Best for advanced attackers who finish at the net and overhead
Advanced and professional attacking players who win points with the smash, the víbora and the volley. It suits players with strong technique who take the net early, are comfortable with a head-heavy frame and want a firm, direct contact. Players who use a two-handed backhand or two-handed shots from the back of the court will also benefit from the longer handle. It is not a fit for beginners or intermediate players, for those who build points from the back, or for players with elbow or shoulder problems. Players who want quicker hands at the net and a softer feel should look at a hybrid or teardrop model in the Ventus range.
Specifications
- Shape
- Diamond
- Weight
- 360–375 g
- Touch
- Medium/Hard
- Balance
- High
- Core
- MLD Black EVA
- Faces
- Carbon 12K Alum XTREM
- Frame
- Carbon
- Level
- Professional
Overview of the NOX Ventus Attack 12K XTREM 2027
The NOX Ventus Attack 12K XTREM 2027 is the attacking model of the Ventus line and the signature racket of Aimar Goñi. It is a diamond with a high balance, Carbon 12K Alum XTREM faces, an MLD Black EVA core and a Dual Spin surface. Its most distinctive feature is a handle 30 mm longer than standard, which moves weight toward the head and makes two-handed shots easier. NOX classes it as a professional attacking racket with a medium-hard touch. On court, it delivers a heavy, direct overhead and asks for clean technique in return.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Heavy, fast smash with por tres reach.
- Fast, low víbora helped by the Dual Spin surface.
- Longer handle for two-handed shots.
- Stable frame on blocks and at full extension.
- Balance adjustable with Weight Balance.
- Layered vibration control in handle and frame.
Cons
- Head weight slows reactions in fast net exchanges.
- Compact, high sweet spot punishes low contact.
- Demanding in defense on balls close to the body.
- Firm touch loads the arm on off-center hits.
- Bandeja needs a measured swing to stay controlled.
Technologies & Materials
- Carbon 12K XTREM — interwoven carbon microfilaments that add maximum stiffness and durability while keeping the racket light;
- MLD Black EVA — a multilayered core with rubbers of different densities: controlled ball exit on slow shots and power on smashes;
- Carbon Frame — a carbon frame that adds rigidity and durability;
- EOS Tunnel — side openings in the mold that improve aerodynamics, maneuverability and weight distribution;
- Weight Balance — interchangeable 2 g and 4 g counterweights fitted in the handle, up to 8 g in total, to adjust weight and balance. Compatible with frame protectors;
- Pulse System — rubber inserts running from the base of the frame to the bottom of the cap that dampen vibration;
- Dual Spin — a surface that combines a 3D texture with a sandblasted finish to increase spin;
- VCS — an elastomer lining inside the handle that cushions impact. NOX states it reduces wrist impact by up to 56 % compared with the previous model;
- Dynamic Composite Structure — frame material extended up to 4 cm into the face, so the change in hardness between frame and face is barely noticeable and surface cracks are less likely;
- Custom Grip — NOX's patented grip design that improves hold and reduces vibration;
- Smart Strap — a system for quickly replacing the wrist cord;
- Oversize Grip — a handle 30 mm longer than standard, which helps two-handed shots.
What Makes the NOX Ventus Attack 12K XTREM 2027 Special
The longer handle changes how the racket behaves. With 30 mm added below the hand, the head sits further from the grip, so a high balance becomes even more noticeable in the swing and adds inertia to overheads. The stiff Carbon 12K XTREM faces convert that inertia into ball speed, while the multilayered core still gives some ball exit on slower shots. Weight Balance lets the player add up to 8 g in the handle to fine-tune weight and balance, and a layered anti-vibration system, with VCS in the handle, Pulse System in the frame and Custom Grip, takes the edge off a firm frame.
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How it Feels on the Court
Defense
Defending requires good timing. The multilayered core helps lobs travel with a full stroke, and the extra handle length allows two-handed defensive shots off the back glass.
Important
Balls close to the body are harder: the head weight slows redirection, and late contact loses both depth and direction.
Net Play
Prepared volleys are heavy and penetrating, and the stiff face holds its angle on blocks. In fast exchanges aimed at the body, the head-heavy balance makes the racket slower to react, so early preparation is essential.
Bandeja & Víbora
The Dual Spin surface grips the ball well, and the head weight carries the cut through, so the víbora travels fast and low off the side glass.
Advice
The bandeja is stable at full extension and goes deep, but the stiff face sends it fast, so the swing needs to be measured to keep it under control.
Smash
The smash is the racket's main strength. The high balance and the longer lever add inertia, flat smashes leave the face fast and heavy, and a full swing can take the ball por tres.
Maneuverability
EOS Tunnel helps the head travel through the air, but the high balance and the longer handle are felt in quick reactions at the net and over long rallies. This is a racket for players who can carry head weight.
Forgiveness
The sweet spot is compact and sits high on the face, as is typical of a diamond. Clean contact produces a powerful, precise shot; off-center hits lose pace, and low contact near the throat costs depth quickly.
Comfort
The touch is medium-hard and direct.
Note
VCS, Pulse System and Custom Grip filter much of the vibration on clean hits, but off-center contact still loads the arm, especially over long sessions.
Conclusion
The Ventus Attack 12K XTREM 2027 is built to finish points. The diamond shape, high balance and longer handle give a heavy, fast overhead, the Dual Spin surface adds bite to the víbora, and the stiff faces keep the frame stable at full extension. In return, it asks for early preparation, clean contact high on the face and an arm that tolerates a firm frame. It fits advanced attackers who play from the net and look for the smash; players who need margin in defense or quick hands at the net will find it demanding.
Where to buy NOX Ventus Attack 12K XTREM by Aimar Goñi 2027
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