Padel rackets Wilson

Wilson takes up padel

Wilson, a historic American brand in racket and ball sports, has joined the padel craze, taking advantage of its global rise. It teamed up with Argentinian Fernando Belasteguín, a long-time world number one player, to develop the Bela range, from professional models to versions for leisure players and juniors. The brand also provides the official ball for the Premier Padel circuit.

Other brands

Padel rackets are also available by brand:

• Bullpadel.
• Nox.
• adidas.
• Head.
• Dunlop.
• Akkeron.
• Dropshot.

All rackets can be found on the rackets page.

Choosing your shape

The padel racket, solid and punctured with holes, comes in three shapes. The round shape, with a wide and low impact point, forgives mistakes and promotes control: it’s the shape for beginners and defenders. The diamond shape, with a high impact point, maximises the power of smashes, suitable for offensive and experienced players. The teardrop shape, sitting between the two, offers a versatile compromise, ideal for progression.

Weight, balance, and foam

The weight of a padel racket generally ranges from three hundred and fifty to three hundred and eighty grams: lighter ones are maneuverable, while heavier ones are powerful. A head-heavy balance provides power, while a handle-heavy balance allows for maneuverability. The inner foam, made of more or less firm EVA, influences the feel: soft foam offers easy ball release, while firm foam provides more precision. The carbon frame makes the racket lighter and stiffer.

Good deals

Good deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals display the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday in late autumn, the end-of-year holidays, winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Fernando Belasteguín, associated with the Bela range?

The Argentinian player Fernando Belasteguín, a long-time world number one player, is one of the legends of padel. He collaborated with Wilson to develop the Bela range, from professional models to leisure and junior versions.

Which Wilson racket to choose for starting padel?

A beginner should choose a light racket, with a round shape, a low balance, and soft foam. It offers a large hitting area and control and is easy on the arm during learning.

Hard or soft core: what impact does it have on the game?

A hard EVA core gives precision and power to experienced hitters but requires good technique. Softer foam returns the ball easily and absorbs vibrations, benefiting the elbow.

Should you protect the frame of your padel racket?

Yes: a protective strip attached to the top of the frame limits chips when rubbing against the ground or glass. It can be easily replaced when it wears out.

How to change the overgrip of a padel racket?

Remove the old one, then wrap the new one starting from the bottom of the handle, slightly stretching it, and overlapping each turn. Secure it at the top with the provided adhesive tape, and change it as soon as it starts to slip.