r/Padelracket

Racket recommendation

so I'm torn between these 4

head coello motion
head extreme motion
nox ea10 ventus attack
vertex geo

for context

i am a right side player, i excel at defense since i have good reflexes

my glass plays are quite good and i have a good instinct on where the ball might go to, i can read spins quite well

on volleys, my reflexes carries me, my technique is not that good yet

i really need to work on my overheads, they are very inconsistent

i struggle with flat smashes, i cant get the timing and the power

i dont even dare to attempt a kick smash yet

it would really help me if someone told me their experience.

thanks

u/Agile-Boysenberry380 — 1 day ago

Help! Which racket is best for me, my playstyle, strengths and weaknesses? Plz

Right now I got the nox at10 12k 2025. If this is the best one. I will stick with it :)

Please ask questions if you need anymore information to make the most informed decision:)

I’ve had it since April 2026. Played like 1-2 times a week consistently with it.

Not sure what I’d change tbh. I think I like it but I’ve only ever had the Dunlop Inferno Pro Carbon before and I really like the Nox compared to the Dunlop. Massive upgrade.

I’d say it’s maybe a bit light? But I think I like it the lightness for manoeuvrability and for most of the gameplay styles, other than maybe the smashes.
I got the 12k coz it’s supposed to be harder and hit more powerfully but maybe I should change to the 18k for more control?

I got the Nox because I struggle to generate power but have great control.

About me:
• I’m small
• I’m very fast and agile on the court
• play mostly right side but like the left side. Get pushed to the right side coz im smaller than 90% of teammates. (Same height as chingotto)
• great defence
• good lobs, bajadas, viboras
• struggle with smashes of all types, bandejas
• decent tennis background, playing padel for a year
• had a few lessons which improved my mistakes drastically very quickly.
• good backhand (from being forced to play right side so much)

left side fun as its very attacking. I think I’d like to get better at left side so I can stop getting forced to play right side. And maybe have more fun?
I can still attack from the right side tho right? I’ve seen small people do por tres from the right side to the right side.
But should I play to my strengths and accept that I am going to be a right sided player for the rest of my padel career and become the best chingotto I can be?

Don’t think I missed anything. Please let me know if you need more clarification. And I really appreciate it :):)

u/JMLORX — 1 day ago

New racket

What is the perfect upgrade from Adidas Metalbone Carbon Ctrl 3.4? I really enjoy the racket and like the control and power. I would like something with a bit more power since i play on the left. What is the best racket that is similar to this lke but a bit more power?

u/Embarrassed-Word-505 — 1 day ago

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Helping people with racket advice part "WE ARE SO BACK!"

Been a while since we last did one of these, but I see a lot of comments on previous posts so thought it was time to bring it back!

So as always all questions are welcome!
Racket advice, my feedback on rackets and even what I had for lunch today.

This is from someone who've tested a lot of rackets and nerded all the specifics.
I wanna say i'm not an expert and don't have +10 years of experience playing padel, but have tried a lot and can tell you how I felt using them and some of their characteristics.

A little disclaimer that I am partnered with Oxdog and a store in Denmark so I can give more in depth advice on their rackets and I do also highly recommend them, but if you got a particular brand you are a big fan of I will ofc help with that 😄
So when giving advice I don't want to be biased, but I think it's fair for people to know that little fact.

Here is the entire list of rackets I've been through +- a couple (there is A LOT)

BABOLAT

Babolat Air Veron 2023
Babolat Air Veron 2025
Babolat Air Viper 2024
Babolat Counter Viper 2025
Babolat Technical Viper 2025
Babolat Air Viper 2025
Babolat Counter Viper 2026
Babolat Air Viper 2026
Babolat Technical Viper Soft 2026
Babolat Technical Viper 2026

NOX

NOX AT10 12k 2024
NOX AT10 18k 2024
NOX AT10 12k 2025
NOX AT10 12k Attack 2025
NOX AT10 18k 2025
NOX AT10 18k Buenos Aires Limited Edition 2025
NOX TL10 Quantum 12k 2025
NOX AT10 12k XTREME 2026
NOX AT10 18k 2026
NOX AT10 18k Attack 2026
NOX OS10 12k 2026 (Oscar Sebber - Danish Pro's racket)
NOX AT10 12k Lite 2026
NOX EA10 Ventus Hybrid 12k XTREME 2026

OXDOG (Can advice on all of the rackets from Oxdog. DM me for more specifics)

ALL OF THEIR RACKETS

RS PADEL (Can advice on all of the rackets from RS. DM me for more specifics)

ALL OF THEIR RACKETS

ADIDAS

Adidas Metalbone 3.4 2025
Adidas Metalbone 3.4 HRD 2025
Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 3.3 2024
Adidas Metalbone Carbon 3.4 2025
Adidas Metalbone Carbon CTRL 2026

SIUX

Siux ST4 Electra 2025
Siux Pegasus Pro 2026
Siux Electra Pro 2026

BULLPADEL

Bullpadel Neuron 02 Edge 2026
Bullpadel Neuron 02 2026
Bullpadel Vertex Hybrid 2026

OTHERS

CORK Supreme Hybrid III
CORK Extreme Deus
Powerful Padel Nemesis One (Danish racket)
Tretorn Supreme VSQZ (both old and new version)
HEAD Coello Motion 2025
Tactical Padel El Jefe Master Edition
Stealth Padel Nemesis
Stealth Padel Aurora
Starvie Triton Balance
Starvie Triton Power
Level Padel Eternal Pro
Wilson Defy Pro v1

u/MikmerGG — 2 days ago

Coming from tennis.

Hey guys. I’ve just had my first game and I’m hooked! I’ve been looking around for padel’s. Is the Wilson Endure Pro V1 worth a purchase? Currently £140.

u/JimmyBigPickle — 1 day ago

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How much has a padel racket REALLY improved your game?

I'm very much a beginner here and I recently bought a Padel racket from Vinted for £15 because I didn't want to have to spend £4 every time I went to play. I have very quickly saved that money.

I can't help but think that a lot of the stuff around padel rackets is a bit smoke and mirrors, especially as a beginner. I'm currently at around 1.6 and apart from injury which stopped me playing for about 6 weeks i have been playing pretty much every week since the start of this year.

I'd love to know your experiences, guys, of changing rackets and testing rackets and finding how much of an improvement or benefit or non-benefit you noticed or felt.

I'm not interested in particularly knowing what brands you have so don't make this a brand pile on to say X is better than Y for example. I just love to know, without mentioning brands, how much of a marked difference different rackets can make to your game for better or worse.

The the reason I'm asking is because a friend of mine recently dropped £330 on a brand new racket. In my head I'm like, "that's quite a lot when you don't know how to play the game yet!". With that same amount I could have 30-odd games around here (Manchester UK) and maybe a coaching session or two and feel that would improve my game a lot more.

NB the racket I bought from Vinted was nothing special. The listing said it was worth around £75 brand new. I never checked tho! I partly bought it because it is a bit battered and bruised and it means that I don't worry about damaging a brand new racket when going for shots near the glass or cage! I might always buy a second hand racket for this reason!

u/kobestarr — 2 days ago

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Racket upgrade from Vertex Hybrid 04

Currently have a Bullpadel vertex hybrid 04 and looking for an upgrade. What do you guys recommend i look into? Potentially looking at the metalbone or viper air.

Been playing for 2yrs (have a history is racket sports), considered a solid 'inter' club level player. Left side player.

u/Competitive-Wing-889 — 2 days ago

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Could the adidas Barricade Team 2 tennis shoes be appropriate for padel courts?

Hello! I have these tennis shoes from years ago that I’ve barely used, and I’ve recently started playing padel (only in running shoes so far). Would anyone know if these would be safe/suitable for padel courts? I believe that these outsoles are for all-court tennis courts.

here is a video showcasing the shoe for more detail.

Thank you.

u/karnyxx — 2 days ago

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Bullpadel Vertex 05 W or Bullpadel Ionic Light 26

I am playing padel for around 1 year, with no racket sport background, but I have been hitting the gym for 8 years. I think I am an intermediate player, around 2.0 - 2.5, playing on the left side. I am currently using a Metalbone Carbon Control 2025 and it has been my first racket. My weaknesses are that when I have a bad teammate, it's hard for me to finish the points and be more decisive. I feel like I win most of my points with a precise ball placement and very little with smashes or volleys.

What I am currently looking for is a racket which offers me some power but also control. What I like about my racket is that it does not have too much ball output when blocking overheads, I rarely hit the backglass when I block. I don't want it to be very hard, I have tried a Bullpadel Hack Hybrid and after playing a couple of games my elbow started to hurt when I hit hard balls.

I was interested in Bullpadel Vertex 05 W because on one side it looks like it is easy to maneuver because of the small weight and will offer me more power due to its shape. Other options would be Bullpadel Vertex Hybrid or Bullpadel Ionic Light 26.

I am curios if anyone used any of these rackets and can provide some feedback about them. Thanks!

u/Unique_Anything — 2 days ago

Weight system

I’ve recently moved from Wilson to adidas and this racket (Arrow Hit CTRL) has the smart weight system attached where it can be changed, however I have no idea where to put the weights. Has anyone experienced or used these before?

u/Elegant_Analysis827 — 2 days ago

Hairline crack

Hey guys, got my first racket the other day ( the Wilson Optix V2 Lite) and after my first use there’s these hairline cracks along the perimeter of the edge.

I genuinely didn’t hit the wall or cage at all, but definitely was hitting the ball as hard as I could almost while messing around and warming up. Are these normal/to be expected? Or is this something I should contact the shop about?

u/Winnisterr — 2 days ago

Would you return this racket?

I just received this racket. A Nox At10 12k genius 2026.

It has a small inperfection around the left most hole. I'm curious if this would make the racket damage easily or it is so small it is of no concern.

u/B4zoom — 2 days ago

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my second racket in way

366gr rbs plate + plastic + wrist strap. included

not bad 😜😜😜👍👍

u/yasstun — 3 days ago

Best quality/built racket

Price aside what is the best quality and best built racket out?

I currently run a 2025 Nox AT10 12k and I am not impressed with build quality and the attention to detail

u/RowAwkward6279 — 3 days ago

▲ 5 r/Padelracket

Switching to siux

I am switching from nox at10 18k 2025 -> siux electra pro 2026. Ordered the new racquet waiting to come in. Ive used the nox at10 18k racquet for about 1year and a half now, i had the 2024 version before the 2025. Wanted a harder racquet with less trampoline effect but didnt like the 2026 12k at10 that much so decided to try a siux as ive always wanted. How does it play compared to the at10 lineup?

u/jeansahmanovic — 2 days ago

Have i bought a fake?

Bought it off marketplace and my biggest concerns is that there is no barcode on the side sticker and i cant find a serial number anywhere. He did sent me the mail of the reciept, which looks real and I know the website.
What do u guys Think?

u/Prudent-Document-590 — 3 days ago

any opinion on MisterPadel.com? Did you have problems with them ?

If you had any problems with them, in what country did you order ?

u/LoudButterfly3800 — 2 days ago

AT10 18K Attack 2025 owner: AT10 12K 2026 or AT10 18K 2026 as my next racket?

Hi everyone,

I'm currently playing with the NOX AT10 18K Attack 2025 and I'm very happy with it overall. I like the power, the solid feel, and the offensive style it offers.

Now I'm considering upgrading and I'm torn between:

AT10 12K 2026 atk
AT10 18K 2026 atk

I'd love to hear from anyone who has played with these rackets and can share their experience.

Thanks!

u/SM4SH0 — 3 days ago