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Bullpadel Vertex 05 Geo 2026 Pablo Cardona vs Starvie Astrum +

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Bullpadel Vertex 05 Geo 2026 Pablo Cardona
Bullpadel

Bullpadel Vertex 05 Geo 2026 Pablo Cardona

Starvie Astrum +
Starvie

Starvie Astrum +

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PRR verdict

Bullpadel Vertex 05 Geo 2026 Pablo Cardona wins by 11 points

Bullpadel Vertex 05 Geo 2026 Pablo Cardona scores 92/100 against 81/100 for the Starvie Astrum +. Its biggest edge is power (+19). The Starvie Astrum + answers back on sweet spot (+7). On price, the Starvie Astrum + is currently €46 cheaper.

Score breakdown
Bullpadel Vertex 05 Geo 2026 Pablo Cardona
Starvie Astrum +
Overall
92/100Best
81/100
Control
78
80Best
Power
93Best
74
Sweet spot
65
72Best
Maneuverability
70
72Best
Comfort
66
72Best
Specs
Bullpadel Vertex 05 Geo 2026 Pablo Cardona
Starvie Astrum +
Shape
Teardrop
Teardrop
Balance
Head-heavy
Even
Weight
365–375 g
350–370 g
Core
Multi-EVA
Medium EVA
Face material
Carbon 3K
Carbon 12K
Level
Advanced
Advanced
Playing style
Power
Control
Bullpadel Vertex 05 Geo 2026 Pablo Cardona

The Bullpadel Vertex 05 Geo 2026 Pablo Cardona is a head-heavy teardrop at 270 mm balance and 365-375 g, built for advanced players who want elite overhead output. Power at 93 is exceptional: smashes carry serious weight through the Carbon 3K face, and the head-heavy teardrop keeps the sweet spot accessible alongside that pace. Control at 78 is functional. Comfort at 66 is the cost, particularly across long or back-to-back sessions. PRR score: 92/100.

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Starvie Astrum +

The Starvie Astrum + 2026 is an even-balance teardrop with a medium-EVA core and Carbon 12K face, built for advanced players who want reliable directional control. Control at 80 leads the profile. Tolerance at 72 and comfort at 72 confirm a forgiving, arm-friendly character. Power at 74 is the honest trade-off: overhead pace must come from technique. PRR score: 81/100.

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