Lok Carb-On Hype Franco Dal Bianco

Technologies

Pros

• ✓The sandy 12K carbon face paired with the rigid EVA core gives a dry, direct response you feel on the x3 smash and the vibora, with plenty of ball exit speed. The diamond shape and head-heavy balance concentrate the mass in the upper part of the head, adding punch to the flat smash and to the mid-height volley finish. The sandy texture with 3D Spin Lines makes it easier to put spin on the vibora and the topspin smash, and helps the ball bite off the back wall. The 38 mm frame and 45.5 cm length give a generous lever for accelerating on high balls and finishing the point from the net. The Dynamic Holes and Carbon Reinforcement reinforce the idea of an attacking racket, with a build that stays stiff through repeated smash impacts.

Cons

• ✗The head-heavy balance and the 360-375 g weight range are a handicap in quick volleys and net exchanges: if you are late on the preparation, the racket head lags behind and the ball goes out without direction. The rigid EVA core and hard carbon face offer little help in defence: on a wall exit or a defensive lob you have to generate the speed yourself, because the racket won't give it to you. The sweet spot is smaller than on round padel rackets, so off-centre hits, especially on the bandeja and low defence, lose a lot of accuracy and send vibrations through the arm.

12K carbon, a rigid EVA core and a 360-375 g weight range: the 2026 Lok Carb-On Hype Franco Dal Bianco is built for players who decide points from above. It is a head-heavy diamond padel racket designed for attack, carrying the signature of Argentine player Franco Dal Bianco.

Who Is the Lok Carb-On Hype Franco Dal Bianco For?

It is designed for advanced players with an attacking game. Its diamond shape, head-heavy balance and rigid EVA core reward the player who gets into position well and looks to close the point with smashes and viboras. It demands arm strength, technique and quick feet, and it punishes anyone who hits late or without accelerating.

Lok Carb-On Hype Franco Dal Bianco Specs

Sandy 12K Carbon and Rigid EVA: Where the Power Comes From

The combination of a 12K carbon face and a rigid EVA core defines the character of this padel racket. The face is firm and the core barely deforms on impact, so the energy goes back into the ball without much filtering. The feel is dry, direct and fairly hard.

The sandy finish, reinforced by the 3D Spin Lines, adds grip on the ball. In practice that means more spin on the vibora and the topspin smash, and a more pronounced kick when you serve or smash with slice towards the side wall.

The 38 mm frame is what supports that stiffness. Together with the Carbon Reinforcement, the whole package feels stable on hard shots and stops the head from twisting more than it should when you hit at full speed.

Asymmetric Heart, Gradual Face and Dynamic Holes: Technology Built for the Smash

The Dynamic Holes System is aimed at optimising power, and the intention of the racket shows: every technology pushes towards the same goal, which is hitting hard with the ball in the air. Asymmetric Heart and Gradual Face complete a face designed for the hitter, although it is the materials that dominate the final feel.

The Comfort Wristband is a practical detail rather than a performance feature, but it helps in long matches with plenty of smashing and sweat.

x3 Smash, Vibora and Bandeja: How It Plays on Court

The x3 smash is the shot where this racket explains itself. With the head-heavy balance, the head gains momentum through the arm swing and the ball leaves with plenty of speed. On the flat smash and the high volley finish, the power is the kind that closes points.

The vibora is the next shot that suits its profile: the sandy face helps you cut the ball and keep it alive off the wall. The bandeja works well if you play it with time and clean contact, but it demands precise racket placement; it does not forgive an off-centre hit.

Off the wall, the behaviour is honest: the racket does not give you free ball exit, so you have to accelerate the shot. With the right footwork and preparation it responds; with a passive swing, the ball dies short.

Where It Falls Short: Defence, Quick Volleys and Late Shots

The 360-375 g weight and the head-heavy balance come at a price at the net. In an exchange of quick volleys, the racket moves more slowly than a mid-balance option, and the extra preparation time shows. Maneuverability is moderate, not the best in its category.

In defence it is not forgiving either. The rigid EVA core returns the ball with little help, and a defensive lob or a low block means you have to do the work yourself. The sweet spot is compact: if you hit off-centre, the racket lets you know.

Who Should Play with the Lok Carb-On Hype Franco Dal Bianco?

• Advanced players with a strong smash and a trained arm.
• Attacking players who close points at the net, not from the back of the court.
• Those looking for a sandy face to add spin to the vibora and the topspin smash.
• Players who handle the weight well and prefer a firm racket to a comfortable one.

The ideal partner is someone who builds the point and leaves you balls at mid-height to finish. If your game is based on defending and waiting for your opponent's mistake, or if you are still in transition towards the advanced level, this padel racket will demand more of you than it gives back.

Verdict: An Attacking Diamond That Doesn't Forgive Imprecision

This Lok racket is coherent from start to finish: 12K carbon, rigid EVA, head-heavy balance and a sandy surface, all geared towards power. It delivers on what it promises in the x3 smash, the vibora and the smash.

In return, it offers little tolerance in defence, a tight sweet spot and a weight that tires you out in long matches. It is a racket for the player who knows what they want from it and has the fitness and technique to get the most out of it.