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HEAD Radical Tour Grit
A light, forgiving control paddle with a textured carbon face for added spin. It suits players who want easier kitchen exchanges, quick hand speed, and a step up from a basic paddle.
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Overview
The Radical Tour Grit weighs 7.9 ounces and uses a 15 mm PP and fiberglass core with a Toray T700 carbon face. Its standard shape measures 16 inches long and 7.88 inches wide, giving it a familiar balance of reach and maneuverability. The listed 4.12-inch grip uses HEAD's Ergo Grip.
Reviewers describe the paddle as forgiving, comfortable, and easy to control, with a large sweet spot. Its lighter weight should help during quick kitchen exchanges, while the thicker core favors a softer response over an especially lively one. The carbon face and textured surface add bite for spin, though reviewers say it is not a raw-carbon paddle and does not deliver maximum power.
Play style
This paddle fits a controlled all-court game more than big, power-first swings. The 15 mm core and forgiving response suit soft hands at the kitchen, resets, and precise placement. Its 16-inch length adds useful reach without making the paddle feel cumbersome.
The textured face gives serves, drives, and other topspin shots more bite than the smoother Radical Tour face, according to reviewers. The 7.9-ounce weight also helps with fast hand battles. Look elsewhere if you want the hardest possible drives or the highest spin ceiling.
Best for
- A first paddle upgrade from a basic model
- Players who want a forgiving paddle for mishits
- Kitchen players who value quick hands and soft control
- All-court players who want added spin without a heavy paddle
Look elsewhere if
- Players seeking maximum power from the baseline
- Players specifically wanting a raw-carbon face
- Advanced spin specialists who want the highest available spin
- Players who prefer a heavier, more forceful swing
Strengths
- Large sweet spot and forgiving response, according to reviewers
- 7.9-ounce weight supports quick hand battles
- 15 mm core favors control and a softer feel
- Textured carbon face adds more spin than the original Radical Tour
- Ergo Grip is reported to reduce vibration and improve comfort
Things to consider
- Reviewers say it lacks the power of more power-focused paddles
- It is not a raw-carbon paddle despite using carbon on the face
- The spin is solid, but advanced players may want more
- Check the grip size carefully because the listed circumference is 4.12 inches
Specs
| Brand | HEAD |
|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9 oz |
| Core thickness | 15 mm |
| Core material | Polypropylene and fiberglass |
| Face | Carbon fiber |
| Face material | Toray T700 carbon fiber |
| Shape | Standard |
| Length | 16 in |
| Width | 7.88 in |
| Grip circumference | 4.12 in |
| Handle | Ergo Grip |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes |
Not listed by the seller: handle length.
Specs come from the seller's product listing and may be incomplete or change between batches. Double-check before you buy.
Sources
- HEAD Radical Tour Grit - Pickleball Paddle Review
- Unleashing the Power: A Smashingly Fun Review of the Head Radical Tour Grit Pickleball Paddle - Pro PickleBaller
- Game On: Unleashing the Head Radical Tour Grit Pickleball Paddle! - Pro PickleBaller
- Head Radical Tour Grit 2024 Pickleball Paddle
- Pickleball Paddle HEAD Radical Tour Grit 2024 - Graphite Surface With Spin Grid Technology HEAD Radical Tour Grit Pickleball Paddle Graphite Surface