Du spelar en padelmatch för skojs skull, men också i hemlighet för att vinna. Men du vinner inte bara. Motståndaren kommer också att göra allt för att kliva av banan som vinnare. Av vinstviljan väljer man snabbt anfallet, men ibland är det smartare att fokusera på sitt försvar. Försvar och kontroll är lika viktigt i padel. Om du har ordning på försvaret kan du stå emot din motståndare och skapa nya möjligheter för dig och din partner.
Men hur skapar man kontroll och lugn samtidigt som man försvarar? Och hur gör man då om det till motstånd så att man kan styra matchen igen? Den här artikeln diskuterar de tre viktigaste faktorerna som är avgörande för ditt försvar och hur du kan förbättra det.
HÅLLNING
När du försvarar måste du kunna reagera snabbt och alert, så det är viktigt att ta en aktiv hållning. De flesta bollar du måste försvara kommer att vara låga och djupa. Se till att du kan reagera snabbt på motståndarens slag med både över- och underkroppen. Det gör du genom att hålla ditt racket framför dig och dina ben böjda. Genom att inta denna position ligger din kropp lågt i tyngdpunkten, så du kan snabbt ändra riktning och ge bollen kraft under rekylen.
POSITIONERING
En annan viktig punkt att vara uppmärksam på när du försvarar är din position på banan. Din defensiva position ska alltid vara bakom linjen, detta är försvarszonen. Viktigast av allt, se till att du aldrig försvarar dig i mitten av banan (övergångszon), detta är den sämsta möjliga platsen att försvara. Det beror på att motståndaren kan spela bollen vid dina fötter, vilket gör det mycket svårt för dig att slå tillbaka bollen.
På bilden kan du se de olika zonerna i fältet och var försvarszonen ligger.
FÖRSVARSPEL
Som du vet finns det olika typer av slag i padel. När du försvarar måste du reagera på de olika slagen.
Försvara en smash
När du försvarar en smash måste du vara mycket uppmärksam på höjden på vilken motståndaren slår bollen. När bollen returneras i nivå med hans/hennes bröst, måste du hålla dig nära glaset bakom. Men när motståndaren slår bollen ovanför hans/hennes huvud måste du gå framåt, eftersom det finns en god chans att bollen studsar "långt" från glaset.
Försvara en lob
Hur du försvarar en lob beror på lobens placering. När loben är djup måste du låta den studsa, när loben kommer framför är det bäst att slå tillbaka den direkt.
Försvara ett backspin
Att försvara ett snurr är mycket svårt, dessa bollar kommer ofta att studsa direkt på marken efter att ha träffat den bakre väggen. För att slå tillbaka dessa bollar är det bäst att se till att din kontaktpunkt är framför dig, genom att böja benen så att du nästan är mot glaset. Håll dessutom ditt racket redo genom att dra det bakåt.
TIPS: Försök att ändra hastigheten på dina slag för att överraska motståndaren.
Up to70%
Black Friday 2026 · Racket buying guide
Find yourperfect racket.
Black Friday is the best moment of the year to upgrade your padel racket. It is also the moment a lot of players buy the wrong one. This guide helps you choose in a few minutes, so the only thing you lose is money you did not have to spend.
6 min readUp to 70% offUntil 30 November 23:59
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Head Lynx 2025€190.00€54.95 -71% Nox EA10 VENTUS ATTACK 12K Xtreme 2026€339.95€149.95 -56% Nox EA10 VENTUS HYBRID 12K Xtreme 2026€339.95€149.95 -56% Adidas Essnova LTD Pro€220.00€99.95 -55% Starvie Tour Blue Padel Racketbag€65.00€29.95 -54% Nox VK10 VENTUS CONTROL 12K 2026€299.95€139.95 -53% Adidas Control 3.4 Green Padel Racketbag€55.00€26.95 -51% Nox AT10 GENIUS ATTACK 18K ALUM 2026€359.95€179.95 -50% Adidas Kanaga Light 3.0€200.00€99.95 -50% HEAD Tour Orange Padel Backpack€79.95€39.95 -50% Starvie Racing Drax Padel Racketbag€80.00€39.95 -50% Wilson Defy V1€290.00€144.95 -50% Wilson Endure Pro V1 2026€320.00€159.95 -50% Nox AT10 GENIUS 18K ALUM 2026€389.99€199.95 -49% Head Speed Motion 2025€240.00€124.95 -48% Starvie Luxury Grey Padel Racketbag€75.00€39.95 -47% Head Lynx 2025€190.00€54.95 -71% Nox EA10 VENTUS ATTACK 12K Xtreme 2026€339.95€149.95 -56% Nox EA10 VENTUS HYBRID 12K Xtreme 2026€339.95€149.95 -56% Adidas Essnova LTD Pro€220.00€99.95 -55% Starvie Tour Blue Padel Racketbag€65.00€29.95 -54% Nox VK10 VENTUS CONTROL 12K 2026€299.95€139.95 -53% Adidas Control 3.4 Green Padel Racketbag€55.00€26.95 -51% Nox AT10 GENIUS ATTACK 18K ALUM 2026€359.95€179.95 -50% Adidas Kanaga Light 3.0€200.00€99.95 -50% HEAD Tour Orange Padel Backpack€79.95€39.95 -50% Starvie Racing Drax Padel Racketbag€80.00€39.95 -50% Wilson Defy V1€290.00€144.95 -50% Wilson Endure Pro V1 2026€320.00€159.95 -50% Nox AT10 GENIUS 18K ALUM 2026€389.99€199.95 -49% Head Speed Motion 2025€240.00€124.95 -48% Starvie Luxury Grey Padel Racketbag€75.00€39.95 -47%
In short
Just started or play now and then? Go light, with a low or even balance and a soft core. Our pick: Adidas Kanaga Light 3.0.
The shape only decides where you hit the ball: round in the centre, teardrop a bit higher, diamond high in the head.
Softer means a bigger sweet spot. Harder means a smaller sweet spot and less margin for error.
Our advice: Adidas Cross It Light 2026 for comfort and control, Adidas Metalbone Reserve EDT 2026 for advanced attackers.
Black Friday Month runs until 30 November 23:59, while stocks last. No restocks at these prices.
The super dealswe would buy ourselves.
Out of all the rackets in our Black Friday Month, these two give you the most racket for your money. Both under €100, both from adidas, made for very different players.
★ Super deal ★ -50%
Best for beginners & control players Adidas
Adidas Kanaga Light 3.0
Light, soft and easy to handle. The even balance makes it quick in your hand and the soft core gives you a bigger sweet spot, so you win more rallies from day one. At this price it is the easiest upgrade you will ever make.
Round shape
Light: 345–360 g
Even balance
Soft EVA core
€99.95Was €200.00
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★ Super deal ★ -55%
Best for all-round players who want more power Adidas
Adidas Essnova LTD Pro
Hybrid shape with the sweet spot slightly higher for extra power, and a soft core that keeps that sweet spot big and forgiving. Pro-level feel for under €100. Our favourite deal of the month.
Hybrid shape
Soft EVA core
Medium-high balance
Sand-textured face
€99.95Was €220.00
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Our advice.Two more winners.
Not a super deal, but rackets we recommend to a lot of players in our shop. And this month they are a lot cheaper.
★ Our advice ★ -40%
Our advice for comfort & control Adidas
Adidas Cross It Light 2026
Light, soft and easy to handle: the even balance makes it quick in your hand and the soft core keeps the sweet spot big. The round shape puts that sweet spot in the centre. A premium adidas racket that forgives a lot, for players who want to grow without giving up comfort.
Round shape
Light: 345–360 g
Even balance
Soft core
€179.95Was €300.00
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★ Our advice ★ -35%
Our advice for advanced attackers Adidas
Adidas Metalbone Reserve EDT 2026
Diamond shape with the sweet spot high in the head, exactly where you hit your smashes and viboras. With 360–375 g it feels stable and powerful. For players who finish the point at the net and want Metalbone power at a Black Friday price.
Diamond shape
360–375 g
Sweet spot high
For advanced players
€209.95Was €325.00
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Which racketfits your game?
Choose your level and the way you like to play. You instantly see every Black Friday racket that fits you, with our super deals and advice on top.
1 What is your level?
BeginnerJust started, or you play now and then.✓IntermediateYou play every week and the rallies get longer.✓AdvancedMatches, tournaments, bandeja and vibora on lock.✓
2 How do you like to play?
ControlDefensiveRound shape: sweet spot in the centre. For players who defend, lob and place the ball.✓All-roundA bit of everythingTeardrop or hybrid: sweet spot a bit higher. A mix of control and power.✓PowerAttackingDiamond shape: sweet spot high in the head. For players who finish at the net.✓Not sure yetShow me everythingNo problem. We show every racket that fits your level.✓
2 rackets match your gameNo exact match at this level. Start with one of our super deals:1 racket matches your game3 rackets match your game5 rackets match your game5 rackets match your game1 racket matches your game11 rackets match your game8 rackets match your game8 rackets match your game10 rackets match your game26 rackets match your game
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Adidas Round · Control · Beginner to intermediate Adidas Kanaga Light 3.0
€99.95Was €200.00
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Adidas Hybrid · All-round · Intermediate to advanced Adidas Essnova LTD Pro
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★ Our advice -40%
Adidas Round · Control · Beginner to intermediate Adidas Cross It Light 2026
€179.95Was €300.00
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★ Our advice -35%
Adidas Diamond · Power · Advanced Adidas Metalbone Reserve EDT 2026
€209.95Was €325.00
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Head Diamond · Power · Beginner to intermediate Head Lynx 2025
€54.95Was €190.00
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Nox Hybrid · All-round · Advanced Nox EA10 VENTUS HYBRID 12K Xtreme 2026
€149.95Was €339.95
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Nox Diamond · Power · Advanced Nox EA10 VENTUS ATTACK 12K Xtreme 2026
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Nox Round · Control · Advanced Nox VK10 VENTUS CONTROL 12K 2026
€139.95Was €299.95
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Wilson Round · Control · Advanced Wilson Endure Pro V1 2026
€159.95Was €320.00
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Nox Teardrop · Power · Advanced Nox AT10 GENIUS ATTACK 18K ALUM 2026
€179.95Was €359.95
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Hot deal -50%
Wilson Diamond · Power · Advanced Wilson Defy V1
€144.95Was €290.00
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Nox Teardrop · All-round · Intermediate to advanced Nox AT10 GENIUS 18K ALUM 2026
€199.95Was €389.99
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Hot deal -48%
Head Teardrop · All-round · Intermediate to advanced Head Speed Motion 2025
€124.95Was €240.00
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Wilson Diamond · Power · Advanced Wilson Defy Pro V1
€159.95Was €290.00
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Starvie Round · Control · Intermediate to advanced Starvie Kenta Soft (Eva 30) 2026
€224.95Was €400.00
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Head Round · Control · Advanced Head Gravity Pro 2024
€134.95Was €240.00
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Adidas Diamond · Power · Advanced Adidas Metalbone Pro EDT 2026
€239.95Was €425.00
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Adidas Round · Control · Advanced Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026
€229.95Was €400.00
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Hot deal -42%
Head Diamond · Power · Advanced Head Extreme Motion 2025
€139.95Was €240.00
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Bullpadel Diamond · Power · Advanced Bullpadel ICON 2026
€179.95Was €310.00
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Bullpadel Hybrid · All-round · Advanced Bullpadel Hack 04 Hybrid 2026
€189.95Was €320.00
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Hot deal -39%
Bullpadel Hybrid · All-round · Advanced Bullpadel Neuron 02 Edge 2026
€199.95Was €330.00
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Hot deal -39%
Babolat Diamond · Power · Advanced Babolat Technical Viper Soft 3.0 2026
€169.95Was €280.00
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Hot deal -38%
Starvie Round · Control · Intermediate Starvie Kenta Ultra Speed Soft (Eva 28) 2026
€249.95Was €400.00
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Nox Teardrop · All-round · Intermediate to advanced Nox AT10 Pro Cup Hard 2026
€124.95Was €199.95
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Head Teardrop · All-round · Intermediate to advanced HEAD Radical Motion 2026
€124.95Was €200.00
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Hot deal -38%
Starvie Round · Control · Advanced Starvie Kenta Pro 2026
€249.95Was €400.00
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Babolat Round · Control · Advanced Babolat Counter Veron 2.6 2026
€149.95Was €240.00
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Hot deal -37%
Babolat Diamond · Power · Advanced Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 2026
€219.95Was €350.00
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Hot deal -31%
Adidas Round · Control · Intermediate to advanced Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026
€179.95Was €260.00
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Step 1.Be honest about your level.
The most expensive racket is not the best racket for you. A racket that is too demanding makes the game harder, not easier. Start with your level.
Beginner
You are learning the basics and play now and then. You need a racket that is easy to handle: light (345–360 g), with a low or even balance (a low swingweight) and a soft core. The low balance makes it quick and manoeuvrable, the soft core gives you a bigger sweet spot. The shape matters less than most people think.
Black Friday picksAdidas Kanaga Light 3.0 super deal, Adidas Cross It Light 2026 our advice and, for the smallest budget, Head Lynx 2025 for €54.95.
Intermediate
You play every week, the rallies get longer and you start attacking at the net. Now the shape starts to matter: a teardrop or hybrid puts the sweet spot a bit higher, where you hit the ball when you attack. Keep the core soft to medium so the sweet spot stays big enough.
Black Friday picksAdidas Essnova LTD Pro super deal, Nox AT10 Pro Cup Hard 2026, HEAD Radical Motion 2026 and Starvie Kenta Soft (Eva 30) 2026.
Advanced
You play matches or tournaments and you know whether you are the attacker or the defender of your team. You hit the ball in the right spot consistently, so you can handle a harder racket with a smaller sweet spot and a higher balance, and get the most out of it.
For attackersAdidas Metalbone Reserve EDT 2026 our advice, Nox EA10 VENTUS ATTACK 12K Xtreme 2026, Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 2026 and Bullpadel ICON 2026.
For defendersNox VK10 VENTUS CONTROL 12K 2026, Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026 and Wilson Endure Pro V1 2026.
Step 2.Where do you hit the ball?
The shape of the head decides one thing: where the sweet spot is, so where you need to hit the ball. The shape does not make a racket easy or difficult. Balance and hardness do that.
Round
Sweet spot in the centre of the head. A natural fit if you like to defend, lob and place the ball from the back of the court.
PickAdidas Kanaga Light 3.0
Teardrop & hybrid
Sweet spot slightly higher. The all-rounder: you hit a bit higher in the head for more power, without giving up control.
PickAdidas Essnova LTD Pro
Diamond
Sweet spot high in the head. That is where you hit smashes and viboras, so it is made for players who finish the point at the net.
PickAdidas Metalbone Reserve EDT 2026
Balance, hardnessand weight. Simple.
Shapewhere you hit the ball
Balancehow easy it is to handle
Hardnesshow big the sweet spot is
Balance and swingweight: how easy is it to handle?
A low or even balance and a low swingweight mean the weight sits closer to your hand. The racket is more manoeuvrable, quicker at the net and easier to handle. A high, head-heavy balance adds power to your smash, but the racket feels heavier and asks more from your technique.
Hardness: how big is the sweet spot?
The softer the racket, the bigger the sweet spot and the more comfort you get. The harder the racket, the smaller the sweet spot: you have less margin for error, because you have to hit the ball exactly in the right spot. In return a hard racket gives more control and power on fast swings.
Weight
Most padel rackets weigh between 345 and 375 grams. Lighter rackets are faster and easier on your arm. Heavier rackets hit harder and feel more stable, but you feel them after a long match.
Pro tip
Sensitive elbow or shoulder? Choose a lighter racket with a low balance and a soft core, and do not jump straight to a hard, head-heavy racket. Still in doubt? Test rackets first at our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn.
The best racketper player type.
★ Best for beginners -50%
Adidas Light, soft and easy to handle Adidas Kanaga Light 3.0
€99.95Was €200.00
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★ Best all-rounder -55%
Adidas Power and control in one Adidas Essnova LTD Pro
€99.95Was €220.00
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★ Best for control -40%
Adidas Light, soft, sweet spot in the centre Adidas Cross It Light 2026
€179.95Was €300.00
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★ Best for power -35%
Adidas Sweet spot high for big smashes Adidas Metalbone Reserve EDT 2026
€209.95Was €325.00
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★ Best budget -71%
Head A real Head racket under €60 Head Lynx 2025
€54.95Was €190.00
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★ Best premium -49%
Nox Top racket, half the price Nox AT10 GENIUS 18K ALUM 2026
€199.95Was €389.99
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All rackets.Compared.
Every racket in our Black Friday Month at a glance, from beginner to advanced.
Racket
Shape
Style
Level
Black Friday
Was
Off
Adidas Kanaga Light 3.0 Super deal
Round
Control
Beginner – intermediate
€99.95
€200.00
-50%
Adidas Essnova LTD Pro Super deal
Hybrid
All-round
Intermediate – advanced
€99.95
€220.00
-55%
Adidas Cross It Light 2026 Our advice
Round
Control
Beginner – intermediate
€179.95
€300.00
-40%
Adidas Metalbone Reserve EDT 2026 Our advice
Diamond
Power
Advanced
€209.95
€325.00
-35%
Head Lynx 2025
Diamond
Power
Beginner – intermediate
€54.95
€190.00
-71%
Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026
Round
Control
Intermediate – advanced
€179.95
€260.00
-31%
Starvie Kenta Soft (Eva 30) 2026
Round
Control
Intermediate – advanced
€224.95
€400.00
-44%
Starvie Kenta Ultra Speed Soft (Eva 28) 2026
Round
Control
Intermediate
€249.95
€400.00
-38%
Nox AT10 Pro Cup Hard 2026
Teardrop
All-round
Intermediate – advanced
€124.95
€199.95
-38%
HEAD Radical Motion 2026
Teardrop
All-round
Intermediate – advanced
€124.95
€200.00
-38%
Head Speed Motion 2025
Teardrop
All-round
Intermediate – advanced
€124.95
€240.00
-48%
Nox AT10 GENIUS 18K ALUM 2026
Teardrop
All-round
Intermediate – advanced
€199.95
€389.99
-49%
Head Gravity Pro 2024
Round
Control
Advanced
€134.95
€240.00
-44%
Nox VK10 VENTUS CONTROL 12K 2026
Round
Control
Advanced
€139.95
€299.95
-53%
Babolat Counter Veron 2.6 2026
Round
Control
Advanced
€149.95
€240.00
-38%
Wilson Endure Pro V1 2026
Round
Control
Advanced
€159.95
€320.00
-50%
Adidas Metalbone CTRL 2026
Round
Control
Advanced
€229.95
€400.00
-43%
Starvie Kenta Pro 2026
Round
Control
Advanced
€249.95
€400.00
-38%
Nox EA10 VENTUS HYBRID 12K Xtreme 2026
Hybrid
All-round
Advanced
€149.95
€339.95
-56%
Bullpadel Hack 04 Hybrid 2026
Hybrid
All-round
Advanced
€189.95
€320.00
-41%
Bullpadel Neuron 02 Edge 2026
Hybrid
All-round
Advanced
€199.95
€330.00
-39%
Head Extreme Motion 2025
Diamond
Power
Advanced
€139.95
€240.00
-42%
Wilson Defy V1
Diamond
Power
Advanced
€144.95
€290.00
-50%
Nox EA10 VENTUS ATTACK 12K Xtreme 2026
Diamond
Power
Advanced
€149.95
€339.95
-56%
Wilson Defy Pro V1
Diamond
Power
Advanced
€159.95
€290.00
-45%
Babolat Technical Viper Soft 3.0 2026
Diamond
Power
Advanced
€169.95
€280.00
-39%
Nox AT10 GENIUS ATTACK 18K ALUM 2026
Teardrop
Power
Advanced
€179.95
€359.95
-50%
Bullpadel ICON 2026
Diamond
Power
Advanced
€179.95
€310.00
-42%
Babolat Technical Viper 3.0 2026
Diamond
Power
Advanced
€219.95
€350.00
-37%
Adidas Metalbone Pro EDT 2026
Diamond
Power
Advanced
€239.95
€425.00
-44%
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Which padel racket is best for beginners?
A light racket (345–360 g) with a low or even balance and a soft core. The low balance makes it easy to handle, the soft core gives you a bigger sweet spot. This Black Friday our top pick is the Adidas Kanaga Light 3.0.
Is a diamond racket a good idea for beginners?
The shape itself is not the problem: it only moves the sweet spot higher in the head. But most diamond rackets are also head-heavy and hard, and that makes them harder to handle and less forgiving. Look at the balance and hardness first.
Soft or hard racket: what should I choose?
Softer means a bigger sweet spot and more comfort, so more balls come back even when you do not hit them perfectly. Harder means a smaller sweet spot and less margin for error, but more control and power if you hit fast and accurately. Most club players are best off with soft or medium.
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Our Black Friday Month runs until Monday 30 November 2026, 23:59. All deals are while stocks last and are not restocked at the promotional price.
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The Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2027 lands as the lightweight attacking racket in Oxdog's new generation. We received the first units at PadelShop.com and measured one on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro. Here is what you can expect from the racket, who it suits, and what makes it a notable release in the 2027 line-up.
Oxdog has built a reputation for diamond-shaped attacking rackets that stay accessible in the hand, and the Ultimate Pro Light 2027 takes that philosophy a step further. Diamond geometry with a lightweight build, a hard EVA Medium+ core, and an HES Carbon 8K face with a rough carbon surface. The result is an attacking racket that behaves like a lighter all-round racket in the swing, which is an unusual combination in this segment.
What is new in the 2027 version
The headline update for the 2027 generation is the RBS (Racket Balance System). A 6-gram stainless steel counterweight sits in the handle and can be added or removed without tools, letting you tune the balance of the racket between a lighter maneuverable setup and a more head-heavy attacking setup. If you want more mass behind the smash, add the weight. If you want the fastest swing at the net, leave it off. You decide the character.
Beyond the RBS system, Oxdog has refined the face construction with HES Carbon 8K. The 8K carbon weave gives a stiff direct response on impact while the rough carbon surface finish adds grip on the ball for spin on bandeja and vibora. Combined with the EVA Medium+ core, this delivers a firm feel that favors power on attacking shots.
Our measurement
Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2027
HARDNESS 66 / 75
softhard
Hard. The EVA Medium+ core returns the ball firmly on impact for a direct response and plenty of ball speed on power shots, while still being manageable on the arm for an advanced player.
50 - 54extremely soft
55 - 60very soft
61 - 63soft
64 - 66hard
67 - 70very hard
70 +extremely hard
SWINGWEIGHT 150 / 185
near handin head
Very maneuverable. Unusually low for a diamond. Most diamonds sit above 160 for leverage on the smash. Oxdog has gone the other way: lighter build, lower swingweight, faster reaction at the net. Add the 6-gram RBS weight to shift the swingweight up.
below 160maneuverable
161 - 170neutral
171 and higherstiff
Who the Ultimate Pro Light 2027 is for
This racket suits advanced attacking players who want the sweet spot of a diamond for finishing points from above, but who also play fast net exchanges and prefer a racket that moves quickly with the hand. Right-side players and net specialists will recognise the character immediately: diamond geometry, hard core, direct response, but without the heavy swingweight that usually comes with that package.
It also suits players who want to grow into an attacking racket without the physical demands of a pure heavy diamond. The lower swingweight reduces arm fatigue during long sessions, and the RBS system lets you build up the head weight gradually as your technique and strength develop.
Less suited to players who prioritise control, comfort, or who have a sensitive elbow. The hard core (66 on our scale) puts more load on the arm than a round softer racket does. Also less suited to players who want maximum leverage on the smash from a heavy diamond. For pure power, a diamond with a swingweight above 160 is a better fit.
Specifications
Shape: diamond
Weight: around 350 grams
Balance: head-heavy, adjustable via RBS
Thickness: 38 mm
Frame: carbon
Core: EVA Medium+
Face: HES Carbon 8K
Surface: rough carbon
Feel: medium-hard
Level: advanced
Playing style: attack, power
Brand: Oxdog
Year: 2027
Our hardness measurement: 66 / 75 (hard)
Our swingweight measurement: 150 / 185 (very maneuverable)
How it fits into the rest of the Oxdog line
Oxdog's 2027 line-up centres on the Ultimate Pro family. The standard Ultimate Pro 2027 carries a higher swingweight and more mass towards the head, which gives it the more classic attacking feel. The Ultimate Pro Light 2027 strips the weight back to the maneuverable band while keeping the diamond shape, which makes it the faster more reactive version in the family. If you played a previous Ultimate Pro Light, the 2027 adds the RBS adjustable weight system which was not available on earlier generations.
Test it at our Padel Experience Center
The Ultimate Pro Light 2027 is available to test on court at our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn for 29,95 euros per half hour. You hit real balls with the racket, get personal advice based on your game, and walk in confident before you buy.
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New arrival
Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2027
The fast diamond for attacking players
HARDNESS 66 | SWINGWEIGHT 150
Diamond geometry with a lightweight build. Hard EVA Medium+ core, HES Carbon 8K face, rough carbon surface. New RBS adjustable weight system lets you tune the balance to your game.
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Every Oxdog racket at PadelShop.com is measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro before it ships. Order today or come test the racket at our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn.
Agustín Tapia's all-round signature racket returns for 2027 with a new multilayered core, a lighter balance in the swing, and the same 12K Alum Xtrem aluminized carbon face. We measured both models at PadelShop.com on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro.
On the spec sheet the NOX Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 and the 2026 share almost everything: the same 12K Alum Xtrem aluminized carbon face with 50% less fibre waviness than standard 12K, the same Dual Spin surface with silica sand finish, the same Weight Balance system in the handle, the same Tapia signature. What has changed sits on the inside: a new MLD Black EVA core instead of the HR3 Black EVA of the 2026, paired with a refined weight distribution. Our measurement on the Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro shows exactly how that translates to feel on court.
How we measure
Every NOX racket that enters PadelShop.com is measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro before it leaves the shop. That gives us two objective numbers per racket instead of the marketing language brands use themselves. Together with the balance and the total weight, these two numbers are the knobs that decide how attacking or defensive a racket feels. The shape of the racket decides where the sweet spot sits on the face, not how aggressive the racket is.
Hardness (our scale 50 to 75)
How stiff the core feels on impact. Softer cores let the ball sink deeper into the face for more control and comfort, harder cores push the ball back faster for more power and a more direct response.
Swingweight (our scale 140 to 185)
How heavy the racket feels while you are swinging it. A lower swingweight makes the racket faster in the swing and more defensive in character because you can react quickly. A higher swingweight makes the racket more attacking because there is more mass behind every shot.
Our measurement per racket
NOX Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2026
HARDNESS 62 / 75
softhard
Soft. HR3 Black EVA core with high memory effect, firmer feel on impact than the 2027 for a more direct response on power shots.
50 - 54extremely soft
55 - 60very soft
61 - 63soft
64 - 66hard
67 - 70very hard
70 +extremely hard
SWINGWEIGHT 154 / 185
near handin head
Maneuverable with mass behind the shot. Sits in the lower half of the maneuverable range but 11 points higher than the 2027, which translates to more weight behind every ball.
below 160maneuverable
161 - 170neutral
171 and higherstiff
NOX Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027
HARDNESS 60 / 75
softhard
Very soft. The new MLD Black EVA multilayered core lets the ball sink a touch deeper into the face for a softer response and extra comfort on the arm.
50 - 54extremely soft
55 - 60very soft
61 - 63soft
64 - 66hard
67 - 70very hard
70 +extremely hard
SWINGWEIGHT 143 / 185
near handin head
Very maneuverable. Balance close to the handle. Fast in the swing, quick at the net, easy on the arm during long sessions.
below 160maneuverable
161 - 170neutral
171 and higherstiff
What you feel in the first swing
NOX Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2026
Firm and planted. The HR3 Black EVA core returns the ball with a solid consistent response and the higher swingweight puts more mass behind each shot, which gives a confident feel on the smash and the vibora. The classic all-round Genius character with a touch more attacking bite.
NOX Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027
Snappy and light in the head. The new MLD Black EVA multilayered core softens the response on impact, the ball sinks a fraction deeper into the face, and the lower swingweight makes the racket want to move with your hand. One of the fastest and most comfortable rackets in the Luxury Series.
What has stayed the same
Before we go into what has evolved, everything below is identical on both models. This is why the Genius line stays recognisable from one season to the next.
Shape: teardrop
Weight range: 360 to 375 grams
Thickness: 38 mm
Face: 12K Alum Xtrem aluminized carbon fibre with 50% less fibre waviness than standard 12K
Surface: Dual Spin (3D texture with silica sand finish)
Weight Balance system: interchangeable 2 gram and 4 gram counterweights up to 8 grams total, adjustable without tools
EOS Tunnel: lateral perforations for airflow through the head
Oversize Grip: 30 mm extended handle for two-handed backhands
Signature player: Agustín Tapia
The 12K Alum Xtrem aluminized carbon face is worth highlighting on its own. The aluminium finish keeps the carbon stiff and consistent across temperature changes, so cold winter mornings and warm summer afternoons give you the same feel on the ball. For players who spend a lot of time on outdoor courts, that temperature stability is one of the main reasons to choose a NOX aluminized carbon face over a standard carbon face.
Where the NOX Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 has evolved
This generation brings a real material change, not just a rebalanced head. The 2026 was built around the HR3 Black EVA core, a high-density multilayered foam with strong memory effect that NOX positioned as "intermediate-hard" in feel. For 2027 NOX has replaced that core with the new MLD Black EVA, a multilayered EVA with variable density across the layers. Our measurement picks up the shift: hardness drops from 62 to 60 on our scale, which is the move from the soft band into the very soft band. The ball sits a fraction longer on the face, dampening is better, and the arm feels fresher after long matches.
On top of the new core, NOX has refined the internal weight distribution. The Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 carries the same total weight range as the 2026 but the balance point sits closer to the handle, which is what our Wilson Baiardo picks up as a lower swingweight. In practice that means a more defensive-oriented character out of the box: faster at the net, easier to react with on volleys and quick exchanges. The Weight Balance system rewards this evolution: add up to 8 grams through the counterweight slot in the handle and you shift the character back towards a more attacking feel, or leave it off for the lightest and most reactive setup.
How they play on court
At the net
The Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 shines in reactive exchanges. The lower swingweight gives you more time between shots, which pays off on quick blocks, defensive volleys, double vibora rallies and switches between defence and attack. The Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2026 responds with its own strength: when a ball sits up for you, the extra mass behind the shot turns that volley into a heavier ball for your opponent.
On the smash
The Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2026 carries the natural advantage here through more mass behind the shot and a firmer core. The Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 still finishes points well and rewards a full technical swing, and thanks to the Weight Balance system you can add up to 8 grams of head weight yourself to bring more mass into the smash while keeping the base racket faster in the swing.
On vibora and bandeja
The Dual Spin surface is unchanged so the grip on the ball is identical on both models. The Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 generates spin through faster head acceleration thanks to the lower swingweight. The softer MLD Black EVA core gives you a fraction more dwell time on the ball for a cleaner spin bite.
From the back of the court
Both rackets defend comfortably. The Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 asks less of the wrist on recovery swings under pressure thanks to the softer core and lower swingweight, which pays off in the third set when your arm starts to feel the match. The Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2026 feels more planted when you have time to load a big defensive shot.
Comfort through long sessions
This is the biggest practical shift between the two generations. The Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 is noticeably friendlier for players who feel padel elbow starting or who play multiple matches per week. The new MLD Black EVA core absorbs impact better than the firmer HR3 Black EVA, and the lower swingweight reduces the load on the wrist and elbow on every swing. This is one of the strongest reasons the 2027 has become the recommended choice for players stepping up into the Genius line.
Test both rackets at our Padel Experience Center
Both rackets are available to test on court at our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn for 29,95 euros per half hour. You hit real balls with both models, get personal advice based on your game and playing style, and walk in confident about which racket suits you before you buy.
Our recommendation
For the vast majority of players stepping into the Genius line today, the NOX Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 is the racket to go for. The new MLD Black EVA core is softer and more comfortable than the HR3 Black EVA of the 2026, the balance sits closer to the handle for a faster more defensive-friendly swing, and the Weight Balance system still lets you dial in head weight if you want more attacking punch on the smash. You get the flexibility of two characters in one racket plus the latest core technology in the NOX Luxury Series.
The NOX Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2026 remains a strong alternative for players who specifically prefer the firmer HR3 Black EVA response and the extra mass behind their shots. If you already play the 2026 and love it, there is no reason to change. If you are choosing between them for the first time, the 2027 is our recommendation.
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NOX Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027
The soft fast evolution
HARDNESS 60 | SWINGWEIGHT 143
New MLD Black EVA multilayered core for a softer feel, lower swingweight for a faster more defensive-friendly swing, and the same Weight Balance system to tune head weight yourself.
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NOX Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2026
The firm planted all-round feel
HARDNESS 62 | SWINGWEIGHT 154
HR3 Black EVA high-memory core for a firmer direct response with more mass behind the shot for players who want a solid all-round Genius with attacking bite.
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Every NOX racket at PadelShop.com is measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro before it ships. Order today or come test both models at our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn.
Agustín Tapia's signature racket returns for 2027 with the same premium build and a refined balance that changes how the racket moves in the swing. We measured both models at PadelShop.com on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro.
On the spec sheet the NOX Genius 18K Alum 2027 and the 2026 look almost identical, and that is by design. NOX has kept everything that makes the Genius what it is: the 18K aluminised carbon face, the MLD Black EVA multilayered core, the Dual Spin surface, the Weight Balance system in the handle, the Tapia signature. Two rackets from the same premium DNA. What our measurement reveals is where the Genius 18K Alum 2027 has evolved and how it compares to the Genius 18K Alum 2026.
How we measure
Every NOX racket that enters PadelShop.com is measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro before it leaves the shop. That gives us two objective numbers per racket instead of the marketing language brands use themselves.
Hardness (our scale 50 to 75)
How stiff the core feels on impact. Softer cores let the ball sink deeper into the face for more control and comfort, harder cores push the ball back faster for more power and a more direct response.
Swingweight (our scale 140 to 185)
How heavy the racket feels while you are swinging it. A lower swingweight makes the racket faster in the swing and more responsive at the net. A higher swingweight puts more mass at impact for a planted powerful feel on the smash.
Our measurement per racket
NOX Genius 18K Alum 2026
HARDNESS 62 / 75
softhard
Soft. Multilayered MLD Black EVA core absorbs impact and gives a solid response on power shots.
50 - 54extremely soft
55 - 60very soft
61 - 63soft
64 - 66hard
67 - 70very hard
70 +extremely hard
SWINGWEIGHT 158 / 185
near handin head
Maneuverable with power accent. Mass sits higher on the face for a heavier ball through impact.
below 160maneuverable
161 - 170neutral
171 and higherstiff
NOX Genius 18K Alum 2027
HARDNESS 61 / 75
softhard
Soft. Same MLD Black EVA character, sitting at the softer end of the band for extra forgiveness.
50 - 54extremely soft
55 - 60very soft
61 - 63soft
64 - 66hard
67 - 70very hard
70 +extremely hard
SWINGWEIGHT 144 / 185
near handin head
Very maneuverable. Balance close to the handle: fast in the swing, quick at the net, easy on the arm.
below 160maneuverable
161 - 170neutral
171 and higherstiff
What you feel in the first swing
NOX Genius 18K Alum 2026
Solid and planted. You feel the mass in the head from the first pick-up, which rewards a full technical swing and makes the racket punch through the ball on the smash. The classic professional Genius feel that has defined Tapia's line.
NOX Genius 18K Alum 2027
Snappy and light in the head. The racket wants to move with your hand, quick to whip through vibora and bandeja, and it stays fresh through long sessions. The Genius DNA is unmistakable, the response just arrives a fraction earlier.
What has stayed the same
Before we go into what has evolved, everything below is identical on both models. This is why the Genius line stays recognisable from one season to the next.
Shape: teardrop with the same mould geometry
Weight range: 360 to 375 grams
Thickness: 38 mm
Face: 18K aluminised carbon fibre
Core: MLD Black EVA multilayered core with variable density
Surface: Dual Spin (3D texture with silica sand finish)
Weight Balance system: interchangeable 2 gram and 4 gram counterweights up to 8 grams total, adjustable without tools
EOS Tunnel: lateral perforations for airflow through the head
Signature player: Agustín Tapia
Where the NOX Genius 18K Alum 2027 has evolved
NOX has kept the materials of the Genius identical and refined the internal weight distribution. The Genius 18K Alum 2027 carries the same total weight range as the 2026 but the balance point sits closer to the handle, which is what our Wilson Baiardo picks up as a more maneuverable swingweight. In practice that means a quicker racket at the net without giving up the premium 18K carbon feel through the ball.
The Weight Balance system rewards this evolution: if you want the Genius 18K Alum 2027 to sit a touch more head-heavy, add up to 8 grams through the counterweight slot in the handle and you shift the character back towards the planted feel. You tune the racket to your own game.
How they play on court
At the net
The Genius 18K Alum 2027 shines in reactive exchanges. Quick blocks, defensive volleys, double vibora rallies and switches between defence and attack all feel a fraction earlier. The Genius 18K Alum 2026 responds with its own strength: when a ball sits up for you at the net, its mass turns that volley into a heavier ball for your opponent.
On the smash
The Genius 18K Alum 2026 carries the natural leverage advantage here through more head weight. The Genius 18K Alum 2027 still finishes points well and rewards a full technical swing, and thanks to the Weight Balance system you can add up to 8 grams of head weight yourself to bring more mass into the smash while keeping the base racket faster in the swing.
On vibora and bandeja
The Dual Spin surface is unchanged so the grip on the ball is identical on both models. The Genius 18K Alum 2027 generates spin through faster head acceleration, which is where most modern players build their attacking rhythm from the top of the face.
From the back of the court
Both rackets defend comfortably thanks to the MLD Black EVA core absorbing energy the same way on both. The Genius 18K Alum 2027 asks a little less of the wrist on recovery swings under pressure, which pays off in the third set when your arm starts to feel the match.
Comfort through long sessions
The Genius 18K Alum 2027 is the friendlier option for players who feel padel elbow starting or who play multiple matches per week. The lower swingweight and slightly softer core work together to reduce load on the wrist and elbow. This is one of the strongest reasons the 2027 has become the recommended choice for players stepping up into the Genius line.
Test both rackets at our Padel Experience Center
Both rackets are available to test on court at our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn for 29,95 euros per half hour. You hit real balls with both models, get personal advice based on your game and playing style, and walk in confident about which racket suits you before you buy.
Our recommendation
For the vast majority of players stepping into the Genius line today, the NOX Genius 18K Alum 2027 is the racket to go for. The refined balance makes it faster at the net, easier on the arm and more forgiving during long sessions, without losing the premium 18K carbon feel that defines Tapia's signature line. The Weight Balance system lets you dial in head weight yourself if you want more punch on the smash, so you get the flexibility of two characters in one racket.
The NOX Genius 18K Alum 2026 remains a strong alternative for players who specifically want the classic planted head-heavy Genius feel and generate their power through mass rather than head speed. If you already play the 2026 and love it, there is no reason to change. If you are choosing between them for the first time, the 2027 is our recommendation.
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Our pick
NOX Genius 18K Alum 2027
The fast all-round evolution
HARDNESS 61 | SWINGWEIGHT 144
Same Genius DNA, refined balance for a faster more maneuverable swing. Comfortable on the arm through long sessions. Weight Balance system lets you add head weight yourself.
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NOX Genius 18K Alum 2026
The classic planted power feel
HARDNESS 62 | SWINGWEIGHT 158
Head-heavy Genius character with mass at impact for players who finish points with the smash.
Shop the Genius 2026
Every NOX racket at PadelShop.com is measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro before it ships. Order today or come test both models at our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn.
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