Siux Trilogy II Control 24K Patty Llaguno 2023

Technologies

Pros

• ✓The 24K Textreme carbon face acts like a springy sheet: blocking volleys or resetting off the back wall, the ball just leaves the racket on its own, no need to throw your whole arm behind the shot A huge sweet spot for a 38 mm round shape: off-center contact on bandejas or defensive lobs still holds its line instead of dying short The EVA Soft core, backed by Shock Out and Pentacore, filters out the harsh vibration of a dry bounce, which any player carrying elbow or wrist niggles will appreciate At 345-365 g with a medium balance it whips through the air at net: cut vibora shots and crossed counter-volleys come off the wrist alone, no dragging the racket head The rough carbon face really bites the ball: sliced bandejas and touch drop shots grip the surface for real

Cons

• ✗Not a racket for smashing your way to X4 winners: the control-oriented profile and EVA Soft core cushion the impact, so a flat smash comes out at half the pace you'd get from a diamond shape The medium-soft feel gives you less feedback on very powerful incoming shots: on fast reflex volleys the racket face gives slightly and it's harder to judge depth That generous ball exit works against players who hit hard from the back: if you don't add cut or adjust your height, the ball tends to sail long At the top of its weight range (365 g) it loses some of its natural maneuverability; to get the most out of it, stick to the lower end of the range

The Siux Trilogy II Control 24K Patty Llaguno 2023 is designed for competition or pro-level players who prioritise performance and precision over comfort. Its round shape concentrates the sweet spot in the center of the face, increasing tolerance and favouring control. The medium balance keeps a balanced behaviour between baseline shots and volleys. With a weight of 345-365g, it sits among the lighter rackets on the market: easier to swing and less stressful on the elbow.

Siux Trilogy II Control 24K Patty Llaguno 2023 Review: Control That Doesn't Punish Your Arm

The Siux Trilogy II Control 24K Patty Llaguno 2023 launched as the signature racket of Patty Llaguno, who at the time sat at No. 8 in the World Padel Tour women's rankings. It's a round-shaped racket weighing 345-365 g, with a 24K Textreme Carbon face, EVA Soft core and 38 mm frame, backed by a tech package of Shock Out, Dual Pro Grip and Pentacore.

That combination defines its personality before you even step on court: competition-grade control with a medium-soft touch that's rare in rackets built for playing an attacking game.

Why does 24K carbon feel so different from 12K or 3K in this racket?

The 24K Textreme on this padel racket isn't chasing stiffness, it's chasing spring. The weave is described as more elastic and supple than standard carbon layups, which gives the hitting surface a slight give on contact and lets it snap back, returning energy as the ball leaves.

The practical payoff: generous ball exit without having to load up on power. On a defensive reset off the back wall, when you're stretched and can only block, the racket pushes the ball deep on its own.

The EVA Soft core backs that up. A softer core extends dwell time on the strings, improves the feel of "holding" the ball, and takes the edge off the vibration spike that travels up to your elbow.

Siux Trilogy II Control 24K: full spec sheet

Pentacore and Shock Out: what they actually do against vibration

Pentacore is a reinforcement system around the throat/bridge area. It does two jobs: it stiffens the join between core and frame so the hitting surface doesn't twist on off-center contact, and it cuts down the vibration transfer linked to injury risk.

Shock Out works elsewhere: absorbent inserts sit inside the holes on the face. Instead of letting the shockwave from impact travel cleanly through the surface, it dampens it before it reaches the handle.

Dual Pro Grip rounds out the package at the handle. This isn't just spec-sheet padding: on a control racket that's going to absorb a lot of firepower from the opponent, managing vibration is the difference between finishing a match with a fresh wrist or a sore one.

Shot by shot: how it performs on court

Bandeja. This is where the racket makes its strongest case. The rough face bites into the ball on the slice and the wide sweet spot forgives contact taken high and out in front. The bandeja comes out deep with a dead bounce without you needing to accelerate your arm.

Vibora. With a 38 mm frame and medium balance, the racket head snaps through quickly. You can open the wrist and land a short, cross-court vibora with real bite, though don't expect diamond-shape ball speed.

Smash. This is its honest limit. A flat smash aiming for the X3 or X4 loses steam: the EVA Soft dampens the impact and the control-oriented profile isn't built to convert. It works better as a placed smash to the feet than a power finisher.

Defense and lob. With the ball exit the 24K delivers, a defensive lob from the back of the court comes off with barely any effort. That's a serious selling point for players who defend a lot and need to clear the ball without hammering their shoulder.

Volley. Blocking volleys is a strength; reflex volleys against very fast incoming shots take some adjustment, since the softer feel gives you less feedback on exactly how much pace you're carrying.

Who is the Trilogy II Control 24K built for?

Short answer: advanced or competition-level players with a tactical style, who build the point with deep bandejas, precise lobs and placed volleys rather than hunting for a power winner. It's also a strong option for anyone dealing with elbow discomfort who still wants a genuine competition racket.

Players who hit hard from the back and rely on the smash to close out points will find this model short on punch, and it also tends to run long if you don't manage your height on the ball.

1. **Ideal profile:** a net player with a positional game and plenty of court hours behind them.
2. **Best pairing:** works well alongside a partner who takes on the finishing smash from the other side.
3. **Which weight to pick:** the lower end (345 g) for maximum hand speed; the upper end (365 g) if you want more stability when blocking.

Verdict: a competition round shape that puts your hand before your arm

This Siux model solves a specific problem: real, competition-level control without the harshness that usually comes with it. The 24K Textreme and EVA Soft pull in the same direction — comfort and ball exit — while Pentacore and Shock Out take care of joint health.

What it gives up is obvious and worth saying plainly: smashing power. If your game leans on closing points from above, this isn't your racket. If it leans on consistency, moving your opponent around and winning the long rally, the Siux Trilogy II Control 24K Patty Llaguno 2023 does exactly what it promises.