Beach tennis rackets: Features and materials

Beach tennis is an increasingly popular racket sport. Its dynamism and the fact that it is played on sand make it a very attractive sport especially in times when the weather is great, such as in summer. Among its particularities, the type of racket used has conditions adapted to the sport. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at the features and materials used in a beach tennis racket.

The beach tennis racket has an elongated shape. Its shape reminds us of a tennis racket because of its oval body, but its compact composition is more similar to that of a padel racket. In fact, the materials it is made of are in many cases the same as those used in padel. They also have holes in the surface, although their arrangement is much more varied and depends on the type of racket.

What do the regulations state?

But what does a beach tennis racket have to be like and what are the rules? The International Tennis Federation (ITF) sets the conditions. The ITF limits the dimensions of a beach tennis racket to 50 centimetres long, 26 centimetres wide and 38 millimetres thick. The truth is that in terms of thickness, the current models of rackets are usually approximately 20 millimetres thick.

How to choose a beach tennis racket?

Now that we know what a beach tennis racket looks like in terms of shape, let's focus on the components. This way, it will be easier to decide which racket is ideal for each player.

The materials that make up a racket are decisive in its behaviour. Beach tennis rackets, as in padel, are usually made of rubber on the inside and some kind of fibre on the surface. In this section, it is important to look at the rigidity of the compounds. The more rigid they are, the more capacity the racket will have for powerful shots. On the other hand, the more flexible ones will offer a better ball output.

The balance of the racket is another aspect to keep in mind. The balance is the point where the weights are balanced. Its position is a determining factor in the way the racket responds to different shots. The rackets with a balance in a centred position or close to the handle allow for easier handling. They are the best option for mastering all types of strokes and for players in the process of growing in the game. The balance in the upper part of the racket guarantees a greater ability to achieve powerful shots.

These are the aspects that mainly determine the behaviour of all beach tennis rackets. Apart from that, there are technologies that reinforce specific characteristics. And, of course, there are other criteria to take into account such as the design or the price of the racket.

With all this information, now you know what a beach tennis racket is like and what you should look for when buying a new one.