Stiga 18K LW Cybershape Amanda Girdo Edition Padel Racket

STIGA's own wording is that the racket takes its starting point in the 18K LW 2 Cybershape but is Amanda's own design. The visible change is reinforced corners, intended to make the frame feel more robust in play. Beyond that, the sources do not list a different core, face or shape, so we have not claimed one.

STIGA's claims for the hexagonal Cybershape head apply here as they do to the rest of the range: a sweet spot about 20 per cent larger and higher on the head than on a round racket, and up to 12 per cent less air resistance. These are brand claims.

One retailer gives 350 and an even, medium balance, without a unit. The standard 18K LW is listed at 345 g and described as head-light, so the Amanda Edition may differ, but no STIGA sheet we found says. If balance matters to you, ask before ordering. The harder, heavier siblings are the 18K Hard 2 and the 18K 2.

A tacky overgrip from the padel grips page suits a light racket, frame tape from the racket protector range protects the head, and a tube from the padel balls range keeps the pace consistent. Court shoes are on the padel shoes page.

Players who want a confirmed weight and balance, or a very stiff attacking racket. See the carbon padel rackets page for alternatives, the full padel racket range, and our guide to choosing a padel racket.