Split into mandatory basic gear, optional comfort gear, and court facility equipment for clubs.

1. Must-have essential items to play padel

① Padel Racket (Most important)

Totally different from tennis rackets: solid frame, no string bed, small oval shape.

Material: Carbon fiber / carbon fiber + fiberglass (beginners pick mixed material; advanced full carbon)

Weight range: 330–385g

Surface: textured face to generate spin

Tips for new players: Choose medium weight, soft frame for easier control and less arm strain.

② Padel Balls

Not standard tennis balls: smaller internal pressure, softer bounce, slower speed.

Official matches: pressurized padel-specific balls

Casual play: can use low-pressure tennis balls temporarily, but dedicated padel balls are far better.

Pack sizes: 3 balls / 12 balls per tube.

③ Proper Sports Footwear (Padel / Tennis Shoes)

Ordinary running shoes are unsuitable.

Features required:

Flat, non-marking rubber sole (prevents scuffing artificial turf courts)

Great lateral grip & side support (padel involves lots of quick side steps, pivots, stops)

Cushioning for frequent short sprints.

④ Sports Apparel

Breathable quick-dry T-shirt / polo shirt

Sports shorts / tennis skirt

Sports socks (thick sweat-wicking athletic socks to avoid blisters)

⑤ Racket Wrist Strap (Mandatory for official matches)

Rules (2026 FIP updated):

You must attach the cord to your wrist during play. If the racket slips out without the strap fastened, you lose the point.

Prevents the racket from flying off when swinging hard.

2. Optional gear (for comfort, performance & protection)

Sweatbands (wrist/headband): Absorb sweat, stop sweat dripping into eyes and hands

Sports cap / visor: Block sunlight for outdoor courts

Prescription sports goggles: For people with poor eyesight; also protect eyes from flying balls

Grip tape / overgrip: Replace worn racket handles, anti-slip and sweat-proof; replace regularly

Racket bag: Store racket, balls, shoes, clothes together; protects rackets from sun damage

Knee braces / ankle supports: For players with weak joints, reduce injury risk

Water bottle: Outdoor games get hot, hydration is essential

Sun cream: Strong UV protection for outdoor padel courts

3. Club / Venue full court equipment (for owners buying padel courts)

If you run a padel club and need full supporting supplies:

1. Complete padel court set (steel frame, tempered glass walls, artificial turf, dividing net, LED lighting)

2. Spare padel balls in bulk

3. Rental rackets for customers

4. Scoreboards

5. First-aid kit

6. Bench, storage cabinets

7. Windproof sun roof (outdoor courts)

8. Court cleaning tools

Quick Beginner Pack Checklist

1 padel racket + wrist cord

1 tube padel balls

Padel sports shoes

Quick-dry sportswear

Overgrip (spare)

Water bottle

Small difference reminder

No need for tennis-style vibration dampeners; padel rackets do not fit them.