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Karakal S-Pro Elite

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The Karakal S-Pro Elite squash racket is based on the “S” series of Karakal squash rackets, which have a teardrop head shape and a fan stringing pattern.

According to Karakal:

The S-Pro Elite has the same advantages as the S Series frames with a straightened frame profile to improve power and increase the sweet spot. The construction of this frame differs however as it is weighted and balanced to Pro specifications. It has more weight in the head which allows you to get more power behind your shots.

Karakal S-Pro Elite 2.0

In 2022, Karakal release an updated cosmetic for this frame and named it the “Karakal S-Pro Elite 2.0”:

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Karakal S-Pro Elite 2018

Karakal S Pro Elite Squash Racket

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Product Info

Release year: 2018

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Racket Specs chart

Advertised weight (unstrung): 125 grams
Head size: 455 cm sq
String pattern: 14x19

Product Notes

This is an update to the previous S-Pro Elite frame that came out in 2016, below, which was used by several pro players. The new model has a listed weight of 125 grams, as opposed to the listed weight of 140 grams on the prior model.

Spotted

Henrik Mustonen was using this racket in late 2018:

Rachael Chadwick at the 2021 British Open:

Karakal S-Pro Elite 2016

Karakal S Pro Elite Squash Racket

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Spotted

Here’s Sarah Campion at the 2016 British Nationals:

Sarah Campion 2016 British Nationals

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And Tom Ford too:

Tom Ford 2016 British Nationals

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Omar Abdel Meguid:

Impressive 3-0 for Omar Abdel Mequid in qualifying for El Gouna International last night. @AbdelmeguidO #KarakalKrew pic.twitter.com/aeb0goUeEd

— Karakal.com (@karakaluk) April 22, 2016

And Karim Ali Fathi at the 2016 World Championships:

Karim Ali Fathi

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Thanks

Thanks to Will and Keir for the tips! Also see some of the useful comments about the Karakal S-Pro Elite below. If you’ve tried this racket, please leave some feedback!

Filed Under: Karakal Squash Rackets, Squash Rackets Tagged With: _Hide, Karim Ali Fathi, Omar Abdel Meguid, Sarah Campion, Tom Ford

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Comments

  1. Lloyd Allen says

    (June 2, 2021)

    Joel Makins new racket??

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CPoMhnXFNOs/?utm_medium=copy_link

    Reply
  2. Will says

    (June 7, 2019)

    Henrik Mustonen plays with the newest model of the S-Pro Elite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHHEYOTb3nk

    Reply
    • Pierre says

      (June 9, 2019)

      Thanks Will, I’m adding that video to the post

      Reply
  3. Will says

    (January 24, 2019)

    I use this racket and I must say that the newest version is a perfect blend of style, weight and string space. Karakal rackets are very durable and this racket has lived up to the brands quality. I would say that this racket is probably for a player edging on the side of power, though this racket does offer tons of control because of the FastFibre technology. All in all this is a great buy and I highly recommend it.

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  4. Michael says

    (September 12, 2017)

    Sarah Kippax (now Campion) kindly sold me one of her brand new spares after finding a crack in my Technifibre Carboflex 125 and did a re-string with my Ashaway Super Nick (Orange) strings.

    I never would have considered purchasing a Karakal but played my first game last night and loved it. Beat my usual opponent 5-1 which is extremely rare.

    The racket is head heavy which I liked. Didn’t really notice the additional 15g weight (140g racket). Strings were no doubt a factor but I am now more open minded about manufacturers after this.

    Huge thanks to Sarah!

    Reply
    • Pierre says

      (September 15, 2017)

      Karakal will be pleased she’s getting the racket out there! Good to hear

      Reply
    • Dima says

      (September 19, 2018)

      I’ve got latest Tech Fiber X-Speed which cracked after a couple month of play. I bought this one and you know what? They have almost equal weight with around 3 grams + on Karakal. Both rackets are with default grips and strings.

      Reply
      • Keir says

        (September 19, 2018)

        Absolutely love my SPro Elites. Sadly Karakal have just updated them, and have reduced the weight to 125g. It’ll be interesting to see how they perform.

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        • Dima says

          (September 21, 2018)

          As I said, the weight of previous Karakal S Pro is equal to latest Tech Fiber X-Speed 125. I own both.

          Reply
  5. Jim says

    (April 11, 2016)

    Fantastic Racket.

    Great power from the back and mid court, and touch taking the ball short.

    The big draw back are the strings they’re ok for the first couple of matches, then become very unresponsive and wooden. TF 305, or Ashaway changeout is a must.

    George: We also have the S90 on the rack at the club and the main difference is balance. The S90 is light overall, but head-heavy. I also found the S90 a little “tinny” for my personal preferences – preferring a more solid feel on ball contact. The S-Pro is 140 grams with an even balance, which feels really nice. The 140 gram 355 balance point are like magic numbers. It’s a great combination.

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  6. Tjeerd Mäkel says

    (March 1, 2016)

    Looks like another incarnation of the Karakal SX-140 / SXTI-140…

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  7. George. says

    (February 29, 2016)

    I Don’t see the advantage of this, Just switched to the SN90 FF and its such a nice feel, re-strung it with 305+ and its just exceptional, The usual attacking shots from my game are just easy to play it literally is amazing.

    So why is everybody picking a 140 over 90grams?

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