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Exceptional power delivery with Carbon Flex technology

Requires advanced skill level to maximize performance

Sandy face grips the ball for real spin

Softer block against hard flat balls

Strong kick smash and víbora

Muted feel at slow and medium pace

High power on smashes and drives

Demands developed technique

Quick in the hand at the net

Less smash power than the Pearl or Vertex 05 W

Fast in the hand at the net

Less forgiving off centre than the Vertex 04 W

Likely low vibration from the cork layer

Probably limited punch on flat smashes

Excellent balance of speed, power, and control

May require technical proficiency to fully leverage its capabilities

Excellent balance between power and control

Premium price point (€239.95+)

Exceptional control and precision

Premium price point

Exceptional maneuverability (9.1/10) for quick adaptations

Power generation (6.6/10) may be insufficient for some aggressive players

Exceptional control and precision for tactical play

Not designed for pure power players seeking maximum smash impact

Stable against heavy pace at the net

Measures heavier than its stated 365g

Teardrop shape should give a forgiving, versatile hitting zone

Premium Pro price before anyone has tested it

Free depth on off-centre hits

Less exact placement than the carbon Edge

Widest sweet spot in the Vertex line

No free depth on short swings

Blocks and resets land where you aim

Smash power has to be earned

Explosive power on smashes and overheads

Demanding in defense and off-sweet-spot contacts

Explosive overhead power with clean energy transfer

Small sweet spot exposes mistimed contact

Large sweet spot for a pro-level frame

Less punch on flat smashes than the 12K models

Exceptional maneuverability for a teardrop shape

Limited stability under heavy drives

Outstanding maneuverability and swing speed

Stiff core limits defensive reliability from the right side

Exceptional control with round shape and medium balance

Less powerful for aggressive hitters

Should give a lot of power overhead

Likely demanding for anyone below advanced level