Alacran Dune Pro 2026
The Alacran Dune Pro 2026 is a diamond-teardrop hybrid shape built for attacking players who want power without giving up control. A blue Hypersoft EVA core paired with a 15K coloured carbon face delivers a firm direct response, while the hexagonal rough surface adds spin bite on every shot. Designed for advanced players who finish points at the net and want a racket that punches through the ball on the smash.
Our measurement
The key characteristics at a glance
Measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro. Objective measurements, no marketing claims.
Hard (65 on our scale). The blue Hypersoft EVA core delivers a firm direct response for maximum ball speed on power shots. The 24K coloured carbon face adds surface stiffness for a solid attacking feel.
Our hardness scale
Maneuverable with attacking accent (164 on our scale). The mid-high balance places extra mass towards the head, which gives natural leverage on the smash while keeping the racket responsive in the swing.
Our swingweight scale
350 to 365 grams
mid-high (weight towards the head)
In practice: a diamond-teardrop hybrid shape with a high sweetspot and a mid-high balance. Extra leverage on smashes, direct attacking response, and enough control from the hybrid geometry to keep placement precise on defensive shots.
Who suits this racket
Well suited to: advanced players who play an attacking game and finish points from above. Players who consistently hit the middle of the face and want maximum leverage on the smash and vibora. The hybrid diamond-teardrop shape rewards strong technique with a direct powerful response while forgiving off-centre shots more than a pure diamond racket would.
Less suited to: players who prioritize control, comfort or a low swingweight. The control rackets in our range or the Alacran Venom Blade suit those players better. Also less suited to players with a sensitive elbow: the harder core and higher balance put more load on the arm than a soft control racket does.
How does this racket play?
The diamond-teardrop hybrid shape places the sweetspot high on the face, which is exactly where an attacking player hits the ball on the smash and the vibora. The teardrop element widens the sweetspot compared to a pure diamond, so off-centre shots feel less punishing while still keeping the attacking geometry that finishes points.
The blue Hypersoft EVA core is denser than the white core in the Venom Blade, which delivers a firmer direct response on power shots. Combined with the mid-high balance and the 15K coloured carbon face, this racket generates the kind of ball speed you need to close points at the net. The stiff surface returns energy quickly to the ball for a solid predictable feel on every attacking shot.
The hexagonal rough surface applied with the racket's own resin grips the ball for spin generation, particularly effective on the vibora and the bandeja. The extended grip gives you extra leverage on smashes and improves handling for two-handed backhands, which is where an attacking racket really shows its character.
The technology: what do you notice?
- 15K Coloured Carbon (the face): 15K carbon fibre with a coloured finish. What you notice: solid stiff response for direct power on attacking shots.
- Blue Hypersoft EVA (the core): medium to high density Hypersoft EVA rubber. What you notice: firm response and quick ball rebound for maximum ball speed on power shots.
- 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 vibora, bandeja and slice.
- Hexagonal Frame: hexagonal frame construction for extra structural stiffness. What you notice: a more direct response on power shots and a solid feel on the smash.
- 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: diamond-teardrop hybrid
- Balance: mid-high
- Level: advanced
- Playing style: attack, power
- Weight: 350 to 365 grams
- Thickness: 38 mm
- Face: 15K coloured carbon fibre
- Core: blue Hypersoft EVA
- Frame: bidirectional carbon tubular
- Surface: hexagonal rough texture
- Brand: Alacran
- Year: 2026
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Alacran Dune Pro 2026 best suited to?
Advanced attacking players who finish points at the net and want maximum leverage on the smash. The mid-high balance and firm core reward strong technique. Well suited to players who consistently hit the middle of the face and want a racket that punches through the ball.
Is the Dune Pro suitable for players with a sensitive elbow?
Less so than the Venom Blade. The harder core and higher balance put more load on the arm than a control racket does. If you have elbow complaints, check our selection for padel elbow first.
What is the difference between the Dune Pro and the Venom Blade?
Both share the same hexagonal rough surface, hexagonal frame and Hypersoft EVA core family. The Dune Pro is a diamond-teardrop hybrid with a mid-high balance and a 15K coloured carbon face, aimed at attacking players who want power. The Venom Blade is a round control racket with a low balance and a 24K aluminized carbon face, aimed at players who prioritize placement.
Can I test the Dune Pro 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 Dune Pro 2026
