Description
Star Vie Raptor + 2026 – A balance of power, control and manoeuvrability
The Star Vie Raptor + 2026 is a versatile teardrop-shaped padel racket for players seeking the perfect combination of power, control and manoeuvrability. The 3D Carbon surface ensures stability and precise response, whilst the M-EVA Balance core offers a medium-firm feel with good ball speed, control and comfort.
The Raptor + particularly stands out thanks to its new Anti-Vibe and Dynamic Star technologies. Anti-Vibe helps to reduce vibrations, whilst the Dynamic Star system allows the racket’s balance to be adjusted to suit the player’s preferences.
Key features
- Teardrop-shaped head for versatile play
- Mid-balance for better manoeuvrability
- 3D Carbon surface for greater stability and precision
- M-EVA Balance core for a balance of power and control
- Spin Boost Tech textured surface for greater spin
- Anti-Vibe for vibration damping
- Dynamic Star for adjustable balance
- Five Sides Tech for greater stability and precision
- Reactive Holes for improved ball release
Feel on the court
The Star Vie Raptor + 2026 delivers a balanced and responsive game, allowing you to transition easily from defence to attack.
- At the net: stable and precise volleying
- In defence: good control and manoeuvrability
- In attack: sufficient power for aggressive shots
- Spin: the Spin Boost Tech surface helps generate more spin
The mid-balance makes the racket easy to handle, whilst the Dynamic Star system allows you to tailor its feel even more precisely to your playing style.
Star Vie technologies
3D Carbon
A 3D carbon structure that increases stability and improves responsiveness on every shot.
M-EVA Balance
A medium-firm core that provides a balanced combination of power, control and comfort.
Spin Boost Tech
A textured surface that helps increase ball spin and control.
Anti-Vibe
Technology that helps absorb vibrations and improves comfort during play.
Dynamic Star
An adjustable weight system that allows the racket’s balance to be adjusted to suit the player’s preferences.
Five Sides Tech
A rigid racket profile design for greater stability and precision.
Reactive Holes
A curved pattern of holes that improves stability, accuracy and ball launch.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Shape | Teardrop |
| Weight | 368 ± 8 g |
| Balance | Medium |
| Core | M-EVA Balance |
| Surface | 3D Carbon |
| Thickness | 38 mm |
| Playing style | Versatile / All-round |
| Level | Professional / Semi-pro |
Who is the Star Vie Raptor + suitable for?
This racket is suitable for players who:
- want a versatile racket for different playing styles;
- are looking for a balance between power and control;
- prefer a mid-balance racket;
- value good manoeuvrability;
- want the option to adjust the racket’s balance.
The Star Vie Raptor + 2026 is an excellent choice for experienced players looking for a technical and versatile racket with a stable feel, good control and sufficient power in attack.
