In short
The Babolat Air Viper 2.6 is a teardrop-shaped padel racket, weighing 345–365 g, with medium balance, a 16K Carbon face, and a X-EVA core, according to Babolat's published specs. Babolat lists it for an air striker style. On specs alone it suits all-round players; Valor has not tested it on court yet.
Updated
Profile from published information. Compiled from the sources listed below, not a first-hand review. Details change, so confirm prices and schedules with the manufacturer or a retailer before you go.
| Shape | teardrop |
|---|---|
| Weight | 345–365 g |
| Balance | medium · 265 mm from the butt |
| Thickness | 38 mm |
| Core | X-EVA |
| Face | 16K Carbon |
| Frame | Carbon |
| Play style (as listed) | Air Striker |
| List price | 238.00 USD |
| Season | current catalogue (version 2.6) |
What the specs suggest
On published specs alone, this racket points toward all-round players. Elbow-friendly: Possibly, by the specs.
How this is worked out: shape (diamond +2, round -2) + balance (high +1, low -1) + core feel (hard +1, soft -1); tennis elbow = round + soft core + max weight <= 365 g. It is a starting point, not a court test.
What other reviewers say
Scored 88/100 overall on PRR's 0–100 scale.
Summaries are Valor's own words; follow each link for the full review.
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Sources
- Babolat product page (checked October 11, 2026)