Viking SWØRD C22 Platform Tennis Paddle

The Viking SWØRD C22 is a premium, maximum-comfort platform tennis paddle engineered specifically for players who prioritize ultra-soft feel, high shock absorption, and effortless defensive maneuverability. Sitting alongside the firmer C30 and C40 models in the modern SWØRD family (the direct evolution of Viking's legendary O-Zone lineage), the C22 features the lowest core density in the entire line. This makes it an incredibly plush, arm-friendly tool that excels at absorbing heavy incoming fire and executing highly precise, tactical ball placement.

Performance Profile

1. Comfort & Shock Absorption (10/10): The definitive feature of the C22. Built with Viking's lowest-density C22 Soft Core Foam, this paddle acts like a sponge for high-frequency vibrations. It heavily dampens the harsh, bone-chilling shock of a heavy winter ball, making it the premier choice in the SWØRD line for players managing tennis elbow or shoulder strain.
2. Control & Touch (9.5/10): Because the core is so compliant, the ball pockets deeply into the face upon impact. This maximized "dwell time" gives you immense sensory feedback and control, allowing you to guide delicate drop shots, soft angle volleys, and precise baseline lobs with surgical accuracy.
3. Maneuverability (9.5/10): Utilizing the signature aerodynamic 82 sq. in. Midplus head size, the paddle cuts through heavy, freezing air with absolute ease. Because it typically features a slightly more handle-biased or even balance compared to its heavier siblings, it is incredibly easy to position during rapid-fire net reflex volleys.
4. Power (7.0/10): As the softest model in the series, it trades away raw, driving velocity for touch. Rather than relying on a stiff chassis to blast balls off the deck, it relies on your natural swing speed and the smooth, elastic rebound of the face to achieve depth.

Best Suited For

1. Injury-Prone or Safety-Conscious Players: Ideal for league and club players who love the sleek, aerodynamic shape of the SWØRD line but need a highly cushioned, ultra-soft impact to protect their joints.
2. Finesse & Defensive Specialists: Perfectly tailored for right-side or setup players whose game revolves around extending rallies, digging tough spins out of the back screen, and utilizing soft touch to outmaneuver opponents.

Pro Tip

Because the SWØRD C22 features an exceptionally soft core, it is highly reactive at slower speeds but can bottom out if you try to over-hit with massive, muscular tennis swings. To get the most depth out of this paddle, focus on clean timing and a smooth, fluid, linear follow-through. Let the paddle's Max Grit Surface and elastic face do the heavy lifting—especially when chipping low slice volleys or throwing up high, deep defensive lobs from the corners.

Specifications

• Model Family: SWØRD (Modern successor to the iconic O-Zone line).
• Weight: ~355 - 360 grams / 12.5 oz (The lightest and most accessible in the SWØRD series).
• Core Density: C22 (Low-Density EVA Foam for ultimate comfort and ball-pocketing).
• Head Size / Surface Area: 82 sq. in. (Midplus aerodynamic profile for maximum hand speed).
• Balance: Even / Slightly Handle-Heavy.
• Beam Thickness: 19 mm.
• Overall Length: 18 inches.
• Handle Length: Extended (Explicitly lengthened for two-handed versatility).
• Grip Size: 4 1/4" (Equipped with SuperSoft high-tack grip).
• Surface Face Tech: Max Grit Texture Coating + Concentric Variable Hole Layout.
• Rim Protection: Carbon Mesh Perimeter Rim Enhancement.