It is quite possible that lately you have heard about heartless shovels. Strange names of the vocabulary of the sufferer, right? Shovels without a heart, sweet spot ... But, do you have a clear idea of the meaning of the heartless shovel?
Padel World Press .- The bridge is that hollow surface between the head and the handle of the blade. The world of shovels is full of brands. Increasingly, companies compete with each other seeking improvement in any detail thanks to their investment in research and development. One of the fashion improvements is the presence of a diffuser on the bridge. Surely you have seen a few as the latest models of Varlion paddle shovels, especially those of its high range.
On the other hand, it should be noted that some brands are betting on the shovels without a bridge or heart. Said for the non-connoisseurs, for the one-piece shovels. Special is the case of Akkeron, which bases its catalog on this class since almost all its models are in one piece.
Surely the first few times you played padel you realized two things. In the first place, the vibration of the shovel that we noticed in our hands when making the beating. Second, how easy it is to give, without wanting to, with the bridge of the shovel to the forced balls.
The heartless shovels improve these two aspects. Its greater surface of face, as it is obvious, grants a greater sweet point. In turn, those who have already tried them also speak of a greater balance.
At a more professional level, however, there are those who notice a lower performance of the heartless shovels. Perhaps an amateur player does not notice that difference and even prefers a shovel that gives better control of the blow.
Advantages of closed bridge shovels
- They have greater amplitude of sweet spot. There is more surface contact with the ball and therefore the sweet spot is higher.
- Less vibrations With the bridge closed the vibrations that reach our hands are minor.
- Less breaks Some experts agree that the blades with the closed bridge break less than those with an open bridge.
Advantages of open bridge shovels
- Easier to drag.
- More manageable
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