KOMBAT · 2026
Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026
specs and who it suits
The Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026 is a diamond padel racket with a medium-feel High-recovery Black EVA core, weighing 350 to 360 g with high balance. It plays as a power racket. Our match engine rates it best for intermediate left-side players, at 80 out of 98.
- Diamond
- 350 to 360 g
- High balance
- 2026 season
WHO IT SUITS
Who the Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026
is right for
Our match engine scores every racket for six player types, the same engine as the AI racket finder. 98 is the ceiling. The rank is its position among all rackets for that player.
| Player | Score /98 | Verdict | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | - | Not recommended: diamond shape | - |
| Intermediate all-rounder | 80 | Poor fit | #953 of 1214 |
| Intermediate, left side | 80 | Poor fit | #608 of 1214 |
| Intermediate, right side | 72 | Poor fit | #1073 of 1214 |
| Advanced attacker | 76 | Poor fit | #663 of 1214 |
| Elbow or arm trouble | 69 | Poor fit | #805 of 1165 |
SPECIFICATIONS
Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026
specs
Manufacturer specifications. Price is the euro RRP; UK street prices are usually lower.
| Spec | Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026 |
|---|---|
| Shape | Diamond |
| Weight | 350 to 360 g |
| Balance | High |
| Core | High-recovery Black EVA (medium) |
| Feel | Medium |
| Face | 18K carbon |
| Frame | Carbon fiber |
| Playing style | Power |
| Season | 2026 |
| RRP | Not listed |
OUR READING
What the specs
mean on court
On the numbers, the Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026 is a niche pick: it is not in the top fifth of rackets for any of our six player types. It is a weaker choice for beginners, intermediate all-rounders, intermediate left-side players, intermediate right-side players, advanced attackers and players with elbow or arm trouble.
A diamond head moves mass towards the tip. The smash and the vibora get easier; defending low balls and volleying off centre get harder. The medium core is a compromise between comfort and a crisp response.
These scores assume the answers of a typical player of each type. The free racket finder scores it for your own answers, and the Padel AI app goes further: film one match and it scores your real technique, then re-ranks all 1,418 rackets for the way you actually play.
ALTERNATIVES
Rackets similar
to the Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026
The closest current rackets in our catalogue by shape, feel, weight, price and how they play.
| Racket | Shape | Weight | Feel | RRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kombat Arenal 2025 | Diamond | 355 g | Medium | €185 |
| Kombat Teide 2025 | Diamond | 350 to 370 g | Medium | €185 |
| Kombat Teide 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026 | Diamond | 350 to 370 g | Medium | - |
| Vibora King Cobra Xtreme 3K 2025 | Diamond | 350 to 370 g | Medium-Hard | €185 |
| Kombat Vesubio 2025 | Diamond | 350 to 370 g | Medium-Soft | €185 |
| Kombat Vesubio 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026 | Diamond | 360 to 370 g | Medium-Soft | - |
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FAQ
Questions about the
Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026
Is the Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026 good for beginners?
No. Its diamond shape rules it out for a first racket in our engine. A round, soft racket forgives far more while your timing develops; see our beginner racket guide.
Is the Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026 a power or a control racket?
It plays as a power racket. The diamond shape and high balance put the sweet spot high on the face, which adds power on the smash.
How heavy is the Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026?
The manufacturer lists it at 350 to 360 g. Most padel rackets sit between 350 and 375 g; this one is in the middle of that range.
Is the Kombat Arenal 2.5 by Manu Martin 2026 good for tennis elbow?
For a player with arm trouble it scores 69 out of 98, poor fit. A softer core would absorb more of the impact. See a physio if the pain persists.
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