Bullpadel ICON 2027
The Bullpadel ICON 2027 is the signature racket of padel legend Juan Martin Diaz. A classic diamond shape with high balance and the characteristic ICON Core with a slight twist that gives stability on impact. For advanced players who like to hit the ball high and want to finish points with power.
Our measurement
The key characteristics at a glance
Measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro. Objective measurement values, no marketing claims.
Soft (63 on our scale). The ball sinks nicely into the face and bounces back smoothly. Forgiving and pleasant for players who value comfort.
Our hardness scale
Maneuverable (157 on our scale). For reference: rackets built purely around power often sit at 165 or higher, while control rackets sit around 150. This racket is maneuverable at the net.
Our swingweight scale
370 to 375 grams
high (26.3 cm)
In practice: a classic diamond shape with a high balance. The sweetspot is small and sits high on the face. How attacking or maneuverable this racket plays depends on weight, balance and swingweight. Choose this racket when you like to hit the ball high on the face and control clean impact points.
Who suits this racket
Well suited to: advanced to pro: players who like to hit the ball high on the face and who control clean impact points. On a diamond shape the sweetspot is small, so you need to hit the ball precisely to get maximum return from this racket. Ideal when you want to play attacking with smash and vibora.
Less suited to: players still working on their technique (the small sweetspot is less forgiving), players who tend to hit the ball centrally (a hybrid suits them better), and players with a sensitive elbow or tennis elbow. In that case have a look at our selection of rackets for padel elbow.
How does this racket play?
The sweetspot of a diamond shape is small and sits high on the face. Hit the ball there and you get maximum return. Hit it lower or to the side and you noticeably lose pace. This makes a diamond more demanding than a hybrid, but if you have the technique it rewards you with a level of explosiveness that other shapes cannot match.
Where this racket excels depends on the combination of weight, balance and swingweight. With higher balance and weight: power on the smash and vibora, with leverage in the head. With lower weight and swingweight: a maneuverable diamond racket that enables attacking shots without giving up reaction speed at the net. This specific Bullpadel measures 370-375 grams and swingweight 157.
The technology: what do you notice?
- ICON Core: structure in the heart of the face with a 25-degree geometry for extra stability on hard impact. What you notice: the frame stays solid and does not move during the smash.
- 18K Carbon Hybrid (the face): middle ground carbon, solid but not rock-hard.
- Hesacore grip: honeycomb pattern in the handle that absorbs vibrations.
- Multieva core: the rubber at the heart of the racket. The outer layers are hard for power on hard shots, the inside is softer for feel on softer shots. This way the racket responds differently to different shot intensities.
- Vibradrive: rubber in the handle that dampens vibrations. Less impact on your wrist and elbow on hard shots.
- Ease Vibe: four small dampeners integrated into the face. Bullpadel indicates they absorb up to 49% of vibrations. You can place them in other holes to adjust the character (more control or more power).
- 3D Grain: a rough texture on the face. What you notice: the ball grips better, which produces extra slice.
- Smart Holes: a hole pattern developed specifically for this face. Provides a consistent response on impact.
- Custom Weight: 3 gram carbon weights you can stick on the frame yourself. This way you tune the balance or total weight to your preference.
Specifications
- Shape: diamond shape
- Balance: high (26.3 cm)
- Level: advanced to pro
- Playing style: attacking
- Weight: 370 to 375 grams
- Thickness: 38 mm
- Core: Multieva
- Face: 18K Carbon Hybrid
- Surface: 3D Grain (rough texture)
- Signature player: Juan Martin Diaz
- Brand: Bullpadel
- Year: 2027
Frequently asked questions
Who does the ICON suit best?
players who like to hit the ball high on the face and who control clean impact points. On a diamond shape the sweetspot is small, so you need to hit the ball precisely to get maximum return from this racket. Ideal when you want to play attacking with smash and vibora.
What makes the ICON the signature racket of Juan Martin Diaz?
The ICON is developed together with Juan Martin Diaz and tuned to their playing style. The combination of shape, balance and core matches how Juan Martin Diaz approaches the game. What works for you depends on your own game, so test the racket in our Padel Experience Center before deciding.
Is the ICON suitable with tennis elbow or a sensitive elbow?
With existing elbow complaints this is not the most logical racket. The core at hardness 63 transfers more vibrations to your arm than a softer face. We are happy to help you find a suitable alternative.
What makes ICON Core special?
structure in the heart of the face with a 25-degree geometry for extra stability on hard impact. What you notice: the frame stays solid and does not move during the smash.
Can I test the ICON before buying?
Yes. At our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn you test the racket on court for 29.95 euros. You get half an hour of playing time and we advise based on your game and physical preferences.
Why buy at PadelShop.com
We are an official Bullpadel sales point in the Netherlands and measure every racket on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro. Test the racket at our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn, have the balance tuned with Custom Weight and Ease Vibe, and benefit from free shipping within NL and BE from 70 euros plus fast worldwide delivery.
Bullpadel ICON 2027
