Nox Ventus Hybrid 12K Lite 2026
Pairs well with
The Ventus at a lighter weight and, unusually for the range, with a round head. 355–365 g over the MLD Black Eva core, with a 12K carbon face.
Nox class this as a professional-level frame but build it soft, which is a rarer combination than it sounds. The round head and lower weight make it quick at the net and forgiving when you're stretched; the 12K carbon face and Dual Spin surface mean it still bites the ball properly on a slice. If you've been playing a heavier teardrop and your arm is tired by the third set, this is the sideways move worth trying.
Specifications
| Level | Advanced / professional |
| Shape | Round |
| Weight | 355–365 g |
| Thickness | 38 mm |
| Frame | Carbon |
| Face | Carbon fibre 12K |
| Core | MLD Black Eva |
| Surface | Dual Spin |
| Touch | Soft |
Specifications as published by NOX.
Buy this if you play at a high level but want the forgiveness of a round head and a frame that doesn't wear your arm out.
Not sure which shape?
Round: sweet spot in the middle, most forgiving. Teardrop: the middle ground, suits most club players. Diamond: sweet spot high, maximum power, least forgiving.
Shipping, returns and care
Shipping is calculated at checkout. 30-day returns on unused items in original condition. Fit protector tape before first use and keep the frame out of a hot car — heat damages padel rackets far more often than impact does. Covered by a 12-month manufacturer warranty against defects.