HEAD Boom TEAM 2026 Tennis Racquet

The HEAD Boom Team 2026 is the standard, inline oversized racquet in HEAD’s explosive Boom series. Featuring the line's signature 2026 mint and deep blue colorway with a refined matte finish, it combines an accessible 260-gram (unstrung) weight with a wide 107 square-inch head size for maximum forgiveness, comfort, and effortless power.

Designed for beginners, recreational players, and senior players, the Boom Team simplifies depth and pace without requiring a long, aggressive swing path.

Performance Profile

1. Forgiveness & Sweet Spot (10/10): Superior. The 107 sq. in. head and enlarged upper-hoop shape create an expansive sweet spot, dramatically minimizing off-center mishits and maintaining depth on off-center contact.
2. Easy Power (9.5/10): Effortless. A 26 mm constant beam profile paired with long string beds produces rapid ball exit speed with minimal physical effort.
3. Maneuverability (9.0/10): High. At 260 g unstrung, it moves smoothly through the air, enabling fast reaction times for net volleys and quick returns.
4. Comfort & Joint Protection (9.5/10): Exceptional. Flexible frame mechanics (~63 RA) and Auxetic 2.0 vibration dampening effectively absorb harsh impact shock.
5. Control & Trajectory (7.0/10): Utility Control. Built primarily for power and ease of play, though 2026 Hy-Bor frame reinforcement helps stabilize the shaft against twisting during heavy rallies.

Key Technologies

1. Auxetic 2.0: Integrated into the yoke and handle butt-cap to optimize ball feedback and cushion impact shock across the frame.
2. Hy-Bor Material: Aerospace-grade composite fibers added to the shaft region to increase torsional rigidity and stability upon contact.
3. Morph Beam: Combines a square-shaped box beam in the shaft (for feel) with a wide, aerodynamic head profile (for power).
4. Power Grommets & Directional Drilling: Enlarged and angled grommet openings maximize string movement for enhanced trampoline power and comfort.
5. AI & Uni String Pattern: Machine-learning-optimized string spacing that expands the sweet spot and provides consistent ball launch angles.

Best Suited For

1. Beginners & Early Intermediates: Players looking for a forgiving, confidence-building frame that accelerates stroke development.
2. Social & Recreational Players: Players seeking easy depth, comfortable rallies, and smooth pop on serves without physical strain.
3. Arm-Conscious Hitters: Anyone needing maximum vibration dampening to protect against tennis elbow or shoulder strain.
4. Senior Players: Players wanting to maintain racquet head speed and court depth with minimal physical effort.

Specifications

• Head Size: 107 sq. in. / 690 cm²
• Length: 27.4 in. / 69.5 cm (Extended).
• Unstrung Weight: 260 g / 9.2 oz.
• Strung Weight: ~275 g / 9.7 oz.
• Unstrung Balance: 340 mm / 0.3 in HL.
• Strung Balance: ~350 mm / Even.
• Beam Width: 26 mm Constant.
• String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses.
• Stiffness Rating (RA): ~63 RA.
• Swingweight: ~310 - 315.
• Grip Type: HEAD Hydrosorb Pro.
• Cosmetic: Mint / Deep Blue (Standard Edition).