[caption id="attachment_10214" align="alignnone" width="798"] Differences between Siux Astra and Siux Carbon[/caption] Despite already being about to cross the halfway line of the season, releases are still more alive than ever. The best brands continue to present new products for padel players. One of the most recent releases that has made the most noise is the Siux Astra 2020 padel rackets. This is a trio of rackets that contains a weapon for each playing style. This collection comes to replace last season's Astra series. What are their differences?

Differences between Siux Astra and Siux Carbon

The biggest advantage of the new Astra Carbon is that the collection is made up of three rackets, and each of them adapts to a specific style. This allows them to be used by all players. The essence of these rackets remains the same; in that aspect, it has not changed. However, they have undergone structural changes that, without a doubt, were made to improve their performance. These are the differences and similarities between the Astra and Astra Carbon.

New EVA rubber core

This is one of the qualities with the most changes. The Siux Astra rackets featured an Ultra Soft EVA rubber core for all three versions. Now, the Astra Carbon features a Laminated Eva Ultra Soft High Recovery rubber core. This change was made to improve ball striking. This rubber is much more reactive; its fast recovery allows for increased ball output as well as power in shots. Additionally, this rubber is an excellent vibration absorber.

Reinforced frame

To further reinforce the structure, the three Siux Astra Carbon rackets boast a double tubular frame made of 100% carbon. These characteristics initiate the structural resistance of the racket and its high quality. The double carbon tubular guarantees, first of all, more resistance to wear and longer durability. Additionally, it improves the racket's response level, which increases shot power.

Faces with a new carbon fiber

The impact surface was also renewed to improve shot quality. In the 2019 version of the Astra, we saw a 24K fiber on the faces. This fiber offered excellent results and good acceptance; however, Siux has replaced it with a double layer of 3K carbon fiber. The main objective of having a double layer of fiber on the faces is to increase resistance. This way, the faces are more durable despite strong ball impacts. The additional benefit of this component is an increase in power in shots.

Features that remain in the Siux Astra Carbon

We have already mentioned the three changes implemented in the new Siux Astra Carbon. But it is important to note that some of their characteristics have remained the same. First, each of the rackets retains its shape, balance, and the playing style for which it was designed. The Siux Astra Carbon CTRL features a round shape, low balance, and is the racket for players who prefer a manageable game with more precision. For its part, the Siux Astra Carbon ATTK remains the power racket of the series. With a diamond shape and high balance. This racket is aimed at aggressive attacking players. Finally, the Siux Astra Carbon Hybrid continues to be the versatile racket of the series. Its teardrop shape and medium balance allow for a game with a good balance between control and power. One of the favorite technologies of the Siux Astra is presented again in the Siux Astra Carbon; we are talking about the Anti Vibration System. This is a more rigid construction in the bridge area, with the aim of optimizing balance and reducing vibrations to avoid elbow problems such as epicondylitis. Regarding the designs, they present some variations, but keeping the color that identifies each of them. Green for the Hybrid, red for the CTRL, and yellow for the ATTK. The smooth and shiny finish is repeated to continue giving the rackets an eye-catching and gleaming appearance.