Congratulations, you are no longer a rookie Beach Tennis Baller! As Major Payne would say, “From this moment, you are no longer turds. You have graduated to maggots!”
And as someone befitting your rank, you need a proper weapon to wield. In this article we will delve into the best beach tennis rackets for intermediate players. But pay attention to the specifics! Intermediate play is a wide spectrum, and the best tool for someone on one end of the spectrum may not be the best for someone on the other. To further read up on how to choose the best paddle for you check out “How To Choose Your Perfect Beach Tennis Racket. What You Need To Know.”
5) Adidas Metalbone Team H24 Beach Tennis Racket
Skill Level: True Intermediate
You know Adidas, we all know Adidas. They create some of the best sporting equipment out there, and their beach tennis rackets are no exception. Their Maetalbone Team H24 is an fantastic intermediate racket composed of some carbon fiber but primarily fiberglass. So if you enjoy playing with the more elastic material that provides a softer touch and helps minimize mistakes, this may be your racket. This model has an octagonal structure and reinforced structural integrity. This helps strengthen the racket and makes it ideal for aggressive players. It also has a rough surface and “Spin Blade” technology, which increases the effect of your spin and blows.
4) Drop Shot Power Pro
Skill Level – True Intermediate
The Drop Shot Power Pro is a powerfully unique racket and an excellent choice for intermediate players. It is a pure carbon fiber racket but utilizes EVA Elastum Memory Foam and 3K Cork Rebound Technology to minimize impact and provide great elasticity. This means that it provides all of the power and control of a pure carbon fiber racket, while also allowing much of the elasticity you would otherwise get with a fiberglass racket. High tech and high performance.
3) Shark Pro One
Skill Level: True Intermediate
The Shark Pro One is the perfect blend of carbon fiber and fiberglass making for all of the benefits of a hard hitting carbon fiber racket while also allowing for fiberglass forgiveness. Unlike the other rackets on this list which are often just best utilized by intermediate level players, this racket was specifically designed for intermediate players, making it the best true intermediate racket on this list.
Some key features of this racket include:
- Spin-Enhancing Technology: The micro-granule treated paint on the face generates superior spin, slice and other effects to give you an edge on the court.
- Tubular Tech for High Power: tubular technology combined with high power provides enhanced control and shot precision.
- Durable Construction: this racket is built to withstand intense gameplay. The Shark Pro One features a sturdy build which includes a carbon frame and a fiberglass face which allows for exceptional power and comfort during gameplay.
2) Drop Shot Conqueror 11.0 Soft
Skill Level: Intermediate – Advanced
Alright here’s the skinny. If you are not at a sufficiently advanced level of play it is not as if this racket will be detrimental to your game. Rather, this is a pretty high-tech racket and there comes a point of diminishing returns until you are fully able to utilize all of the bells and whistles. That being said, if you are on the upper end of intermediate or even want a paddle you can grow into, this baby is a beauty. Key features include:
- “Textreme Cubicarbon Frame” with over 24,000 carbon filaments per thread. What that means in practical terms is that, according to Drop Shop, this paddle is “the most resistant and flexible carbon fiber paddle on the market.”
- 3D contour face for maximum control and spin.
- The Conqueror 11.0 Soft has an even softer EVA core than the standard Conqueror 11 for a higher comfort of play.
1) Mormaii Vini Font Beach Tennis Racket
Skill Level: Intermediate – Advanced
Finally we have Mormaii’s Vini Font, the crème de la crème of intermediate rackets. As with the Conqueror 11.0 Soft, the Vini Soft will not hurt your play if you aren’t cruising on the upper reaches of intermediate play. Again it’s just a lot of paddle, but one that can either be extremely effectively utilized by a skilled enough player, or one to be grown into. Key features include:
- Highest Quality Material: The 3D Kevlar Face provides the surface with grip for “perfect accuracy for maximum ball control and power.” Its High Density Pro EVA Core also allows players to get more feel and control over their strokes.
- Improved Technology: Laser precision hole drilling technology reduces impact to the frame structure keeping a consistent core, thus improving the rackets durability. Furthermore the exclusive Kevlar coating makes this racquet unique in the market.
- Grip Handle: Cushioned non-slip, sweat-resistant grip handle with adjustable safe wrist tether avoids wrist swing and paddle slip from hand during game. Provides better vibration control and an amazing hand feeling response.
Conclusion
You’ve advanced. You’ve put in the hours on the court to bring your game up to the next level. So wherever you currently reside on the intermediate play spectrum, you need the proper paddle to keep ascending the ranks. Surgeons don’t operate with kitchen cutlery, carpenters don’t saw through wood with scissors, and you shouldn’t be limited by a subpar tool for your trade. Level up and get a racket that will see you continue to ascend the ranks.