Buying GuideChoosing a Beach Tennis Paddle
Weight, balance, core, grip. what actually matters, and a simple pick for your level.
For your first beach tennis paddle, choose a lighter, control-oriented model with an even balance and a comfortable grip. weight and power matter more as you advance. Paddles are solid and perforated (no strings), usually carbon or fibreglass with an EVA foam core, up to about 50 cm long per ITF specs.
The Five Things to Check.
1. Weight
Lighter paddles (control) are more forgiving and easier on the arm. heavier paddles add power for advanced players. Beginners should start light.
2. Balance
Even balance is the safe all-round choice; head-heavy adds power, head-light adds control and quick hands at the net.
3. Core & surface
EVA foam cores are standard; softer foam = control, firmer = power. Carbon faces are stiffer and more powerful than fibreglass.
4. Grip & comfort
It should feel secure in your hand. you play barefoot in the heat, so grip and vibration dampening matter.
5. Your level
Beginner: light, control, fibreglass, even balance. Intermediate: balanced carbon/fibreglass mix. Advanced: carbon, slightly head-heavy for power. See the full equipment guide.
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Common Questions.
A lighter, control-oriented paddle with an even balance and a comfortable grip. usually fibreglass with an EVA foam core. It is forgiving and easier on the arm while you learn.
No. beach tennis paddles are solid and perforated with no strings, made of carbon or fibreglass over a foam core, up to about 50 cm long.
Entry paddles start around $30-50, with mid-range and pro carbon paddles running $80-150+.
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