HEAD Radical Tour Raw 2024

 HEAD Radical Tour Raw 2024 Pickleball Paddle — Raw Carbon Fiber, 15mm PP Core, HST & Traditional Shape 

There are two ways to dominate a pickleball exchange: hit harder, or hit with more intention. The HEAD Radical Tour Raw 2024 is built for players who have chosen the second path — those who seek to control the ball, impose precise spin, and place every dink and reset with clear tactical intent. Its raw carbon surface, traditional shape and HST technology make it a reference paddle for the versatile player who prioritises touch, precision and consistency. 

Raw Carbon Surface: spin and control as absolute priorities

 
The difference between a conventional composite surface and a raw carbon surface is felt from the very first rally. The unlacquered carbon fibres of the Radical Tour Raw create a micro-granular texture that extends the contact time between the ball and the surface on impact — this increased contact allows precise lateral spin on cuts and slices, and heavy topspin on serves and drives. The result: a ball that behaves exactly as the player commands, with a responsiveness to tactical intent that fundamentally changes command of the game.
 

Traditional shape & short handle: maximum manoeuvrability at the net

 
The Radical Tour Raw adopts a traditional shape — 408mm long by 198mm wide — with a short handle that repositions the control zone closer to the hand. This design choice is deliberate: at the net, where reactivity takes precedence over raw power, a shorter handle allows faster trajectory adjustments, better wrist mobility for short volleys, and superior control during dinks. For players who prioritise net exchanges, defensive resets and tactical placement, this geometry is a genuine weapon.
 

HST (Handle Stabilizer Technology): 8S resin for absorption and stability

 
The vibrations transmitted to the arm during impacts are the silent enemy of pickleball precision. HEAD's HST (Handle Stabilizer Technology) reinforces the handle with a specialised 8S resin that stabilises the shaft structure and improves vibration and shock absorption on every impact. Fewer parasitic vibrations means better reading of playing sensations, reduced arm fatigue during long sessions, and increased joint protection for regular players.
 

15mm PP honeycomb core: control thickness, preserved feel

At the heart of the Radical Tour Raw, HEAD has integrated a 15mm polypropylene honeycomb core — the reference thickness for control-oriented players. This core delivers a generous sweet spot that forgives slightly off-centre strikes while maintaining a precise response on intentional ball touches. The dampening is sufficient to make drops and dinks perfectly measured, without ever sacrificing the reactivity needed for smashes and offensive drives.

USAPA approved: competition and training without restriction

 
The Radical Tour Raw 2024 is listed and approved by USAPA for official competitive play. It can be used without restriction in sanctioned tournaments — a regulatory compliance guarantee that allows it to accompany the player from daily training through to the most important matches.
 

Technical Specs — HEAD Radical Tour Raw 2024 (200044)

• Hitting surface: Raw Carbon Fiber — spin & control
• Core: Polypropylene (PP) honeycomb
• Core thickness: 15mm
• Materials: PP + CF (Polypropylene + Carbon Fiber)
• Weight: 225g / 7.9 oz
• Length: 408mm / 16"
• Width: 198mm / 7⅞"
• Grip length: 105mm / 4⅛" or 98mm / 3⅞"
• Handle technology: HST (Handle Stabilizer Technology) — 8S resin
• Shape: Traditional — short handle
• Approval: USAPA — official tournaments
• Level: Intermediate / Advanced
• Gender: Unisex
• Reference: 200044

Coach's Tip on the HEAD Radical Tour Raw 2024

 
The Radical Tour Raw 2024 is the paddle to recommend first to players who already have the pickleball fundamentals and want to develop their touch game — dinks, drops, resets and spin. The raw carbon surface is a genuine break from composite surfaces: the grip on the ball is significantly superior, opening a much richer tactical register for technical players. The short handle is a deliberate choice that rewards finesse and precision over raw power — perfect for profiles who build their points from the kitchen rather than from the baseline. HST technology brings real playing comfort during long sessions. An excellent quality/performance ratio for an intermediate to advanced player looking to progress tactically.