Dunlop Tristorm Lite vs Siux Electra ST5 Pro Shadow Red 2026 Franco Stupaczuk

“The Tristorm Lite is a forgiving entry-level teardrop that prioritizes ease of swing over raw performance, making it accessible but unremarkable. The EVA core delivers a predictable, muted feel that suits absolute beginners transitioning from tennis or picking up padel for the first time, though the head-heavy balance at 365g creates a slight contradiction with its lite branding, adding fatigue on extended volleys. At its price point Dunlop faces stiff competition from Babolat and Head beginner lines that offer comparable or better sweetspot tolerance, keeping value squarely average.”

“Franco Stupaczuk's Shadow Red ST5 is built to attack: power 90 with control 78 is a proper first-strike profile, and the confirmed even balance at 365 g explains why it feels quicker between shots than its hitting power implies. Blocks and counters stay manageable, then the same frame turns a short lob into a finished point. The firm side is unavoidable: comfort 67 and tolerance 66 mean mishits are felt and punished. Beyond balance and weight, full spec for this colourway is unconfirmed, so try before you buy. For aggressive all-court players it is a convincing signature frame.”

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