This racket suits advanced or pro-level players who prioritize power in their game and can generate their own pace. If you regularly finish points with overheads and aggressive smashes, the Etna’s high balance and firm core reward confident, committed swings.

Because the model favors a harder feel and a higher balance, it’s less forgiving for beginners or players who depend on soft touch and defensive control. The target demographic is male players comfortable operating in the 350–370g weight band and seeking a power padel racket with an aggressive profile.

The diamond shape and high balance of the Kombat Etna 2025 Manu Martin concentrate mass high on the frame, which increases leverage on offensive shots. That geometry—together with the hard, high-density Black EVA core and 12K carbon face—translates into fast ball exit and strong smash potential.

Expect the racket to excel on overheads, power drives and finishing shots where maximum pace is the priority. Its expert rating reflects a clear power bias: this is a power padel racket first, with control being secondary to aggressive shot-making.

High balance typically slows recovery and reduces maneuverability compared with mid- or low-balanced frames, and the Etna follows that pattern. In quicker exchanges at the net you’ll notice the emphasis is on keeping the racket stable through the strike rather than whipping it around for lightning-fast reactions.

That said, the listed weight range of 350–370g keeps handling within a reasonable band for experienced players. Players who already accept a tradeoff—trading some speed-of-reaction for increased power and stability—will find its control acceptable for aggressive shot placement.

The hitting surface is 12K carbon, a weave density that tends to deliver a crisp response and solid feel on impact. Paired with a high-density Black EVA core, the materials point toward firm energy transfer and less vibration damping compared with softer cores.

A rough surface is included to help add bite on contact for spin generation when you brush the ball. The overall hardness rating is hard, reinforcing a punchy, direct impact rather than a forgiving, cushioned touch.

On court the Kombat Etna 2025 Manu Martin feels firm and immediate: impact feedback is direct and there’s little mushiness. Players will notice pronounced pop on smashes and drives, with the rough face helping to add snap on spin shots when contact is clean.

Because the core is high-density and the racket is hard, feel at the net is also bracing rather than soft—volleys come through with clear, compact responses. That crispness rewards solid technique but can feel unforgiving on off-center hits or softer touch play.

The Etna’s strengths come with clear tradeoffs: its hard core and high balance deliver power at the cost of forgiveness and quick maneuverability. Expect a steeper learning curve for players who rely on touch, lobs, or extended defensive rallies.

Weight at the upper end of the 350–370g range will increase shot power but may fatigue some players in long sessions. Also, the firmer feel is less comfortable for players who prefer soft, vibration-dampened impact.

• Hard core + 12K carbon face = firm, explosive response but less forgiveness
• High balance improves smash power but reduces quick net recovery
• 350–370g range manageable for experienced players, but the heavier end can be tiring