If you live in South Africa, you know it’s hard to ignore the padel craze. It seems like everyone’s picked up a racket and embraced a tennis-core aesthetic that could put Maria Sharapova to shame.

Padel is currently the fastest growing sport in the world. It combines the best elements of tennis and squash to create a fast-paced, action-packed game that's as addictive as it is exhilarating.

But what makes padel so popular, you ask? Well, for starters, it's incredibly accessible. Unlike traditional tennis courts, padel courts are smaller and enclosed by glass walls, making it easier for beginners to pick up the game and master the basics. Plus, the shorter rallies and slower ball speeds mean less running and more time for strategic gameplay – a win-win for players of all skill levels.

But that's not all. Padel is also a social phenomenon, bringing people together from all walks of life. Whether you're playing doubles with friends or competing in a local tournament, padel is a sport that fosters camaraderie, teamwork, and good old-fashioned fun.

Having the right equipment is essential for success on the court. From high-performance rackets to durable balls and stylish apparel, the world of padel gear is vast and varied. Here are a few options we think you’d love, and here’s why you should subscribe instead of buy. 

Hard Hitters

With a 15k carbon surface and high performance EVA memory rubber, the Adipower 3.2 Padel Racket offers superior performance and power in all of your shots. Its dual exoskeleton covers the heart of the racket with carbon fibre to provide great rigidity and intense power, without adding a ton of weight.

Its round shape offers control on every shot, and the power embossed ridge provides greater stiffness. It also has carbon reinforcements intertwined throughout the structure for greater resistance to torsion, even in your most aggressive shots. This racket takes care of all the technical concerns so all you need to focus on is winning (and having fun, we guess). All this, for only R400 a month with a Rentoza subscription.

We’ve also got the Adidas Metalbone W Team Padel Racket, a performance-driven racket that integrates a unique design and high-performance features such as EVA soft performance rubber combined with a fibreglass surface for an effective and comfortable serve. 

Spin blade technology and structural reinforcement help increase the racket’s overall resistance, even in high torque shots. The racket features an octagonal structure technology that offers increased power in all your attacking shots. 

You’ll rule the court with this trusty sidekick. And it’s only R370 a month with a Rentoza subscription. Score (or whatever they say when you get a point in padel)!

Subscription is the Way

Not sure if you’ll enjoy padel? There’s no need to commit fully to something without knowing if it’s for you. Remember, commitment is messy. That’s why we’ve got padel rackets that you can subscribe to. 

With our selection of padel gear, you have access to top quality at prices you can actually afford. Think about it. Padel rackets can cost R1000 and more. That’s a lot of dough for something you might not even enjoy. Plus, you might not have that cash on hand right now or the ability to pay for it on credit. With our subscriptions, you simply pay small, affordable month-on-month payments through our non-credit process. 

Another great benefit of subscribing instead of buying is that it gives you the freedom to experiment. Subscribe for a few months while you learn how to play padel and see if it’s something you actually like doing. If you do, that’s great! If not, no stress. You can change your subscription at any time. This way, you don’t have to keep paying for something you’re not using. You can find something new that interests you more. 

Commitment is messy. Just Rentoza it.