9 June 2025
Moving from squash to padel? Choose a racket that balances your fast hands and attacking instincts with padel control and wall play.
What you need to know
- Squash players often bring quick reactions and compact swings, but padel requires more lobs, patience and controlled overheads.
- Avoid choosing an overly head-heavy racket purely for power when learning the different spacing and wall timing.
- A round or teardrop model with neutral balance offers manoeuvrability without sacrificing progression.
- Focus on soft hands, controlled depth and working with your partner rather than dominating every rally alone.
How to apply this in practice
Use specifications as a shortlist, not as the final answer. Compare how the racket moves through the air, how stable it feels on off-centre contact and whether you can maintain relaxed technique for an entire match. A practical test is more valuable than choosing from one headline feature.
Common mistakes to avoid
Avoid buying only on looks, price, professional endorsements or a single specification. A more advanced or expensive model is not automatically better for your technique or body.
Conclusion
Focus on soft hands, controlled depth and working with your partner rather than dominating every rally alone. Use this as a starting point, then adapt the advice to your level, playing style and physical comfort.
Explore the Orbit Padel racket collection or use our racket finder for personal guidance.
