Which practice pad is best for learning to play drums?

This is another common question I get from my students.

Which practice pad should I use?

Here is my recommendation … and some links below

Practice pad options:

Here is the version that straps to your leg

Here is a simple, basic pad …

A very nice practice pad.

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Brad June 3, 2011 at 7:22 pm: hey, thanks for this post. This really helps me decide which pad I need. I was really confused but now I know what I need.

Brad
Greta June 3, 2011 at 7:26 pm: hey Marshall,

Great work on this. I really appreciate you help.
I am making more progress than i ever thought possible.

Greta
DEIRDRE ANNE LAAMAN June 19, 2011 at 5:14 pm: DEAR MARSHALL WELL I JUST DID NOT KNOW WHERE TO START & I FOUND YOUR ADVIVE VERY HELPFUL & I STILL DO NOT KNOW WHERE TO ORDER MY DRUM PAD &STICKS & MUSIC FROM.MANY THANKS FOR YOUR HELP, DEIRDRE LAAMAN ON (07)32170069.