Padel towels

Why use a padel towel?

In padel, despite everything this sport's detractors may say, you sweat a lot due to the short but intense movements, but also because points are often long. Your cardio is put to the test, and sweat can quickly become quite bothersome when playing. That is why it is essential to have a towel during your matches so you can dry yourself regularly. Whether it is sweat from your forehead running into your eyes, or from your arms reaching your hands, it is necessary to dry yourself during the match to avoid slipping or being hindered while playing.

When changing sides or even between points, having a towel can save your life and help you be more effective on court. During the summer (or not, depending on how much you sweat), it provides a better grip on the racket so you can play your shots without slipping, while also avoiding injuries such as slips on wet carpets or rackets flying out of your hand. 

Are all padel towels equal?

Many brands have developed padel accessories to tackle sweat. These often include padel caps (to shield you from the sun and stop sweat running down your face), padel wristbands and headbands. Every manufacturer has its own innovation, from the longer Nox wristbands to the many padel caps from Bullpadel that help you look as stylish as possible on and off the court. Each brand offers something different, but they all make quality accessories that are often very practical.

How should you properly care for a padel towel so that it lasts longer?

Several tips should be followed if you want to keep a padel towel for longer. First of all, taking it out of the bag after every match is essential so that it can breathe and release moisture. Next, it is advisable to wash it regularly, at a low temperature to avoid damaging it too much. The important thing is to do this quickly after your matches and not leave it in your padel bag for too long.