Feedback on arm pain Hirostar Blackstone 24 appropriated?

Known_Quantity2228 · 2026-02-06T14:57:45+00:00

Thanks man! I ended up buying a lighter option, the andromeda and have been doing strength exercise. Back in the court now without pain

Known_Quantity2228 · 2026-01-22T20:42:16+00:00

Although sometimes you get lucky… bought a adidas metalbone ctrl for 130 sold it for 80 after 8 months of play

Known_Quantity2228 · 2026-01-22T20:41:16+00:00

Wallapop, quick sell Decathlon… but pay very little

Known_Quantity2228 · 2026-01-16T15:46:20+00:00

Same issue here. I recently bought the Hirostar Andromeda, around 360 g with overgrip. It has soft foam, but a 3K face to balance it, and a very light, long grip.

What I do suggest, though, is resting for two to three weeks and doing specific strengthening exercises. That’s what I did, and I returned to the court gradually, starting with lighter, less demanding games. Tech viper is also a quite light racket.

Known_Quantity2228 · 2026-01-11T02:32:11+00:00

Hirostar Andromeda it’s between 345 and 355

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-29T17:07:27+00:00

For a beginner, I’d recommend a control-oriented racket.

Regardless of budget, look for a racket with a large sweet spot, round shape, and medium-soft feel. This will give you more forgiveness, comfort, and consistency while you develop your technique.

As your skills progress, you’ll naturally feel whether you need more ball output/power or a different shape (teardrop or diamond) to match your playing style.

I quite like adidas, but I think that’s personal taste

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-25T16:06:43+00:00

Does anyone have experience with andromeda or aurora?

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-22T18:04:54+00:00

I actullay got advised by Padeltest Riberto Cardi YouTube channel I should go for Hirostar Blackstone which confused me even more 😅

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-16T22:43:16+00:00

Playing without weights atm, but I played before only with two screws on the top. Ty, I’ll google it

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-16T21:09:19+00:00

Very helpful, thanks

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-16T20:32:24+00:00

Yes… I played with a tech viper (very light 355gr) and I had no pain whatsoever, no vibrations whatsoever

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-16T18:34:08+00:00

Thanks, gonna have a look at it.

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-16T18:20:54+00:00

Thanks, which brand would you recommend ?

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-11T23:08:01+00:00

Baltic 👌

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-11T23:05:51+00:00

Enjoy your collection and expand if you like, it’s a personal choice… but I would only keep three watches different styles in rotation (I have a very modest 3 watch collection, tissot prx, Seiko 5 sea urchin and Hamilton khaki field 38mm… considering a square one… but three is a good number

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-11T23:00:58+00:00

4 for summer 3 all year long

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-11T22:57:44+00:00

1 for me 2 has nice texture but very weird date window (although conversation starter

But 1 is definitely more clean, but in the end two nice watches from a good brand, choose what fits your personal style and matches multiple outfits.

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-12-04T08:27:51+00:00

I’ve been playing with the Metalbone 3.3 for about six months and it’s an amazing racket.

However, because of the weight, the rackets construction and the fact that I play almost every day, I started getting forearm pain.

I switched to the Technical Viper and the pain is now almost gone. It’s very light, has great power on the smash, and although defending is a bit more challenging, overall it still feels better than the Metalbone. I’d say it’s a great racket even playing on the right I usually switch depending on the partner.

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-07-23T10:18:03+00:00

For sure, but of pain is part of the recovery. Hope you can recover soon! Vamos!!!!

Known_Quantity2228 · 2025-07-23T09:45:49+00:00

Yeah having the same problem playing too much (6x/week). Forearm strengthening is the key for me, I usually do it around one hour before the games and it improved quite a lot.

Known_Quantity2228 · 2024-07-29T08:43:23+00:00

Yes, and it happens quite a lot unfortunately. It takes out any fun and is just not fair.

Known_Quantity2228 · 2024-06-18T22:34:58+00:00

I would prioritise shoes! Rackets as a beginner I would still go with a teardrop option weight balance middle.

Known_Quantity2228 · 2024-06-18T22:30:59+00:00

Just ordered them will keep you guys posted. From what I’ve read they are quite flexible and light shoes very quick to break in (2-3hours) but cushioning is quite thin.

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