Nox Ventus Attack 12K XTREM 2027
- Year
- 2027
- Shape
- diamond
- Weight
- 360–375 g
- Balance
- 27 cm
- Grip
- 12 cm
- Texture
- 3D + Sandy
- Core
- MLD Black EVA
- Surface
- 12K Alum Xtrem
Features
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Ventus Attack 12K: crisp power to dominate the net
PadelGuru score: 7.4/10
PadelGuru analysis
Verdict
Aimar Goñi’s racket, the Nox Ventus Attack 12K XTREM 2027, is the brand’s most aggressive model this season: a diamond-shaped racket with a crisp, dry feel built for players who generate their own ball speed and want pinpoint accuracy on the attack. It gives away no free rebound, rewarding a fast swing with a clean, direct sense of command.
We recommend it for attacking players who dictate the tempo at the net and want to put heavy weight on the ball with every shot. If you prefer a racket that offers easy ball exit from the baseline or moves effortlessly in defense, it will be too physically demanding.
- Best for
- Strong-armed attacking players who generate their own pace and want a crisp, direct feel on overheads.
- Not for
- Players who defend at a slow pace waiting for the core to push the ball out for them, or who want a head-light racket at the net.
Strengths
- Crisp feel that delivers plenty of control when swinging fast on the attack
- Serious ball weight and leverage on volleys, bandejas, and viboras
- Minimal energy absorption on flat smashes to transfer full power into the shot
- VCS anti-vibration system in the handle that protects the elbow
Weaknesses
- Demands a full push on the ball in defense and at slow tempos
- Head-heavy balance makes it slightly slower to maneuver under pressure
01 Back of the court: demands a full swing at slow pace
From the back of the court, this is a demanding racket when points slow down. Its MLD Black EVA core gives very little free rebound, meaning slow balls or shots pinned against the back glass require a strong push from the arm and a complete follow-through to find depth. In return, when you set the pace yourself, the 12K Alum Xtrem face responds with total accuracy and zero trampoline effect.
02 Volley: heavy ball weight and precision under pace
At the net, it asserts its attacking profile through a head-heavy 270 mm balance and a weight between 360 and 375 g, letting you drive deep volleys with plenty of weight on the ball. Because contact is so crisp, you can punch the ball firmly knowing it will go right where you aim without flying into the back glass.
That same mass toward the head comes at a cost in rapid exchanges: it takes a fraction more effort to get into position when opponents target the body or leave you little time to set up.
03 Overheads: strong leverage and crisp flat power
The overhead game is where this racket shows its most aggressive side. The weight concentrated in the head creates strong leverage that helps send the bandeja and vibora through the court heavy and low, aided by the 3D textured face with a sandy finish. On flat overheads like the smash or the slap shot, the face absorbs almost none of the impact, transferring all the force of your swing straight into the ball.
04 Feel and comfort: firm contact with elbow protection
Despite its firm feel at impact, it looks after the joints better than many other attacking rackets. Inside the 12 cm handle sits the new VCS anti-vibration system, which dampens harsh feedback after contact and makes the racket much more forgiving on the arm if you suffer from elbow trouble.
Frequently asked questions
- What racket does Aimar Goñi use?
- Aimar Goñi plays with the Ventus Attack 12K, the most aggressive model in the brand's lineup, built to dominate the aerial game with flat, powerful shots.
- Is the Ventus Attack 12K a stiff or soft racket?
- It has a firm, dry strike that barely absorbs the ball on contact, built to deliver pinpoint accuracy when hitting at full power.
- Is the Ventus Attack 12K easy on the elbow?
- Yes, it is gentler on the arm than most rackets in its class thanks to the VCS system built into the grip, which helps keep joint soreness at bay.
- How does the Ventus Attack 12K perform in defense?
- It asks you to work through every ball off the back glass with a full swing, as the mass toward the tip takes away a bit of quickness when defending deep in the corners.