Bullpadel
Xplo 25
The Bullpadel Xplo 25 is Di Nenno's geometric attacking diamond with Xtend Carbon 12K and Custom Weight, 365-375g. Power 10 and smash 10 for experts, not the average experienced player.
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Explosive • Control focused • Forgiving
The Bullpadel Xplo 25 is Martín Di Nenno's weapon, a 365–375g geometric diamond racket with Xtend Carbon 12K and Custom Weight. This is not for the average experienced player. It is an instrument for attackers who know what they are doing.
The Bullpadel Xplo 25 weighs 365–375g, with a geometric diamond shape and high balance. Profile 38mm. Face: Xtend Carbon 12K. Core: MultiEVA. Frame: Carbon Geometric.
Bullpadel attacking hierarchy for 2025:
| Model | Core | Weight | Power | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xplo 25 | MultiEVA | 365–375g | 10/10 | Pure power attacker |
| Vertex 05 | MultiEVA | 365–375g | 10/10 | All-round attacker |
| Pearl 25 | MultiEVA | 355–365g | 9/10 | Attacker with maneuverability |
The difference between Xplo and Vertex lies in geometric core structure: the Xplo has Hexature geometry distributing shot response and energy transfer differently from the round Vertex construction.
Technologies:
- Hexature, geometric core structure for optimized energy transfer
- Air Power, air circulation system in the frame for weight reduction
- Wave System, wave structure in the profile for improved stability
- Custom Weight, adjustable weight system for personal playing preference
- Ease Vibe + Vibradrive, vibration damping in the frame and grip
- 3D Grain, rough surface for spin potential
Power 10 is the defining attacking characteristic. The Xtend Carbon 12K face is stiffer than standard carbon; all swing energy transfers directly to the ball. This delivers explosive overheads and smashes; on blocked and sliced shots, stiffness costs control.
Maneuverability is 5/10, the lowest in the test set. Geometric diamond shape, 365–375g weight and high balance make this a slow racket for everything except attacking play. Fast net exchanges require more force than lighter alternatives.
Comfort is 6/10. MultiEVA is harder than Premium EVA or Soft EVA variants. Shock loading is noticeable on off-center contact. Players sensitive to hard contact or vibrations should choose a softer racket.
Forgiveness is 6/10. Geometric diamond shape and a stiff core visibly punish inconsistent swings. This racket assumes overhead technique.
No. The Xplo 25 has a geometric diamond shape (Hexature) and Xtend Carbon 12K, with a heavier weight range (365–375g). The Vertex 05 has a standard diamond shape and different core material. Both have Custom Weight. The Xplo is more extreme in its power focus.
Yes, the 2025 version can be found at some retailers for €150 or less on clearance. RRP was €310. Check current availability. Stocks are limited.
Advantages
Maximum power through Xtend Carbon 12K and Geometric Core structure
Custom Weight system, adjustable weight for personal playing preference
Geometric diamond shape generates explosive overheads and smashes
Di Nenno signature playing character for pure attackers
Considerations
Heaviest category (365–375g), limited maneuverability, requires strength and endurance
Unsuitable for defenders or control players, purely offensive profile
High Xtend Carbon 12K stiffness, minimal error correction on offcenter hits
What you will notice as a player
The smash gets plenty of easy power; you do not need a full follow-through to put the ball away.
A balanced racket that responds predictably in most situations.
Off-center contact is penalized: hitting just outside the sweet spot loses power and control.
In long matches you feel more in your arm; the core offers little cushioning, so the load builds up.
The racket offers little help in defense; returning balls off the glass takes considerable effort.
At the net you react a little more slowly: the weight sits forward, so quick adjustments take more effort.
Which shots are affected most?
| Situation | What will you notice? |
|---|---|
| Defense | Little help: you must guide balls off the glass and keep them deep yourself. |
| Volley | Requires technique: clean contact is essential and late adjustments are difficult. |
| Bandeja | Easy to control: the ball stays reasonably low and predictable. |
| Vibora | Very explosive: plenty of speed and bite, a natural shot for this racket. |
| Smash | Its strongest point: maximum power with little effort, sending the ball away like a rocket. |
| Block | The forward weight makes quick blocks more demanding than with an agile racket. |
| Off-center ball | Unforgiving: outside the sweet spot, both speed and accuracy drop noticeably. |
Well suited to
Less suited to
This racket is likely to suit you if you…
want more power and strength in your smash
like to play an attacking, explosive game
This racket may disappoint if you…
want to react quickly to hard-hit balls
want a light and agile racket
often have to play from defense
You will probably appreciate this racket if you…
- •want to finish points with power from the back of the court;
- •value an explosive smash and vibora more than comfort;
- •want a balanced racket that handles every shot;
You may run into limitations if you…
- •do not consistently hit the sweet spot yet: the small margin penalizes errors heavily;
- •are sensitive to arm or elbow discomfort;
- •defend often and want help from the face;
- •value quick hands at the net more than power;
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Indicatieve marktprijs
€150 ·