The Padel Guide

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Padel in 2026: The Sport, the Players, and the Gear Worth Having
Five years ago, padel was a sport most people in the UK, Australia, or the UAE had never heard of. Today, new courts are opening weekly in every major city... Read more...
Padel racket being taken out of a mocha COVR racket cover on court
5 Reasons Your Padel Racket Needs a Proper Cover (Not Just a Bag)
Most padel bags come with a dedicated racket compartment. It's padded, it zips shut, and it keeps your racket separate from your other kit. For most players, that's where the... Read more...
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Canvas vs Neoprene Padel Covers: Which One Should You Choose?
Walk into any padel shop or scroll any marketplace and you'll find dozens of racket covers. Most of them are neoprene. A few are canvas. A smaller number combine canvas... Read more...
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The Best Padel Gifts for Players Who Have Everything (2026 Gift Guide)
Buying a gift for a padel player should be easy. They're passionate, they play often, and they care about their gear. The challenge is that the best players already have... Read more...
Ginger COVR padel racket cover lying on a padel court with two balls
How to Protect Your Padel Racket: The Complete Guide (2026)
Your padel racket is your most important piece of equipment. It's also the most vulnerable. Whether you're commuting to the club on the Tube or throwing your kit into the... Read more...
Finding the Right Padel Shoes
Finding the Right Padel Shoes
Dynamic movement demands specialised shoes. This guide explains how hybrid soles and midfoot shanks deliver grip and stability, why cushioning tech like EVA, Gel and Zoom Air protect joints, and highlights... Read more...
Premier Padel 2026 Kick‑Off
Premier Padel 2026 Kick‑Off
The 2026 Premier Padel season is the biggest yet. With 26 tournaments across 18 countries, fresh stops in London, Pretoria and Valencia, and a new Star Point scoring system after two deuces,... Read more...
Padel in Bali: Top Clubs & Courts to Play and Meet Fellow Enthusiasts
Padel in Bali: Top Clubs & Courts to Play and Meet Fellow Enthusiasts
Bali has embraced padel with beachfront courts and indoor clubs. Learn where to play, how to book courts and meet fellow enthusiasts. See why the island’s combination of community vibes... Read more...
Padel Etiquette & Court Safety: Do’s and Don’ts for New Players
Padel Etiquette & Court Safety: Do’s and Don’ts for New Players
Padel is more fun when everyone respects the rules—both on and off the court. This post covers simple etiquette, from waiting between points to calling lines, and shares safety advice... Read more...
Choosing Your First Padel Racket: Shapes, Balance & Materials (2026 Guide)
Choosing Your First Padel Racket: Shapes, Balance & Materials (2026 Guide)
Your first padel racket sets the tone for your game. This 2026 guide compares shapes (round, teardrop, diamond), discusses materials like carbon fibre and graphene, and introduces innovative Weight & Balance systems... Read more...
How to Play Padel: Rules, Scoring & Using the Walls Like a Pro
How to Play Padel: Rules, Scoring & Using the Walls Like a Pro
Padel blends tennis and squash. In this beginner’s guide, discover how to serve underhand, rally using the side/back walls and keep score. Includes wall‑playing tips and footnotes from official rules. Read more...
Why You Need a Padel Racket Case: Protecting Your Investment
Why You Need a Padel Racket Case: Protecting Your Investment
Your racket is a high-performance piece of equipment. Learn how heat, humidity and transit damage wear it down, what to look for in a cover, and how COVR covers are... Read more...
2026 Padel Equipment Essentials: Rackets, Balls & Shoes for Beginners
2026 Padel Equipment Essentials: Rackets, Balls & Shoes for Beginners
2026 Padel Equipment Essentials: Rackets, Balls & Shoes for Beginners – Start your padel journey with the right gear. This post explains racket shapes and new technologies like carbon‑aluminized surfaces... Read more...
Padel vs. Pickleball: Court Size, Equipment & Rules Compared
Padel vs. Pickleball: Court Size, Equipment & Rules Compared
Padel vs. Pickleball: Court Size, Equipment & Rules Compared – Wondering whether padel or pickleball is right for you? Compare court dimensions (padel 66×33 ft vs. pickleball 44×20 ft), paddles... Read more...
What Is Padel? A Beginner’s Guide to the Fast‑Growing Racket Sport
What Is Padel? A Beginner’s Guide to the Fast‑Growing Racket Sport
What Is Padel? A Beginner’s Guide to the Fast‑Growing Racket Sport – Get to know padel: a fast‑paced, doubles‑only racket sport played on a smaller enclosed court. Learn the basics,... Read more...