Head Radical Tour Raw Pickleball Paddle

I returned one of these because of a defect and then bought two more for my wife and myself. I've tried Selkirks, Engages, Joolas, etc., but the Head Radical Tour Raw remains my "go to" paddle. For me, it doesn't stand out in one particular area, but it does all things well. It is a great "all around" paddle. Nice size sweet spot, has great dwell time, predictable with dinks, and very maneuverable for volleys. The handle / grip is great. It feels much more akin to a tennis racquet grip. So many other paddles deviate greatly from the tennis racquet grip and they don't feel "right" in my hand. This paddle just feels "right" to me and it shows with the control. I can place the ball anywhere with this paddle. I also like how the top of the paddle is more wide than many other paddles. I think this smallest amount helps increase the sweet spot and allows for slightly more surface area to catch that quick shot. The only potential downside I've seen with this paddle (and it may not actually be one) is with spin. It doesn't have much for me. I would say it is on par with most Joolas and Engages, but when trying the Selkirk Luxx Control, the spin difference was dramatic. I can generate what feels like twice the spin with the Luxx Control and the ball dips hard with incredible topspin whereas the Head paddle can't do this. However, like I mentioned above, there are so many other areas where Luxx Control doesn't work for me, but the Head does. The Luxx Control handle is awkward for me, there is little dwell time compared to the Head, and it almost has too much power at times. The Head sort of sits in the middle of all the major paddle characteristics, again, making it a great all around paddle, controlled, and predictable. Not to mention the price is pretty good for raw carbon fiber. Highly recommend.

Great value for the price. Solid racquet. Easy to play with and feels great when making contact.

I love this paddle. Good all around paddle. Nice spin, control and power.

Nice grip and performance

Great paddle. Lightweight and has a decent size sweet spot. Good grip and balance. Wish it came with a cover.

Simply outstanding. Raw carbon fiber 15mm was a great mix of control and power. I was worried about the shorter handle but after playing, the light weight and maneuverable ability allowed for very quick backhands and great control with top spin. Construction/durability is head quality. Also purchased the head cover and fit perfectly.

This is my favorite paddle. I love the stability and the grip is great!

This paddle was a gift to my former tennis buddy who's now shifted to pickleball as she's 60 now. She loves the weight as she can make her moves well both baseline & on the kitchen, her usual tennis forehand and backhand slice strokes, easily done with the head pickleball paddle, no tennis elbow felt.