2023
Bullpadel
Hack Junior 2023
Diamond320gHigh BalancePowerAdvanced
£39 RRP £79
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ShapeDiamond
Weight320g
BalanceHigh
LevelAdvanced
StylePower
CoreEVA (Evalastic Rubber)
FaceFiberglass (Polyglass)
FrameCarbon
Our Verdict
The Bullpadel Hack Junior 2023 is a serious piece of equipment for a serious young player. Built around a Polyglass fiberglass face, Evalastic rubber core, and Carbon Tube frame, it mirrors the construction logic of the adult Hack line used by Paquito Navarro, scaled down for a junior profile. The diamond shape and high balance make it a natural fit for the advanced junior who has already developed a reliable technique and wants to express power at the net. For the right player — one already competing at a high junior level and comfortable with a demanding swing weight — this racket will feel genuinely purposeful and rewarding.
Pros
- Advanced juniors who like to take the initiative will find the top-heavy balance adds real leverage on smashes and overhead finishes, translating natural arm speed into noticeably more pace at the point of contact.
- The Evalastic rubber core absorbs enough vibration to keep the feel clean and manageable without dulling the ball's exit speed, which matters when a junior is still developing consistent technique.
- The Carbon Tube frame gives this racket a rigidity that more budget junior offerings cannot match, meaning the head geometry stays true under repeated hard contact and the racket holds its performance across a full season of training.
Cons
- Junior players who are still developing their technique or who play primarily from the back court will struggle with the unforgiving high balance and compact sweet spot — this racket demands a level of consistency and physical development that genuine beginners or improvers simply will not have yet.
In Depth
The Face
Fiberglass (Polyglass)
Fiberglass (Polyglass) face construction.
The Core
EVA (Evalastic Rubber)
EVA core — a medium-density rubber that balances feel with energy return. Firmer than EVA Soft, giving a more direct response on hard contact and better power transfer.
Shape & Balance
Diamond · High Balance
The head-heavy weight distribution increases leverage through the swing arc, translating directly into pace on smashes and aggressive volleys. The sweet spot sits high on the face — effective when attacking, but demands cleaner contact than a round or teardrop would.
Who Buys This
Advanced · Power players
Experienced players who favour aggressive, attacking play. Suited to competitive club players who dominate from the net and want maximum pace on smashes and volleys. Demands clean contact — rewards it with explosive performance.
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