2024
Lok
Carb-On Flow
Round368gLow BalanceControlAdvanced
£96 RRP £218
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ShapeRound
Weight368g
BalanceLow
LevelAdvanced
StyleControl
CoreCustom EVA (fast recovery)
FaceCarbon (C6 multi-layer)
FrameCarbon
Price History
Current price£96
21-day low£96
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21-day high£103down £7 from peak
Our Verdict
The Lok Carb-On Flow 2024 is a technically well-conceived control racket that earns its place in the advanced category through genuine engineering rather than marketing language. The combination of C6 multi-layer carbon faces, 3D Spin Lines, and a fast-recovery Custom EVA core gives advanced players the tools to impose a precise, effect-laden game from the back court and through mid-court exchanges. The low balance keeps the racket manoeuvrable under pressure, particularly important when defending at pace from the glass. The Dynamic Holes System adds a modest power dimension without compromising the racket's fundamentally controlled character — useful when an advanced player steps in to attack. For the strategically minded advanced player who wins points through placement and spin rather than brute force, the Flow 2024 is a serious and honest option.
Pros
- Players who live at the back of the court will appreciate how cleanly the centrally positioned sweet spot returns even off-tempo balls, rewarding consistent technique with reliable placement rather than punishing slight mishits.
- Generating heavy spin is noticeably easier here than on most control-oriented round rackets, thanks to the 3D Spin Lines embossed across the face, which grip the ball and allow advanced players to shape shots with precision.
- The Gradual Face reliefs work with the fast-recovery Custom EVA core to damp down vibration and sharpen feel on touch shots, giving experienced players genuine feedback on contact rather than a muffled, anonymous response.
Cons
- Players who rely on smash power and point-finishing aggression at the net will find the low balance and round shape noticeably limit swing-through leverage, making this a poor fit for an attacking-first game style.
In Depth
The Face
Carbon (C6 multi-layer)
Carbon face — stiff construction with direct power transfer. Crisp feel on contact that rewards clean striking technique with responsive ball speed.
The Core
Custom EVA (fast recovery)
Foam core — the softest core material available. Excellent vibration absorption and a large effective sweet spot, making it the most forgiving option on off-centre hits.
Shape & Balance
Round · Low Balance
The most forgiving combination available. Maximum sweet spot coverage, fast handling, and easy manoeuvrability. Designed for players who want to keep the ball in play consistently.
Who Buys This
Advanced · Control players
Experienced players with solid technique who prioritise ball placement and tactical precision. Suited to competitive club players who construct points patiently rather than looking for outright winners.
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