Choosing Your Racquet

    Understand the key differences in materials to find the paddle that best suits your style and level.

    Need help choosing the right racquet?

    Here are some basic details but lets us know if you need help understanding your game.

    Fiberglass Racquets
    Fiberglass Racquets

    The most common and affordable option, perfect for beginners and intermediate players. Fiberglass racquets are flexible, providing excellent comfort and a larger sweet spot, which makes it easier to get the ball over the net with good power.

    • Softer, more flexible
    • Provides more control and comfort, absorbs shock better
    • Good for beginners
    • Affordable
    Carbon Fiber Racquets
    Carbon Fiber Racquets

    Favored by intermediate to advanced players. Carbon fiber makes racquets lighter, stiffer, and more powerful. This provides greater control, precision, and velocity on your shots, but with a smaller sweet spot and less forgiveness on off-center hits.

    • Stiffer and lighter than fiberglass
    • Generates more power and precision, but less forgiving on off-center hits
    • More durable and a bit more expensive
    Kevlar
    Kevlar

    The premium choice for serious competitors. Blending Kevlar with carbon fiber adds vibration dampening, improving comfort and reducing the risk of tennis elbow. These racquets offer the best combination of power, control, and feel.

    • Strong, shock-absorbing, very durable
    • Good balance of power + comfort
    • More premium option
    Graphene
    Graphene

    The premium choice for serious competitors. Blending Kevlar with carbon fiber adds vibration dampening, improving comfort and reducing the risk of tennis elbow. These racquets offer the best combination of power, control, and feel.

    • Ultra-light and stiff, often used in high-end racquets
    • Excellent power-to-control ratio
    • Typically the most expensive

    Material Comparison

    A quick look at how the materials stack up.

    MaterialPowerControlComfortDurabilityPrice
    FiberglassMedium-HighMediumHighGood$-$$
    Carbon FiberHighHighMediumExcellent$$-$$$
    Kevlar & CarbonVery HighVery HighExcellentSuperior$$$-$$$$

    Recommended gear & Shop for your Beach Tennis in Melbourne

    Bringing you the best beach tennis gear at the best prices. We only stock products we would use ourselves, and we source them directly from the distributor to ensure you get the best deal.

    Filter by Category

    Nox NG17 2025 model By Nicolas Gianotti beach tennis racket

    Nox NG17 2025 model By Nicolas Gianotti beach tennis racket

    $319 AUD
    Australia Stock - 7 days delivery guarantee | Free Local Pickup Melbourne

    view details

    V10 Luxury 2025 beach tennis racket. Veronica Casadei's racket

    V10 Luxury 2025 beach tennis racket. Veronica Casadei's racket

    $319 AUD
    Australia Stock - 7 days delivery guarantee | Free Local Pickup Melbourne

    view details

    ML10 PRO CUP 2025 Beach tennis racket

    ML10 PRO CUP 2025 Beach tennis racket

    $369 AUD
    Best Price guarantee

    view details

    Anti Slip Racket Grip - Pack of 4

    Anti Slip Racket Grip - Pack of 4

    $19 AUD
    Australia Stock - 7 days delivery guarantee | Free Local Pickup Melbourne

    view details

    Beach Shoes- Unisex Lover's Edition

    Beach Shoes- Unisex Lover's Edition

    $15 AUD
    Best Price guarantee

    view details

    Beach Shoes- Pink Edition

    Beach Shoes- Pink Edition

    $15 AUD
    Best Price guarantee

    view details

    In Short

    Materials = what the racquet is made of (fiberglass, carbon, kevlar, EVA core).
    Types= the category or playing style the racquet is designed for (beginner, intermediate, pro, control, power, balanced).

    Not sure which racquet is right for you? Contact us today and we'll help you find the perfect fit for your style and level of play — whether you're looking for more power, control, or a balanced option.

    © Copyright 2026 | Skilled Programmers Pty Ltd