{"product_id":"alacran-dune-pro-2026","title":"Alacran Dune Pro 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\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: bold;\"\u003eOur measurement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 6px 0 4px; text-align: center; color: #1a2a4f; font-size: 22px; font-weight: bold; font-family: Georgia,'Playfair Display',serif;\"\u003eThe key 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. Objective measurements, no marketing claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\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: bold; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eHARDNESS\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #d12b2b; font-size: 22px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e65 \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: 60%; 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\u003cbr\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;\"\u003eHard (65 on our scale).\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\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: bold; 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;\"\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; font-weight: bold; color: #1a2a4f;\"\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\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: bold; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSWINGWEIGHT\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #d12b2b; font-size: 22px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e164 \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: 53%; 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\u003cbr\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;\"\u003eManeuverable with attacking accent (164 on our scale).\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\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: bold; color: #1a2a4f;\"\u003eOur swingweight scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; padding: 3px 0;\"\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; font-weight: bold; color: #1a2a4f;\"\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\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: bold; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e350 to 365 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #1a2a4f; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eBALANCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003emid-high (weight towards the head)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 20px 0 0; color: #1a2a4f; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho suits this racket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWell suited to:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/collections\/padel-rackets-for-advanced-players\" style=\"color: #d12b2b; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eadvanced players\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess suited to:\u003c\/strong\u003e players who prioritize control, comfort or a low swingweight. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/collections\/control-padel-rackets\" style=\"color: #d12b2b; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003econtrol rackets\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this racket play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe technology: what do you notice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15K Coloured Carbon (the face):\u003c\/strong\u003e 15K carbon fibre with a coloured finish. What you notice: solid stiff response for direct power on attacking shots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Hypersoft EVA (the core):\u003c\/strong\u003e medium to high density Hypersoft EVA rubber. What you notice: firm response and quick ball rebound for maximum ball speed on power shots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHexagonal Rough Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHexagonal Frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e hexagonal frame construction for extra structural stiffness. What you notice: a more direct response on power shots and a solid feel on the smash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBidirectional Carbon Tubular Frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e longer handle than standard. Useful for two-handed backhands and shifts leverage towards the head for extra power on smashes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e diamond-teardrop hybrid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance:\u003c\/strong\u003e mid-high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlaying style:\u003c\/strong\u003e attack, power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 350 to 365 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15K coloured carbon fibre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore:\u003c\/strong\u003e blue Hypersoft EVA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e bidirectional carbon tubular\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface:\u003c\/strong\u003e hexagonal rough texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alacran\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is the Alacran Dune Pro 2026 best suited to?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdvanced 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Dune Pro suitable for players with a sensitive elbow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLess 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/collections\/padel-elbow-injury\" style=\"color: #d12b2b; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eselection for padel elbow\u003c\/a\u003e first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the Dune Pro and the Venom Blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I test the Dune Pro before buying?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. At our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/pages\/padel-racket-test\" style=\"color: #d12b2b; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePadel Experience Center\u003c\/a\u003e in Alphen aan den Rijn you test the racket on court for 29.95 euros per half hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy at PadelShop.com\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are an official \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/collections\/alacran-padel-rackets\" style=\"color: #d12b2b; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlacran retailer\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alarcan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59267854991708,"sku":null,"price":296.53,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5736\/5640\/files\/2_77892183-5d62-410d-a7c5-059e706513eb.png?v=1790258653","url":"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/fr-fr\/products\/alacran-dune-pro-2026","provider":"PadelShop.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}