Head Extreme Pro 2026
The HEAD Extreme Pro 2026 is the heaviest racket in the HEAD Extreme range: a diamond-shaped padel racket for tournament players who attack relentlessly. High balance (270 mm), 370 grams of weight and the hard UD Carbon construction give you maximum leverage on smashes and overheads. For players who have the mass and technique to carry it and want to finish points from anywhere on the court.
Our measurement
The key characteristics at a glance
Measured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro. Objective measurements, no marketing claims.
Hard (65 on our scale). The ball sinks little into the face and bounces back quickly. More control over placement and a direct feel on impact, but you have to supply the energy yourself. With a sensitive elbow a harder face is a consideration.
Our hardness scale
Neutral (170 on our scale). For reference: rackets built purely around power often sit at 165 or higher, while control rackets sit around 150. This racket sits in between. On the upper end of neutral, close to stiff.
Our swingweight scale
370 grams
high (270 mm)
In practice: a classic diamond shape with a high balance (270 mm) and a substantial weight (370 grams). The sweetspot is small and sits high on the face. The combination of high balance, hard construction and swingweight on the upper end of neutral makes this the heaviest, most attacking-focused racket in the Extreme range.
Who suits this racket
Well suited to: advanced to expert players who want to play attacking and like to hit the ball high on the face. The weight of 370 grams and the high balance require a good swing technique and physical condition, but deliver maximum return on smash and vibora.
Less suited to: players still working on their technique (the small sweetspot is less forgiving), players who volley a lot and value speed at the net (the Extreme Motion suits them better), and players with a sensitive elbow. In that case have a look at our selection of rackets for padel elbow.
Extreme Pro or Extreme Motion?
Both rackets come from the same range with the same shape, balance position and technologies. The difference sits in weight and swingweight. The Extreme Pro is 370 grams with swingweight 170 (upper neutral): pure power for players who can handle the weight and want to dominate with hitting power. The Extreme Motion is 360 grams with swingweight 164 and a softer core (62 versus 65): the same attacking DNA but more maneuverable at the net and with more comfort. Choose the Pro for maximum power and dominance, choose the Motion if you value speed and maneuverability more.
How does this racket play?
The sweetspot of a diamond shape is small and sits high on the face. Hit the ball there and you get maximum return on smash and vibora. Hit it lower or to the side and you noticeably lose pace. This makes a diamond more demanding than a hybrid, but if you have the technique it rewards you with a level of explosiveness that other shapes cannot match.
On the Extreme Pro all factors work in the same direction: 370 grams (heavy), balance 270 mm (high), swingweight 170 (upper neutral) and hardness 65 (hard). That means maximum leverage on overhead shots, with a direct ball contact through the hard face. The price you pay for that is that the racket takes more effort to move at the net and demands more from your arm during long sessions.
The technology: what do you notice?
- UD Carbon (the face): unidirectional carbon fibers. What you notice: hard and stiff face with direct ball contact. The ball bounces back quickly with little face deformation.
- Power Foam (the core): reactive foam core that amplifies at fast swings. What you notice: the faster you swing through the ball, the more power you get back. Requires active shot execution.
- Auxetic 2.0: construction in the yoke (connection between frame and handle) and the middle bar. What you notice: extra feedback and feel on impact, so you know more precisely how you hit.
- Extreme Spin (face surface): rough 3D texture on the face. What you notice: the ball grips better, giving extra spin on shots like bandeja, vibora and x3.
- Optimized Sweet Spot + Tailored Frame: hole pattern and frame sections custom-designed for this specific racket. Contributes to the effective size of the sweetspot and consistency of ball contact.
- Soft Cap+: replaceable wrist cord system with soft material in the handle. What you notice: more comfortable grip and fewer blisters during long sessions.
Specifications
- Shape: diamond shape
- Balance: high (270 mm)
- Level: advanced to expert
- Playing style: attacking (power)
- Weight: 370 grams
- Face size: 494 cm²
- Beam (thickness): 38 mm
- Face: UD Carbon
- Core: Power Foam
- Face surface: Extreme Spin (rough texture for spin)
- Brand: HEAD
- Year: 2026
- Product Number: 223126
Frequently asked questions
Who does the Extreme Pro suit best?
Advanced to expert players who want to play attacking and have the physical condition to carry 370 grams. The high balance and weight reward good timing and clean impact.
What is the difference between the Extreme Pro and the Extreme Motion?
The Extreme Pro is 370 grams with swingweight 170 and hardness 65 (hard): pure power. The Extreme Motion is 360 grams with swingweight 164 and hardness 62 (soft): the same attacking character but more maneuverable and comfortable. Choose the Pro for maximum power, choose the Motion for more speed at the net.
Is the Extreme Pro suitable with tennis elbow or a sensitive elbow?
With existing elbow complaints this is not the most logical racket. The hard core (65 on our scale) and the high weight (370 grams) load your arm on every shot. For alternatives see our selection for padel elbow.
Can I test the Extreme Pro before buying?
Yes. At our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn you test the racket on court for 29.95 euros. You get half an hour of playing time and we advise based on your game and physical preferences.
Why buy at PadelShop.com
We measure every racket on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro, so you know beforehand what you are getting: no marketing claims but real measurements. Test the racket at our Padel Experience Center in Alphen aan den Rijn, get advice based on your game, and benefit from fast worldwide delivery.
Head Extreme Pro 2026
