Columns Ultra
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Our Verdict
The Vairo Columns Ultra is a technically well-considered racket that earns its 'versatility' claim through genuine design choices rather than marketing language. The combination of the Columns System with 24K Textreme carbon faces produces a surface that is both responsive and forgiving, which is a difficult balance to achieve at this level. The medium balance and hybrid shape mean you are not sacrificing manoeuvrability for power or vice versa, and the EVA core keeps touch play honest without feeling dead. For advanced club players and competitive amateurs who want one racket that performs reliably across defensive retrievals, mid-court exchanges, and net finishing, this is a strong and honest choice.
Columns Ultra
The Vairo Columns Ultra is built for advanced players who demand versatility across all areas of the court, blending control and power through a hybrid shape and EVA core. Its 24K Textreme carbon faces and proprietary Columns System make it a technically refined option for those who play a complete, dynamic game.
- Players gain a noticeably expanded sweet spot on off-centre contacts, with the Columns System actively widening the forgiving zone so that control holds up even under pressure.
- Ball feel at the face is firm and consistent across a range of shot speeds, with the 24K Textreme carbon providing the rigidity needed for clean, direct response without unwanted flex.
- The hybrid shape delivers a usable blend of reach and manoeuvrability, meaning this racket does not force you to choose between back-court retrieval and net attack — it transitions comfortably between both.
- Players who rely on pure power from a high-balance head-heavy racket will find the medium balance and hybrid shape underwhelming when going for outright smash pace.
About This Racket
Carbon face — stiff construction with direct power transfer. Crisp feel on contact that rewards clean striking technique with responsive ball speed. A reliable, high-performance surface for advanced players.
EVA core — a medium-density rubber that balances feel with energy return. Firmer than EVA Soft, giving a more direct response on hard contact and better power transfer on aggressive shots. Predictable and consistent rally to rally — a reliable all-round core.
Hybrid shape with medium balance. The hybrid profile combines elements of teardrop and diamond — enough forgiveness for defensive exchanges, enough head mass to generate pace when pushing forward. Medium balance keeps it manageable in both directions.
Experienced players with developed technique who want flexibility across different match situations. Suited to competitive players who can adapt their game — equally comfortable defending from the back or finishing at the net.