Padel Equipment Maintenance: Make Your Gear Last Longer

Racket Care

A quality padel racket is a significant investment. With proper care, you can extend its lifespan and maintain peak performance.

Storage

• Use a padded cover - Protects against bumps and temperature extremes
• Avoid car trunks - Heat damages the core and can warp the frame
• Store at room temperature - Extreme cold can make carbon brittle
• Keep away from moisture - Humidity can affect grip and frame adhesives

Cleaning

• Wipe the face with a damp cloth after play
• Clean the grip area to remove salt from sweat
• Use rubbing alcohol for stubborn ball marks
• Never submerge your racket in water

Frame Protection

Apply protector tape to the frame edge immediately after purchase. This prevents damage from wall and floor contact - the most common cause of racket death.

Overgrip Replacement

Replace your overgrip every 15-20 hours of play, or whenever it feels slippery. A worn grip leads to over-gripping, which causes arm fatigue and loss of control.

Shoe Maintenance

• Air them out after every session to prevent odor buildup
• Rotate pairs if you play frequently - allows cushioning to recover
• Clean outsoles to remove debris that reduces grip
• Replace insoles when cushioning feels flat

Ball Care

Pressurized balls lose bounce over time. For practice, invest in a ball pressurizer to extend their life. Store unused balls in their sealed container until needed.