{"product_id":"head-radical-tour-ex-grit-pickleball-paddle","title":"HEAD Radical Tour EX Grit Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHEAD Radical Tour EX Grit Pickleball Paddle\u003c\/strong\u003e combines an extended striking shape with a crisp, stable response for players who enjoy directing the rally with purposeful swings. Its \u003cstrong\u003eSpinGrid graphite and carbon hitting surface\u003c\/strong\u003e adds noticeable bite for topspin drives and sliced returns, while the \u003cstrong\u003e15 mm foam-reinforced polymer core\u003c\/strong\u003e steadies the face during firm contact. The 5.5-inch handle also leaves useful space for two-handed backhands, giving tennis and badminton players familiar leverage without making net exchanges feel excessively slow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the HEAD Radical Tour EX Grit Pickleball Paddle Apart?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Reach With Two-Handed Versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e The 16.5-inch elongated shape and 5.5-inch handle give players useful reach at the baseline while leaving enough room for a comfortable two-handed backhand. Outside feedback often describes the paddle as easier to accelerate than its dimensions suggest. The longer frame produces satisfying leverage through drives and overheads, although the narrower face rewards cleaner contact more than a broad recreational shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured Face Produces Accessible Spin\u003c\/strong\u003e HEAD’s SpinGrid surface adds a gritty texture over the graphite and carbon hitting face, helping players shape topspin drives, sliced returns, and rolling volleys. Players frequently report easier spin and livelier power than with the Raw version of the same paddle. The ball leaves with a crisp snap rather than lingering deeply, making the EX Grit particularly enjoyable for attacking players who create spin through fast brushing swings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoam Reinforcement Limits Face Twisting\u003c\/strong\u003e Foam positioned around key areas of the polymer core gives the paddle a solid, connected sensation when absorbing pace. Independent observations commonly note dependable stability during counters and off-centre blocks, with less flutter than many lightweight elongated paddles. This reinforcement also helps filter unwanted vibration, so forceful exchanges feel firm and informative without sending an excessively sharp buzz through the hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead-Light Handling Supports Fast Exchanges\u003c\/strong\u003e Despite weighing around 8.1 ounces, the Radical Tour EX Grit is often described as quick through the air because its balance feels less head-heavy than expected. That speed is useful during kitchen hand battles, where the paddle must change direction rapidly. Players still receive meaningful mass behind drives, but the relatively lively response can require disciplined hands when attempting delicate resets or short angled dinks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and Cons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePros\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCons\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElongated frame increases reach and drive leverage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNarrow face punishes wider off-centre contact.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpinGrid texture supports shaped attacking shots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLively response complicates delicate soft resets.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoam reinforcement improves torsional stability.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong handle accommodates two-handed backhands.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230 g \/ 8.1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElongated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFace Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGraphite and carbon fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolypropylene honeycomb with foam reinforcement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e419 mm \/ 16.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190.5 mm \/ 7.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrip Circumference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 7\/8 in or 4 1\/8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrip Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHEAD HydroSorb Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpinGrid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoamedCore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrip Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComfort Grip System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA Pickleball approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n","brand":"Head","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56501914665300,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/5462\/3572\/files\/HEADRadicalTourEXGritPickleballPaddle1-250075.webp?v=1784399218","url":"https:\/\/pickleball-webshop.com\/nl\/products\/head-radical-tour-ex-grit-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Pickleball Webshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}