# VolleyVerdict

> Volleyball gear reviews and buying guides for indoor and beach players: balls, shoes, knee pads, nets and training gear, with rules and sizing explained, plus reader codes.

VolleyVerdict publishes volleyball gear reviews, buying guides and reader discount codes. Every review states who the product suits, the current price from the brand's own store, and any active reader code.

## Key pages
- [Reviews](https://volleyverdict.com/reviews): every product we recommend
- [Buying guides](https://volleyverdict.com/guides): how to choose
- [Glossary](https://volleyverdict.com/glossary): volleyball gear terms defined
- [How we test](https://volleyverdict.com/testing-methodology)

## Topics
- [Balls](https://volleyverdict.com/category/balls): Indoor, beach, youth and training volleyballs.
- [Shoes & apparel](https://volleyverdict.com/category/shoes-apparel): Indoor court shoes, sand socks and volleyball apparel.
- [Protective gear](https://volleyverdict.com/category/protective-gear): Knee pads, ankle braces, arm sleeves and finger tape.
- [Nets & training](https://volleyverdict.com/category/nets-training): Outdoor and indoor net systems, rebounders, ball carts and training aids.

## Buying guides
- [Backyard and Beach Volleyball Net System Guide](https://volleyverdict.com/guides/backyard-volleyball-net-system-guide): A good backyard volleyball system adjusts to official men's and women's heights, holds the net tight with a winch or ratchet, and anchors securely in grass or sand. Add boundary lines sized to the space: an official beach court is 16 by 8 meters and an indoor court is 18 by 9 meters, and recreational courts are often smaller. Portable systems set up in minutes; permanent in-ground poles give the tightest net.
- [Indoor vs Beach Volleyball: Rules, Ball, Court and Gear](https://volleyverdict.com/guides/indoor-vs-beach-volleyball): Indoor volleyball is played six a side on an 18 by 9 meter court with a firmer ball and sets to 25 points. Beach volleyball is played two a side on a 16 by 8 meter sand court with a softer, lower-pressure ball and sets to 21. Net heights are the same in both: 2.43 meters for men and 2.24 meters for women. Indoor players need court shoes and knee pads; beach players play barefoot or in sand socks.
- [Sand Socks vs Barefoot Volleyball: Which Fits Your Game?](https://volleyverdict.com/guides/sand-socks-vs-barefoot-volleyball): Barefoot play gives direct contact with the sand, while sand socks add a layer around the foot. Choose by the conditions you play in and by how a particular model fits, then check the rules for your event because footwear guidance can vary by competition.
- [Volleyball Ankle Brace Guide: Fit, Style and Shoe Space](https://volleyverdict.com/guides/volleyball-ankle-brace-buying-guide): Choose an ankle brace by its closure, material and how it fits with the volleyball shoes you wear. Brace designs differ, so use the exact model's sizing and fitting directions instead of assuming one type or size fits every player.
- [Volleyball Size and Weight: Indoor, Beach and Youth Balls](https://volleyverdict.com/guides/volleyball-ball-size-and-weight): An official indoor volleyball is 65 to 67 cm around, weighs 260 to 280 g and is inflated to 0.30 to 0.325 kg/cm². A beach ball weighs the same but is 66 to 68 cm around and inflated softer, to 0.175 to 0.225 kg/cm². Youth and training balls are often lighter so young players can pass and set with good technique. Buy the ball your league approves for games, and inflate it to the pressure printed on the ball.
- [Volleyball Knee Pads Guide: Sizing, Padding and Positions](https://volleyverdict.com/guides/volleyball-knee-pads-guide): Volleyball knee pads protect against floor contact when diving and dropping into low defense. Defensive players such as liberos often prefer thicker pads, while hitters and setters may choose lighter ones. Size them from the maker's chart, usually by a measurement around the knee or thigh, and choose a pad that stays put without pinching. Many players also wear ankle braces.
- [Volleyball Net Height: Men's, Women's, Coed and Youth](https://volleyverdict.com/guides/volleyball-net-height): The official net height is 2.43 meters (7 feet 11 5/8 inches) for men and 2.24 meters (7 feet 4 1/8 inches) for women, in both indoor and beach volleyball. Coed games commonly use the men's height. Youth leagues lower the net for younger players, so check your league's rules. Measure from the playing surface to the top of the net at the center of the court.
- [Volleyball Shoes Buying Guide: Grip, Support and Fit](https://volleyverdict.com/guides/volleyball-shoes-buying-guide): Volleyball shoes use gum rubber outsoles that grip indoor courts, a stable base for quick lateral moves, and cushioning for repeated jumping. Running shoes are built for forward motion and can roll on lateral cuts. Choose a snug fit with a thumb's width at the toe, and pick low or mid tops by comfort and ankle history. Keep court shoes for indoor use so the outsole stays clean and grippy.
- [Volleyball Training Aids Guide: Choose by Practice Goal](https://volleyverdict.com/guides/volleyball-training-aids-guide): Choose a volleyball training aid for a specific practice task, such as repeated hitting contact or moving balls between drills. Tandem's spike trainer is designed to hold a ball in place; check each product's setup and compatibility before buying.
- [Youth Volleyball Ball Guide: Lighter Balls and League Rules](https://volleyverdict.com/guides/youth-volleyball-ball-guide): Start with the rules for the player's club or competition, because youth ball formats can vary by program. USA Volleyball's simplified youth rules describe an adult-size ball made with lighter materials for children under 12, but that example is not a universal rule for every league.

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