Babolat Technical Viper Soft 3.0 Padel Racket
Comfort and power redefined
The Technical Viper Soft 3.0 from Babolat represents a brand-new entry into the Technical family, designed for advanced players craving utmost power without aggravating their arms. Similar to its cousin the Juan Lebron 3.0 Viper Soft, the Technical 3.0 Viper Soft is a more comfortable option compared to the standard Viper. The primary difference is in the hitting surface's "twill" 3K carbon layup instead of the standard 3K to make for a softer impact and increased dwell time. The twill carbon fiber is both lighter and more flexible than the carbon used in the regular Viper, which allows the contact point to facilitate more dwell time in order for increased comfort and ease when shaping shots. To further boost its stability and comfort, the Black E.V.A. foam internally softens every impact with ease. Additionally, the Viper Soft is on average 5 grams lighter than its sibling at 365 grams, compared to 370 on the Viper. Leaning away from the rounded tip as seen on other Babolat diamond rackets, the 3.0 Technical family gets a more angular profile at the end of the frame, what Babolat refers to as a Reinforcement Window. This new design increases both the racket's swingweight and twistweight, making it more powerful through the air and more stable while turning over resulting in more power access. Now standard within all the Technical rackets, Babolat's Dynamic Stability system boosts both aerodynamics and structural rigidity through curated air channels in the throat, in addition to a center bar for more sturdiness from handle to tip. Also new for this 3.0 Technical family is a slightly shorter handle, which increases maneuverability across the board. Additionally, the Technical Viper Soft 3.0 makes good use of Babolat's Holes Pattern System, which opts for smaller holes more in the center for increased precision, and larger holes around the edge of the racket for more forgiveness on off-center shots. In the heart of the racket, Babolat's Vibrabsorb System utilizes inserted elastomers that reduce vibrations in areas of high impact. This unique offering within Babolat's power family is aimed at increasing comfort for those who need higher levels of pace production. Additionally, for players who like to take advantage of longer dwell time when shaping their shots, the Technical Viper Soft 3.0 is excellent for letting players "hold" onto the ball a little more. This unique combination of comfort and power is rarely seen in these more advanced, diamond-shaped rackets. For advanced players who don't want their arms to fall off, consider the Technical Viper Soft 3.0 for devastating power and plushness.
- Weight: 365 Grams (+/-10)
- Balance: 270mm
- Head Shape: Diamond
- Beam: 38mm
- Core Composition: Black E.V.A
- Surface Composition: 3K Carbon (Twill)
- Ability Level: Intermediate / Advanced
Technologies:
- 3D Spin+: Reliefs on the racket surface combined with a rough finishing that allows to print even more spin to the ball and have a better control.
- Black E.V.A.: More elastic foam giving the player maximum power and comfort when hitting the ball.
- Vibrabsorb System: Better vibration absorption thanks to a new elastomer material integrated into the graphite of the racket's heart that provides more comfort on each shot and reduces the risks of injury.
- 3K Carbon: Woven carbon fiber used on the surface of the racket to give maximal explosiveness and precision.
- Holes Pattern System: Optimized distribution and size of holes for each racket shape to boost power transmission and increase precision when returning shots.
- Dynamic Stability System: The unique heart design, with its reinforced central bar, increases the racket's stability to develop more power and easier ball control.