Head Extreme 180 Racquetball Racquet

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Weight in Grams:    180 grams (unstrung)

Racquet Length:  22 inches

Manufacturers Features:

• Microgel
• Metallix (MX)
• Flexpoint
• Inner Grommet System (IGS)
• Total Sweetspot Construction
• Megablast Technology
• Power Channels
• Megablast String Pattern
• Xtra Long

Balance Point: 1/5" Head Heavy

Factory Grip: Head Hydrosorb

Factory String:  Head Megablast 16 gauge White

Ratings and comparisons for all racquets can be found in Racquetworld's Technology/Ratings Section

Racquetworld's Durability Rating:    93.00

Racquetworld's Power Rating:     Age 24- 94.56, Age 35- 96.04, Age 45+ 94.07

Racquetworld's Control Rating #1 (Front Court):   94.07

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- 94.11, Age 35- 94.85, Age 45+ 93.87

Bang for the Buck  

Racquetworld's General Notes:

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 dispering 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. 

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.

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!

INCREASED POWER - When Flexpoint PWR is activated an incredible "trampoline" effect is unleashed, launching the ball off the racquet at power levels never though possible.

INCREASED CONTROL - The unique "cupping" effect of Flexpoint PWR allows you to hit every shot right where you are aiming.

Each racquet comes with a free Fran Davis sample dvd.  $34.95 value!

Each racquet comes with a free Fran Davis sample dvd.  $34.95 value!

If you're unsure about your model or weight...try our DEMO program.

These are available in both the smaller 3 5/8 and 3 7/8 grip sizes.

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 Megasorb, 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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