HEAD · 2026
Head Radical Team 2026
specs and who it suits
The Head Radical Team 2026 is a teardrop padel racket with a medium-hard-feel Control FOAM core, weighing 360 g with low balance. It plays as a control racket and lists at €179 RRP. Our match engine rates it best for intermediate right-side players, at 89 out of 98.
- Teardrop
- 360 g
- Low balance
- €179 RRP
- 2026 season
WHO IT SUITS
Who the Head Radical Team 2026
is right for
Our match engine scores every racket for six player types, the same engine as the AI racket finder. 98 is the ceiling. The rank is its position among all rackets for that player.
| Player | Score /98 | Verdict | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | 75 | Good fit | #168 of 862 |
| Intermediate all-rounder | 88 | Good fit | #183 of 1214 |
| Intermediate, left side | 77 | Poor fit | #814 of 1214 |
| Intermediate, right side | 89 | Excellent fit | #20 of 1214 |
| Advanced attacker | 74 | Poor fit | #774 of 1214 |
| Elbow or arm trouble | 67 | Poor fit | #889 of 1165 |
SPECIFICATIONS
Head Radical Team 2026
specs
Manufacturer specifications. Price is the euro RRP; UK street prices are usually lower.
| Spec | Head Radical Team 2026 |
|---|---|
| Shape | Teardrop |
| Weight | 360 g |
| Balance | Low |
| Core | Control FOAM |
| Feel | Medium-Hard |
| Face | Fiberglass |
| Frame | Carbon fiber |
| Playing style | Control |
| Season | 2026 |
| RRP | €179 (mid band) |
OUR READING
What the specs
mean on court
On the numbers, the Head Radical Team 2026 makes most sense for intermediate right-side players, intermediate all-rounders and beginners. It is a weaker choice for intermediate left-side players, advanced attackers and players with elbow or arm trouble.
A teardrop head is the middle ground: a little more reach and power than a round frame, a bigger sweet spot than a diamond. The harder core rewards a fast, clean swing with pace and precision, and punishes late contact.
These scores assume the answers of a typical player of each type. The free racket finder scores it for your own answers, and the Padel AI app goes further: film one match and it scores your real technique, then re-ranks all 1,418 rackets for the way you actually play. Compare the rest of the range on our Head rackets page.
ALTERNATIVES
Rackets similar
to the Head Radical Team 2026
The closest current rackets in our catalogue by shape, feel, weight, price and how they play.
| Racket | Shape | Weight | Feel | RRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enebe Combat 7.1 V2 2025 | Teardrop | 355 to 370 g | Medium-Hard | €189 |
| Head Radical Motion 2026 | Teardrop | 355 g | Hard | €199 |
| Joma Tournament Flex Negro-Rojo 2025 | Teardrop | 355 to 365 g | Medium-Soft | €140 |
| Adidas Adipower Carbon CTRL 3.4 2025 | Round | 360 to 375 g | Medium-Hard | - |
| Bullpadel Neuron 2025 Fede Chingotto | Teardrop | 355 to 375 g | Medium-Hard | €289 |
| Drop Shot Conqueror Control 2025 | Round | 360 to 370 g | Medium-Hard | €240 |
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FAQ
Questions about the
Head Radical Team 2026
Is the Head Radical Team 2026 good for beginners?
It scores 75 out of 98 for a beginner in our match engine, which is good fit, ranking #168 of 862 eligible rackets. It is a sensible first racket.
Is the Head Radical Team 2026 a power or a control racket?
It plays as a control racket. The teardrop shape and low balance sit between round and diamond, trading a little forgiveness for some extra power.
How heavy is the Head Radical Team 2026?
The manufacturer lists it at 360 g. Most padel rackets sit between 350 and 375 g; this one is in the middle of that range.
Is the Head Radical Team 2026 good for tennis elbow?
For a player with arm trouble it scores 67 out of 98, poor fit. A softer core would absorb more of the impact. See a physio if the pain persists.
How much does the Head Radical Team 2026 cost?
The recommended retail price is €179. UK shops usually sell below RRP, and the price drops further once the next season's model arrives.
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