Babolat
Energy Stima
A racket specifically designed for women, with an ultra-light weight and a thinner 36 millimetre core. It promises forgiving play with accessible power.
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Highest score in the Energy line
Control focused • Forgiving • Forgiving
The Babolat Energy Stima appeared in 2023 as part of the first racket line Babolat developed specifically for women. It combines a notably light weight of 335 grams with a round shape and high balance point, supplemented by a narrower grip and a thinner core than usual. Based on first impressions, this appears to be an accessible racket that helps with power without requiring a full swing.
The Energy Stima has a round shape with a high balance point and weighs 335 grams. This makes it considerably lighter than most standard rackets. The profile measures 36 millimetres instead of the usual 38 millimetres, contributing to the lower weight and manoeuvrability.
The face material consists of Carbon Flex Technology, a combination of carbon and fiberglass. The frame is carbon fiber. The manufacturer does not specify a core material in the available specifications, but emphasises that the core is thinner than standard.
The grip is narrower than usual, intended for smaller hands. The racket has a textured surface and small perforations (MicroPerf) at the top and bottom of the face. Its recommended retail price was 210 euros; the current price is around 137 euros.
What you will notice as a player
A balanced racket that responds predictably in most situations.
No pronounced weakness, but no single shot where the racket particularly stands out either.
Which shots are affected most?
| Situation | What will you notice? |
|---|---|
| Defense | Reasonable: a calm swing returns most balls off the glass. |
| Volley | Crisp and agile: aiming feels effortless and late adjustments remain possible. |
| Bandeja | Very easy to control: the ball stays low and predictable, ideal for controlling the court. |
| Vibora | Enough bite for a quick brushing shot with some acceleration of your own. |
| Smash | Enough power, but you still need to put considerable effort into the swing. |
| Block | Stable: the racket is ready in time and returns the ball with control. |
| Off-center ball | Reasonably forgiving: outside the sweet spot you lose some speed, while accuracy is largely maintained. |
This racket suits a broad range of players.
Well suited to
This racket suits a broad range of players and needs.
This racket is likely to suit you if you…
want plenty of help from your racket
You will probably appreciate this racket if you…
- •want a balanced racket that handles every shot;
You may run into limitations if you…
- •want a pronounced specialist rather than an all-round racket;
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Indicatieve marktprijs
€137 ·