{"product_id":"starvie-eternal-2027","title":"Starvie Eternal 2027","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe StarVie Eternal is Sanyo Gutierrez's signature racket, four-time world padel champion and one of the most tactical players ever. A hybrid pro racket with M-EVA Balance core, 18K Carbon Hybrid face and the unique Power Balance system that lets you tune the balance to your preference. Our measurement shows why this racket is so popular worldwide with pro and semi-pro players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e2e6ee;border-radius:10px;padding:24px;margin:24px 0;background:#fff;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;text-align:center;color:#d12b2b;font-size:12px;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;font-weight:700;\"\u003eOur measurement\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0 4px;text-align:center;color:#1a2a4f;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;font-family:Georgia,'Playfair Display',serif;\"\u003eThe core characteristics at a glance\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 20px;text-align:center;color:#888;font-size:14px;\"\u003eMeasured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro. Real numbers, not box copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding-top:18px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:baseline;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color:#1a2a4f;font-weight:700;font-size:15px;letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eHARDNESS\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color:#d12b2b;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e63 \u003cspan style=\"color:#aaa;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\/ 75\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;height:8px;border-radius:4px;margin:14px 0 8px;background:linear-gradient(to right,#3b82f6,#22c55e,#eab308,#f97316,#ef4444);\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;top:50%;left:52%;width:18px;height:18px;margin-left:-9px;margin-top:-9px;background:#1a2a4f;border:3px solid #fff;border-radius:50%;box-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,.3);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;font-size:12px;color:#999;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003e50 extremely soft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e62 soft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75 extremely hard\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003eSoft.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 63 the core sits at the upper edge of the soft range, matching the versatile character StarVie chose for the Eternal. The M-EVA Balance core (medium-hard rubber) gives you attacking power when you need it, but stays comfortable during long rallies and more controlled shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f7f9fc;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin-top:14px;font-size:13px;color:#555;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;font-weight:700;color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003eOur hardness scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e50 - 54\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextremely soft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e55 - 60\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003every soft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;font-weight:700;color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e61 - 63\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esoft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e64 - 66\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e67 - 70\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003every hard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e70 +\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextremely hard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding-top:18px;margin-top:22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:baseline;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color:#1a2a4f;font-weight:700;font-size:15px;letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSWINGWEIGHT\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color:#d12b2b;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e148 \u003cspan style=\"color:#aaa;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\/ 185\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;height:8px;border-radius:4px;margin:14px 0 8px;background:linear-gradient(to right,#3b82f6,#22c55e,#eab308,#f97316,#ef4444);\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;top:50%;left:18%;width:18px;height:18px;margin-left:-9px;margin-top:-9px;background:#1a2a4f;border:3px solid #fff;border-radius:50%;box-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,.3);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;font-size:12px;color:#999;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003e140 weight near hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e162 neutral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e185 weight in head\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003eVery maneuverable, weight clearly towards the hand.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 148 the swingweight sits deep in the maneuverable range, which stands out for a pro racket. On court you feel a racket that gets you to the ball lightning-fast and lets you effortlessly switch between positions. Perfect for Sanyo Gutierrez's tactical, versatile play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f7f9fc;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin-top:14px;font-size:13px;color:#555;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;font-weight:700;color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003eOur swingweight scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;font-weight:700;color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ebelow 160\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaneuverable\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e161 - 170\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eneutral\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e171 and higher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estiff\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding-top:18px;margin-top:22px;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#1a2a4f;font-weight:700;font-size:14px;letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e350 to 370 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#1a2a4f;font-weight:700;font-size:14px;letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eBALANCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003emedium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:20px 0 0;color:#1a2a4f;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e a pro versatile racket that is surprisingly arm-friendly. The combination of soft core (63) and very maneuverable swingweight (148) makes the Eternal suitable for players who want to attack and defend without compromising on comfort. The Power Balance system also lets you tune the balance yourself, making this one of the most personalisable pro rackets on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is this racket for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWell suited to:\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/collections\/padel-rackets-for-advanced-players\"\u003eadvanced to pro player\u003c\/a\u003e with versatile or tactical playing style. The hybrid shape, medium balance and very maneuverable swingweight make the Eternal ideal for players who want to play the ball everywhere on court. Perfect for light advanced players wanting to grow towards pro level or pro players looking for a complete racket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess suited to:\u003c\/strong\u003e pure attackers who want maximum head weight and explosive force (for them more focused attack diamonds are available); beginners still working on the basics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlaying characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hybrid shape places the sweet spot just above the centre of the face, giving a larger margin of error than a diamond but more attacking potential than a round. Combined with the medium balance, you get a racket that works everywhere on court: from the defensive lob to the attacking volley. The M-EVA Balance core (medium-hard rubber) delivers power on hard shots and comfort on softer ones. The 18K Carbon Hybrid face gives a medium-hard feel: firm enough for pro-level precision, but without the brutality of 24K carbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eternal combines the unique Power Balance with a set of StarVie Lab technologies focused on comfort and versatility:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Balance system:\u003c\/strong\u003e built-in weights in the frame that you can move yourself. More weight towards the head for extra power, more towards the handle for maneuverability. Uniquely adaptable to your game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18K Carbon Hybrid face:\u003c\/strong\u003e medium-density carbon that balances power and comfort. Firm on hard shots, comfortable on long rallies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM-EVA Balance core:\u003c\/strong\u003e medium-hard rubber balancing control and power. Consistent response at different shot speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAero Drive:\u003c\/strong\u003e aerodynamic wind chamber that reduces air resistance and noticeably increases your swing speed. You feel it most on smashes and quick volleys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eV-Force Bridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e reinforced heart structure that distributes impact forces evenly and keeps the racket stable on every shot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHexa Cell:\u003c\/strong\u003e hexagonal structure along the frame that reinforces it and provides more stability on heavy impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA-Shock:\u003c\/strong\u003e anti-vibration rubber in the handle that dampens vibrations. Kinder on wrist and elbow, especially on long sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpin Boost Tech:\u003c\/strong\u003e textured surface that reinforces grip on the ball for extra spin and effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLonger Handgrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e longer handle for better two-handed backhand grip and more power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZ-Shock grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e anti-shock grip that absorbs vibrations and provides firmer hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e hybrid\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e advanced to pro\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlaying style:\u003c\/strong\u003e versatile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance:\u003c\/strong\u003e medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 350 to 370 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore:\u003c\/strong\u003e M-EVA Balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Carbon Hybrid\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spin Boost Tech\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sanyo Gutierrez\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e StarVie (Made in Spain)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 year StarVie factory warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Power Balance and why is it special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePower Balance is StarVie's built-in balance adjustment system. In the frame there are positions where you can place weights of different masses: more weight in the head for extra attacking power, more towards the handle for maneuverability. Unlike loose Custom Weight plates (as with other brands), this sits in the frame structure itself, giving a cleaner feel. The weights are included with the Eternal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is Sanyo Gutierrez and why is his signature racket so popular?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSanyo Gutierrez is one of the most decorated pro players ever: four-time world padel champion and for years top 5 on the Premier Padel tour. Known for his tactical play, versatility and consistent level. The Eternal is not a brutal attack racket but a complete pro instrument supporting all facets of the game, exactly like his style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat level is the Eternal intended for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor advanced to pro players with versatile playing style. The medium touch and maneuverable swingweight make the racket more accessible than a pure pro attack diamond, but the construction demands a good technical foundation. For light advanced players wanting to grow towards pro level, this is one of the better steps available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Eternal suitable with a sensitive elbow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCautiously positive. The combination of soft core (63), very maneuverable swingweight (148), A-Shock dampening in the handle and Z-Shock grip creates an impressive vibration package for a pro racket. With light to moderate elbow sensitivity this racket is workable. With clear \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/collections\/padel-elbow-injury\"\u003epadel elbow\u003c\/a\u003e we recommend comparing our measurement numbers with a rounder, even softer racket before deciding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I test the Eternal before buying it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. At our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/pages\/padel-racket-test\"\u003ePadel Experience Center\u003c\/a\u003e in Alphen aan den Rijn you can test the racket on court for 29.95 euros before deciding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy at PadelShop.com\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest this racket at our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn, have the Power Balance tuned to your preference, and benefit from 3 year StarVie factory warranty plus our own stock and fast worldwide delivery. StarVie is a Spanish brand that manufactures all their rackets in Villaluenga de la Sagra (Toledo), delivering a unique Made in Spain product.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Starvie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59133580247388,"sku":"PSTETE41000","price":3925.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5736\/5640\/files\/StarVie_Eternal_Sanyo_Gutierrez_Front_View.png?v=1789478304","url":"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/en-se\/products\/starvie-eternal-2027","provider":"PadelShop.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}