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Babolat Counter Crest
Start with the published weight and shape. Your own trial decides the fit.
€69.95Recorded price · 2 October 2026
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Specifications and sources
Published specifications, not our play-test findings. Each value links to its source.
| Spec | Published value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Hybrid | Híbridapadelnuestro.com (retailer listing, not the manufacturer) |
| Weight | 355 g | peso aproximado de 355 gramospadelnuestro.com (retailer listing, not the manufacturer) |
| Balance | Low | Balance bajo orientado al controlpadelnuestro.com (retailer listing, not the manufacturer) |
| Core | Soft, Soft Eva | Blandapadelnuestro.com (retailer listing, not the manufacturer) |
| Thickness | 38 mm | perfil de 38 mmpadelnuestro.com (retailer listing, not the manufacturer) |
| Textured face | No | Superficie lisa con acabado matepadelnuestro.com (retailer listing, not the manufacturer) |
| Price | €69.95 | 69.95 EUR (schema.org offer)padelnuestro.com (retailer listing, not the manufacturer) |
Collection note: No model year is stated; the only date on the page (2026-06-16) is page metadata. Weight is given only as approximate (355 gramos). The surface is described as smooth with a matte finish (Lisa, Mate), but no surface material is named. The frame is described only as 'marco híbrido', with no material. The listing is a Padel Nuestro exclusive with format 'Oversize'. The SKU 159894-P differs from the number 155041 in the URL.
How our estimates work
These ratings are calculations from published specifications, not measured playing results or our play tests.
Not published for this racket: face material. Each missing input counts as the neutral midpoint, so treat these ratings as less certain than for a racket with all five.
- Power 27 = shape (hybrid) 15.7/45 + balance (low) 0/35 + weight (355g) 6/20 = 21.7 points, placed on the 10 to 90 scale
- Control 73 = shape (hybrid) 39/60 + balance (low) 40/40 = 79 points, placed on the 10 to 90 scale
- Handling 78 = balance (low) 50/50 + weight (355g) 35/50 = 85 points, placed on the 10 to 90 scale
- Forgiveness 69 = shape (hybrid) 29.3/45 + firmness (soft) 35/35 + face material (not published) 10/20 = 74.3 points, placed on the 10 to 90 scale
- Comfort 76 = firmness (soft) 40/40 + face material (not published) 12.5/25 + balance (low) 20/20 + weight (355g) 10.5/15 = 83 points, placed on the 10 to 90 scale
- Value 61 = mean of the two highest ratings, divided by the price in euros, scaled so the best value in the index is 100
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Questions about the Babolat Counter Crest
Is the Babolat Counter Crest a power or a control racket?
On its published specification the Babolat Counter Crest is a control-oriented racket. It rates 27 for power and 73 for control on the PadelTrue model, mainly because of its hybrid shape and low balance.
Is the Babolat Counter Crest good for beginners?
It rates 69 out of 100 for forgiveness. That is a forgiving build, the kind usually recommended to newer players. The manufacturer lists its level as "Principiante / Intermedio".
Is the Babolat Counter Crest arm-friendly?
It rates 76 out of 100 for comfort, a rating built from core firmness, face material, balance and weight, describing feel and physical demand. That is on the gentle side of the index. This describes the build, it is not medical advice.
How much does the Babolat Counter Crest cost?
€69.95 on padelnuestro.com when checked on 2 October 2026.
How much does the Babolat Counter Crest weigh?
The published weight is 355 g.