Alacran Venom Blade 2026
The Alacran Venom Blade 2026 is a round control racket built around a soft white Hypersoft EVA core and a 24K aluminized carbon face. A hexagonal rough surface applied with the racket's own resin adds grip on the ball, while the hexagonal frame construction provides extra stiffness for a solid response. Designed for advanced players who prioritize placement, control and comfort on the arm.
Our measurement
The key characteristics at a glance
Measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro. Objective measurements, no marketing claims.
Soft (62 on our scale). The white Hypersoft EVA core absorbs impact and lets the ball settle briefly on the face for maximum control. A friendly hardness for the arm without giving up response on power shots.
Our hardness scale
Maneuverable (158 on our scale). The low balance places mass near the handle, which makes the racket fast in the swing and responsive at the net. Well suited to defensive players who need to react quickly.
Our swingweight scale
350 to 365 grams
low (weight near hand)
In practice: a round shape with a medium-low sweetspot and a low balance. Predictable response, generous forgiveness on off-centre shots and a comfortable feel on the arm during long sessions.
Who suits this racket
Well suited to: advanced players who prioritize control and placement over pure power. Players who defend from the back of the court, build points patiently and finish with well-placed shots rather than raw force. The round shape and low balance also suit doubles partners of strong attackers who need to react quickly to hard balls at the net.
Less suited to: players who want maximum power on the smash or a head-heavy attacking feel. The attacking rackets in our range suit those players better. Also less suited to players who look for aggressive spin on every shot from a rougher textured surface.
How does this racket play?
The round shape places the sweetspot slightly lower on the face, which suits a control-oriented game where placement matters more than reach. The generous sweetspot forgives shots that land off-centre, keeping the ball in play when a diamond racket would let it drop into the net.
The white Hypersoft EVA core with medium density adapts to shot intensity. On slower defensive shots it feels soft and absorbing, giving you time to place the ball with precision. On harder shots the core responds firmer for a solid ball speed. The 24K aluminized carbon face provides a consistent stiff response across the whole hitting surface, so shots that land in the sweetspot come off cleanly and shots that don't still stay controlled.
The hexagonal rough surface applied with the racket's own resin adds grip on the ball for spin generation, particularly useful on bandeja and slice shots. The extended grip gives you extra leverage on smashes and improves handling for players who use both hands on the backhand.
The technology: what do you notice?
- 24K Aluminized Carbon (the face): 24K carbon fibre with an aluminium finish. What you notice: solid direct response and consistent performance across temperature changes.
- White Hypersoft EVA (the core): medium-density Hypersoft EVA rubber. What you notice: soft comfortable feel on impact with a controlled adaptive response to shot intensity.
- Hexagonal Rough Surface: 3D hexagonal texture on the face applied with the racket's own resin. What you notice: the ball grips longer on impact for extra spin on bandeja, vibora and slice.
- Hexagonal Frame: hexagonal frame construction for extra structural stiffness. What you notice: a more direct response on power shots without giving up comfort on control shots.
- Bidirectional Carbon Tubular Frame: carbon fibre woven in two directions for structural strength across the frame. What you notice: durability and consistent feel over the life of the racket.
- Extended Grip: longer handle than standard. Useful for two-handed backhands and shifts leverage towards the head for extra power on smashes.
Specifications
- Shape: round
- Balance: low
- Level: advanced
- Playing style: control
- Weight: 350 to 365 grams
- Thickness: 38 mm
- Face: 24K aluminized carbon fibre
- Core: white Hypersoft EVA
- Frame: bidirectional carbon tubular
- Surface: hexagonal rough texture
- Brand: Alacran
- Year: 2026
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Alacran Venom Blade 2026 best suited to?
Advanced players who play a control-oriented game and want a comfortable racket that forgives off-centre shots. The round shape, low balance and soft core combine into one of the most accessible control rackets in our range. Well suited to defensive players and to doubles partners of strong attackers who need quick reactions at the net.
Is the Venom Blade suitable for players with a sensitive elbow?
Yes, this is one of the friendlier control rackets in our range. The soft Hypersoft EVA core and low swingweight combine to reduce load on the wrist and elbow. Still recommend checking our selection for padel elbow if you have existing complaints.
What is the difference between the Venom Blade and the Dune Pro?
Both share the same hexagonal rough surface, hexagonal frame and Hypersoft EVA core family. The Venom Blade is a round control racket with a low balance and a 24K aluminized carbon face, aimed at players who prioritize placement. The Dune Pro is a diamond-teardrop hybrid with a mid-high balance and a 15K coloured carbon face, aimed at players who want more attacking power.
Can I test the Venom Blade before buying?
Yes. At our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn you test the racket on court for 29.95 euros per half hour.
Why buy at PadelShop.com
We are an official Alacran retailer 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, get advice based on your game, and benefit from fast worldwide delivery.
Alacran Venom Blade 2026
