The Babolat Alioth Mini Junior is a 2026 junior padel racket weighing just 290g, built for beginners under the age of 8 to start padel with maximum manoeuvrability, tolerance and fun.

Specifications

• Weight: 290 g (+/-10)
• Balance: Low
• Shape: Round
• Face: Fibreglass
• Frame: Hybrid (carbon and fibreglass)
• Core: Soft EVA
• Level: Junior, under 8
• Playing style: Beginner / high tolerance

Key technologies

• Fibreglass face: a soft, forgiving surface that widens the sweet spot and adds comfort.
• Soft EVA core: a soft rubber that absorbs vibration and adds comfort, ideal for younger or developing players.
• Hybrid Frame: carbon combined with fibreglass for strength, lightness and a forgiving flex.
• Improver Grip: a smaller grip developed for young hands to build correct technique.
• Holes Pattern System (HPS): hole size and layout tuned to the racket shape for better power transmission and precision.

FAQs

What age is the Babolat Alioth Mini Junior for?
Young beginners under the age of 8. It is one of the lightest kids rackets on the market at 290g.

Why does it have a smaller grip?
The Improver Grip is sized for little hands so children learn to hold the racket correctly from the start.

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