NOX AT10 Genius Attack 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Padel Racket (Agustín Tapia)

The most aggressive racket in the Genius range. Agustín Tapia's Genius platform moved to a diamond head with high balance, a firm layered core, a 12K Alum Xtrem carbon face and NOX's Oversize Grip, which adds 30mm to the handle for extra leverage on overheads.

How it plays. Explosive up top, demanding everywhere else. Padelful's review of the 2026 version scored it 9.9 for power and described it as firm and direct with little trampoline effect, and a high, compact sweet spot; PadelCritic called it the firmest and most demanding of the AT10s. Padelful's early notes on the 2027 point the same way — heavy volleys and clean, explosive smashes — with the usual diamond trade-offs: the high balance slows your reactions in fast exchanges, and late blocks fall short.

What's new for 2027. The core changes from 2026's HR3 Black EVA to NOX's multilayered MLD Black EVA. The mould has been evolved for aerodynamics and movement control, the EOS Tunnel at the throat is redesigned, and it gains NOX's VCS anti-vibration layer bonded inside the handle (NOX claim up to 56% less impact reaching the wrist than the previous generation). Weight Balance lets you add up to 8g in 2g and 4g weights. NOX rate the feel medium-hard.

Where it sits. The Genius Attack 18K Alum is the same diamond with the 18K face and a slightly less firm feel, and Aimar Goñi's Ventus Attack 12K Xtrem is the Ventus line's diamond. The 2026 AT10 Genius Attack 12K Alum Xtrem is in stock now, on the 2026 HR3 core. From another brand, compare the Babolat Technical Viper 3.0.

Is this the racket for you?

• Yes if you are an advanced attacking player, typically on the left side, with clean technique and a healthy arm, and you want to finish points from the net.
• No if you are still developing or have elbow trouble. For Tapia's power with a little more forgiveness, the teardrop Genius 12K Alum Xtrem is the one Tapia himself plays.

Specifications from NOX's 2027 product page and the catalogue supplied by the Australian distributor, checked 9 Oct 2026. Manufacturer weights vary by around ±5–10g. Review findings are mainly for the 2026 version; full independent reviews of the 2027 had not been published when this page was written. Photos supplied by NOX. Ratings are quoted from the sites named; we have not court-tested this frame ourselves. Sources: NOX · Padelful (2026 model) · Padelful (2027 notes).