog article we will elaborate on the importance of padel racket testing and why the Padel Experience Center is the ideal place to do so. Whether you are a beginner looking to buy your first racket or an experienced padel player looking to upgrade, the Padel Experience Center offers a wide range of rackets and a professional environment to try them out. Why is padel racket testing important? The Padel Experience Center The testing process at the Padel Experience Center The advantages of testing rackets in a dedicated center The range of rackets at the Padel Experience Center Expert advice and guidance when choosing a padel racket Padel racket testing: Tips and points of interest PadelShop,com: The place for your padel equipment Why padel racket testing is importantA padel racket is an essential part of your game. Choosing the right racket can significantly improve your game and help prevent injuries. Testing rackets will give you a better understanding of the features and playing characteristics of different models, allowing you to make an informed decision when buying a racket. Het Padel Experience CenterHet Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn is een moderne faciliteit die is ontworpen om padelliefhebbers de ultieme ervaring te bieden. Het centrum beschikt over een speciaal aangelegde testbaan en een uitgebreid assortiment aan padelrackets van toonaangevende merken. Of je nu een beginner of een ervaren speler bent, het Padel Experience Center heeft voor elk niveau en speelstijl een geschikt racket. The test process at the padel experience centerAt the Padel Experience Center you will have the opportunity to try out different rackets before making a final decision. You can test the rackets on the special test track, paying attention to things like balance, weight, grip and playability. The center's professional team is ready to guide and advise you during the testing process.The advantages of testing rackets in a dedicated centerTesting rackets in a specialized center such as the Padel Experience Center has several advantages. You can try out the rackets in a realistic environment, compare and assess which racket best suits your game.Moreover, you can rely on the expert advice of the Padel Experience Center team to help you make the right choice. The range of rackets at the padel experience centerThe Padel Experience Center offers a wide range of padel rackets from renowned brands such as Adidas, Babolat, Black Crown, Bullpadel, Donnay, Dunlop, HEAD, J´hayber, NOX, RS Sports, Siux, Slazenger, Starvie, Stiga, Varlion, Volt and Wilson. From rackets for beginners to advanced models for experienced players, there is something for everyone. The center keeps up with the latest trends and technological developments, so you can always choose from the latest models on the market.Expert advice and guidance on choosing a padel racketThe team at the Padel Experience Center consists of experienced padel players who will be happy to help you choose the right racket. They will take into account your playing style, level and preferences, and guide you in making an informed decision.With their expertise and knowledge of the different rackets, they will make sure you find a racket that suits you perfectly. Padel racket testing: Tips and concernsTo get the most out of your racquet testing experience, there are some tips and points to consider. These include testing multiple rackets, paying attention to features such as weight and balance, and carefully observing how the racket feels while playing. These factors will help you make an informed decision when choosing a padel racket.PadelShop.com: The place for your padel equipmentAfter testing different rackets at the Padel Experience Center, you can visit Padelshop to purchase your chosen racket and other supplies.Padelshop offers a wide range of padel equipment, including rackets, balls, bags and apparel from top brands. With their extensive selection and expert customer service, they will ensure you have the right equipment to continue your padel adventure. ConclusionTesting padel rackets is a crucial step in finding the perfect racket that suits your playing style and preferences. The Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn offers the ideal environment and an extensive range of rackets to optimize this testing experience. With the expert advice and guidance of the Padel Experience Center team, you can make the right choice with confidence. Also visit Padelshop for all your padel equipment and enjoy this exciting game to the fullest.Book a racket test
7 MOST MADE MISTAKES WHEN BUYING A PADEL RACKET
Buy a racket because it is highly discounted. So the racket is on discount, but wouldn’t you prefer to play with a racket which will complement your game the best? Buy a racket because of color. So the racket looks nice, but we all know we should not judge a book by its cover. A nice design will make you look good, but it will not make you win matches. Buy a racket because your favorite player is playing with it. A padelracket which is good for your padelstar, is good for him / her but is unlikely best suited for you. Buy a racket without knowing the end weight of a racket you should have (normally 370-380 gram for men, 365 for women). A real expert should always take into mind the size of your hand (bigger handsize is more overgrips, more overgrips result in more weight). E.g. you use 2 overgrips (2 x 6,5 gram), so the padelracket should not weigh more than 367 to be able to have an endresult of under 380 gram. Buy a racket without testing it. Trying before buying is always the best way. Or receive personal advice from Holland's padel specialist, Marcel Bogaart. Get in touch via support@padelshop.com or send a message via Whatsapp. Read stupid things on the internet like: round is for beginners. Fact a 7-times world champion is playing with a round racket, many top players (a.o. Stupa, Bea Gonzalez, Carolina Navarro, Mati Diaz) are playing with round rackets. How can you say round is for beginners? Round is easier to play with and it can suit beginners but it doesn’t mean it is only for beginners. It can be for every level. Buy a racket for only a particular shot (like a tearshaped racket for the smash). This racket will only help you with the smash, but it will slow you down at the net and make defending much more difficult. This is like choosing a partner to merry you which only makes you happy in 2% of the time. Sounds silly, doesn’t it? If you want the best advice, come test your new racket at our Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn. Here you get customized advice and you can test the racket directly on our own padel court.                                     Â
Why use the Noene anti-shock Padel Grip?
Noene Anti-Shock Padel Grip The Noene Anti-Shock Padel Grip is ideal for anyone looking to improve their performance and reduce the risk of injury while playing padel. The Noene Anti-Shock Padel Grip is a specialized padel grip designed to help against and prevent arm injuries. It is made with a special anti-shock foam that absorbs and dissipates impact forces. There are several potential benefits to using Noene Undergrip Anti-shock in a padel racket. For example: Improved comfort: The shock-absorbing properties of Noene Undergrip Anti-shock can help to reduce the impact of hard hits on the player's hand and arm, making the racket more comfortable to hold and use. Reduced risk of injury: By absorbing shock by more than 96% and reducing the amount of vibration transmitted through the racquet, Noene Undergrip Anti-shock can help reduce the risk of hand and arm injuries such as tennis elbow or carpal tunnel syndrome. Improved Control: By reducing the amount of shock and vibration transmitted through the racquet, Noene Undergrip Anti-shock can help players maintain a better grip on their racquet and improve their control over their strokes. Overall, Noene Undergrip Anti-shock can be a useful addition to a padel racket for players who are looking to improve the comfort and control of their racket, or who are concerned about the risk of hand and arm injuries.
WHERE TO START WITH PADEL?
Origin op padel The sport is originally from Mexico and has been around for 50 years. Because there was no room for a tennis court, someone came up with the idea of building a smaller field. Padel was eventually also introduced in Marbella in Spain, where it became a great success. To this day, Marbella is one of the biggest padel meccas for players. Padel is the most popular sport in Spain after football. A lot of other sporters, including Carles Puyol, Charles Leclerc and Neymar play padel in their spare time. What is padel? Padel is a racket sport and can best be described as a combination of both tennis and squash. You play padel with 4 people, where you play two against two. The game is played on a rectangular field. This field measures 20 by 10 meters and is surrounded by fences and glass walls. In the middle is a net. The walls play a major role when playing padel. You play it with a padel ball and a padel racket. The scoring is the same as in tennis (0-15-30-40 game). If you win two sets you are the winner. In addition, it is important to consider what type of padel player you are. Are you an attacking player or more of a controlling player. Popularity of padel? Padel gained a lot of momentum over the last couple of years, but why? And what makes it so much fun to play?First of all, padel is very easy to learn. You can play it at different levels, so you can start padel at any age. It is especially important that you are tactical and can react quickly to the opponent. In addition, it is good for your brain, because you continuously train your hand-eye coordination and you are also busy with tactics and reading your opponent. Furthermore, it is also very good for your social contacts, because padel is a real team sport. After playing you can have a nice chat with the other players and you can meet new people! Our partner Plaza Padel has various group apps at its locations that are used to connect players of equal levels. Take a look at their website and get to know new players near you! At Plaza Padel you can also play all year round because they have many indoor courts all over the Netherlands. What do you need to start? The most important part of your padel equipment is of course a padel racket. A padel racket is your weapon on the padel court. There are a lot of different padel rackets available, which come in different materials, technologies and shapes aimed at different types of padel players. It is always important to choose the most suitable racket for your padel needs. A control racket for a defensive player, a power racket for an offensive player and a balanced racket for a neutral all-round padel player. Use our padel racket purchase advice tool to find out what rackets suit you! Padelshop’s favorite Starter Kit Backpacks and padel bags are items that become applicable to a padel player at some point, while you may not need them directly it will be the easiest way to transport your padel equipment to competitions and training sessions. Padel brands produce different types of backpacks and padel bags, with different sizes and compartments for all needs. There are large padel bags and suitcases for those looking for more capacity to carry spare rackets and more gear. But padel backpacks are also very popular, for players who need just enough space to take their padel racket and their most important personal belongings with them. Both are an excellent option to protect and transport your padel equipment. Finally, there are the accessories. Applying grips for extra weight or a protector to protect your beloved racket is essential for every padeller. If you want to learn more about padel first, feel free to order the book "Common Sense" by top padel player Nito Brea.Not sure what you need yet? No problem! At Padelshop we have made a number of starter kits for you, which fully meet your needs to start on the court. Choose your favorite brand and racket. And if you order before 22:00? You can be on the court with your new gear tomorrow! Check out our Starter Kit selection down below.                                Â
WHAT TYPE OF PADEL PLAYER ARE YOU?
As with many sports, everyone has their own hand that makes them unique. Many elite athletes have become who they are because of what makes them special. That is of course no different with padel. Everyone has their own way of playing and by analyzing these you come to the question; What kind of player am I actually? Are you a daredevil, are you a defensive player or more offensive. Do you always go for the maximum or do you look at what your buddy is doing? All of these questions answer showcase what type of padeller you are. In addition, it is important to see whether your current racket suits you as a type of player. Does this racket help you get the best out of your game? Are you an aggressive player who likes to go to the net and hit all balls with maximum power? Or are you a controlled player who wants more confidence from your racket? If you're not sure what kind of player you are, we can help. Here's what defines each type of player: Aggressive players like to go to the net, so they need a racket to help them do that. Therefore, an aggressive player should buy an offensive racket. An offensive racket has more power when you hit the ball and you have more control over your shots. This can be especially useful if you're playing against an opponent who likes to hit winners from the baseline, as you can use your strength to play them off balance. Aggressive players also tend to play with more risk, meaning they are more likely to win games with their aggressive strokes, but also more likely to lose those games due to their attacking style of play. If this describes you, then an offensive racket is just what you need to power up your game! But beware: a player with an offensive style of play can also hit many more balls if the racket gives too much power. Therefore, make sure that you always know what you are buying and that you do not suddenly get too much power from your racket. Perfect offensive rackets The controlling player is looking for a racket that gives him more confidence. That is why you will find many round rackets with a low weight for the most control, or a round racket that is slightly heavier, so that you can get both control and power out of your racket. These rackets also have a larger sweet spot. Rather place than hit hardControlling players don't necessarily have to be good at hitting the ball hard. Importantly, they play more in the service of the left winger and try to make other players run by spreading the ball instead of hitting hard. Placing the ball is very important for these players. Choose the angles, keep an eye on the running lines and place the ball in the open spaces. Make other players run by using the maximum of the court.Controlling players look for rackets that allow them to spread their shots over a wider area instead of just hitting hard. With this they try to let their opponent run a lot, by determining the game themselves.Perfect controlling rackets If you have bought a new racket, you will always have to get used to it. This is because the balance, weight and material will be different than you are used to. Very logical too. Give yourself time to get used to the racket and don't immediately look disapprovingly at your racket. Eventually you will notice that if you have found a racket that suits you, your game will improve. If you have any questions after reading this article, please contact: support@padelshop.comSee all our rackets
HOW DO I PLAY A BALL CLOSE TO THE GLASS?
It is extremely frustrating for players when the ball lands close to the glass wall. This situation can be avoided very easily if you know how to fix it.There are two situations where the ball is played close to the glass: When the ball comes close to the glass on the side of the playing field or; When the ball is lobed and lands close to the back wall. In both situations you will have to be able to handle and use the glass wall.The sidewallA ball close to the sidewall can arise from a myriad of situations. This can vary from a smash that is played in the corner and ends up at the side wall via the bounce to a forehand that is played close to the glass wall.There are two ways to handle this ball 'Swot a fly': This means that the ball is played close to the glass wall. It is important that the racket does not hit the wall. This can cause damage to the racket. Give the ball space to move away from the wall, then play the ball across the glass wall to the other side. By processing the ball in the second way, you run less risk of hitting the side wall with the racket. It is important here that the ball is really hit to the other side through the glass wall. A common mistake is that the ball is rightly hit against the side wall and therefore does not make it to the other side.The back wall In most situations, there are two cases where problems arise around the back wall. A direct lob: the ball bounces over the service line and 'sticks' to the back wall. The opponent uses his own back wall, then bounces near the opponent's back wall. This ball has a lot of effect, so that it 'sticks' to the back wall. For both situations there are three possibilities to handle this ball. Anticipate a high ball and walk back a bit, then you can play the ball back above your head. This choice is made because the player is convinced that this ball is easier to play before the ball hits the glass wall. A player who is focused on control will choose this ball the fastest. It is a situation in which the player can easily place the ball and needs little power. Pull back and play the ball back with a lob, this choice is often made when the ball stays very close to the back wall and it cannot be played back to the other side. This trick will also be preferred by a player who plays with control. Playing the lob ensures that a lot of time is created before taking the desired position. Play the ball through your own back wall up to the opponent's back field. The advantage of this is that there is quite a bit of topspin on the ball, so that it sticks very much to the back wall of the opponent. This choice will be made most quickly by a player who plays with a lot of power. This shot is extremely difficult to perform, but it is very effective for a player with the right technique and a large amount of power. In the ideal situation, the choice to return a ball in a certain way is made as quickly as possible. The aim is to make it as easy as possible for yourself to return the ball. If you make this choice too late or if it is a wrong choice, you always have the glass wall as a backup to be able to use. Within padel you have a second chance on almost all balls.
WHAT IS THE PERFECT PADELBALL?
 Padelballs Padel balls are an important part of the sport and can have a huge impact on the game. There are many different types of padel balls, but actually they all look the same. To arrive at the perfect ball, it is good to describe a number of properties of different padel balls. Read on to find out what the perfect padel ball is for you. Characteristics of a padelball The inside of the ball is always made of rubber. Today, most padel balls on the market are filled with gas or nitrogen. The difference is mainly in the use of the different fiber types. Felt is often used. A distinction can be made between a natural and synthetic fiber. The natural fibers are often from sheep's wool. There are two types of padel balls: normal speed and high speed. For better speed and bounce, fast padel balls have a higher pressure and shorter felt. These balls are especially suitable for intermediate and advanced level players. Due to a lower pressure and a longer felt, the speed of a padel ball is damped. These are suitable for beginners, but can of course also be used by experienced players. The ball must bounce a certain height to qualify as a padel ball. For this, a test is done in which the ball falls from a height of 2.54m. The intention is that the ball bounces back to a height of 135 to 145 centimeters. The weight of a padel ball should be between 56 and 59.4 grams. In addition, the specifications in terms of pressure and dimensions must also be correct. For example, the pressure must be between 4.6 and 5.2 kg per square centimeter. For the dimensions, padel balls must have a diameter between 6.35 and 6.77 centimeters.  How long does a padelball last? When you open the new can of padel balls, you will hear a sound, namely a 'his' murmur. This is because compressed air disappears from the bus. Padel balls are usually sold in a pressurized canister. The manufacturers of balls replenish air so as not to deflate the balls. You may be wondering why balls lose pressure so quickly? This has to do with how balls are produced and the way they are used. Height, moisture, temperature, style of play and court surface all affect the life of the ball. The duration of a padel ball in the form in which it is delivered is a bit disappointing. After a while, a padel ball loses pressure and performance diminishes. After one game you can count on the balls losing a quarter of their pressure, which means they bounce less. A padel ball should actually be replaced between 2 to 4 hours (one or two matches). Most players prefer new padel balls every match. During the WPT, new padel balls are always used every match.  The solution for long-term use of a padelball Fortunately, there is a more cheap and environmentally conscious solution than buying new balls every time. The correct alternative solution is called a pressure cooker. This is a canister in which you keep padel balls. A pressure tube or pressure regulator is a pneumatic tool used to keep the pressure of padel ball the same. The optimum pressure is created by pumping air in through a valve. As a result, padel balls have a longer shelf life. You will earn your money back after using the pressure cooker a few times. You can of course also choose to purchase one pressure cooker with different players.  Tubo+ X3 Pascal Box  What is the best padelball? The best padel ball will be different for each player because each player has a different game type and therefore a different ball preference. Some of the best balls are mentioned below and the characteristics of these balls are explained. Based on this description you can choose the perfect padel ball for you.  Head Padel Pro S  The Head Padel Pro S is the official padel ball of the World Padel Tour (WPT). The Head brand has developed this ball together with the best padel players. The Padel Pro S balls are best suited for players who prefer speed in their game where the ball often bounces during a point. While playing, the tempo remains high and the rallies are dynamic. No point is the same! We recommend these padel balls for players of intermediate and advanced level who like fast balls. This brand of padel balls has been around for a while, but it definitely remains one of the best padel balls out there. That's why we voted the Head Padel Pro S as the best padel balls of 2022!  Bullpadel Premium Pro The Bullpadel Padel Balls Premium Pro are for maximum speed. The padel balls have a long lifespan and a fantastic hitting feeling due to the high quality of the synthetic felt used. The rubber core of the padel ball has a high density which prevents pressure loss and which improves the durability of the ball. Bullpadel Premium Pro padel balls are the official balls for competitions organized by the Padel Federation of Madrid.  Black Crown Pro The Black Crown padel ball is great. Black Crown has done a lot of research to develop the best padel ball and it has paid off! These Black Crown padel balls are of good quality and last a long time. The core is made of high quality rubber and a mixture of felt materials. As a result, wear is limited as much as possible and this ball still has power after 1.5 hours of play. The ball is not so hard on the arm and therefore plays very easily.
10 TIPS FÖR ATT KÖPA DIN NYA PADELRACKET
Att välja rätt padelracket verkar vara ett svårt val. Oavsett om det gäller köp av ditt första racket eller byte av ett gammalt racket. Det kan finnas mer i det än du tror. För att säkerställa att du snart är på banan med det perfekta racketen för dig har vi listat 10 tips nedan i samarbete med PadelShop.com som kan hjälpa dig i ditt sökande efter ditt nya padelracket. 1. NIVÅ Innan du köper ett nytt racket bör du fråga dig själv på vilken nivå du befinner dig just nu. Man skiljer på tre nivåer: nybörjare, medel och avancerad. Som nybörjare är det viktigt att först välja ett lätt racket. Ju längre du spelar och desto högre nivå kommer din nivå att påverka köpet av en ny racket. Du kommer då att behöva ett racket med mycket kraft och mindre kontroll. Du kan läsa vidare i den här artikeln för att ta reda på vilket racket som är det bästa valet för varje nivå. 2. VIKT Vikt är en viktig faktor att ta hänsyn till. Ett lättare eller tyngre racket har båda sina fördelar. Ett lätt racket ger mer kontroll. Men om du tycker att makt är viktigare än kontroll bör du välja ett tyngre racket. Dessutom är det skillnad mellan vikten för kvinnor, män och barn. Vikten för kvinnor ligger vanligtvis mellan 350 och 360 gram, för män är den 355 och 360 gram. När man tittar på ett barnracket skiljer sig vikten mellan 240 och 280+ gram. VAR OBS! Använder du (över)grepp eller ett skydd i bladets ram? Båda kan lägga till extra vikt, så tänk på detta när du tittar på vikten på ett nytt racket. 3. SHAPE Det finns tre former av padelracketar: diamantform, droppform och rund form. Precis som med vikten på racketen har varje form sina fördelar: Rumberform Detta racket har diamantformade blad, vilket säkerställer att bladen har mer kraft men mindre kontroll. Denna form är mer lämplig för erfarna spelare. Släppform Ett droppformat racket har en balans mellan kraft och kontroll. Det droppformade racketen är lämplig för semi-avancerade spelare. Rund form Klad med rund form har mestadels kontroll och liten kraft. Detta är den mest lämpliga racketen för nybörjare. Men många avancerade spelare spelar fortfarande med denna form, så rundan är inte bara för nybörjare. Nyfiken på hur du kan särskilja de olika racketarna? På bilden visar vi skillnaden i form, kontroll och kraft. 4. CORE Det finns två typer av gummi som kärnan kan tillverkas av. Den första är EVA-gummi, detta gummi är helt slätt, hårt, har mer hållbarhet (varar längre) och ger en bättre känsla när man slår bollen. Ju hårdare racketen är, desto mer kraft går till bollen. EVA-gummi är det vanligaste gummit i padelracketar. En mjukare version av EVA-gummi har nu också lanserats på marknaden, detta är EVA Soft. Å andra sidan har du FOAM-gummit. Den här typen av gummi är mjuk och har kortare livslängd, men har en större känsla för bollen och har en större absorption av vibrationer jämfört med EVA-gummi. Mjukare racketar har dock högre utgångshastighet för bollen vid lägre bollhastighet, vilket skapar en trampolineffekt. VAR OBS! Racketar reagerar på temperaturen. Ju varmare väder, desto mjukare blir racketen. Därför är det också viktigt när du väljer racket vid vilken temperatur du spelar. Kalla temperaturer kräver ett mjukare racket eftersom det blir hårdare på grund av temperaturen. Om du spelar med ett mjukt racket i varmt väder (mer än 20 grader) blir racketen för mjuk och du tappar kontrollen över bollen. 5.BALANS Balans ger mer eller mindre kontroll Bladets balans hänvisar till den punkt där bladets vikt är koncentrerad. Det finns tre typer av balanser: hög, centrerad och botten. En hög balans gör att vikten koncentreras närmare racketens huvud, denna balans ger mer kraft. Hög balans är vanligt med diamantformade blad. Med en centrerad balans ligger vikten i mittområdet (mellan bladets huvud och ditt grepp). Denna balans ger mer kontroll och bättre manövrerbarhet. Denna form av balans uppstår vanligtvis med droppformade blad, men det förekommer ibland även i runda modeller. När balansen är låg koncentreras vikten nära handtaget på racketen, vilket ger stor kontroll och hanterbarhet. Speciellt runda toppar har denna typ av balans. 6. TJOCKHET Spela inte för tunn! Ju tunnare grepp, desto mer kommer du att klämma. Ett padelracket har ingen greppstorlek, men när du skakar racketen måste ditt lillfinger kunna komma emellan. Kvinnor har 0-1 övergrepp, män 1-3 övergrepp. Enligt reglerna får själva racketen inte vara tjockare än 38 millimeter, detta är också den vanligaste tjockleken. 7. YTTERLIGARE MATERIAL När du tittar på ramen ger en styv ram mer kontroll på bollen (mindre avvikelse, så mer precision). Ett exempel på en styv ram är en hel kolfiberram. En stel ram håller också längre. Vill du ha mer grepp om bollen? Då är det bäst att välja ett racket med struktur på huvudet. Tänk på en Black Crown Piton 2 eller en riktigt inbakad struktur som Starvie Dronos eller Metheora. Detta ger dig mer grepp om bollen och du kan skära och kontrollera bollen mer. Detta är också trevligare för smashen från buren eftersom du kan ge mer snurr på bollen. Har du också känsliga armar? Då rekommenderar vi att du köper Noene Undergrip. Detta lägre grepp ger 92 % mindre vibrationer, vilket resulterar i mindre trötthet och mindre risk för skador. 8. FREKVENS Innan du köper en (ny) racket, fråga dig själv hur ofta du planerar att spela. Planerar du att bara paddla ibland? Fundera sedan på hur mycket pengar du vill lägga på det. Å andra sidan, kan du hittas på padelbanan flera gånger i veckan? Då kan det vara bättre att investera mer pengar och satsa på ett racket med EVA-gummi. Dessa racketar är slitstarka och håller därför längre. 9. PRIS Priserna på ett racket skiljer sig enormt. Ett racket lämpligt för nybörjare kostar cirka 80 euro, men ett racket för de riktiga proffsen kan kosta 400 till 500 euro! Priset kommer därför alltid att påverka köpet av ett nytt racket. Bland annat måste man ta hänsyn till ett rackets hållbarhet. När ett nytt racket för närvarande är till priset men kommer att hålla länge är det en bra investering för senare. Har du precis börjat med padel? Då är det smart att först köpa ett billigare racket för nybörjare. 10. TITTA PÅ RECENSIONEN Vill du vara säker på om racketen du har valt verkligen är som du har blivit tillsagd? Gå online och läs olika recensioner. Användare som redan har köpt racketen är din bästa vän, genom att läsa om deras erfarenheter vet du ungefär vad du kan förvänta dig när du köper ett nytt racket. PROVA INNAN DU KÖPER Innan du faktiskt köper ett nytt racket rekommenderar vi att du provar det först så att du vet att du gör rätt val. Det är bäst för dig att avgöra om ett racket passar dig eller inte, men du måste prova det först. Besök ett av våra torg och fråga PadelShop.com-butiken om råd och om du kan prova racketen. Våra medarbetare kan även kontrollera om racketen passar ditt slag och dina tekniska färdigheter.
8 TIPS FÖR NÄR DU SPELAR MOT EN BÄTTRE MOTSTANDARE
Vi har alla upplevt det, du kliver in på planen och motståndaren visar sig vara nästan ett proffs. Men när en motståndare är bättre betyder det inte direkt att du och din partner inte har någon chans. Så hur säkerställer du att du spelar ett bra spel och att du även fortsätter att ha kul i ett till synes svårt spel? Vi har återigen listat ett antal tips som bör hjälpa dig när du spelar mot en bättre motståndare. GE INTE UPP! När du spelar mot en bättre motståndare kan du tänka på att ge upp. Du kanske tror att chanserna att vinna är små ändå, så varför bry sig? Väldigt enkelt, en match kan alltid gå åt båda hållen. Det är inte säkert att en bättre motståndare också vinner. Därför är det viktigt att alltid ge allt. Att spela mot en bättre motståndare är dessutom en bra övning. Du kan alltid lära dig mycket av någon som är bättre än dig. KOM I TID Se till att du kommer i tid med din partner. Genom att vara på plats tidigare är chansen stor att det fortfarande finns en ledig bana så att du kan värma upp i förväg. Du kan också använda den extra tiden till att diskutera strategin med din partner. På så sätt är du optimalt förberedd för tävlingen. GÅ TILLBAKA I TIDEN Det är förmodligen inte första gången du spelar mot en motståndare som är bättre än dig. Så gå tillbaka i tiden och analysera den senaste matchen där du spelade mot en bättre motståndare. Försök komma ihåg vad som gick fel i den matchen och vad som gick rätt. Du kan använda den här erfarenheten för att se till att du inte gör samma misstag som du gjorde då. ANALYSE DIN MOTSTANDENS STYRKER OCH SVAGHETER Från det ögonblick du är på banan måste du börja analysera motståndaren. Detta gör du så att du tar reda på motståndarens styrkor och svagheter. När du förstår vad dessa punkter är kan du förutse dem. Tillsammans med din partner måste du komma på en strategi där du försöker undvika motståndarens starka sidor så mycket som möjligt och istället leta upp de svagare punkter. TIPS: Slutade din match tidigare och väntar du på nästa motståndare? Kolla sedan in de andra matcherna, det här är den bästa chansen att analysera dina potentiella nya motståndare innan matchen. Sätt MÅL Före eller under en match är det användbart att sätta upp mål. Att sätta upp mål ger extra motivation. Dessa mål kan vara väldigt olika varandra. Det kan relatera till det minsta antal poäng du vill få för att erövra nettopositionen under en viss tid. Fundera över vilka mål som är realistiska och sträva efter att uppnå dessa mål. BEHÅLL DITT FOKUS Under en tävling har du alltid ett ögonblick när din koncentration minskar. En bättre motståndare kan dock omedelbart använda detta och få poäng. Se därför till att spela med full koncentration under hela matchen. SÄKRA ANSLUTNING Möjligheterna är att om motståndarna är medvetna om att de är bättre än du och din partner kommer de att spela mindre intensivt. De räknar redan med att de kommer att gå ut som vinnare av tävlingen. Detta är dock inte säkert, så se till att du har en maximal insats så att du har en chans att knyta an till motståndaren från matchens början. På så sätt måste motståndaren öka sin egen intensitet igen, men detta är svårt att anpassa under en match. FÖLJ POSITIV Se till att du är positiv. Det kan hända att matchen inte går som man skulle vilja. Det är dock ingen idé att bli sur/arg över detta. Genom att vara positiv fortsätter du att motivera dig själv att fortsätta och få ut det bästa av dig och din partner. Dessutom är varje match ett läromedel, så se det inte som en förlust utan som en bra erfarenhet som du kan använda i framtiden.
3 TIPS FÖR BÄTTRE FÖRSVAR
Du spelar en padelmatch för skojs skull, men också i hemlighet för att vinna. Men du vinner inte bara. Motståndaren kommer också att göra allt för att kliva av banan som vinnare. Av vinstviljan väljer man snabbt anfallet, men ibland är det smartare att fokusera på sitt försvar. Försvar och kontroll är lika viktigt i padel. Om du har ordning på försvaret kan du stå emot din motståndare och skapa nya möjligheter för dig och din partner. Men hur skapar man kontroll och lugn samtidigt som man försvarar? Och hur gör man då om det till motstånd så att man kan styra matchen igen? Den här artikeln diskuterar de tre viktigaste faktorerna som är avgörande för ditt försvar och hur du kan förbättra det. HÅLLNING När du försvarar måste du kunna reagera snabbt och alert, så det är viktigt att ta en aktiv hållning. De flesta bollar du måste försvara kommer att vara låga och djupa. Se till att du kan reagera snabbt på motståndarens slag med både över- och underkroppen. Det gör du genom att hålla ditt racket framför dig och dina ben böjda. Genom att inta denna position ligger din kropp lågt i tyngdpunkten, så du kan snabbt ändra riktning och ge bollen kraft under rekylen. POSITIONERING En annan viktig punkt att vara uppmärksam på när du försvarar är din position på banan. Din defensiva position ska alltid vara bakom linjen, detta är försvarszonen. Viktigast av allt, se till att du aldrig försvarar dig i mitten av banan (övergångszon), detta är den sämsta möjliga platsen att försvara. Det beror på att motståndaren kan spela bollen vid dina fötter, vilket gör det mycket svårt för dig att slå tillbaka bollen. På bilden kan du se de olika zonerna i fältet och var försvarszonen ligger. FÖRSVARSPEL Som du vet finns det olika typer av slag i padel. När du försvarar måste du reagera på de olika slagen. Försvara en smash När du försvarar en smash måste du vara mycket uppmärksam på höjden på vilken motståndaren slår bollen. När bollen returneras i nivå med hans/hennes bröst, måste du hålla dig nära glaset bakom. Men när motståndaren slår bollen ovanför hans/hennes huvud måste du gå framåt, eftersom det finns en god chans att bollen studsar "långt" från glaset. Försvara en lob Hur du försvarar en lob beror på lobens placering. När loben är djup måste du låta den studsa, när loben kommer framför är det bäst att slå tillbaka den direkt. Försvara ett backspin Att försvara ett snurr är mycket svårt, dessa bollar kommer ofta att studsa direkt på marken efter att ha träffat den bakre väggen. För att slå tillbaka dessa bollar är det bäst att se till att din kontaktpunkt är framför dig, genom att böja benen så att du nästan är mot glaset. Håll dessutom ditt racket redo genom att dra det bakåt. TIPS: Försök att ändra hastigheten på dina slag för att överraska motståndaren.
