How to wash and maintain your women's technical padel kit to make it last longer

A women's padel outfit is much more than just a t-shirt and skirt: it is a technical garment that combines comfort, performance and – in the case of Smart Fit outfits – also NFC technology and digital recording.
To keep its functionality intact over time, it is essential follow some simple washing and storage rules.

Washing: How to Treat Technical Fabrics and NFC Technology

Smart Fit suits are made of breathable, lightweight, and functional fabrics. But these features require attention. Here are the golden rules for washing:

• Machine wash at max 30°, delicate program or sport
• Avoid fabric softener: ruins technical fibres and reduces breathability
• Do not use bleach or whiteners
• Do not squeeze the heads manually
• Turn your head upside down before washing to protect logos and details
• Do not dry clean

The NFC interactive patch is sewn securely, but it is always good practice to avoid aggressive washes that could damage it.

Drying: never in the dryer

The best way to dry a padel kit is:

• In the air, on a flat surface or hanging
• Protected from direct sunlight, which can alter the color and hold of the fabric
• Avoiding the dryer, which alters the technical fibres and ruins the elastic

How to store your padel kit between matches

To keep your garment in perfect condition even out of season:

• Fold it carefully, without stressing the tissues
• Avoid thin hangers, which can deform the shoulders or neck
• Store it in a dry place, away from humidity and heat sources
• If you want to use it regularly, keep it in your padel bag but let it air out between one use and another

The NFC patch: how to preserve its functionality

The Smart Fit patch is durable, but to keep it active over time:

• Do not iron it directly
• Avoid bending and pressure on the NFC logo area
• Do not cover it with stickers or iron-on labels

Proper maintenance preserves its effectiveness, allowing you to continue accumulating points and receiving rewards from the Padel ITA loyalty program.

In summary: the 5 mistakes to avoid

1. Wash above 30°
2. Using fabric softener
3. Tumble drying
4. Iron directly on the patch
5. Storage in humid or pressurized environments