{"product_id":"head-extreme-motion-2026","title":"Head Extreme Motion 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe HEAD Extreme Motion 2026 is the lighter and more maneuverable variant within the HEAD Extreme range: a diamond-shaped padel racket that combines the attacking DNA of the Extreme Pro with a lighter frame (360 grams) and a slightly softer core. For players who want to play attacking but stay fast at the net, without giving up hitting power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #e2e6ee;border-radius:10px;padding:24px;margin:24px 0;background:#fff;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;text-align:center;color:#d12b2b;font-size:12px;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;font-weight:700;\"\u003eOur measurement\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0 4px;text-align:center;color:#1a2a4f;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;font-family:Georgia,'Playfair Display',serif;\"\u003eThe key characteristics at a glance\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 20px;text-align:center;color:#888;font-size:14px;\"\u003eMeasured on our Wilson Baiardo Tune Pro. Objective measurements, no marketing claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding-top:18px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:baseline;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color:#1a2a4f;font-weight:700;font-size:15px;letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eHARDNESS\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color:#d12b2b;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e62 \u003cspan style=\"color:#aaa;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\/ 75\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;height:8px;border-radius:4px;margin:14px 0 8px;background:linear-gradient(to right,#3b82f6,#22c55e,#eab308,#f97316,#ef4444);\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;top:50%;left:48%;width:18px;height:18px;margin-left:-9px;margin-top:-9px;background:#1a2a4f;border:3px solid #fff;border-radius:50%;box-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,.3);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;font-size:12px;color:#999;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003e50 extremely soft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e62 soft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e75 extremely hard\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003eSoft (62 on our scale).\u003c\/strong\u003e The ball sinks nicely into the face and bounces back smoothly. Forgiving on shots you do not hit exactly in the middle, with fewer vibrations to your arm. Comfortable during long sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f7f9fc;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin-top:14px;font-size:13px;color:#555;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;font-weight:700;color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003eOur hardness scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e50 - 54\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextremely soft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e55 - 60\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003every soft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;font-weight:700;color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e61 - 63\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esoft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e64 - 66\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e67 - 70\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003every hard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e70 +\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextremely hard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding-top:18px;margin-top:22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:baseline;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color:#1a2a4f;font-weight:700;font-size:15px;letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSWINGWEIGHT\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"color:#d12b2b;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e164 \u003cspan style=\"color:#aaa;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\/ 185\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;height:8px;border-radius:4px;margin:14px 0 8px;background:linear-gradient(to right,#3b82f6,#22c55e,#eab308,#f97316,#ef4444);\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;top:50%;left:53%;width:18px;height:18px;margin-left:-9px;margin-top:-9px;background:#1a2a4f;border:3px solid #fff;border-radius:50%;box-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,.3);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;font-size:12px;color:#999;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003e140 weight near hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e162 neutral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e185 weight in head\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003eNeutral (164 on our scale).\u003c\/strong\u003e For reference: rackets built purely around power often sit at 165 or higher, while control rackets sit around 150. This racket sits in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f7f9fc;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin-top:14px;font-size:13px;color:#555;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;font-weight:700;color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003eOur swingweight scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ebelow 160\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaneuverable\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;font-weight:700;color:#1a2a4f;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e161 - 170\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eneutral\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;padding:3px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e171 and higher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estiff\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding-top:18px;margin-top:22px;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#1a2a4f;font-weight:700;font-size:14px;letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003e360 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#1a2a4f;font-weight:700;font-size:14px;letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eBALANCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003ehigh (270 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:20px 0 0;color:#1a2a4f;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e a classic diamond shape with a high balance (270 mm) and a medium weight (360 grams). The sweetspot is small and sits high on the face. The combination of high balance, a slightly softer core (62) and a neutral swingweight (164) makes this an attacking diamond that stays more maneuverable than the heavier Pro version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho suits this racket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWell suited to:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/collections\/padel-rackets-for-advanced-players\" style=\"color:#d12b2b;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eadvanced players\u003c\/a\u003e who want to play attacking and like to hit the ball high on the face, but do not want to be held back by a heavy racket. Also a good stepping stone for players who find the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/products\/head-extreme-pro-2026\" style=\"color:#d12b2b;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eExtreme Pro\u003c\/a\u003e too heavy or too demanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess suited to:\u003c\/strong\u003e players still working on their technique (the small sweetspot is less forgiving), players who hit the ball centrally on the face (a hybrid suits them better), and players who look for maximum power (the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/products\/head-extreme-pro-2026\" style=\"color:#d12b2b;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eExtreme Pro\u003c\/a\u003e suits them better). For sensitive elbows: have a look at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/collections\/padel-elbow-injury\" style=\"color:#d12b2b;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eselection of rackets for padel elbow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExtreme Motion or Extreme Pro?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth rackets come from the same range with the same shape, balance position and technologies. The difference sits in weight and swingweight. The \u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Motion\u003c\/strong\u003e is 360 grams with swingweight 164 and hardness 62 (soft): attacking character with maneuverability and comfort. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/products\/head-extreme-pro-2026\" style=\"color:#d12b2b;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eExtreme Pro\u003c\/a\u003e is 370 grams with swingweight 170 and hardness 65 (hard): pure power for players who can handle the weight. Choose the Motion if you value speed at the net or prefer a lighter face, choose the Pro for maximum hitting power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this racket play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the Extreme Motion the gain sits in the combination of high balance (270 mm) with a lighter weight (360 grams) and a softer core (62 on our scale). You still have the attacking leverage of a head-heavy diamond, but the racket moves more fluidly through your swing and absorbs slightly more vibration on impact. The swingweight of 164 sits right in the neutral segment, meaning the racket swings through well without feeling sluggish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe technology: what do you notice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUD Carbon (the face):\u003c\/strong\u003e unidirectional carbon fibers. What you notice: stiff face with direct ball contact on attacking shots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Foam (the core):\u003c\/strong\u003e reactive foam core that amplifies at fast swings. What you notice: the faster you swing through the ball, the more power you get back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuxetic 2.0:\u003c\/strong\u003e construction in the yoke and the middle bar. What you notice: extra feedback and feel on impact, so you know more precisely how you hit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Spin (face surface):\u003c\/strong\u003e rough 3D texture on the face. What you notice: the ball grips better, giving extra spin on shots like bandeja, vibora and x3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Sweet Spot + Tailored Frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e hole pattern and frame sections custom-designed for this specific racket. Contributes to the effective size of the sweetspot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraphene Inside:\u003c\/strong\u003e graphene reinforcement in the frame for extra stability and energy transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft Cap+:\u003c\/strong\u003e replaceable wrist cord system with soft material in the handle for more comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti Shock Skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e protective layer against impacts and scratches for extra durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e diamond shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance:\u003c\/strong\u003e high (270 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlaying style:\u003c\/strong\u003e attacking with maneuverability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 494 cm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeam (thickness):\u003c\/strong\u003e 38 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace:\u003c\/strong\u003e UD Carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Power Foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extreme Spin (rough texture for spin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e HEAD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 223136\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho does the Extreme Motion suit best?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdvanced players who want to play attacking and like to hit the ball high on the face, but who value speed and maneuverability. The light frame and softer core make this racket more accessible than the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/products\/head-extreme-pro-2026\" style=\"color:#d12b2b;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eExtreme Pro\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the Extreme Motion and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/products\/head-extreme-pro-2026\" style=\"color:#d12b2b;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eExtreme Pro\u003c\/a\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Motion is 360 grams with swingweight 164 and hardness 62: attacking character with maneuverability and comfort. The Pro is 370 grams with swingweight 170 and hardness 65: pure power. Choose the Motion for speed and accessibility, choose the Pro for maximum hitting power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Extreme Motion suitable with tennis elbow or a sensitive elbow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe core at hardness 62 is softer than on the Extreme Pro, which absorbs vibrations better. Still, with existing complaints it is good to test first. See also our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/collections\/padel-elbow-injury\" style=\"color:#d12b2b;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eselection for padel elbow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I test the Extreme Motion before buying?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. At our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/pages\/padel-racket-test\" style=\"color:#d12b2b;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003ePadel Experience Center\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy at PadelShop.com\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Head","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59216243491164,"sku":null,"price":2497.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/5736\/5640\/files\/HEAD_Extreme_Motion_2026_Front_View_With_Logo.png?v=1789978124","url":"https:\/\/padelshop.com\/sv-se\/products\/head-extreme-motion-2026","provider":"PadelShop.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}