BABOLAT Air Viper 2.6 Padel Racket 2026
£280.00
The Babolat Air Viper 2026 is made for aggressive players who win points with speed, sharp net play, and fast finishing. It’s the most quick-handling racket in the Viper line — explosive when you step in, but still easy to throw around when rallies get frantic.
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The Babolat Air Viper 2026 is all about attacking padel at high pace — the kind of racket you pick when you want to take the net early, pressure the volley battle, and finish in motion rather than relying on a heavy, slow power racket.
On contact, the 16K woven carbon gives you that crisp, punchy feel — really direct off the face — while the EVA sandwich (X-EVA style build) helps it feel less harsh than you’d expect from a carbon attacking racket. The firmer outer layers give you the pop on full swings and overheads, while the softer inner layer adds some forgiveness when you’re defending or blocking fast balls back.
What really makes this racket stand out is how clean it feels in fast exchanges. Babolat’s SMAC / vibration absorption system takes the sting out of repeated volleys and hard impacts — especially helpful when you’re playing high tempo and hitting loads of quick reaction shots. Add in the aero frame, hole pattern optimisation, and rough textured finish, and it’s basically built for players who want to play modern padel: fast hands, aggressive angles, and spin-loaded volleys.
- Model: Babolat Viper 2.6 2026
- Style: Fast moving Power
- Head Shape: Diamond
- Balance: Medium – High
- Core Feel: Medium to harder — balanced feedback for varied shots
- Strengths: Great for manoeuvrability, powerful in attack
- Best For: Intermediate+ players
| Brand | Babolat |
|---|---|
| Racket Balance | Balanced, High (Head Heavy) |
| Racket Firmness | Balanced, Hard |
| Racket Material | Carbon |
| Racket Shape | Teardrop |
| Racket Style | Balanced, Power |
| Racket Surface | Rough |
| Racket Weight | 355g (+/- 10) |
| Racket Year | 2026 |
We currently offer free delivery from our UK warehouse to the UK & Ireland on all orders over £/€100. We ship using Royal Mail Tracked 24/48, ensuring you get your items quickly and safely.
We aim to get all our orders sent for next day delivery on Royal Mail 24 or 2 days for Royal Mail 48, but allow us a little extra just in case Royal Mail want to be a little slow!
Return & exchange
If you are not satisfied with your purchase you can return it to us within 14 days for an exchange or refund as long as it is still in the same condition as it was delivered.
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The expert's thoughts..
The Babolat Air Viper 2.6 2026 is basically the same proven Air Viper from last season — just refreshed with a 2026 look — and it still does what the Air range is built for: max manoeuvrability.
This is the racket for players who want to play fast and aggressive without feeling like they’re swinging a lump of carbon around. It’s super easy to get moving through the air, quick into position on reaction volleys, and it helps you stay sharp late in matches because it limits arm fatigue compared to heavier, more demanding power rackets.
Even though it’s marketed as an attacking racket, it’s honestly easier to play with than the specs suggest — it feels quick, clean, and forgiving enough in the chaos. If you’re an intermediate+ to advanced player who likes taking the net early, finishing points in motion, and hitting aggressive angles with speed and spin, the Babolat Air Viper absolutely fits the bill.
Ratings based on Padelful.com – The leading independent padel racket review site and combined with our own expert opinions.
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We deliver with Royal Mail 24/48 Tracked and Signed service from our UK warehouse, a fully insured service that aims to deliver the next working day from dispatch or 48 hours on Royal Mail 48 service. Both are available on checkout. On dispatch we’ll send your tracking number so you can keep an eye on it, as we know you’ll be excited!
Can I return it if I'm not happy?
Absolutely. We accept returns within 14 days as long as the racket is unused and in perfect, resellable condition—including original packaging. Just get in touch with us to arrange a return or exchange.
Is there anywhere to demo rackets?
At this time, we don’t offer demo rackets or trials, but our team is happy to recommend models based on your playing level, goals, and preferences. We’re working behind the scenes to open up a storefront in a few clubs around the country!
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