Starvie Drax+ 2027
The StarVie Drax+ 2027 is a teardrop-shaped racket with medium balance. Developed for intermediate players who want to play versatile: the teardrop shape sits between a round racket and a diamond, with a sweetspot slightly higher on the face than a round racket. Combines a 12K Carbon Hyper face with a medium-hard M-EVA Balance core.
Our measurement
The key characteristics at a glance
Measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro. Objective measurements, no marketing claims.
Hard (64 on our scale). The ball sinks less into the face and bounces back faster. More control over where you place the ball, but you have to supply the energy yourself. With a sensitive elbow a harder face is a consideration.
Our hardness scale
Neutral (160 on our scale). For reference: rackets built purely around power often sit at 165 or higher, while control rackets sit around 150. This racket sits in between.
Our swingweight scale
352 to 368 grams (our measurement: 354 g)
medium
In practice: a teardrop racket with a medium balance. The sweetspot sits slightly higher on the face than a round racket and is still reasonably large. Choose this racket when you hit both centrally and slightly higher on the face.
Who suits this racket
Well suited to: intermediate: players who want to play versatile and who do not commit to one type of shot. The teardrop shape sits between round and diamond: slightly more sweetspot than a diamond, slightly more attacking potential than a round racket.
Less suited to: players who specifically choose pure control or pure power. For those extremes a round or diamond racket is more effective. In that case have a look at our selection of rackets for padel elbow.
How does this racket play?
The sweetspot of a teardrop racket sits slightly higher on the face than a round racket. It is still a generous hit zone, but with a light accent towards the top. Shots that land slightly higher keep their return.
How attacking or maneuverable this racket plays depends on weight, balance and swingweight. Our measurement: 354 grams, swingweight 160.
The technology: what do you notice?
- 12K Carbon Hyper (the face): carbon face built from 12,000 filaments. What you notice: a wider sweetspot than standard 18K carbon, with a softer feel on impact.
- M-EVA Balance (the core): medium-hard rubber core. What you notice: firm but not rock-hard. Enough feedback for control, with enough comfort for long sessions.
- Hepta Bridge: 7-sided bridge in the heart of the racket. What you notice: the frame feels solid on impact and stays light in the swing.
- Shock Shield: technical rubber insert built into the frame. Absorbs vibrations and helps hold the balance of the racket.
- SpinBoost (rough texture): textured face surface that gives extra spin on shots like bandeja and vibora.
- Airflow Design: aerodynamic frame that smooths the swing phase.
- Longer Handgrip + Z-Shock: longer handle with anti-shock rubber that absorbs vibrations.
Specifications
- Shape: teardrop
- Balance: medium
- Level: intermediate
- Playing style: versatile
- Weight: 352 to 368 grams
- Thickness: 38 mm
- Core: M-EVA Balance
- Face: 12K Carbon Hyper
- Surface: SpinBoost (rough texture)
- Brand: StarVie
- Year: 2027
Frequently asked questions
Who does the Drax+ suit best?
players who want to play versatile and who do not commit to one type of shot. The teardrop shape sits between round and diamond: slightly more sweetspot than a diamond, slightly more attacking potential than a round racket.
Is the Drax+ suitable with tennis elbow or a sensitive elbow?
The core at hardness 64 is reasonably firm. With existing elbow complaints this is not the most logical racket, since a harder core transfers more vibrations. We are happy to help you find a suitable alternative.
What makes 12K Carbon Hyper (the face) special?
carbon face built from 12,000 filaments. What you notice: a wider sweetspot than standard 18K carbon, with a softer feel on impact.
Can I test the Drax+ before buying?
Yes. At our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn you test the racket on court for 29.95 euros. You get half an hour of playing time and we advise based on your game and physical preferences.
Why buy at PadelShop.com
We are an official StarVie 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, have the balance tuned with adjustment weights, and benefit from fast worldwide delivery.
Starvie Drax+ 2027
