HEAD Boom Elite 2026 Tennis Racquet

The HEAD Boom Elite 2026 brings the explosive power and comfort-first design of HEAD’s Boom family to beginners, recreational players, and progressing intermediates. Featuring a striking mint/black or speed blue cosmetic with a refined matte finish, it is engineered to simplify the game by offering maximum forgiveness and effortless depth without requiring aggressive swing speed or perfect contact.

Weighing in at 270 grams (unstrung) with a generous 107 square-inch head size, the Boom Elite provides an expansive hitting zone and rapid swing speed while retaining HEAD’s flagship 2026 feel updates.

Performance Profile

1. Forgiveness & Sweet Spot (9.5/10): Superior. The oversized 107 sq. in. head drastically reduces off-center mishits, helping developing players keep rallies going with clean, consistent ball flight.
2. Easy Power (9.0/10): High. The variable 23/26/23 mm beam profile combined with an open string bed generates rapid depth and effortless pace even with compact or slower swing paths.
3. Maneuverability (9.0/10): Excellent. At 270 g unstrung, the lightweight frame allows fast head acceleration and effortless handling during quick reaction volleys at the net.
4. Comfort & Touch (9.0/10): Soft & Gentle. The flexible frame profile (~63 RA) coupled with Auxetic 2.0 dampening actively reduces shock and unwanted feedback, protecting delicate joints.
5. Stability & Control (7.5/10): Solid for Weight. A strategic 340 mm balance point counteracts the light static weight, giving shots noticeable stability and penetration off the baseline.

Key Technologies

1. Auxetic 2.0: Integrated into the yoke and handle to deliver refined impact feedback and absorb harsh vibrations across the frame.
2. Hy-Bor Construction: Aerospace-grade composite fibers incorporated into the shaft to minimize frame twisting and energy loss upon impact.
3. Morph Beam: Combines a control-oriented box-beam shaft profile with a powerful, aerodynamic head shape.
4. Power Grommets: Enlarged grommet openings allow maximum string bed movement to enhance trampoline power and spin generation.
5. Uni Pattern: Machine-optimized string spacing designed to widen the effective hitting area for consistent, forgiving performance.

Best Suited For

1. Beginners & Social Players: Players developing their technique who want a lightweight, confidence-building frame that delivers easy depth.
2. Progressing Intermediates: Players moving up from basic aluminum or beginner racquets into their first performance-oriented graphite frame.
3. Arm-Conscious Hitters: Players looking for an arm-friendly, flexible option that absorbs harsh contact shock.
4. Doubles Enthusiasts: Players who value quick handling at the net for rapid reaction volleys and easy pop on serves.

Specifications

• Head Size: 107 sq. in. / 690 cm²
• Length: 27.0 in. / 68.5 cm (Standard).
• Unstrung Weight: 270 g / 9.5 oz.
• Strung Weight: ~285 g / 10.0 oz.
• Unstrung Balance: 340 mm / 4 pts HL.
• Strung Balance: ~350 mm / Even.
• Beam Width: 23 mm / 26 mm / 23 mm.
• String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses.
• Stiffness Rating (RA): ~63 RA.
• Swingweight: ~277.
• Grip Type: HEAD Hydrosorb Pro.
• Cosmetic: Mint / Black or Speed Blue (Matte Finish).