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Cork Classic II

NINEPADEL are an official retailer of Cork padel

£330.00

The Cork Classic II padel racket is a truly premium, handmade controlled racket — designed for players who want the highest level of feel, comfort, and precision in every shot.

You’ll love this racket if…

  • You want a luxury, handcrafted racket that stands apart from the mainstream
  • You prioritise control, touch, and feel over raw power
  • You want a racket that’s incredibly comfortable and arm-friendly
  • You like a lightweight, easy-to-handle frame for smooth play
  • You’re a beginner to intermediate player or value effortless control

Pre-order for dispatch 01.04.26 – Limited Stock

7 pre-orders available

Free RM delivery over £100
Shipped from the UK, no fees.
We price match UK retailers
DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The Cork Classic II represents everything that makes Cork Padel unique — a handmade, premium racket crafted in Portugal with a focus on feel, quality, and detail that simply isn’t found in mass-produced rackets. Each racket is individually finished, giving it its own distinct character and a level of craftsmanship that elevates it well beyond standard options on the market.

On court, the defining feature of the Cork Classic II is its exceptional comfort and refined feel. The integration of natural cork within the construction works to absorb vibrations and smooth out impact, creating a soft, controlled response that feels effortless on the arm. Every shot feels clean, connected, and composed, making it ideal for players who value touch, placement, and consistency.

With its round shape and lower balance, the Cork Classic II offers a large, forgiving sweet spot and excellent manoeuvrability. It’s a racket that makes the game feel easier — whether you’re defending from the back of the court or controlling the tempo at the net. While it’s not built for outright power, it excels in precision, control, and ease of use, helping you play smarter, more confident padel.

For players looking to invest in something truly premium, the Cork Classic II delivers a unique combination of handmade craftsmanship, elite comfort, and standout feel. It’s not just a racket — it’s a completely different experience on court, and once you play with it, it’s very hard to go back.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Brand

Cork

Racket Balance

Balanced

Racket Firmness

Balanced, Soft

Racket Material

Carbon, Cork

Racket Shape

Round

Racket Style

Balanced, Control

Racket Surface

Rough

Racket Weight

340-350

Racket Year

2026

DELIVERY & RETURNS
Delivery
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.

Help
WhatsApp us on (+44) 7418 602683, or email us at shop@ninepadel.com.

Warranty
All our rackets are covered under warranty, so should there be a problem we can help process your claim with the manufacturer.
CORKCLASSICII

The expert's thoughts..

The Cork Classic II stands out straight away for how little vibration you feel on contact. It’s incredibly smooth through the ball, and noticeably easy on the arm, even during longer sessions or when you’re under pressure. There’s a really clean, cushioned feel to every shot that just makes the racket comfortable to use from the first hit.

It’s also hard not to notice the build quality — it simply feels different to most rackets, and in a very good way. The finish, the feedback, the overall feel in hand all point to something more premium and refined. On court it’s light, easy to manoeuvre, and very forgiving, making it ideal for players who want control, comfort, and a racket that just feels better to play with.

Cork Padel rackets, once you play with one it’s hard to think about playing with something else. 

Racket Power 58%
Control 87%
Maneuverability 87%
Weight (low-high) 55%
Sweet Spot 85%
Firmness (soft-hard) 51%

Ratings based on Padelful.com – The leading independent padel racket review site and combined with our own expert opinions.

We're an Official Cork Retailer in the UK & Ireland

Cork Padel sits in a completely different space to most padel brands. These aren’t mass-produced rackets — each one is handmade in Portugal, crafted individually with a level of care and attention that’s rare in modern padel. Production is limited, and that exclusivity shows in the final product. No two rackets are exactly the same — each one has its own character and feel, giving you something that genuinely feels personal in your hand.

What really sets Cork apart is the use of natural cork technology, combined with premium carbon construction. The cork works to absorb vibrations and soften impact, creating an incredibly smooth, refined feel that’s noticeably different from standard rackets.

The result is a racket that feels solid, controlled, and effortlessly comfortable, even during intense play. Once you’ve used a Cork racket, it’s very hard to go back — it’s a different level of quality, finish, and feel that stands apart from the mainstream.

Add a Cork Premium Racket Cover

We’re proud to be partnering with Cork Padel and bringing these incredible handmade rackets to the UK.

To celebrate, we’re offering this premium Cork racket bag at a special price of £25 (normally £55) when you purchase any Cork racket. Simply use code CORK2026 at checkout. It’s the perfect addition to complete your setup — the same premium feel, now at an exclusive price.

Available in Black, White & Olive Green. Add it to your cart & use the code to redeem.

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Why buy from NINEPADEL?

At NINEPADEL, we’re an independent padel store run by actual players, and that means everything you read — from racket advice to product recommendations — comes from people who are genuinely on court week after week. No generic copy, no sales fluff, just honest takes on the rackets we’ve tested and believe in.

As a UK-based company, you never have to worry about hidden import fees or unexpected charges like you might with some overseas retailers — what you see is exactly what you pay. We carefully hand-pick the best brands and latest models, and if you ever want real guidance, you can reach us on WhatsApp for proper player-to-player advice.

We’re also passionate about growing the sport across the UK and Ireland, proudly supporting players, clubs, leagues and tournaments. With NINEPADEL, you’re not just buying a racket — you’re backing a community built by people who love the game as much as you do.

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!

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.

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!

Anywhere in the UK and Ireland we deliver from our UK Warehouse. If you’re looking something delivered elsewhere, just drop us a message and we’ll be happy to provide a quote.

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