Power Dark Star: A Closer Look at the Limited Edition Racket Designed with Fabio Ferro

The Power Dark Star is a limited edition racket developed within Pallap’s Power series, created in collaboration with Fabio Ferro.

It is built on the same foundations as the Power Star, but with a different internal construction and material setup. The idea was not to reinvent the range, but to explore how changes inside the racket affect feel, response, and control over the course of a full match, not just on attacking shots.

The result is a racket aimed at players who want power without excessive rigidity, and control without losing speed or confidence at the net.

Where the Power Dark Star Sits in the Power Series

The Power Dark Star sits within the Power series as a more advanced expression of the Power Star concept. It does not replace any existing model, and it was not designed to be a general-purpose option for all players.

Instead, it was developed as a focused project, aimed at intermediate to advanced players who enjoy an attacking game but still rely heavily on control, touch, and consistency.

The 3VA Competition Foam Explained

At the centre of the Power Dark Star is the 3VA Competition Foam, an innovative tri-layer sandwich core with dual density - the first sandwich foam with dual density ever used in padel.

The core combines hard and medium-soft layers, creating a response that adapts across different shots:

• Firmer feedback when accelerating through overheads and volleys

• Softer feel on touch shots, blocks, and defensive play

• Reduced rigidity without losing connection to the ball

The intention behind this foam was balance rather than extremes, allowing players to generate power while maintaining control and feel.

Carbon Construction and Stability

The Dark Star features a 15K aluminised carbon face paired with a dual carbon frame. This construction supports stability during fast exchanges and provides consistent feedback across the racket face.

The aluminised carbon surface contributes to:

• Predictable ball output

• Stable response on off-centre contact

• Controlled spin generation

Together with the frame construction, this setup is designed to perform consistently across all phases of play.

Balance and Playing Feel

With a diamond shape and an even balance, the Power Dark Star is designed to feel solid without becoming demanding. It suits players who like to take initiative at the net but still need confidence when defending or resetting points.

On court, this translates to:

• Stable volleys and overheads

• Control when defending off the glass

• Smooth transitions from defence to attack

• A balanced mix of speed and touch

It is best suited to intermediate and advanced players who value precision as much as pace.

Presentation and Limited Edition Format

Each Power Dark Star was presented in a premium collector’s box, reflecting its limited edition status. The packaging was designed as part of the overall product experience, not simply as an add-on.

While limited in quantity, the racket was developed with the same attention to construction and detail as Pallap’s core ranges.

What the Power Dark Star Represents

At Pallap, limited editions are used selectively. They allow space to work more closely with players, explore new constructions, and test focused design ideas without affecting the structure of the core ranges.

The Power Dark Star represents one of those moments. A collaboration built around feel, balance, and material experimentation, grounded in how padel is actually played at competitive level.

Whether or not it returns in the future, it stands as a clear example of how targeted collaboration and thoughtful design can shape a racket’s identity.