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Padel, Pickleball and Squash Brands at Courtside
Courtside is a Durban-based racket sports specialist serving players across South Africa. Shop our available NOX, Babolat and Varlion equipment, including padel rackets, pickleball paddles, bags, shoes and accessories.
We are an authorised reseller of NOX, Babolat and Varlion, with products sourced through their official South African distributors. Courtside also holds exclusive distribution rights for Akkeron and DAIZ Padel in Southern Africa. Both brands are launching soon.
Explore Blade Squash International for squash rackets, equipment and apparel developed with professional playing and coaching experience. Contact Courtside for details about our Blade range and availability.
Whether you are choosing your first racket, upgrading your pickleball paddle or replacing everyday essentials, explore the brands below to find equipment suited to your game.
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NOX Padel and Pickleball Equipment
NOX offers equipment for both padel and pickleball. At Courtside, our NOX range includes padel rackets, pickleball paddles, shoes, bags and accessories, with availability shown on each product page.
For padel players, the Courtside catalogue includes AT10 Genius, ML10 Ventus and other NOX racket models. Compare the individual racket’s shape, balance, materials and specifications to choose the combination of control, power and handling that suits your playing style.
Our NOX pickleball range includes X-FOAM, X-TREME and other paddle models. Core thickness, shape and construction vary between paddles, so the product pages provide the details needed to compare them.
Courtside is an authorised NOX reseller in South Africa. Our NOX products are genuine and sourced through the brand’s official South African distributor.
A good place to start: Players looking to compare padel or pickleball equipment within one brand.
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Babolat Padel and Pickleball Equipment
Babolat makes equipment for padel and pickleball, alongside court shoes, bags and grips. Courtside’s Babolat catalogue brings these categories together so you can choose a racket or paddle and find the equipment to go with it.
For padel, Babolat’s Technical, Air and Counter families provide different approaches to power, manoeuvrability and control. Compare the specific models available at Courtside rather than choosing by range name alone: materials, balance and feel differ between rackets.
Our Babolat pickleball range includes Baller, Striker and Wizard paddles. Each product page shows its available specifications, price and stock status, helping you compare the options for your game.
Courtside is an authorised Babolat reseller in South Africa. Our Babolat products are genuine and sourced through the brand’s official South African distributor.
A good place to start: Players choosing equipment around their playing style, with shoes, bags and accessories available from the same brand.
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Varlion Padel Rackets
Varlion specialises in padel equipment. Courtside’s Varlion range includes rackets from the Lethal Weapon, Maxima and Bourne families, giving players different shapes and constructions to compare.
Choosing a Varlion racket starts with the individual model. Shape, balance, materials and core characteristics influence how it handles and feels during play. Selected models also use temperature-specific constructions; check the product specifications to see which version you are choosing.
Explore the available Courtside range to compare Varlion rackets by their specifications, price and current availability.
Courtside is an authorised Varlion reseller in South Africa. Our Varlion products are genuine and sourced through the brand’s official South African distributor.
A good place to start: Padel players who want to compare racket shape, handling and feel carefully before buying.
Launching soon
Akkeron Padel
Akkeron is a Spanish padel brand known for its racket manufacturing and development in Madrid. Courtside holds exclusive distribution rights for Akkeron in Southern Africa and will introduce the brand to our South African catalogue.
Our launch range is the Luxury 12K 2026 collection: six padel rackets built around 12K carbon. The collection gives players a new range to explore, with individual model specifications and selection guidance to follow when the launch products are published.
We will share the six launch models, their prices and availability before they become available to order. Akkeron products are not currently available to purchase through Courtside.
A good place to start: Players interested in a Spanish-made carbon padel racket and a new brand entering the Courtside range.
Launching soon
DAIZ Padel
DAIZ Padel is a Dutch brand developing equipment for players who want their racket, balls and everyday gear from one range. Courtside holds exclusive distribution rights for DAIZ Padel in Southern Africa.
Our planned launch covers rackets, balls, grips, accessories and apparel. The racket selection includes the Voyager in Hybrid, Light and Women versions, alongside the Novus, Luno and Luna.
The ball range includes DAIZ Premium balls, which are pro-tested, and pressureless Academy balls. Accessories include Pro and Premium overgrips, a racket protector two-pack and a 550ml stainless steel sports bottle.
The apparel range includes a padel cap, men’s padel tees and men’s padel shorts. DAIZ develops its equipment in-house and tests it with players and trainers.
We will publish individual product details, prices and availability ahead of launch. DAIZ Padel products are not currently available to purchase through Courtside.
A good place to start: Players interested in a fresh European brand covering the racket, the ball and everyday padel essentials.
Blade Squash International
Built by squash professionals for squash players, Blade Squash International develops rackets, equipment and apparel for players at different stages of the game. Its focus is on helping passionate players find equipment suited to their level and playing style.
Established in Hong Kong in 1998, Blade draws on influences from the Orient in the design of its squash and Squash 57 (racketball) equipment. The company was founded by Phil Head, a former professional tour player and coach with extensive experience in equipment research and development.
The Blade range includes the Shogun SL Black, Katana and Samurai rackets, alongside the beginner-friendly Ninja. Junior rackets, the Nation Series, Squash 57 equipment, strings and accessories extend the range beyond standard adult squash rackets.
Compare each racket’s individual specifications when choosing equipment for your game. Contact Courtside for details about our Blade range and availability.
A good place to start: Squash players looking for equipment developed with professional playing, coaching and racket-design experience.
Why Choose Courtside?
Genuine equipment and official brand relationships
Courtside is an authorised reseller of NOX, Babolat and Varlion, sourcing genuine products through their official South African distributors. We also hold exclusive distribution rights for Akkeron and DAIZ Padel in Southern Africa.
Help choosing your equipment
Compare the available product descriptions and specifications, or contact us for help narrowing down your options. Tell us your sport, experience level, budget and what you would like from your next racket or paddle.
Delivery across South Africa
Standard delivery costs R150, with free delivery on orders above R3,500. Standard delivery takes 3–5 business days from dispatch. We currently deliver within South Africa only.
A Durban-based specialist
Courtside is based at Kensington Boulevard, 54 Adelaide Tambo Dr, Durban. For product advice or launch enquiries, email hello@courtside.co.za or call 0761194387.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which padel brands can I buy from Courtside?
Courtside’s available padel range includes NOX, Babolat and Varlion. Akkeron and DAIZ Padel are launching soon. Check the shop for individual product availability.
Which pickleball brands does Courtside stock?
Courtside stocks NOX and Babolat pickleball paddles. The catalogue also includes pickleball accessories and equipment, with current availability shown on each product page.
Is Courtside an authorised reseller?
Yes. Courtside is an authorised reseller of NOX, Babolat and Varlion in South Africa. We also hold exclusive distribution rights for Akkeron and DAIZ Padel in Southern Africa.
Are Courtside’s products genuine?
Yes. Our NOX, Babolat and Varlion products are genuine and sourced through their official South African distributors. Akkeron and DAIZ Padel will be supplied through Courtside’s exclusive Southern African distribution relationships.
Can I order Akkeron or DAIZ Padel equipment now?
Akkeron and DAIZ Padel are launching soon and are not currently available to purchase through Courtside. Contact hello@courtside.co.za for launch enquiries.
Which Akkeron rackets will Courtside launch?
Our Akkeron launch range will comprise six rackets from the Luxury 12K 2026 collection, built around 12K carbon. Individual models, specifications and prices will be published before launch.
What will the DAIZ Padel launch range include?
The planned range includes Voyager Hybrid, Light and Women rackets, plus the Novus, Luno and Luna. It also includes Premium and Academy balls, overgrips, racket protectors, a sports bottle, a padel cap, men’s tees and men’s shorts.
Which brand should a beginner choose?
Start with the individual racket or paddle rather than the brand alone. Weight, shape, balance, materials and your budget all matter. Contact Courtside with your experience level and playing preferences for help comparing available options.
Does Courtside sell junior padel rackets?
The Courtside catalogue includes junior padel rackets. Browse the current range or contact us for help choosing equipment suited to a young player.
Does Courtside deliver throughout South Africa?
Yes. We deliver within South Africa for R150, with free delivery on orders above R3,500. Standard delivery takes 3–5 business days from dispatch. An order totalling exactly R3,500 carries the standard R150 delivery fee.