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Sure it’s a lot more fun to play on a beautiful day,
but if you only play when the weather is beautiful you may
miss half the season!
Part of playing in difficult conditions is being prepared.
We’ve made a list of what should be in your paddle bag,
so you don’t loose a match because you forgot your…….
- Visor or hat
- Sunglasses
- Grip
- Change of clothes
- Water
- Energy Bar
Toughest part of playing in the rain is the grip gets slippery
(especially if you haven’t changed it this season) we
always put on a new grip before every tournament.
Who said, “There’s no such thing as bad weather,
only the wrong clothing”. They are absolutely correct.
(But that’s a whole different article on dressing for
paddle!!)
But definitely a change of clothes should be in that bag
including extra socks! Even if it’s only to go home
in. Part of paddle is the socializing after the game, you
want to sit around for a while and chat about all the shots
that you got (especially if you won) And being damp and freezing
doesn’t lend it to chatting. You also want to keep your
muscles warm so you don’t tighten up; changing your
top is a must.
Mitt or glove. Again that will help to keep your grip dry
and your hands warm.
Sneakers with good tread. The theory of using your old tennis
sneakers because you don’t want to ruin your new sneakers
is old hat! New sneakers not only offer safety in inclement
weather, they also give you more support – paddle requires
a lot of footwork.
Check your paddle – if you haven’t upgraded
in the last 2 years, it’s time!! All the latest models
have extra grit, which will help the ball from sliding off
the face of your paddle.
Stay hydrated, just because it’s raining or snowing
doesn’t mean you’re not loosing fluids.
Lastly, an energy bar really helps to give you a quick boost
especially if you are going into a third set.
Don’t let the weather become another opponent. Be prepared
and let your opponents worry about it!.
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