Dunlop Galactica
Galactica is Dunlop's all-court family, built around balance rather than around a single strength, and it is the line the brand leans on for versatility. It sits beside the FX ladder rather than above or below it — Dunlop organises padel by playing intention, so the two families answer different questions.
The builds are Pro at the competition end, OS and OS Lite where OS marks an oversize head that widens the sweet spot, and a Nisse signature build. Oversize here is a shape decision rather than a level: it trades a little precision for a great deal of forgiveness.
Current Dunlop Galactica models
5 models
Pros playing the Dunlop Galactica
2 players
Questions about the Dunlop Galactica
Who plays the Dunlop Galactica?
Marta Borrero, Aimee Gibson play the Dunlop Galactica on tour. Sponsorships move between seasons, so this reflects the rackets they are carrying now rather than their whole careers.
What does OS mean on a Galactica?
Oversize — a larger head that widens the sweet spot. It is a shape decision rather than a level, so a Galactica OS is not a step below the Pro; it is the same family in a more forgiving mold. The OS Lite adds a lower weight to the same idea, which suits players who find a full-weight frame slow at the net.
Galactica or FX?
Galactica if you want one frame that handles the whole court, FX if you want to pick a level precisely. The Galactica family is organised around balance and versatility, while FX spreads across six build words from junior to competition. Both sit at the same place in Dunlop's range rather than one above the other.
Is the Galactica Pro a competition racket?
It is the competition end of an all-court family, which is a slightly different thing. The Pro is the most demanding Galactica build, but the family is designed around balance rather than around maximum output, so a player looking purely to finish points from above the net may prefer a frame built for that.
Further reading
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