Court notes The Journal
Buying guides, rules, technique and what is happening on padel courts around South Africa.
Best Padel Balls in South Africa (and How Long They Last)
Padel balls vs tennis balls, pressurised vs pressureless, how long they last and the balls we recommend.
Round vs Teardrop vs Diamond: Padel Racket Shapes Explained
How round, teardrop and diamond padel rackets differ in control, power and sweet spot, and how to choose the right…
Padel vs Tennis: The Key Differences Explained
How padel and tennis differ, from the court and racket to the serve, walls and scoring, plus the gear you…
How Long Does a Padel Racket Last? Care Tips and Accessories
How long a padel racket lasts, the signs it needs replacing, what damages rackets in South African conditions and the…
Padel Rules for Beginners: Serving, Scoring and the Walls
New to padel? The court, how to serve, how scoring works and how to play off the walls, explained simply…
Padel Shoes vs Tennis and Running Shoes: What to Wear on Court
Why running shoes slip on padel courts, how padel shoes differ from tennis shoes, and how to choose the right…
Best Padel Rackets for Beginners in South Africa
What to look for in your first padel racket, how much to spend in South Africa, and the beginner rackets…
How to Choose a Padel Racket: Round, Teardrop or Diamond?
Round, teardrop or diamond? How padel racket shape, weight, face material and core affect your game, and how to choose…
Padel in South Africa: The Fastest-Growing Social Sport You’ll Actually Stick With
What Is Padel (and Why Is SA Obsessed)? Padel blends the best parts of tennis and squash: a smaller court,…
Tristorm Lite: The Sweet-Spot Specialist for New & Improving Padel Players
Start Right. Improve Fast. Choosing your first or second padel bat can make or break your learning curve. The Tristorm…
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