A brand Swedish of palas padel, OPS, makes us discover his 3 models through Stéphane Penso. Discovery of a story like no other.

Our Padel Story, OPS, behind these pleasant and evocative words hide 3 Swedish friends (Anders, Jens & Philip), addicted to racket sports, who, like a large majority of us, after having tried the padel, have fallen completely in love with it. 

From their friendship and this enthusiasm was born the brand OPS (2017), the fruit of a certain ambition which had the effect of creating a line of 3 rackets with different, complementary and very well thought-out characteristics.


Chapter One

Racket dedicated to beginners, round shape, light weight (360gr) and a balanced handle, it is a very pleasant pala to take in hand, a disconcerting handling and excellent playing comfort . The rubber used is a classic soft Eva embellished with fiberglass on the sides for better ball output and optimized comfort. The ideal racket to learn and start in the best possible conditions.
Tolerant, widened sweet spot, with a sober and daring design, it is a great success.

Chapter Two

A natural evolution of its little sister Chapter one, it is aimed at players with a little experience who master their shots better, and who are looking for more pronounced power. From now on, the structure is in the shape of a drop of water, in order to raise the balance slightly upwards and thus benefit from the best lift to strike more sharply, without obvious loss of handling.

The measured weight is 360gr for a centered scale.

The technological advance is indisputable, the alterations brilliant, and the overall improvement noticeable from the first exchanges. It is a very responsive pala thanks to its 3k braided carbon fibers, which absorb and regenerate the ball in a notable way.

The frame of the racket is made of 100% carbon and the upper part is now reinforced with Kevlar to benefit from greater rigidity in flexion and torsion during the most heavy shots.
This pala is good for anything. Due to its moderate weight it will be very manoeuvrable glued to the net, as well as in carpet defense. Powerful when the arm has experience, with a pleasant aesthetic and a certain dynamism, I validate more than reason.

What about now the latest nugget of the brand, the famous HEX12K ?

HEX12K

Fleece strap, sober, contemporary and ultra-efficient aesthetic, 3D relief faces, it starts well.
I have played 90 minutes in a row with this racquet, and I can assure you that this model is a total success.

Pala for athletes with a strong arm, cannonade enthusiasts and other wallflowers, it is a racquet mainly focused on offense and boarding. Outrageously powerful, terribly precise, it is not to be put in all hands, and to tame it, it will be necessary to be a challenger with an indisputable profile. It is mainly aimed at those who want to blast their opponents with massive volleys and crushing smashes.

Water drop format and weighing 370gr, its balance is slightly above the center, without being completely north like diamond rackets. 100% carbon racket with 12K woven faces, this is the combo chosen in 2021 by many manufacturers. Supreme rigidity and millimeter precision characterize this top-of-the-range pala which will be aimed exclusively at confirmed players who are fans of raw power and fervent supporters of par 3.


En conclusion

No frills with our Swedish friends, 3 rackets, one for each player profile, beginner, intermediate and experienced. The company has succeeded in releasing a range of ultra competitive racquets, both in terms of grip (Chapter One & Two), technologies (HEX12K), and very affordable price..

Indeed, the first 2 models are at the displayed price of 100 € and 139 €, and the flagship of the range comes out at 159 €. An aggressive policy for this young company which now wishes to open up to the international market by offering reliable and attractive products.

Thanks to Anders for providing me with these 3 rackets which, I hope, will be marketed in a large number of countries, in order to satisfy the greatest number of players around the world.

Stéphane Penso

Fan of padel, Stéphane has become the official tester of the planet padel in Europe. Everything goes through his expert hands. Thanks to his extensive experience in the snowshoeing world, he is able to scan your gear from head to toe!

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