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Drop Shot is a Spanish brand specialising in padel rackets, as well as accessories such as bags, apparel, overgrips...
However, what really sets Drop Shot apart is first and foremost its technological innovations. The Spanish company has invested heavily in research and uses state-of-the-art materials for its rackets. Proof of this lies in its leading ambassador: Juan Martin Diaz. The Argentine player who was world number 1 for over 13 consecutive years… No less!
The ranges: Essential, Ambition, LCP, and Be One each have their own distinct features. The first, Essential, is designed for novice players looking to improve. Ambition, meanwhile, is aimed at more experienced players seeking progression. LCP is a new range created by Drop Shot aimed at intermediate-to-advanced players looking for performance. Finally, the Be One range represents the top tier, featuring high-tech rackets tailored for highly seasoned players.
The DROP SHOT Essential range
Let's start with the Essential range which, as mentioned earlier, is aimed at beginners. It has been designed for fast learning. Perfect for those who don't have a large budget to spend on their padel racket.
DROP SHOT SAKURA 3.0
In the Essential range, you will find the Sakura 3.0
With its teardrop shape (leaning towards diamond) and its weight of 370 grams, the Sakura 3.0 is a high-performance racket that offers a great compromise between power and precision.
Power is by no means overlooked thanks to its Eva Soft foam, which maximizes impact through its flexibility. The whole structure is reinforced by a fibreglass shell that maintains control. Ideal for progressing in all areas of the game.
The Cork Cushion Grip and Silicone Grip Channel anti-vibration system adds a piece of cork inside and onto the handle to eliminate maximum vibration. This system provides great playing comfort and optimises control. These technologies are dear to Drop Shot, which frequently uses them to enhance the comfort of its rackets. This racket is recommended for beginners looking for power.
DROP SHOT KIBO 2.0
The Kibo 2.0 is also made for beginner players. The main difference with its counterpart, the Sakura, lies in the foam.
Indeed, the Kibo 2.0 is made of Eva Full foam paired with Eva Soft. Full Eva technology consists of removing the tubular frame of the racket. It is then made entirely of Eva foam.
The Kibo 2.0 is therefore a very flexible racket with an enlarged sweetspot, allowing you to maximise control without losing power. The holes are specifically engineered and reduced in size to optimise striking power and durability.
The Drop Shot Kibo 2.0 racket is also equipped with the Silicone Grip Channel, which helps minimise vibrations.
This racket is therefore ideal if you don't want to overspend while still enjoying added playing comfort thanks to Drop Shot's technologies.
DROP SHOT CONQUEROR JR
Let's wrap up the Essential range with the Junior version of Drop Shot's must-have: the Conqueror 9.0 Junior.
Based on the racket of legendary player Juan Martin Diaz, the Conqueror 9.0 Junior remains a racket designed for young padel players.
Its design strongly echoes the original, but the Junior is slightly wider, promoting better control for beginners.
Its teardrop shape focuses on versatility, while its weight of 340 grams makes it very lightweight.
The racket is equipped with Eva Soft foam, making it more comfortable and flexible. The frame is also made of Eva Full foam, dampening vibrations.
The Conqueror 9.0 Junior is the most affordable in the Essential range and is recommended for players seeking flexibility, ease of use, and playing comfort.
Beginners also have the right to dream by playing with the junior version of the racket used by one of the best padel players of all time.
The DROP SHOT Ambition range
The Ambition is designed for good-level players looking for maximum comfort while benefiting from advanced Drop Shot technologies. This range focuses on versatility and seeks the best compromise between control and power. Perfect if you are looking to improve across all areas of your game at an advanced level.
DROP SHOT CRISTAL 2.0
The Cristal 2.0 is a Drop Shot racket focused on power. You will be able to unleash your most powerful bandejas with this 350-gram, diamond-shaped racket. This weight and shape give the Cristal 2.0 a high balance and lightness for greater striking power.
The grip of the Cristal 2.0 absorbs maximum vibrations thanks to Cork Layer and Silicone Grip technologies.
Its foam, Eva Soft, is flexible and allows for more power. The Cristal 2.0 is a technical racket, but the use of Carbon 3000 stiffens the overall structure to optimize control and improve durability.
The holes are engineered to return the ball optimally without losing power. The faces of the frame are rough to better absorb impact and promote spin.
Drop Shot offers us here a demanding racket that, when mastered, can bring any opponent to their knees thanks to its power!
DROP SHOT TAIPAN
If, unlike the Cristal 2.0, you are more interested in control than power, the Taipan is a great choice.
Indeed, it is equipped with Eva Pro foam. Although softer than Eva Tech foam, Eva Pro is fairly rigid, which promotes control.
The use of Carbon 3000 and its teardrop shape enhance control without losing elasticity. Very pleasant to play with for those looking to place their shots with precision.
The anti-vibration system is included, making for comfortable gameplay. Very pleasant for players suffering from chronic ache after matches.
The Taipan is a great choice if you are looking for a reliable racket that supports your progression.
DROP SHOT EXPLORER 4.0
Drop Shot's Ambition range holds another surprise in store with the Explorer 4.0.
It is equipped with Eva Pro foam combined with Carbon 3000, which gives it control and flexibility. This racket is ideal if you are looking for an excellent balance between control and power.
This Drop Shot racket really stands out thanks to its design. The Explorer has a diamond shape, giving it a high balance for increased striking power.
The anti-vibration system consisting of Cork Cushion Grip and Silicone Grip Channel is also featured.
This product is recommended for intermediate and advanced players looking for quality and versatility.
The DROP SHOT LCP range
DROP SHOT OSAKA 1.0
With a name like that, you can only go far with this state-of-the-art racket. The Osaka 1.0 is synonymous with balance and precision.
Its round shape and technologies make the Osaka 1.0 the ultimate versatile racket, designed for players of a good standard.
Its foam, Eva Pro, is rigid, but when paired with Cubicarbon 24K technology, the racket retains elasticity. Cubicarbon 24K technology involves weaving 24,000 carbon monofilaments into a single thread. It is a cutting-edge technology that ensures quality and sturdiness for the Osaka 1.0.
This one is part of LCP, the Drop Shot range dedicated to the technology of the same name. It is a cutting-edge technique exclusive to Drop Shot. It consists of polyester fibre combined with a liquid crystal polymer fibre. This technology gives the Osaka 1.0 great elasticity as well as increased durability.
The Osaka 1.0 is equipped with the Cork Cushion Grip anti-vibration system and the Silicone Grip Channel. This system is enhanced by the Power Beam Heart. This bridge minimises vibrations as effectively as possible, thus increasing playing comfort.
The Drop Shot Osaka 1.0 racket is a fine example of technology and precision, making it very appealing for those looking to take things to the next level and become a true pro!
The DROP SHOT Be ONE range
DROP SHOT CONQUEROR 9.0
And here is undoubtedly one of the best rackets that Drop Shot has to offer… The Conqueror 9.0 is a real gem.
Quite simply, this racket features all of Drop Shot's latest cutting-edge technologies.
But its legendary status also comes from the player who wields it… Juan Martin Diaz
It was after extensive testing and trials by the player that version 9.0 of the Conqueror was released.
Here are a few highlights from Juan Martin Diaz...
The Conqueror 9.0 features numerous technologies. First of all, made from Eva Tech foam, Juan Martin Diaz's racket is rigid. The advantage of this foam focuses on power and control. It is important to keep in mind that this racket is aimed at advanced and professional players. The EVA foam is therefore rigid and focuses on power, but the playing comfort remains impressive for a racket of this type.
Although this racket is technical, the grip is designed to minimise vibrations as much as possible. Drop Shot incorporates a small 2 mm piece of cork into its padel rackets. Vibrations are dampened for enhanced comfort.
Its frame is made of carbon fibre. Also used in aerospace, Textrem technology involves weaving 24,000 microfilaments into 1 thread. This technology provides the Conqueror 9.0 with increased flexibility and power.
However, the Conqueror 9.0 can also count on its counterpart, the Conqueror 9.0 Soft.
DROP SHOT CONQUEROR 9.0 soft
Softer and more flexible than the original racket, here is the Conqueror 9.0 Soft from Drop Shot.
Its flexibility does not mean a lack of performance. Indeed, the racket holds nothing back when it comes to technology.
The foam used: Eva Soft, provides greater flexibility to the racket. Eva Soft offers enhanced comfort and better vibration absorption.
The foam and design of the Conqueror 9.0 Soft are the only technical differences from the Conqueror 9.0. Using this rubber naturally has an impact on power, which is slightly reduced. However, the smart hole system and the carbon used for the frame are designed to boost power.
This racket is therefore equipped with Textrem technology which, in addition to providing increased durability, enhances playing comfort. The grip is also fitted with an anti-vibration system that further improves playing comfort.
Inspired by the Conqueror 9.0, this Soft version, through its technologies and design, is better suited to female players.
DROP SHOT LEGEND 2.0
Also part of the Be One range, Drop Shot's padel racket, the Legend 2.0, is sure to win you over.
The technologies used on this racket are similar to those found on the Conqueror 9.0 models. However, its teardrop shape and enlarged oversize head focus this racket on control.
Made with Eva Pro foam, the Legend 2.0 allows you to deliver powerful shots with stability, thanks notably to the Cork layers (anti-vibration system in the handle).
The frame is reinforced with 24K carbon. A latest-generation carbon that provides the racket with power and control.
The textured surface on the frame further enhances playing comfort and spin generation. Through its technologies and design, the Legend 2.0 proves to be a formidable competitor to the Conqueror 9.0.
It is recommended to choose this racket over the Conqueror if you wish to focus more on control and playing comfort.
DROP SHOT X-CELERATOR
And to round off the Be One range in style, here is the X-Celerator from Drop Shot.
Used by Drop Shot's second brand ambassador, Lucas Campagnolo (WPT 38th), the X-Celerator was customised by the Brazilian player. It is the result of years of research, delivering a top-of-the-range racket tailored for professional players.
The frame of the X-Celerator is slightly enlarged, increasing the sweet spot. Its teardrop shape makes it a versatile racket optimised for control.
Its foam, Eva Tech, is one of the stiffest foams on the market. Also featured on the Conqueror 9.0, Eva Tech provides power and control, but adds more rigidity to the racket and shots.
To address this stiffness, Drop Shot uses the Cork Layer system here, which significantly reduces vibrations in the handle.
Its frame, meanwhile, is made of carbon fibre with 24,000 microfilaments per single thread. This technique provides greater flexibility and a more powerful strike.
Finally, its frame features small 3D ridges that provide greater comfort and a more precise shot.
We hope you have become more familiar with Drop Shot and especially with their 2021 collection thanks to this article. Contact us if you would like more information about the products available on Esprit Padel Shop; the whole team will be delighted to answer your questions and help you find your ideal racket.
We look forward to seeing you on the padel courts, hoping our advice will lead you to victory… Perhaps, who knows, with cutting-edge Drop Shot rackets.
