Beginner Pick Guide for Pickle Races (Part 1)

Beginner Pick Guide for Pickle Races (Part 1): Starting with Core Parameters

Pickball, as an emerging sport, has high adaptability requirements for equipment. When beginners choose a racket, the following five key parameters should be given priority attention:

1. Material determines performance ceiling

At present, the mainstream body materials on the market are divided into three categories: glass fiber (about RMB 200-400), carbon fiber (RMB 400-800), and aramid fiber (over RMB 800). Glass fiber racket has moderate elasticity and high fault tolerance, suitable for enthusiasts with less strength; Carbon fiber racket has better power transmission performance and requires certain swing skills; High end aramid fiber swatches are more suitable for professional players. It is recommended that beginners choose carbon fiber composite materials to strike a balance between performance and price.

2. Weight affects the handling experience

The weight of adult photography is concentrated in the range of 200-260 grams. Strength oriented players can choose a heavy racket weighing 220-240 grams to enhance their hitting power, while female or skilled players are suitable for a light tap weighing 200-220 grams. It is worth noting that a racket that is too light (<190 grams) actually requires a larger swing amplitude to generate sufficient kinetic energy.

3. The grip size matches the hand shape

The mainstream grip circumference is between 10-12 centimeters. You can choose through a simple test: when holding the handle, there should be a gap of about 1 centimeter between the tip of the middle finger and the base of the palm. Thick grip can cause wrist fatigue, and excessive grip can affect ball control accuracy. Suggest holding different sizes of handles in physical stores.

4. The shape of the surface affects the sweet area

The sweet zone (best hitting area) of the standard racket face (16x8 inches) accounts for about 40% of the racket face, while the wide body racket (17x8.5 inches) can increase to 55%. But expanding the sweet zone will sacrifice some control. It is recommended that beginners choose wide body shooting surfaces, which can increase fault tolerance by more than 30%.

5. The balance point determines the swing feeling

Head heavy (balance point distance from the end of the racket handle>25cm) is suitable for bottom line play, while head light (<23cm) is conducive to interception in front of the net. Newcomers are advised to choose the balanced type (23-25cm), which can adapt to various tactical needs.

It is recommended to keep the budget within RMB 500, with a focus on the material and weight parameters of the camera, and choose entry-level models from well-known brands such as Selkirk SLK and Paddletek Phoenix. These products are usually tested by professional players and can provide reliable basic performance.