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Head Auxetic 2 Radical MP 2025
The Head Radical MP has always been a popular racquet for many reasons, and we believe this series will be no different and maybe a little more popular…who doesn’t like Orange?
This is a true performance racquet for the unafraid!
Head Radical MP 202
The MP (mid-plus) model is a 98-square-inch head racquet with a very reasonable stiffness. It provides considerable control with as much power as needed.
As you look at the following specifications, you may notice the swing weight of 310kg/cm^2. At first, it may seem a little timid. The good news is that the property can be changed to suit your current or next-level game.
This racquet can stay with you for as long as you want. It won’t need to be changed as your game changes.
| Manufacturer | Head |
|---|---|
| Racquet Model | Head Auxetic 2 Radical MP 2025 |
| Reference Tension | 56 |
| String | MonoGut ZX Pro |
| Machine Used | True Tension Pro |
| String Bed Stiffness - RDC | 52 |
| String Bed Stiffness -FlexFour | 59.5 |
| Strig Bed Stiffness - SBS | 35 |
| String Bed Stiffness - ERT | 35 |
| Racquet Flex, RDC | 64 |
| Racquet Flex, FlexFour | 38.4 |
| Racquet - In Plane Stiffness | 469.9 |
| Weight, Grams | 320 |
| Weight, Ounces | 11.29 |
| Balance, mm | 328 |
| Balance, Inch | 12.91 |
| Length, Cm | 68.5 |
| Length, Inch | 26.968 |
| Head Width | 9.59 |
| Head Length | 12.79 |
| Head Area, cm2 | 621.3 |
| Head Area, Sq. Inch | 96.3 |
| Beam Height @ Grip, mm | 21 |
| Beam Height @ Mid, mm | 22 |
| Beam Height @ Tip | 20.5 |
| Beam Width @ Grip, mm | 12.5 |
| Beam Width @ Throat, mm | 11.8 |
| Beam Width @ Mid, mm | 12.7 |
| Beam Width @ Tip, mm | 12.9 |
| Number of Main Strings | 16 |
| Number of Cross Strings | 19 |
| Ratio | .632 |
| Main String Grid Inch/mm | 7.25/184.2 |
| Cross String Grid Inch/mm | 9.31/236.5 |
| Density (% of head filled with string) | .706 |
| Average Cross String Space | .493 |
| Average Main String Space | .453 |
| Dynamic Tension, Kp, ERT | 35 |
| Dynamic Tension, Lbs/in | 195.8 |
| First Moment, Nm | .810 |
| Polar Moment | 326 |
| Torsional Stability | 16 |
| Swing Weight, Kg/cm^2 | 310 |
| Swing Weight, Ounces | 10.93 |
| Swing Weight Calculated | 344.3 |
| Power, RDC | 49 |
| Control, RDC | 52 |
| Manueverability, RDC | 80 |
| Power, Calculated | 1910.5 |
| Head Points | 4.57 |
| Head Weight, % | 47.9% |
| Center of Percussion | 20.7 |
| Dwell Time, ms | 6.49 |
| Efective Stiffness - lbs | 28.7 |
| K, Lb/In | 166.7 |
| Recoil Weight | 145.9 |
| Twist Weight | 220.7 |
| End Weight | 126.3 |
| Tip Weight | 193.1 |
| 9 O'Clock | 91.2 |
| 3 O'Clock | 91.5 |
| Butt End | 137.4 |
| COF, Main | .416 |
| COF, Cross | .360 |
Power from Head Radical Pro
As with many of the Head “Pro” series racquets, they have been considered control racquets, not necessarily powerful.
Head Auxetic 2 Radical Pro
We set out to see what kind of “power” number we could get using string bed stiffness only. Obviously, more swing weight and maybe more overall weight would do it, but the Head Radical Pro is already at the top of these specifications.
The following video is a look at our software data.
Head Auxetic 2 Radical Team 2025
By now, you have probably seen the latest Radical series, which is very hard to miss. If you haven’t seen them yet, here is a peek at the “orangiest” of all racquets! These racquets look great and are perfectly matched to the Radical branding.
This review is of the Head Auxetic 2 Radical Team 2025, the lightest of the series with a 102-square-inch head.
Head Radical Team
When examining the following specifications, pay attention to the racquet’s stiffness. This flex may mitigate power but will open up a great combination for a player looking to take more control of the game.
The string we chose for this racquet is Ashaway Dynamite Natural 17 gauge (the color is a bright green, not natural). The material is PEEK fibers with a rough braided outer jacket, presenting a lovely COF if you care about these things.
The Radical has always been a great performance racquet, and this 2025 series is no exception. Come by the World Headquarters, get a demo, and tell us what you think.
| Manufacturer | Head |
|---|---|
| Racquet Model | Head Auxetic 2 Radical Team 2025 |
| Reference Tension | 56 |
| String | Dynamite PEEK Multi |
| Machine Used | True Tension Pro |
| String Bed Stiffness - RDC | 45 |
| String Bed Stiffness -FlexFour | 57.7 |
| Strig Bed Stiffness - SBS | 34.0 |
| String Bed Stiffness - ERT | 32 |
| Racquet Flex, RDC | 60 |
| Racquet Flex, FlexFour | 34 |
| Racquet - In Plane Stiffness | 421.8 |
| Weight, Grams | 301 |
| Weight, Ounces | 10.62 |
| Balance, mm | 330 |
| Balance, Inch | 12.99 |
| Length, Cm | 68.6 |
| Length, Inch | 27.008 |
| Head Width | 9.83 |
| Head Length | 13.12 |
| Head Area, cm2 | 653.2 |
| Head Area, Sq. Inch | 101.3 |
| Beam Height @ Grip, mm | 22.5 |
| Beam Height @ Mid, mm | 24.7 |
| Beam Height @ Tip | 22.8 |
| Beam Width @ Grip, mm | 12./6 |
| Beam Width @ Throat, mm | 12.5 |
| Beam Width @ Mid, mm | 12.6 |
| Beam Width @ Tip, mm | 12.8 |
| Number of Main Strings | 16 |
| Number of Cross Strings | 19 |
| Ratio | .631 |
| Main String Grid Inch/mm | 7.25/184.2 |
| Cross String Grid Inch/mm | 9.69/246.1 |
| Density (% of head filled with string) | .671 |
| Average Cross String Space | .493 |
| Average Main String Space | .453 |
| Dynamic Tension, Kp, ERT | 32 |
| Dynamic Tension, Lbs/in | 178.9 |
| First Moment, Nm | .768 |
| Polar Moment | 316 |
| Torsional Stability | 15 |
| Swing Weight, Kg/cm2 | 300 |
| Swing Weight, Ounces | 10.58 |
| Swing Weight Calculated | 327.8 |
| Power, RDC | 43 |
| Control, RDC | 57 |
| Manueverability, RDC | 87 |
| Power, Calculated | 1840.7 |
| Head Points | 4.09 |
| Head Weight, % | 48.1% |
| Center of Percussion | 21.0 |
| Dwell Time, ms | 6.98 |
| Efective Stiffness - lbs | 25.7 |
| K, Lb/In | 144.2 |
| Recoil Weight | 142.9 |
| Twist Weight | 217.2 |
| End Weight | 116.3 |
| Tip Weight | 183.8 |
| 9 O'Clock | 85.4 |
| 3 O'Clock | 86.2 |
| Butt End | 128.8 |
| COF, Main | .494 |
| COF, Cross | .388 |
Head Gravity Team 2025
It is rare to have a 104 square inch racquet excite so many! The Head Gravity Team is doing just that! Maybe because it takes on the myth that racquets over 100 square inches are for “sissies,” or one must be old to play with a racquet that size, etc., etc.
Typically, a review like this focuses on performance metrics. However, we can not continue without acknowledging this racquet’s incredible look.
First, the racquet flex of RDC 58 is nearly perfect for those wanting to be “more in control” rather than just seeking power. So, if you want to enhance your performance but don’t want to go to a smaller head size, this may be the racquet for you.
Remember that this racquet represents a great starting point, and customization can change some properties as your game improves!
Please take the Head Gravity Team 2025 out for a test and then tell me what you think of a 104-square-inch racquet!
| Manufacturer | Head |
|---|---|
| Racquet Model | Head Gravity Team 2025 |
| Reference Tension | 55 |
| String | MonoGut ZX Pro |
| Machine Used | True Tension Pro |
| String Bed Stiffness - RDC | 47 |
| String Bed Stiffness -FlexFour | 55,2 |
| Strig Bed Stiffness - SBS | 42.7 |
| String Bed Stiffness - ERT | 34 |
| Racquet Flex, RDC | 58 |
| Racquet Flex, FlexFour | 37.7 |
| Racquet - In Plane Stiffness | 416.0 |
| Weight, Grams | 299 |
| Weight, Ounces | 10.55 |
| Balance, mm | 340 |
| Balance, Inch | 13.39 |
| Length, Cm | 68.6 |
| Length, Inch | 27.008 |
| Head Width | 10.12 |
| Head Length | 13.12 |
| Head Area, cm2 | 672.4 |
| Head Area, Sq. Inch | 104.2 |
| Beam Height @ Grip, mm | 22.5 |
| Beam Height @ Mid, mm | 23 |
| Beam Height @ Tip | 23 |
| Beam Width @ Grip, mm | 10.5 |
| Beam Width @ Throat, mm | 10.6 |
| Beam Width @ Mid, mm | 10.8 |
| Beam Width @ Tip, mm | 12.2 |
| Number of Main Strings | 16 |
| Number of Cross Strings | 20 |
| Ratio | .617 |
| Main String Grid Inch/mm | 7.72/196.1 |
| Cross String Grid Inch/mm | 10.25/260.4 |
| Density (% of head filled with string) | .759 |
| Average Cross String Space | .513 |
| Average Main String Space | .483 |
| Dynamic Tension, Kp, ERT | 34 |
| Dynamic Tension, Lbs/in | 190.16 |
| First Moment, Nm | .792 |
| Polar Moment | 323 |
| Torsional Stability | 17 |
| Swing Weight, Kg/cm2 | 306 |
| Swing Weight, Ounces | 10.79 |
| Swing Weight Calculated | 345,6 |
| Power, RDC | 45 |
| Control, RDC | 56 |
| Manueverability, RDC | 83 |
| Power, Calculated | 1868.4 |
| Head Points | .94 |
| Head Weight, % | 49.6% |
| Center of Percussion | 20.7 |
| Dwell Time, ms | 6,83 |
| Efective Stiffness - lbs | 26.0 |
| K, Lb/In | 150.6 |
| Recoil Weight | 136.1 |
| Twist Weight | 227.7 |
| End Weight | 108.6 |
| Tip Weight | 189.6 |
| 9 O'Clock | 90.3 |
| 3 O'Clock | 87.5 |
| Butt End | 121.4 |
| COF, Main | .372 |
| COF, Cross | .304 |
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