1HEAD Padel Pro+ balls
Padel balls lose their bounce fast, and keen players open a new tin most weeks. HEAD's Pro+ balls have a core designed to hold their pressure for longer and a hard-wearing felt, so a tin lasts more sessions. They're the official ball of the Spanish Padel Federation.
Pros
- Holds pressure for longer.
- Hard-wearing felt.
- Official Spanish federation ball.
Cons
- Balls go flat within weeks of opening.
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2HEAD Pro X padel bag L
A proper padel bag keeps rackets safe from hot car boots and gives sweaty shoes their own space. HEAD's Pro X holds up to six rackets across two compartments, with climate control lining to protect them from heat and cold, and a separate shoe compartment.
Pros
- Holds up to six rackets.
- Lining protects rackets from heat.
- Separate shoe compartment.
Cons
- Large if they only own one racket.
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3HEAD Antishock Skin padel protector
Padel rackets take a beating off the glass and the floor, and chips in the frame shorten their life. HEAD's Antishock Skin protects the racket from knocks and scratches, and at 6 grams it won't change the balance they're used to.
Pros
- Protects the frame from knocks.
- Only 6 grams.
- Keeps the racket's balance.
Cons
- Fitting it neatly takes a steady hand.
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4HEAD Xtremesoft overgrip
Padel is played in summer heat, and a sweaty grip means mishits. HEAD's Xtremesoft is a tacky, perforated overgrip that soaks up sweat and lets the handle breathe, so the racket stays secure in the hand. Most players change their grip often, so spares never go to waste.
Pros
- Tacky, secure feel.
- Perforated to stay dry.
- Always useful.
Cons
- A small gift, so it's best paired with balls.
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5The Padel Player's Guide by Sandy Farquharson
This is a practical guide to getting better at padel, written by the founder of The Padel School. It covers technique, tactics, positioning and match play, and explains why certain shots and choices work. Each chapter ends with exercises, so it suits a player who has caught the bug and wants to improve.
Pros
- Written by a well-known padel coach.
- Covers tactics as well as technique.
- Exercises at the end of each chapter.
Cons
- Advanced players may know much of it.
- Some drills need a partner.
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What to buy someone who loves padel
Padel players are usually loyal to a racket they chose carefully, so don't replace it. The best gifts for padel players are balls, grips and protection they'll use every week. A good bag makes a bigger gift. Balls are always welcome because they go flat quickly.
How we picked these gifts for padel players
We picked each product for what padel players enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.
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