NOX Genius 12K Alum XTREM 2027 Padel Racket
4.94 out of 5 from 96 verified store reviews- Shape
- Teardrop
- Weight
- 360–375 g
- Level
- Advanced
- Style
- All-round
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Pre-order. Released 1 November 2026. Dispatched once stock arrives.
Free delivery on this order
Pre-order. Released 1 November 2026. Dispatched once stock arrives. Then delivered in 2 to 4 working days with The Courier Guy or PUDO.
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How the NOX Genius 12K Alum XTREM 2027 Padel Racket plays
Agustín Tapia's all-round Genius with the stiffer 12K Alum XTREM carbon face, for players who want a more direct, precise feel.
The NOX Genius 12K Alum XTREM 2027 Padel Racket is a teardrop padel racket weighing 360–375 g with an adjustable balance, a 12K Alum XTREM carbon face and an MLD Black EVA core. It is part of Agustín Tapia's 2027 signature range. It suits advanced to pro players with an all-round game that switches between defence and attack.
Our ratings are a buying guide based on each racket's build and how it plays, not lab measurements.
Pick it if
- You switch between defence and attack in the same rally
- Your technique is consistent and you generate your own pace
Look elsewhere if
- You are new to padel. See rackets by level
Description
The NOX Genius 12K Alum XTREM 2027 is the stiffer, more direct version of Agustín Tapia's all-round teardrop. It replaces the AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2026 and keeps the balance between control and power that defines the Genius.
The refined 12K Alum XTREM weave reduces fibre waviness, which makes the face stiffer and more stable in heat and cold. The big change for 2027 is the core: NOX has moved from HR3 Black EVA to the multilayer MLD Black EVA, which keeps slow balls lively and stays firm on hard hits. The refined Genius mould, the new VCS anti-vibration handle and the Weight Balance system (up to 8 g) complete the package.
Technology
Specifications
Weights are nominal. Grips, overgrips and protectors add a few grams to any racket.
Questions players ask
Who is the NOX Genius 12K Alum XTREM 2027 for?
Advanced to pro players with an all-round game that switches between defence and attack. The teardrop shape balances a usable sweet spot with extra reach and pop on overheads.
What is the difference between the Genius 12K Alum XTREM and the Genius 18K Alum 2027?
Both are Agustín Tapia's all-round teardrops with an MLD Black EVA core. The 12K Alum XTREM face is a tighter, stiffer weave for a more direct, precise feel, while the 18K Alum face feels a little more solid and forgiving.
What is new in the NOX Genius 12K Alum XTREM 2027?
The core changes from HR3 Black EVA to MLD Black EVA, the Genius mould is refined, and VCS anti-vibration is added to the handle. The name drops the AT10 Luxury prefix.
Is the NOX Genius 12K Alum XTREM 2027 good for beginners?
No. It is built for experienced players and asks for clean technique. Beginners will progress faster with a round, forgiving racket. See rackets by level.
How heavy is the NOX Genius 12K Alum XTREM 2027?
The nominal weight is 360–375 g and the balance is adjustable.
What is the NOX Genius 12K Alum XTREM 2027 made of?
It has a 12K Alum XTREM carbon face, an MLD Black EVA core and a carbon frame.
How fast is delivery in South Africa?
This racket is on pre-order and is dispatched once stock arrives after release. It then arrives in 1 to 3 working days with The Courier Guy or PUDO. Delivery is free on orders over R2000.
Shipping information
- Free delivery on orders over R2000
- Pre-order: dispatched once stock arrives after release
- Delivered in 1 to 3 working days by The Courier Guy or PUDO
- Tracking sent by email or SMS once dispatched
Questions? WhatsApp us on 078 682 5432.
Warranty and authenticity
Every product we sell is original and authentic. Some stock is a parallel import: the same product, bought through an international supplier instead of the brand's South African distributor, so the brand's local warranty may not apply.
The Padel Market handles warranty claims and product issues directly, under our returns and refunds policy. Your statutory consumer rights are not affected.
Think something is wrong with your item? WhatsApp us on 078 682 5432. Read our parallel import disclaimer
Why buy from The Padel Market
- 100% authentic. Original products, never copies.
- New and pre-owned. Options for every budget.
- Trade-ins welcome. Put your old racket towards your next one. How it works
- Real advice. Message us and a padel player will help you choose.
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| Price | R 8,995 | R 5,000 | R 5,000 | R 6,800 |
| Shape | Teardrop | Teardrop | Teardrop | Teardrop |
| Weight | 360–375 g | 360–375 g | 360–375 g | 350–360 g |
| Balance | Adjustable | – | – | Medium, adjustable |
| Face | 12K Alum XTREM carbon | Silver fibreglass (aluminised) | Silver fibreglass (aluminised) | 12K carbon |
| Core | MLD Black EVA | HR3 Soft EVA | HR3 Hard EVA | MLD Black EVA |
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| Control | ||||
| Comfort | ||||
| Link | View racket | View racket | View racket |
Ratings are our buying guide, based on each racket's build and how it plays.
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