In this new column, we will help you choose your next racket. There are several parameters to take into account, today we will focus on the weight of it.

Usually the weight of a racquet for men oscillates around 370g. For women it will be between 350 and 360g.

The weight will influence the quality of your game and in particular the comfort and the sensations provided by the racket. You have several weights for a racket of Padel :

  • Less than 355g
  • Between 356g and 365g
  • Between 366g and 375g
  • And over 376g

Starvie racket Padel Weight

The differences between light rackets and heavy rackets?

If you want power, you will need to take a heavier racquet for more leverage. On the contrary, if you want more maneuverability, you will have to opt for a lighter racquet.

It is also important to keep in mind that too much weight for your body type will cause you injuries. There are other factors to consider, too big a handle, the wrong weight distribution for you, etc.

There are a number of factors to be aware of for choose your next racket. You have to know what type of game you want to offer. If you're not sure what to turn to yet, start with a balanced racket, with an intermediate weight (around 370g for men, 355g for women) and then see if you prefer to gain maneuverability and power!

 

source: Starvie

Alexis Dutour

Alexis Dutour is passionate about padel. With his training in communication and marketing, he puts his skills at the service of padel to offer us articles that are always very interesting.

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