Squash equipment on clearance
The squash equipment in the clearance section includes everything a player needs on the court: polycarbonate protective goggles, balls with point colours suitable for each level, grips and overgrips, strings, bags to carry your gear, headbands and wristbands to keep sweat out of your eyes and off your hands. The essentials for playing safely in the confined space of a court.
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Protective glasses, essential on an enclosed court
On a court measuring 9.75 metres by 6.40, two players share the same space and cross paths with every rally: the ball, small enough to enter the eye socket, and the opponent's racket come dangerously close to the face. Protective glasses with polycarbonate lenses can withstand these impacts; the worldwide federation mandates their use in doubles and in youth competitions, and they are strongly recommended for everyone. They should comply with a standard dedicated to racket sports, such as the American ASTM F803, fit snugly to avoid slipping, have an anti-fog treatment, and feature an adjustable strap instead of just simple arms.
Other clearance items
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Point blue, red, yellow or double yellow: which ball
The squash ball is hollow and needs to warm up to bounce: the point colour indicates its liveliness. The ball with a point blue, the largest and most bouncy, is used for beginners; the ball with a point red, slightly smaller, accompanies progression. The ball with a point yellow, of official size, bounces a bit more than the double yellow, the ball for competitions and professional circuits, which is very slow until it warms up. A beginner playing with a double yellow spends their time picking up a dead ball. In cold weather or on a poorly heated court, you move down to a livelier ball, and you always warm up the ball for a few minutes before counting points.
Grip, overgrip and stringing of the racket
The grip wrapped around the handle wears out with sweat: when it becomes smooth, the racket turns in the hand and the forearm compensates by tightening. The overgrip, thinner, is wrapped on top and is changed every few weeks for a regular player; it also helps to thicken a handle that is too thin for their hand. The squash stringing is thinner than tennis stringing: around 1.10 to 1.20 millimetres, it grips the ball better but breaks more quickly than a thicker gauge. A low tension gives power and comfort, while a high tension offers control. Since stringing loses tension over time, it should be replaced at least once a year, even if it hasn’t broken.
Bag, headbands and towel for a match
The bag for squash carries two rackets, with some models featuring an insulated compartment that protects the strings from temperature variations, and a separate airy pocket for damp items. Playing in an enclosed space quickly raises the temperature: the headband stops sweat from running into the eyes and glasses, while sweatbands catch it before it reaches the grip. A towel is kept handy for the ninety-second break that the rules allow between two games. These small accessories accompany a sport that began around 1830 at Harrow School in England, where students would hit a soft ball against the walls of the yard.
Frequently asked questions
Are regular glasses enough to play squash?
No, ordinary glasses can break upon impact with the ball and injure the eye. There are protective glasses with corrective lenses, or enveloping models that fit over certain frames.
How long does a squash ball last?
A ball eventually cracks, often at the junction of its two halves, after many hours of play. It also gradually loses its liveliness: it is replaced as soon as it shows a crack or no longer bounces normally when warm.
What equipment for a child starting squash?
Protective glasses in their size come first, as they are mandatory in youth competitions. You add a point blue ball, larger and livelier, or a mini-squash ball, along with a headband and a water bottle.
What is the purpose of a vibration dampener on a squash racket?
Placed between the strings, near the frame, the dampener reduces string vibrations and the sharp noise upon impact. Its effect on arm fatigue is modest: it mainly provides a softer hitting feel, appreciated by some players.
How do you clean your squash glasses?
Rinse them with lukewarm water after the match to remove sweat, then dry them with a microfiber cloth, without rubbing the anti-fog treated inside too hard. Stored in a hard case, they won’t get damaged at the bottom of the bag.
