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Behind the Scene on the Sand
If you're a traditional tennis player, you may feel inclined to bring a racket to the sandy beach, as it may feel familiar to you on a normal court. However, unlike tennis rackets, a beach paddle lacks strings, which alters the fundamental laws of physics. When the game is as fast and explosive as beach tennis, strings are useless.
The biggest difference is the absence of strings.
By employing a string bed, traditional tennis rackets are able to provide a trampoline effect. Beach tennis paddles do not have a string bed, as they are made of a solid frame that is usually comprised of carbon fiber or fiberglass. Beach tennis paddles have an EVA foam core. The EVA foam core is the “engine” of the paddle. EVA foam absorbs the shock of the ball and controls its rebound. One of my favorite examples is the study in which professional players were asked to test and rank different foam densities, and the results were incredibly illuminating. High-density EVA foam paddles were, in both the players’ and my opinion, much more stable during powerful overhead smashes than the more flexible carbon fiber or fiberglass rackets. Beach tennis is also characterized by the paddle’s solid-stated construction.
Aerodynamics and the Role of Surface Grit
Analyzing the design of a beach tennis paddle, one would find numerous holes on the paddle face and a rough surface. These holes and the rough design primarily serve functional purposes. The holes reduce drag caused by the wind and the surface grit is necessary for providing the paddle with grip on the deflated ball. The design of a beach tennis paddle is also an advantage to the player by providing the paddle with the ability to serve the ball. The design of a beach paddle utilizes surface holes to prevent the paddle from acting as a sail and impeding the player.
Strategic Weight Distribution and Impact Absorption
Regular tennis rackets are longer and have a head light or head heavy balance to improve ground strokes. Beach tennis paddles are shorter (about fifty centimeters) to improve the player’s ability to control the paddle. The design of beach paddles ensures that the center of the impact from the player is situated at the center of the ball’s surface. This helps to absorb the impact of the ball. The design of the best paddles utilizes a carbon fiber wrap that extends to the handle to inhibit the transmission of the ball. This is important due to the high impact of a sand surface.
Balancing Technical Standards and Commercial Considerations
The increase in demand for specially designed beach tennis equipment has correlated with the performance and durability expectations of an expanding global market. Quality carbon fiber paddles are a worthwhile long-term investment when compared to traditional rackets, which require constant restringing. From a commercial standpoint, much of the value for wholesalers and brand owners lies in the customizable options that gear materials present. The current demand for premium carbon fiber finishes, such as 12K and 18K, signifies a market with high and relatively sophisticated demand. Sophisticated consumers in North America and Europe often demand high technical specifications to match those expected of professional athletes. It has become the market entrance requirement and the minimum standard to provide gear with high technical performance to consumers that are increasingly sophisticated.
Perfection in manufacturing combines quality materials and a thorough comprehension of the manufacturing process. For Taspo. the key is creating options through master craft and product shaping. We combine old school paddles craft expertise with innovative engineering innovation. Taspo utilizes advanced materials like 3K carbon fiber and specialty EVA foams. It is these combinations that allow Taspo to surpass the USAPA standards for paddle craft quality and performance. From mass production of a global product line to custom one of a kind orders for high performance prototypes, Taspo takes pride in ensuring quality craftsmanship. Expert management of an intricate, global supply chain is the defining mark of Taspo’s competitive edge in the industry. Conveniently, Taspo is that specialty producer.
Selecting Your Ideal Paddle
It is more than just equipment that contributes to the variability that exists within the various disciplines and sub-disciplines of activities. Different sports cater to the different requirements and needs of various sub-disciplines. The nature of the sport itself calls for gear that is structured to withstand salt and sand, and intensive high-speed air conduct. The value of going with a paddle designed with specific materials and aerodynamic specifications goes beyond the tool itself. It is all about the improvement. This applies even more so if your interest goes beyond the sport itself and into the realm of high-end equipment. The optimal paddle can be the single most influential factor that positively affects your game from being an average one to a world class one.