Starvie Phantom 2027
The StarVie Phantom 2027 is a round racket with low balance, developed for intermediate players who put control and precision first. The combination of a 12K Carbon Hyper face and a soft S-EVA Flex core gives you a wide impact area with a comfortable, light feel. For players who like to build the point and place the ball cleanly.
Our measurement
The key characteristics at a glance
Measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro. Objective measurements, no marketing claims.
Soft (61 on our scale). The ball sinks nicely into the face and bounces back smoothly. Forgiving and pleasant for players who value comfort.
Our hardness scale
Maneuverable (145 on our scale). This sits clearly below the level of average rackets. Extremely maneuverable at the net and easy in the swing, suitable for players who make many reactive shots.
Our swingweight scale
347 to 365 grams (our measurement: 347 g)
low
In practice: a round racket with a low balance. The sweetspot sits centrally on the face and is large. Forgiving on shots that do not land exactly in the middle. Choose this racket when you usually hit the ball in the middle of the face.
Who suits this racket
Well suited to: intermediate: players who like to hit the ball centrally on the face and who put precision and control first. The round shape gives you the largest sweetspot and the most forgiveness, keeping your shots consistent even when the pace is high.
Less suited to: players who want to play attacking and hit the ball high on the face, and players who look for maximum power. In that case have a look at our selection of rackets for padel elbow.
How does this racket play?
The sweetspot of a round racket sits centrally on the face and is the largest of all shapes. Shots that you do not hit exactly perfectly centered keep their pace and direction. That makes a round racket the most forgiving.
How attacking or maneuverable this specific racket plays depends on the combination of weight, balance and swingweight. Our measurement: 347 grams, swingweight 145.
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.
- S-EVA Flex (the core): soft rubber core. What you notice: the ball sinks deeper into the face and bounces back smoothly. Comfortable on the arm and forgiving.
- Precision Bridge: construction in the heart of the racket that reinforces the structure. Prevents the racket from turning on impact.
- Core Axis: structural axis in the profile of the frame for extra firmness and a balanced impact.
- SpinBoost (rough texture): textured face surface that gives extra spin on the ball.
- Longer Handgrip + Z-Shock: longer handle with anti-shock rubber that absorbs vibrations.
Specifications
- Shape: round
- Balance: low
- Level: intermediate
- Playing style: control and precision
- Weight: 347 to 365 grams
- Thickness: 38 mm
- Core: S-EVA Flex
- Face: 12K Carbon Hyper
- Surface: SpinBoost (rough texture)
- Brand: StarVie
- Year: 2027
Frequently asked questions
Who does the Phantom suit best?
players who like to hit the ball centrally on the face and who put precision and control first. The round shape gives you the largest sweetspot and the most forgiveness, keeping your shots consistent even when the pace is high.
Is the Phantom suitable with tennis elbow or a sensitive elbow?
The core at hardness 61 is on the softer side, which absorbs vibrations well. Still, with existing complaints it is good to test first. See also our selection for padel elbow.
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 Phantom 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 Phantom 2027
