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Head Pro S+ vs Kuikma S

310 commentsu/dwaynedesouza5d ago
I play in the UAE outdoors so humidity and temps are higher than average. I’m looking for consistency and durability. I can get both for the same price. I do have a pressurizer (twist tube type)

Comments (10)

Neither. The Kuikma Control would be a great ball for your climate. Avoid Head at all costs, they are the shortest lasting brand by far. Horrible quality.
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Kuikma Speed S are one of the best all rounders according to Mechanical testing.
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They're great balls, but very quick. In a hot climate like the UAE they are close to unplayable. Above 25C the Control are a much better experience.
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Head balls don't last long. Is my experience.
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I use Kukima S outdoors in Manchester on slow courts. In the UAE, I’d imagine you’d be fine with “normal” (i.e. none S version) balls - maybe Bullpadel pro? They’re pretty durable in the right conditions
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For warm climates you don’t need the S balls. Regular Head Pro+ would be great.
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Kuikma is terrific. The standard version is also really, really good. Durability is top tier. It's almost all I play these days.
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Head Pro S+ is the one for UAE. It's designed for faster play and better durability in heat . Kuikma S is decent value but won't handle humidity and temps as well long-term. Pro S+ has better pressure retention and abrasion resistance
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Adidas speed rx are great
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My padel groups play with the Adidas RX Speed balls here in the Netherlands, they last the longest by far in our experience.
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