PR Hybrid Carbon
Decathlon Kuikma teardrop around 370 g ±5, medium balance, 12K carbon over fiberglass, Black EVA medium, 38 mm.
- Teardrop
- Intermediate
- Best forNL/EU club players buying Kuikma at Decathlon who want carbon without tour pricing
- CategoryPadel Rackets
Overview
Decathlon Kuikma teardrop around 370 g ±5, medium balance, 12K carbon over fiberglass, Black EVA medium, 38 mm.
Buy this if you want a current Kuikma hybrid carbon at club price. PR Soft 500 stays the softer/value sibling in this catalog.
- Decathlon publishes 370 g ±5, teardrop, medium 260 mm, 12K, Black EVA medium, 38 mm
- A real step above PR Soft 500 without jumping to a €350 tour racket
At a glance
- Shape
- Teardrop
- Minimum weight
- 365 g
- Maximum weight
- 375 g
- Balance
- Medium
- Core
- Medium Eva
- Face
- 12K Carbon Over Fiberglass
- Thickness
- 38 mm
- Category
- Padel Rackets
- Best for
- NL/EU club players buying Kuikma at Decathlon who want carbon without tour pricing
How to think about this racket
What it is
Kuikma PR Hybrid Carbon is Decathlon’s accessible carbon hybrid: teardrop, ~370 g, medium balance, 12K carbon with fiberglass layers, Black EVA medium.
Who it's for
Regular club players who want more structure than a soft fiberglass starter without a tour-price Genius.
How it plays
Decathlon copy is power and control from 12K plus medium Black EVA that still works at moderate speed. Manufacturer language, not a Kitletics test.
Power vs control
Hybrid. Easier power than PR Soft 500; less control-first than a round Comfort Soft.
Handling
370 g ±5 and medium balance — standard adult, not ultralight.
Comfort
Medium EVA, not Soft. Comfort Soft / PR Soft 500 if arm comfort is the job.
Sweet spot / forgiveness
Teardrop is more usable than a diamond Vertex, less than a round Kuikma.
Materials
3× fiberglass + 1× 12K, Twin Carbon Tube, Black EVA medium, 38 mm, rough surface.
Buy if
- You want a published 370 g Kuikma teardrop with 12K carbon and medium Black EVA.
- You shop Decathlon and need a step up from PR Soft 500.
Skip if
- You want the softest Kuikma round — that is Comfort Soft / PR Soft 500.
- You want a Premier Padel diamond.
Not ideal for: True beginners who still need a round soft EVA · Tour attackers who want Vertex 05 or AT10 Attack
How it decides
- Power7.4
Teardrop + 12K + medium EVA is mid-pack power, not a diamond Attack.
- Control7.4
Medium balance hybrid. Not a round control racket.
- Forgiveness7.0
Teardrop + medium EVA, more usable than Hack 04, less than PR Soft 500.
- Maneuverability6.8
370 g ±5 is a standard adult band.
- Comfort6.8
Medium EVA, not Soft. Shock Block is a manufacturer comfort claim.
- Stability7.6
Twin Carbon Tube is Decathlon’s stiffness/stability story.
These are explainable buying attributes with source type, not laboratory measurements or a Kitletics overall score.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Decathlon publishes 370 g ±5, teardrop, medium 260 mm, 12K, Black EVA medium, 38 mm
- A real step above PR Soft 500 without jumping to a €350 tour racket
Cons
- Not as soft as PR Comfort Soft / PR Soft 500
- Not a named Premier Padel signature at the Hybrid Pro price
How it fits different uses
| Use case | Score |
|---|---|
Padel Balanced Decathlon hybrid carbon for regular players. | 82 |
Padel Beginner Possible if you have a racket-sport background; Soft 500 is easier. | 58 |
Specifications
- Shape
- Teardrop
- Minimum weight
- 365g
- Maximum weight
- 375g
- Balance
- Medium
- Core
- Medium Eva
- Face
- 12K Carbon Over Fiberglass
- Thickness
- 38mm
Shape & weight
| Shape | Teardrop |
|---|---|
| Balance | Medium |
| Minimum weight | 365 g |
| Maximum weight | 375 g |
| Thickness | 38 mm |
| Sweet Spot | Not Published |
Construction
| Frame material | Twin Carbon Tube |
|---|---|
| Face | 12K Carbon Over Fiberglass |
| Face material | Carbon |
| Face carbon weave | 12K |
| Core | Medium Eva |
| Manufacturer core | Black EVA Medium |
| Surface texture | Rough |
| Feel | Not Published |
| Technologies | Twin Carbon Tube, Shock Block System, Air Foam Frame, Rough Surface |
Positioning
| Player Level | Intermediate |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Positioning | Regular Player Hybrid Carbon |
Other
| Length | Not Published |
|---|---|
| Finish | Not Published |
PR family
Where to buy
Showing offers for Netherlands. Prices may change at the retailer.
No verified retailer offers currently available in your region.
Product specs and editorial guidance still apply. Shopping region can be changed in the site header — coverage is not equal in every market.
Kitletics may earn a commission when you buy through some retailer links. This does not affect our recommendations. Affiliate disclosure
Sources & evidence
Kitletics does not invent star ratings or buyer reviews. Below is the structured evidence behind this product page.
How we assessed this product
Kitletics has not personally tested this product. Claims below are limited to the linked evidence types.
- Verified specification
Decathlon (Kuikma) PR Hybrid Carbon
Manufacturer specifications and positioning for Kuikma PR Hybrid Carbon. Not a Kitletics lab measurement.
Verified 13 September 2026
- Editorial research
Kitletics padel racket research
Editorial synthesis of manufacturer specs and specialist range notes for Kuikma PR Hybrid Carbon. Not first-hand testing.
Verified 13 September 2026
Best Padel Rackets for Intermediate Players
Step-up frames for players who have outgrown a beginner round and are not ready for a professional diamond.
5 recommendations
Best Value Padel Rackets
Value-oriented published rackets with authentic media: Kuikma PR Comfort Soft, Indiga CTR, Equation Soft, Match Light, PR Hybrid Carbon.
5 recommendations
Padel Racket Finder
Flagship adaptive matcher for padel rackets — best match plus control, power, comfort and value alternatives with clear reasons. Affiliate commission never ranks results.
Product data verified 13 September 2026.
Independent & Transparent
We don't sell gear. Guidance is independent, labelled honestly, and evidence-led.
Always Up to Date
Products, prices and new releases are continually reviewed.
Real Prices
Regional retailer offers with last-checked timestamps — not invented MSRP.
Find What Fits You
Smart tools match gear to your sport, goals and budget.