by C. J. Carpenter

Created on: May 21, 2008   Last Updated: May 22, 2008

Selecting the right tennis racquet can make a significant difference in how well you play the game of tennis and ultimately how much you enjoy the experience.

The Head Company is an innovator and leader in manufacturing tennis racquets. In 1997 Head introduced the first racquets made of titanium and graphite. With the new material, players experienced more power and control.

Today, many of Heads rackets are made with the Micro Gel, which is a silicone based material with carbon composite fibers that lend to stability, and consistency. Andre Aggasi, Marat Satin, Amelie Mauresmo, and Patty Snyder are all professional players who have used the Head racquet. About 30% of the top players on the ATP tour use a Head racquet.

Head's mission is to lead the racquet market by improving the technology of their racquets. Their motto is "Superior Performance through Superior Technology."

Head offers a broad range of high tech racquets suitable for all playing levels. The racquets range from about $100-$250.

The racquets are grouped in several series in which you can choose different characteristics to meet your performance needs according to your style of play. Use the racquet chart to select a tennis racquet based on its head size and weight, different colors, stiffness, flexibility, and its ability to give you power and control.

Popular Head Racquet Series Characteristics:

Air Flow 1 is a stiff racquet and a heavy head
3 Oversized with a light head
5 Firm racquet with a lot of power

Flex-Point 4 - is a stable racquet, that provides power and 107 sq. inches
Prestige - is a firm powerful racquet
Radical - a flexible racquet with a light head
Radical MP - a lightheaded racquet with a heavy frame,the head size is 100 sq inches.

*Micro Gel
Extreme- power, rounded head and light head
Instinct- a firm racquet , med frame with light head
Radical- extremely flexible, 107 sq. inchs

Air flow Racquet series are designed for women. These racquets will give you lots of control. The grip is made for a women's hand.
Flex-Point racquets are light weight, flexible while retaining ability to provide substantial power and control.
Micro Gel racquets are built with silicone based materials combined with carbon composite fibers to provide stability and consistency. The impact on the racquet is equally distributed.

Overall, Head Tennis Racquets are uniquely designed with all levels of players in mind. Whether you are a beginner, weekend warrior, or serious team player, Head has a full line of tennis racquets to choose from. Find a racquet that will give you the edge in your game, and then go out and have fun!

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