Kuikma Kinder Padelschläger - PR Fun 5 bis 8 Jahre blau/gelb

The Kuikma PR100 is a racket specifically designed for children aged 5 to 8 years. It is ultra-lightweight and soft to reduce vibrations. The round shape and grip-oriented balance provide control. The surface is made of fiberglass and features a Full EVA Concept inner core, which offers a larger sweet spot for greater forgiveness on off-center hits. Weighing approximately 265 grams, it ensures comfort.

Padel originated in Mexico in the late 1960s and quickly spread to Spain and Argentina, as well as to all Spanish-speaking countries in South America. Currently, padel is the second most practiced sport in Spain, behind football and ahead of tennis. There are 8 million players worldwide. Padel is played in doubles (two against two). Two balls are allowed for the serve, which is executed underhand and diagonally. A bounce is permitted, and the ball must hit the ground before touching any part of the court. A ball can be hit against a wall after the bounce, but not against the grid. The ball can also bounce out of the court and be caught outside. The scoring system is the same as in tennis.

Beginners should use special starter balls that are softer and slower, making it easier to learn the trajectories. Special shoes prevent slipping on padel courts, which are mostly made of artificial grass or sand. Taking lessons can save time and help mimic movements familiar from tennis or squash.

The racket is an exclusive innovation from Decathlon. It is made from a single piece of EVA foam, with the hitting surface coated in composite fibers. The expanded EVA foam area increases the sweet spot of the hitting surface, optimizing error tolerance for better ball control.