Long story. Back in Feb 2025 I was taken to a padel club by my friends who have been playing for some months. That was my 1st time ever inside a padel court. As I was the only one who didn't have a padel racket, I had option of either renting from the court or buying a new one that the court was selling. There were few different rackets out of which I liked the feel of the grip and weight of this one. I had no knowledge about rackets. The court seller said all rackets were at a heavy discount. I got this one for US $45/- brand new.
Since then I have been playing with it. Last 5 to 6 months I have been playing twice weekly for about 1.5 hours each time. This has improved my game tremendously to the point that last evening game was the most satisfying one. Since the last purchase I have learned that rackets come in different categories such a beginner, intermediate, advanced etc. I assumed my racket was the base beginner one as the price I got was way low compared to other rackets in the market.
While searching for an intermediate racket I happened to Google my racket. I was very surprised to learn that this is an advanced level racket. Now I am thinking that my learning curve was slow as I wasn't using the correct racket for my calibre.
Is this actually an advanced level racket?
Should I continue with this or buy an intermediate racket? I have been reading about Head Extreme Motion 2025 which seems to be ideal for intermediates like me.
Any other rackets suggestions and website links from where I can purchase. I can get it shipped to me through my shop and ship account in many EU countries, Australia, UK and USA.
Thanks for the replies.