Press Release
Eskilstuna, 15 January 2024
WORLD PREMIERE FROM THE CLASSIC SWEDISH RACKET MANUFACTURER
- STIGA Sports Cybershape racket takes the padel world by surprise
After huge breakthroughs in table tennis and the rapid growth of pickleball, STIGA Sports is now applying its revolutionary Cybershape design to padel rackets. One of the sport's most renowned profiles, former professional on the Padel Pro Tour, former coach of the Swedish national padel team and now internationally active padel coach Daniel Dios has been involved in developing the racket. He is enthusiastic:
"This racket takes the concepts of sweetspot and power to a whole new dimension, thanks entirely to its hexagonal shape. The ability to reach balls close to the ground or the walls was probably the most surprising thing to me when I first tried it. Every shot feels fantastic and you can hit hard without compromising on technique.
Now, after testing Cybershape for almost a year, I find it very hard to imagine going back to my old round rackets. It takes a lot of courage to create something new in the way STIGA Sports has done. I am incredibly impressed with them and extremely proud to have been involved in the development of such an outstanding product."
John Bandstigen, Product Manager Racket Sports at STIGA Sports, adds:
"The 20% greater sweetspot in conjunction with the blistering acceleration is an incredible benefit of the Cybershape mould. As you hit harder and faster shots, you get tremendous power and forward assist that gives you a sense of total control, despite the high speed. The combination of speed and control is, I dare say, a unique feature of the Cybershape racket."
STIGA Sports Cybershape Padel racket comes in three versions: Cybershape 3K, Cybershape 18K and Cybershape 18K Hard. Available for pre-booking on stigasports.com from 15 January 2024.
For more information and press images please contact: Josefine Brøgger, josefine.brogger@stigasports.se, 0708 84 35 08
Short facts:
For advanced/competitive players
360 Carbon Frame - frame in 100% carbon fibre for an extra impact resistant and stable racket.
Balance: High
Longer handle for more flexible play
Replaceable wrist strap
Weight: 360 grams +/-8 grams
The ultimate padel racket for total control and softer ball hit
The unique Cybershape shape gives 20% more sweet spot higher up on the racket compared to round padel rackets.
Powerful, slightly softer racket reinforced with 18K Carbon Duplex and exclusive silver treatment
For advanced/competitive players
360 Carbon Frame - 100% carbon fibre frame for an extra impact resistant and stable racket.
Balance: Medium
Longer handle for a more flexible game
Replaceable wrist strap
Weight: 360 grams +/-8 grams
Racket that provides the best of both worlds: control in difficult situations and the right speed when you need it.
Unique, hexagonal shape with 20% larger sweetspot higher up on the racket compared to traditional padel rackets.
Rigid racket with a distinct acceleration that provides a good forward push to handle even the hardest shots with control.
For advanced/competitive players
360 Carbon Frame - 100% carbon fibre frame for an extra impact resistant and stable racket.
Balance: Medium/High
Longer handle for more flexible play
Replaceable wrist strap
Weight: 360 grams +/-8 grams
