Product Specs
| Weight: 170 g (unstrung) |
Racquet Length: 22 in |
| Factory Grip: Head Hydrosorb White |
Factory String: Head Synthetic Gut White |
| Balance Point: 3/5" Head Heavy |
Frame Shape: Modified Tear |
| Strung Surface: 106 sq in |
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Description of the Racquet
Head's added a new technology to the mix for the 2007-2008 season with their new Extreme series called Microgel. Microgel is a new space-age technology has allowed HEAD to design their most solid hitting racquet ever! Microgel is a revolutionary silicone-based material that can support up to 4000 times its own weight. This low density material is injected between the graphite layers throughout the entire frame. Upon ball impact HEAD Microgel compresses, absorbing and dispersing the impact to the entire frame, then returns quickly to its original shape. This creates incredible performance with ROCK SOLID POWER! The new Microgel, combined with MX, flexpoint and the megablast string pattern make one heck of a racquet!
This year the racquet series comes in 170, 180 and 190 gram weights. Our younger players will prefer the 170 and our slightly older players prefer the 180 or 190 frames as the extra weight will help to carry the swing through.
If you're unsure about your model or weight...try our DEMO Program.
These are available in 3 5/8 grip size only.
RacquetWorld's General Notes
I would recommend changing the grip to a Python (Our favorite), or Head TackiMac for the added traction to prevent slippage. The Racquetworld Grommet Tape upgrade ($1) can save you $$ in the long run as sometimes strings break from the grommet being worn down. For those who don't know what the grommet is, it's the plastic piece at the top of the racquet that the strings go through. When you hit the wall and floor this gets worn down.
The Prince Premier string upgrade is recommended because factory string is less playable/durable then the Prince Premier string we suggest. At the time of purchase, the Prince Premier restring upgrade is $21.95. It's normally $36 if you mailed the racquet to us later so you save $14 if you choose the upgrade right away.
If you choose a vibration dampener go with the Ektelon Silencer (Our favorite), Head Hydrosorb, Gamma Worm or the BBB (Big Bad Band).
The wristlacer black is the default wrist tether that comes on your racquet at no charge. If you want to change colors, a small fee of $2.95 will be added for switching.
A question we get everyday is "What is Grommet Tape?" It's a piece of tape that goes over the head (bumper) of your racquet. Sometimes you need a restring because of a broken bumper. For an extra buck to add this, it could save you $25-40!!
We get follow up calls/emails everyday thanking us for the upgrades as they really help bring out the performance of the racquet.
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Technology - Manufacturers Features:
RacquetWorld Racquetball Racquet Technology Section - Technology/Ratings Section
- Microgel
- Metallix (MX)
- Flexpoint
- Inner Grommet System 2(IGS2)
- Total Sweetspot Construction
- Megablast Technology
- Power Channels
- Megablast String Pattern
- Xtra Long
MicroGel... NEW for 2007-2008
Micro Gel is a revolutionary silicone-based material that support up to 4,000 times it's own weight; this low density material is injected between the graphite layers throughout the entire frame. Upon ball impact the Head MicroGel compresses, absorbing and dispersing the impact to the entire frame, then returns quickly to its original shape. This creates incredible performance with Rock Solid Power.
Metallix... NEW for 2006-2007
metallix molecular grain
So what is MX? It stands for Metallix which is a specially developed Matrix of carbon fibers and a new crystalline metal alloy. This alloy's grain size is 1000 times smaller than those of a typical metal, and by decreasing grain size, you increase performance. Overall, Metallix allows for a stronger, stiffer, and more powerful construction.
FlexPoint... NEW for 2006-2007
The other new technology which came out in Tennis first and was brought over to Racquetball is Flexpoint. Two precisely engineered control holes strategically positioned in the center of the racquets sweet spot, are coupled with innovative dimples that work together to create a powerful flexpoint that is activated everytime you hit the ball. What this basically means is you get INCREASED POWER with INCREASED CONTROL!
Total Sweetspot Construction (TSC)...
Through its innovative corrugated structure, Total Sweetspot Construction increases torsional stability in the racquet head. TSC extends the sweetspot throughout the entire racquet head resulting in ultimate control. Now every shot feels like you've hit the sweetspot.
The megablast technology served to be a success for Head last year as we named it Racquetworld's 2003-2004 racquet of the year. IT HIT'S HARD! Head decided to move into the power racquet market this year with the world's first string-bed energy return system. A specially formulated super thermo-polymer material called HEAD ENERGY is placed under the bumper guard and grommet area effectively suspending the entire string bed. Upon ball impact and deflection of the string bed, the HEAD ENERGY material explodes back to its original shape creating an incredible "trampoline effect" for unprecedented ball acceleration.
Head's new power technology breakthrough creates more stiffness in the throat area of the racquet for unbelievable power on every shot. Molded tubes pass inside the throat, completely eliminating lower exterior string holes for maximum stiffness. The result is an incredible increase in raw power. In addition, each Power Channel tube is wrapped in a special vibration dampening material. Since each of the 16 main strings pass through one of these tubes, a built in vibration dampening system is created for the ultimate in comfort for all levels of play.
Xtralong...
All Head racquets are designed with maximum added length for ultimate power and reach.
Exclusive RacquetWorld Racquet Ratings
Ratings and comparisons for all racquets can be found in Racquetworld's Technology/Ratings Section
Racquetworld's Durability Rating: 91.00
Racquetworld's Power Rating: Age 24- 95.05 Age 35 95.05 Age 45+ 93.08
Racquetworld's Control Rating #1 (Front Court): 94.56
Control 1 (Front Court) represents how the racquet handles upfront in the court. We’re basically looking at how certain components stacked together produce good (or bad) racquet maneuverability. To figure this out we look at the weight, balance point, and shape of the frame. We throw all this info into Pat’s brain along with a couple hours of hit testing and out pops the rating. This value is useful especially for doubles players who find themselves covering the upfront court a lot. It’s also good to know if you’re a good server and find yourself quickly putting away returns off your serve without leaving front middle court.
Racquetworld's Control Rating #2 (Back Court): 93.58
Control 2 (Back Court) represents the traditional control rating when taking a full shot from mid to back court. Our goal with control is to redirect the Force of the ball. We again focus on weight, balance point, shape, string pattern and tension, frame stiffness and on court experience.
Racquetworld's Overall Rating: Age 24- 94.25 Age 35 94.25 Age 45+ 93.27
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