The 16×19 string pattern makes it very spin-friendly as well. The weight and graphene 360+ technology help with defending against faster-paced shots with sufficient comfort. The Radical MP followed the same pattern on the serve as it did on the groundstrokes and the volleys. If you could bring it up to 305g then I think it would offer a lot more performance, but still maintain its easy playability. Of course, there’s always the option of customization and I think that’s something more advanced players would look at.

All new for 2021, Head introduces the Radical MP with Graphene 360+ technology! This eye-catching Radical MP was developed with the versatile all-court player in mind, offering the perfect combination of power, control, and spin for a broad range of players Feel: This new version of the Head Radical MP is a significant departure from my last Graphene Touch Radical MP regarding feel. The response is much more solid and connected on impact, whereas the Graphene Touch version was more dampened. I thought I really enjoyed the dampened feel of the Graphene Touch Radical, but after trying this one, I realized I like the more crisp feel. Head Prestige– The Prestige is a slightly more control-oriented racquet than the Radical. Advanced players will find better touch and feel with less power.

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The new Head Radical MP is a seriously precise frame for players looking for great accuracy on groundstrokes.

Mark needed a bit of an adjustment period with the Radical S due to its light weight. He said, "From the very first forehand baseline feed, I could tell that the Radical S 2021 is both light and head light, requiring me to make adjustments for the next 20 or so groundstrokes. I learned to enjoy its comfortable and nimble feel, along with the easy access to topspin or slice, after several baseline exchanges. The shot I was most challenged by was the inside-out forehand, especially if I was trying to go cross court from a down-the-line shot. Other than that one shot, this racquet was definitely a plus for my groundstroke game." Volleys - Score: 79 The 2021 Head Radical MP is competitively priced with other similar racquets such as the Babolat Pure Strike 16x19 and Wilson Blade 98 16x19. The Solinco Whiteout 305 is another racquet with similar specs that comes in a bit less than the Radical MP. Final verdict When returning, I found a similar story. It was right in the middle of other Head tennis racquets. I generated good power and spin against second serves, and had enough stability to defend against hard-hit first serves. It’s also not a string that produces a huge amount of spin, so it would be a good test of the Radical’s spin potential.Jason - "This is the best playing Radical MP in a few generations. Its playability is comparable to the Babolat Pure Strike 16x19." The Radical MP's characteristics came together nicely on Jason's serves. He said, "I felt like the maneuverability, stability, spin and control all added up to make this a very solid serving racquet. I would've liked just a tad more pop on my serves, but other than that, no complaints." Tiffani - "I do not play with racquets in this spec range often, so it's difficult for me to compare. A lot of other racquets in this weight range have 100-square-inch head sizes. I would recommend the Head Radical S 2021 to players who want a generous hitting area and good power without sacrificing too much control." The praise continued from Erik. He added, "I really liked this Radical MP on groundstrokes. It took a little getting used to at first, but once I dialed it in, this racquet was really solid off of the ground. I could get nice plow through and hit a really heavy ball with a lot of spin." Volleys - Score: 85 To help me get the most out of the Radical MP, I strung it up with Head RIP Control string at 56lbs.

Always looking to close the point out at net, Erik found that the updated Radical MP suited his volley game well. He said, "This racquet was very solid on volleys. I found it to have a nice blend of maneuverability and stability. It was easy to hit volleys deep in the court due to the slightly higher launch angle. This racquet also had really nice feel at net, and I felt connected to the ball overall, especially when hitting drop volleys." Serves - Score: 82 Overall it seems that HEAD have done a decent job at upgrading the Radical and we can’t see a reason why any standard of amateur player shouldn’t at least be trying this one out. Exclusively only with us: This product is available exclusively in the online shops and/or branches of SIGNA Gruppe

The spin and power levels were spot on so long as you weren’t swinging too aggressively, and I found the Graphene 360 Radical MP to be more comfortable than previous versions. The Radical S felt fast and easy to use for Mark up at net. He said, "Typically, if a racquet is light enough for me to swing from the baseline over extended periods of time, it is light enough for me not to have any maneuverability excuses at net. That said, I had no issues getting the new Graphene 360+ Radical S into position for any shot inside the service line, and I'm happy to report that there was a high degree of comfort, along with sufficient stability." Serves - Score: 79 Similar to my Head Speed Pro, I felt like the Radical had no real weaknesses. I generated a good spin and power on my serves. From the baseline, it performed similarly on my groundstrokes with a high level of comfort. I was able to hit with easy depth and topspin.

When it does this, the energy you’re putting through the ball is dispersed into different directions. Whilst Sue agreed, “I love the colour. It would take a bit of time getting used to.. having something so bright in my hand, but at least you can see it hitting the ball.”Advanced singles and doubles players who want a good blend of comfort, feel, and stability will like the Radical Pro. It is great for players who can create their own power and control the point with precision and spin. Having debuted in 1993, HEAD's Radical series has consistently been chosen by the world's best players. Originally developed specifically for Andre Agassi, the Head Radical series was established as one of the finest in tennis history thanks to Agassi's success in the mid-1990s and early 2000s, winning an Olympic Gold Medal and achieving a Career Grand Slam. Following Agassi's success, the legacy of Head Radical has been continued by Grand-Slam winners such as Amelie Mauresmo, Sloane Stephens and Andy Murray, making it the choice of the world's most versatile players. When you’re hitting volleys you’re really looking for two things, control, and feel, and both of these things are closely linked to stability. New features into this Radical MP include the implementation of Graphene 360 PLUS w/ Spiral Fibers into the frame. The combination of Head's signature Graphene 360 technology for optimized energy transfer and the innovative spiral fibers for enhanced flex & a clean impact feel make this racquet a must-own.