Design and construction of the Oxdog Ultimate Tour 2025
The Oxdog Ultimate Tour 2025 is engineered for intermediate to advanced padel players who demand a blend of power, control, and comfort. The reviewer highlights its diamond-shaped design and medium balance, which together enable players to generate powerful shots without sacrificing precision. The racket’s face is made from HES Carbon, a highly reactive and durable carbon fiber that maximizes energy transfer and ensures long-lasting performance. This material choice, combined with a medium-density foam core, delivers a playing experience that balances responsiveness with comfort.
- Shape: Diamond
- Declared weight: 365g
- Measured weight (review sample): 372g
- Balance: Medium/neutral
- Face material: HES Carbon
- Core: Medium foam
The frame incorporates several advanced technologies, including PowerRibs™ to reduce vibrations, the Vibradamp System for enhanced comfort, and Side Ports that improve aerodynamics and maneuverability. The Dynamic Sweet Spot Holes (DSH) pattern is specifically designed to enlarge the sweet spot, optimizing both spin and power.
Performance in volleys and net play
During testing, the reviewer found the Oxdog Ultimate Tour 2025 to deliver excellent touch and comfort at the net. The racket provides a crisp response, allowing for effective volleys with good spin and a satisfying level of power. The impact feel is described as slightly firm—rated a 7 out of 10 for hardness—which will appeal to players who prefer a more solid sensation, especially those transitioning from rackets like the Babolat Viper Technical. The reviewer notes that the sweet spot is somewhat larger than that of comparable rackets, offering more margin for error and easier maneuverability.
For volleys, the reviewer awarded the racket a score of 8.5, emphasizing its great maneuverability and reliable performance in fast exchanges close to the net.
High shots, bandejas, and overheads
The Oxdog Ultimate Tour 2025 excels in high shots, such as viboras and bandejas. The reviewer praises its ability to generate spin and maintain control even during aggressive overheads. The combination of the diamond shape and the racket’s technologies—like the PowerRibs™ and Side Ports—helps reduce vibration and improve stability during these powerful strokes.
When rating performance on high shots, the reviewer gives the racket a 9, highlighting its effectiveness and the confidence it inspires during attacking play above the shoulder.
Control and comfort in basic strokes
On groundstrokes—forehand, backhand, and lobs—the Ultimate Tour 2025 offers a balanced mix of power and control. The reviewer points out that the sweet spot is positioned slightly above center and is fairly generous, making it easier to execute consistent, controlled shots. The racket’s medium foam core and carbon construction contribute to a comfortable impact, reducing strain on the arm and allowing for longer play sessions without fatigue.
For these basic strokes, the reviewer rates the racket an 8, noting that the only minor drawback is a slight reduction in touch on lobs compared to other shots.
Wall rebounds and defensive play
In defensive situations, such as low and high wall rebounds, the Oxdog Ultimate Tour 2025 performs admirably. The reviewer describes the low wall rebound as “good for touch,” allowing for precise control and easy maneuvering when under pressure. Lobs off the glass are also effective, with the racket providing reliable lift and direction.
For low wall rebounds, the reviewer gives a score of 9, while high wall rebounds receive an 8.5. The only area for improvement noted is a slight desire for more power on high rebounds, but overall, the racket remains responsive and comfortable in these scenarios.
Blocking, smashes, and vibration management
Blocking shots with the Ultimate Tour 2025 is a positive experience, thanks to the advanced vibration-dampening technologies. The reviewer notes a near-total absence of vibration, which is especially beneficial for players prone to arm discomfort. However, the sweet spot feels slightly less forgiving on blocks, requiring more precise contact for optimal results. The reviewer rates blocking at 8.
For smashes and powerful overheads, the racket earns another 8. While the reviewer expected a touch more explosiveness, he acknowledges that the test balls were not brand new, which may have influenced the result. Nevertheless, the racket delivers solid performance for aggressive finishing shots.
Price evaluation and value for money
The Oxdog Ultimate Tour 2025 is positioned as a mid-range racket in terms of price, with a list price of €249. The reviewer compares this favorably to competitors like the Babolat Air Viper (which retails at €320), noting that the Oxdog offers similar or better performance at a significantly lower cost. For its price, the reviewer gives a score of 6.5, explaining that he is typically strict on price ratings but acknowledges the Ultimate Tour’s competitive value within its segment.
Summary of reviewer ratings and key impressions
- Volleys: 8.5
- High shots (vibora, bandeja): 9
- Basic strokes (forehand, backhand, lob): 9
- Low wall rebound: 9
- High wall rebound: 8.5
- Blocking: 8
- Smash: 8
- Price: 6.5
Overall, the reviewer concludes that the Oxdog Ultimate Tour 2025 is an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced players seeking a firm, maneuverable racket with advanced technology and a generous sweet spot. Its combination of comfort, power, and spin potential—along with a competitive price—makes it a standout option in the current padel market.
