Stiga Cybershape 18K X Hard Gen 2 is the hardest model in Stiga's 18K series. The racket is developed for experienced tournament players who have the technique and timing to get the full benefit of a very stiff racket. It's not the racket that creates the pace for you. It's the racket that rewards you when you hit the ball well.

The extra-hard core gives direct energy transfer and a solid contact with the ball. The 18K Carbon Duplex hitting surface reacts instantly and gives clear feedback, even on the fastest shots. The trade-off is less shock absorption. In return, you get a clear response on impact and a lot back when you consistently hit the ball in the sweetspot.

The large Cybershape sweetspot sits higher up on the racket and gives a larger effective hitting area, so you can stay precise.

Gen 2 in brief

The new shape is the result of feedback from players who have pushed the first generation to its limits. Rounder corners, smoother transitions and reinforced areas give a more robust construction, and the reworked throat improves ergonomics and gives more room for a two-handed grip.

Compared with 18K Hard Gen 2

18K Hard Gen 2 has a high balance and is built to create weight and acceleration in attacking shots. 18K X Hard Gen 2 has a medium balance and an extra-hard core that gives the racket the most direct response in the series, but also places the highest demands on technique and timing.

Weight: 360 g (±10 g)
Balance: Medium

Technologies in Stiga Cybershape 18K X Hard Gen 2

Cybershape
The racket shape gives a large sweetspot higher up on the racket and therefore a larger effective hitting area.

18K Carbon Duplex
A hitting surface of tightly woven carbon fibre that reacts instantly and gives clear feedback.

Extra-hard core
The core makes the racket very stiff and gives a fast response and a solid contact with the ball.

Item no.: 2202-1715-05

• Brand: Stiga