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HEAD Radical Pro (2026)

Editorial assessment · 2026 model

The Radical Pro 2026 is for experienced players who want a heavier racket for a game built around placement. HEAD lists 370 g, a teardrop head and a 260 mm balance, with Double Carbon and Control Foam. The feel is classified as hard. We would compare it with Motion if you like a firm contact but want to decide how much total weight suits you.

Best for
Experienced players who prefer a substantial, firm-feeling racket for controlling the pace of a rally.
Main trade-off
The lower balance than Extreme Pro does not remove the need to handle 370 g throughout a match.
HEAD Radical Pro 2026 padel racket
  • ShapeTeardrop
  • Weight370 g (nominal; manufacturer tolerance unverified)
  • BalanceMedium balance (260 mm)
  • LevelAdvanced

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Our assessment

A player's reason for choosing it

One Reddit owner of the 2026 Pro reported a crisp, dry response and found it easier to control lobs and volleys than their previous racket. They preferred its response after also trying Motion. Their report gives a specific reason to put Radical Pro on a trial list, but does not establish a universal control advantage.

For your own comparison, include the shots you use to build a point: lobs, chiquitas, blocks and repeated volleys. If you like Pro's response but find the weight tiring to move, Motion offers the same published balance with 15 g less nominal weight.

Consider an alternative if: You want less total weight, a soft contact or a textured face.

Strengths

  • More nominal weight than Radical Motion for players who prefer a substantial contact.
  • Its 260 mm balance is lower than Extreme Pro's 270 mm.
  • The wrist cord can be replaced through the updated butt-cap system.

Drawbacks

  • The 370 g nominal weight is substantial even with its lower balance.
  • It lacks the raised face texture used on Extreme Pro and the One models.

Specifications

Shape
Teardrop
Balance
Medium balance (260 mm)
Weight
370 g (nominal; manufacturer tolerance unverified)
Surface
Double Carbon, two carbon-fibre layers
Core
Control Foam
Surface texture
Smooth
Hardness
Firm
Technologies
Auxetic 2.0, Updated hole pattern, Soft butt cap with exchangeable cord, 38 mm thickness
Manufacturer code
222036
Barcode (EAN)
0198772134433
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FAQ

Is Radical Pro a head-heavy power racket?
HEAD positions it as a tactical, control-focused model and lists a 260 mm balance with a Mid classification. It still weighs 370 g nominal, so it is substantial. If you specifically want a high-balance attacking diamond, compare Extreme Pro or Extreme One X instead.
Can a control-focused racket still feel hard?
Yes. Radical Pro uses Double Carbon and Control Foam, and HEAD classifies its feel as Hard. Control-focused describes its intended use, not a soft contact. Compare Radical Team if you want a softer fibreglass face in the same range.

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Researched 2026-09-07 · Last updated 2026-09-07 · How we assess gear

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