When and Why to Replace Your Petanque Boules: Pro Tips for the Aussie Piste!

Even if you treat them with the utmost care, your **petanque boules** will eventually show signs of fatigue. Their colour fades, impact marks accumulate, and sometimes, **rust appears**. So, **should you replace them?** We explain everything you need to know to maintain your performance and keep shining on the court!

Why Do Your Boules Wear Out?

Every throw, every point, every impact against an opponent's boule wears down your set. **It's inevitable!** But it mostly depends on the type of boules you use:

• Hard or Semi-Hard Boules: They resist shocks better and last longer. Perfect for regular players or powerful shooters (*tireurs*).
• Soft or Semi-Soft Boules: They get marked more easily and can lose up to 1 gram per month with frequent play. Over time, they might even deform and become slightly oval.