{"product_id":"hirostar-alien-core-2026","title":"Hirostar Alien Core 2026 Padel Racket","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tpd tpd--racket\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__hook\"\u003eAttack geometry with room to breathe. The forgiving Alien, for advanced players who build the point then finish it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__sum\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHirostar Alien Core 2026 Padel Racket\u003c\/strong\u003e is a diamond padel racket weighing 365–380 g with a medium-high balance, a 12K Carbon face and an EVA Black core. It suits advanced players with an all-round game that switches between defence and attack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__profile\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__ptitle\"\u003eThe Padel Market playing profile\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__facts\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__fact\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__fact-l\"\u003eLevel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__fact-v\"\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__fact\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__fact-l\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__fact-v\"\u003eAll-round\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__fact\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__fact-l\"\u003eShape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__fact-v\"\u003eDiamond\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__bars\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__bar\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__bar-l\"\u003ePower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__track\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__fill\" style=\"width:81%\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__bar-v\"\u003eVery high\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__bar\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__bar-l\"\u003eControl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__track\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__fill\" style=\"width:66%\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__bar-v\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__bar\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__bar-l\"\u003eComfort\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__track\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__fill\" style=\"width:56%\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__bar-v\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__bar\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__bar-l\"\u003eManoeuvrability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__track\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__fill\" style=\"width:58%\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__bar-v\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__pnote\"\u003eOur ratings are a buying guide based on each racket's build and how it plays, not lab measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__keys\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__key\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-top\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 8h10M5 8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h10a2 2 0 0 1 2 2M6 8l1 11a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h8a1 1 0 0 0 1-1l1-11\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-l\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-v\"\u003e365–380 g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__key\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-top\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 4v9M6 13a6 6 0 0 0 12 0M6 13H4l2-4 2 4H6zm12 0h-2l2-4 2 4h-2z\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-l\"\u003eBalance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-v\"\u003eMedium-high\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__key\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-top\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"4\" y=\"4\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" rx=\"2\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M4 10h16M10 4v16\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-l\"\u003eFace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-v\"\u003e12K Carbon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__key\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-top\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"3.4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-l\"\u003eCore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-v\"\u003eEVA Black\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__key\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-top\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"5\" y=\"3\" width=\"14\" height=\"18\" rx=\"7\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-l\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-v\"\u003e100% carbon tubular\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__key\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-top\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"4\" y=\"5\" width=\"16\" height=\"15\" rx=\"2\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M4 10h16M9 3v4M15 3v4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-l\"\u003eYear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__key-v\"\u003e2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__fit\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__fitcol tpd__fitcol--yes\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__fit-h\"\u003ePick it if\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tpd__fitlist\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__fitli\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"tpd__fitic\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 12.5l4.2 4L19 7\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2.2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou switch between defence and attack in the same rally\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__fitli\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"tpd__fitic\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 12.5l4.2 4L19 7\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2.2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour technique is consistent and you generate your own pace\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__fitcol tpd__fitcol--no\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__fit-h\"\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tpd__fitlist\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__fitli\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"tpd__fitic\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 7l10 10M17 7L7 17\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou need a big, forgiving sweet spot. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shop-by-shape\"\u003eTry a round racket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__fitli\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"tpd__fitic\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 7l10 10M17 7L7 17\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are new to padel. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shop-by-level\"\u003eSee rackets by level\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__fitli\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"tpd__fitic\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 7l10 10M17 7L7 17\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou prefer a light racket for long sessions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__acc\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tpd__row\" open\u003e\u003csummary class=\"tpd__head\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__ic\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icsvg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M6 3h9l4 4v14H6V3z\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M14 3v5h5M8.5 13h7M8.5 17h7\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__t\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__chev\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__body\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"tpd__p\"\u003eThe Hirostar Alien Core 2026 is the more controlled expression of the Alien family. You keep the attacking geometry and the power on overheads, but you get a wider usable sweet spot and better feel on volleys and counters. The Xeno Green finish gives it a bold identity that matches how it plays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"tpd__row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"tpd__head\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__ic\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icsvg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"5\" y=\"5\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 2v3M15 2v3M9 19v3M15 19v3M2 9h3M2 15h3M19 9h3M19 15h3M9.5 9.5h5v5h-5z\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__t\"\u003eTechnology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__chev\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__body\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__feats\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__feat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"tpd__feat-n\"\u003e12K Carbon face\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__feat-t\"\u003eA more elastic carbon weave than the Pro's 24K, giving a softer, more forgiving response while keeping a direct, powerful ball exit.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__feat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"tpd__feat-n\"\u003eEVA Black core\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__feat-t\"\u003eA balanced foam that keeps output controllable and comfortable rally to rally, so the racket stays usable across a full match.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__feat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"tpd__feat-n\"\u003e100% carbon tubular frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__feat-t\"\u003eA full carbon frame for rigidity and long term durability, holding its shape and response through hard use.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__feat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"tpd__feat-n\"\u003eAerodynamic anti-vibration bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__feat-t\"\u003eSpeeds up the swing through the air and soaks up shock at the throat, so your elbow takes less punishment over a long match.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__feat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"tpd__feat-n\"\u003eHirostar Smart Holes System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__feat-t\"\u003eHole placement tuned across the face to widen the usable sweet spot and cut drag, so off centre contact still comes off cleanly.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__feat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"tpd__feat-n\"\u003eMatte sandblasted finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__feat-t\"\u003eA rough, gritty face that bites the ball on contact, giving you more spin on viboras, bandejas and kick smashes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__feat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"tpd__feat-n\"\u003eXeno Green 2026 design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__feat-t\"\u003eThe Alien Core's own visual identity, sharing the Alien family construction philosophy in a more versatile setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"tpd__row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"tpd__head\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__ic\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icsvg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M8 4h8a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14H6V6a2 2 0 0 1 2-2z\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9.5 9h5M9.5 13h5M9.5 17h3\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__t\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__chev\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eHirostar\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eHirostar Alien Core 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eModel year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003e2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eShape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eDiamond\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003e365–380 g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eBalance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eMedium-high\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eFace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003e12K Carbon, matte sandblasted\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eSurface finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eMatte, sandblasted\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eCore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eEVA Black\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003e100% carbon tubular\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eThickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003e38 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003ePlayer level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003ePlay style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eAll-round\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003ePlayer series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eTolito Aguirre range\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eDesigned and built in Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eNew\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__srow\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sl\"\u003eManufacturer code\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__sv\"\u003eR26010\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__note\"\u003eWeights are nominal. Grips, overgrips and protectors add a few grams to any racket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"tpd__row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"tpd__head\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__ic\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icsvg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9.6 9.3a2.5 2.5 0 0 1 4.8.9c0 1.7-2.4 2.1-2.4 3.6M12 17.2v.3\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__t\"\u003eQuestions players ask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__chev\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__body\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__q\"\u003eWho is the Hirostar Alien Core 2026 for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__a\"\u003eAdvanced players who want diamond attacking geometry with more control and forgiveness than the Alien Pro, and strong intermediate players ready to move into a diamond shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__q\"\u003eIs the Alien Core easier to use than the Alien Pro?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__a\"\u003eYes. The 12K carbon face and softer EVA Black core give a more elastic response and a wider usable sweet spot, so mistimed shots are less punishing than on the Pro's 24K construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__q\"\u003eIs the Hirostar Alien Core a power or a control racket?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__a\"\u003eIt sits between the two. The diamond shape and medium-high balance deliver real power on overheads, while the softer face and core give you enough control to construct rallies and volley accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__q\"\u003eCan a beginner use the Hirostar Alien Core?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__a\"\u003eNo. Every racket in the Alien range is diamond shaped and built for developed technique. A beginner will get far more from a round or teardrop control racket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__q\"\u003eHow much does the Hirostar Alien Core 2026 cost in South Africa?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__a\"\u003eThe Padel Market sells the Hirostar Alien Core 2026 for R5699, with free delivery on orders over R2000 anywhere in South Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__q\"\u003eHow fast is delivery in South Africa?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__a\"\u003eOrders are dispatched within 1 business day of payment and arrive in 1 to 3 working days with The Courier Guy or PUDO. Delivery is free on orders over R2000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"tpd__row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"tpd__head\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__ic\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icsvg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 7h11v8H3z\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M14 10h4l3 3v2h-7z\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"7\" cy=\"17\" r=\"1.8\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"17.5\" cy=\"17\" r=\"1.8\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__t\"\u003eShipping information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__chev\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__body\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tpd__list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__li\"\u003eFree delivery on orders over R2000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__li\"\u003eDispatched within 1 business day of payment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__li\"\u003eDelivered in 1 to 3 working days by The Courier Guy or PUDO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__li\"\u003eTracking sent by email or SMS once dispatched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__p\"\u003eQuestions? WhatsApp us on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/27786825432\"\u003e078 682 5432\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"tpd__row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"tpd__head\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__ic\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icsvg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 3l7 3v6c0 4.3-3 8.2-7 9-4-.8-7-4.7-7-9V6l7-3z\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 8v4M12 15.5v.4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__t\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__chev\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__body\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__p\"\u003eCovered by the manufacturer's warranty against genuine manufacturing defects, up to the amount paid. Impact damage, misuse and normal wear such as grip wear or surface scratches are not covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tpd__p\"\u003eThink you have a warranty issue? WhatsApp us on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/27786825432\"\u003e078 682 5432\u003c\/a\u003e and we will guide you through the brand's claim process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"tpd__row\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"tpd__head\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__ic\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"tpd__icsvg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 3l7 3v6c0 4.3-3 8.2-7 9-4-.8-7-4.7-7-9V6l7-3z\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__t\"\u003eWhy buy from The Padel Market\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tpd__chev\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__body\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"tpd__list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__li\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% authentic.\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine stock from the brands, never grey imports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__li\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew and pre-owned.\u003c\/strong\u003e Options for every budget.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__li\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-ins welcome.\u003c\/strong\u003e Put your old racket towards your next one. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/padel-trade-in\"\u003eHow it works\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"tpd__li\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal advice.\u003c\/strong\u003e Message us and a padel player will help you choose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__more\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tpd__more-l\"\u003eExplore more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tpd__pills\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"tpd__pill\" href=\"\/collections\/hirostar\"\u003eAll Hirostar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"tpd__pill\" href=\"\/pages\/shop-by-shape\"\u003eDiamond rackets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"tpd__pill\" href=\"\/pages\/shop-by-level\"\u003eRackets by level\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"tpd__pill\" href=\"\/pages\/shop-by-style\"\u003eRackets by style\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"tpd__pill\" href=\"\/collections\/padel-rackets\"\u003eAll rackets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"tpd__pill\" href=\"\/pages\/padel-trade-in\"\u003eTrade in your racket\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hirostar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49435898970347,"sku":"HS-ALIENCORE-26","price":5699.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/0703\/9211\/files\/images_1.jpg?v=1791339965","url":"https:\/\/thepadelmarket.co.za\/products\/hirostar-alien-core-2026","provider":"The Padel Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}