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stiga Axe 3

7.6 / 10
Community rating

Best for: Best for Intermediate players seeking an ultra maneuverable control racket

Shape: Round
Weight: 360g
Balance: Head Light

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stiga Axe 3 padel racket - front view

Pros

  • Excellent build quality
  • Great balance of power and control
  • Comfortable feel on impact
  • Good value for money

Cons

  • May require adjustment period
  • Limited availability in some regions

Performance Scorecard

Overall

(summary of attributes below)

7.6

Power

5.5

Control

8.0

Sweet Spot

7.0

Maneuverability

9.5

Comfort

7.0

Spin

5.0

Specifications

  • MSRP $299
  • Weight 360g
  • Shape Round
  • Balance Head Light
  • Surface 3K Carbon fiber
  • Core Soft EVA
  • Hardness Medium

Axe 3

Stiga created the next generation of the Axe, the Axe 3 in partnership with Daniel Dios, a padel coach trainer.

Marketed as a medium-high balance versatile racket, it actually has a very low balance which gives a lot of time while in the back of the court.

You’ll be able to place your chiquitas wherever you like.

Note that its balance also reduces power in smashes and leads to instability when blocking hard shots.

It has a touch slightly harder than medium, in between an AT10 12K and an AT10 18K.

The sandpaper roughness is comfortable while supporting the racket with your nondominant hand and helps you keep your volleys low.

But, in general, at the front of the court, it takes a big swing to get the balls behind the service line.

Note that we have a 15% discount with PADELFYI15 and Stiga offers a 14 day trial period.

Expert Reviews of stiga Axe 3

Average score: 7.6 • Based on 2 expert reviews • Last updated: Aug 2023

7.4

Facu GV

Aug 18, 2023

"Maneuverable racket for high beginners or intermediate players seeking control and maneuverability"

Power

5.0

Control

8.0

Sweet Spot

7.5

7.9

Timo (Padel.FYI)

Aug 18, 2023

"Intermediate-advanced players seeking an ultra maneuverable racket"

Balance: 12cm

Power

6.0

Control

8.0

Sweet Spot

7.5

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