Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2026
Discover the Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2026, a diamond-shaped padel racket for advanced players seeking precise control and explosive power.
Padelful Rating
| Rating Metric | Our Rating |
|---|---|
| Power | 8.6 |
| Control | 8.8 |
| Rebound | 8 |
| Maneuverability | 8.5 |
| Sweet spot | 8.5 |
Shape
Diamond
Weight
350 gr
Touch
Medium-Hard
Core
EVA Medium+
Faces
HES Carbon 8K
Frame
Carbon fiber

The Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2026 arrives as a very interesting option for offensive players who want a diamond-shaped racket with a fast response, but without losing predictability in defense. It feels like a modern attacking racket that still respects control.
Technical Analysis
Shape and Balance
This model comes in a diamond shape, clearly focused on aggressive play and finishing points at the net.
The balance is high, and that is noticeable from the first rallies. The head tends to lead the swing, helping a lot in flat hits and overheads.
This construction favors ball acceleration on volleys, bandejas, and smashes. On the other hand, it demands good preparation of the stroke. If the technique is late, the head-heavy sensation can punish you in tight defensive positions.
Overall, the geometry is clearly offensive, but it does not feel unmanageable. Once the movement is clean, the racket rewards with a heavy, penetrating ball.
Frame
The frame is built in carbon fiber, giving the structure solidity and stability on impact.
The racket hardly twists on off-center hits, which helps a lot when blocking powerful shots from the opponent.
This rigid frame works very well with the high balance. The feeling is firm, with little deformation. That brings confidence in aggressive volleys and blocked shots, because the racket keeps the face stable, even under pressure.
Faces
On the faces, Oxdog uses HES Carbon 8K, a high-response carbon that clearly favors power and ball exit at medium-high speed.
The impact feels crisp and direct, with a medium-hard touch that transmits a lot of information to the arm.
The sweet spot is reasonably wide for a diamond, something that stands out. Mishits close to the center still come out with control and acceptable depth. There is no trampoline effect at low speed, but once you accelerate the arm, the racket rewards with a very lively ball.
Players who like to “feel” the ball in the face of the racket will appreciate this carbon. The feedback is clear without becoming uncomfortable, as long as the technique is correct.
Core
The core uses EVA Medium+, which places the racket in a medium-hard touch range.
There is good control in slow strokes. The ball does not escape easily on soft lobs or chiquitas. You have to work the swing to get speed.
At higher paces, the core wakes up and gives an extra push that combines very well with the high balance. In smashes and aggressive volleys, it helps the ball come out with weight and depth.
Players with arm issues might want to test it calmly, because the combination of hard carbon, EVA Medium+ and high balance results in a firm sensation. It is not a “cushioned” racket, but it is consistent and predictable.
Grip
The grip has a comfortable standard length, slightly extended compared to some classic models. This favors two-handed backhands and improves the lever effect in smashes.
The thickness feels neutral. It does not come oversized, so players who like a bulkier grip will probably add an overgrip or two.
The handle offers good grip and stability when changing from continental to more closed grips at the net, which helps a lot in quick exchanges.
Comfort
For a diamond-shaped, medium-hard racket, comfort is surprisingly acceptable. The impact is firm, but not dry. The EVA Medium+ and the quality of the carbon help dampen excessive vibrations.
It is not the classic soft, ultra-comfortable control racket, but for its profile, it sits in a good balance between performance and arm protection. With clean technique and a correct warm-up, long matches are possible without excessive fatigue.
Players who come from very soft rackets will notice a step up in stiffness. In exchange, they gain clarity in impact and more aggressive shots when accelerating the swing.
Sensations in Play
Fondo de pista
From the back of the court, the Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2026 demands a little adaptation. The high balance and medium-hard touch ask you to work the legs and prepare the stroke early.
In passive defense, the racket does not give away free depth. Chiquitas, lobs and lifted shots require a complete swing and good technique. Once that point is reached, the control is very solid. The ball follows a predictable trajectory, and the racket responds very consistently.
Where it shines more is at medium-high speed. In counterattacks, when you can step forward and hit with a bit of aggression, the racket offers a very penetrating ball and allows you to recover the net with authority.
The sweet spot is bigger than expected for a diamond shape. Off-center hits, especially towards the upper-middle area, maintain reasonable control and depth. That helps a lot when you defend on the run or with limited time.
En la red
At the net, this is where the racket starts to show its true character. The combination of high balance, HES Carbon 8K, and EVA Medium+ makes volleys come out fast and heavy.
On volleys, the racket allows playing aggressive, flat shots with great confidence. The head-heavy sensation helps close the stroke and adds extra speed, as long as you hit in front of the body.
In bandejas and víboras, the racket behaves very well. The medium-hard touch gives that dry, clean hit that many attacking players like. Depth is easy to generate, and directing the ball to corners feels natural once the timing is controlled.
In fast exchanges at the net, the racket moves pretty well for a diamond with high balance. It is not ultra-nimble like a low-balance control racket, but it does not feel clumsy either. Players used to offensive palas will feel comfortable in quick volleys and reflex blocks.
En el remate
In the smash, the Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2026 is clearly at its best. The design helps enormously to finish points.
In flat smashes, the high balance and hard carbon let you hit through the ball very aggressively. The ball leaves with a lot of speed and a deep trajectory, ideal for taking it out by 3 or 4 meters with good technique.
In topsin and kick smashes, the slightly extended grip improves the lever effect. It becomes easier to generate effect and angle the ball towards the side fence. Players who like to lift the ball and make it bounce out of the court will find a great ally here.
This is not a racket that requires a perfect professional technique to finish. With a correct gesture and decent timing, it already provides a very noticeable power boost. Obviously, advanced players will be able to extract its full potential, but intermediate players with an attacking profile can also benefit without feeling overwhelmed.
Conclusion
The Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2026 is a very interesting option for players with an offensive mindset who want a diamond-shaped racket that hits hard, but still offers a respectable level of control and stability.
Its main strengths are:
- Excellent performance in smashes and finishing shots.
- Very solid behavior at the net, with fast, heavy volleys.
- Wide sweet spot for a diamond, which helps in both defense and attack.
- Crisp, clear touch, ideal for players who like to feel the impact.
On the negative side, a few points stand out:
- In passive defense, it demands good technique and footwork. It does not gift depth.
- The medium-hard touch and high balance may be tiring for players used to very soft or low-balance rackets.
- It is not the best option for players who base their game mainly on lobs and long, patient rallies.
In summary, this racket fits very well with offensive players, right-handers who like to attack or left-handers who enjoy finishing points and dictating from the net. For those profiles, the Oxdog Ultimate Pro Light 2026 offers a serious, modern, and performance-focused package that can clearly raise the level of their attacking game.




