2024
StarVie
Radar 2024
Teardrop368gMedium BalanceBalancedBeginner
£105 RRP £154
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ShapeTeardrop
Weight368g
BalanceMedium
LevelBeginner
StyleBalanced
CoreUltra Speed Soft foam
FaceFiberglass
FrameFiberglass + Carbon
Price History
Current price£105
21-day low£105
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21-day high£112down £7 from peak
Our Verdict
The StarVie Radar 2024 is a well-considered entry-level racket that prioritises comfort and accessibility above all else. The combination of the Ultra Speed Soft foam core, Flex Core fiberglass faces, and Reinforcement Torsion System frame creates an exceptionally arm-friendly package that removes common barriers for new players — jarring vibration, small sweet spots, and unwieldy swing weight. Made entirely in Spain, it carries the quality control you'd expect from StarVie's domestic production. For someone picking up a padel racket for the first time, or returning to the sport after a break, the Radar 2024 provides a genuinely supportive platform to build technique and confidence without the racket getting in the way.
Pros
- Mistimed hits feel noticeably softer and more forgiving than on firmer rackets, thanks to the ultra-soft foam core and flexible fiberglass faces working together to absorb impact rather than punish poor contact.
- Vibration reaching the grip is well damped, a direct result of the Reinforcement Torsion System integrated into the frame — players with sensitivity in the elbow or wrist will appreciate this across a full session.
- The centred sweet spot and medium balance combine to make this one of the easier rackets to swing cleanly for players still developing their technique, reducing fatigue during longer practice sessions.
Cons
- Any player who has moved beyond beginner level will quickly find the soft core and fiberglass construction too muted for the precision and energy return needed in competitive or aggressive play.
In Depth
The Face
Fiberglass
Fibreglass face — the most flexible surface material in padel. Absorbs pace on contact and returns it with a natural flex effect, particularly effective on softer touch shots.
The Core
Ultra Speed Soft foam
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
Teardrop · Medium Balance
The most versatile combination available — sweet spot large enough to handle pressure situations, balance neutral enough to transition between defence and attack without fighting the racket.
Who Buys This
Beginner · Balanced players
Players taking their first steps in padel, or returning after a long break. This racket prioritises forgiveness and ease of use — it won’t punish mishits harshly and doesn’t demand precise technique.
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