HEAD Graphene 360+ Speed Pro Racquet Review

[@bruin4937]

Thanks for a quality review/play-test, Jonas. I always appreciate your well informed assessments and I also enjoy watching you rallying with these tested racquets - I NEED TO GET OUT TO THE COURTS MYSELF! Cheers.

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks! And yes you do!

[@bruin4937]

@@Tennisnerd :-)

[@cd8145]

I’m a simple man, I see a Tennisnerd video, I click right away!

[@Tennisnerd]

I like your thinking!

[@cd8145]

Tennisnerd I think what would make your reviews even better is comparing the racket to rackets of different brand, for example racket A from brand A has similar power level / feel to racket B from brand B. I think that will help people get a better sense of how a racket plays compared to the one they’re using.

[@cd8145]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGW9h6mfjsSSh7s This channel does a great job of reviewing, hopefully you can check it out! 😎

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, I will improve the format for my upcoming reviews and take your feedback into consideration. Thanks 👍🏻

[@doudoubulle]

Hello, I wait a test of the last ezone 100 deep blue 😉 I heard it's closer to the DR than the previous version

[@TimG--]

Nice video mate. Spot on !

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks Tim!

[@tennisbyaeriel7230]

Love the review! Excited to try it myself soon!

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks! Definitely worth a demo 👍🏻

[@jsteed44]

Truly loved the 360 greatly improved my play hitting harder making winning shots. Bought this copy and I found it a little heavier at first but that has changed adding a grip tape to the handle can feel the power prefer the 360 to this model

[@henasome]

Would you pls review the mp version? I consider to switch

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, I will do that in a near future I hope.

[@henasome]

@@Tennisnerd thanks 👍

[@rsparaiso]

How do you compare this with Head Graphene 360 Speed Pro (previous model), and Prince Textreme Tour 100P (305g)?

[@riderone8552]

Hope they release 360+ Extreme Pro with swingweight about 340. ☺

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes! The Extreme with spiralfibers would be sweet

[@chung729chung]

Highly recommend to use x-one biphase on speed pro U dont lose control on 18x20 string pattern, the ball sails to the baseline automatically

[@cliveburks]

Thanks Jonas I have an Speed MP which I went off but added 6 gms of lead tape 9am 3pm liked it a lot more. Just saw today special edition version of Speed Pro on Tennis Point for £109 so bought it as seemed too good a deal to not take.

[@Matheusfk3]

Great review as always Jonas, keep it up. Fianlly seems like HEAD is on the right track again with the graphene 360+. I currently use the Gravity pro and I am very happy with it. I've been curious to hit with the new prestige MP and now that the new speed pro have been released, I am curious to give it a try, also. Can you point out the differences between the gravity pro and the speed pro apart from the beam width?

[@letrantrung1]

I just switched to this a few days ago, from Pure Strike 2017 100. Very easy to feel the accuracy and flatter shots and flat serce were much improved. However, lazy shots and spins and slice serve are what I miss from this change. Overall, for my game at the moment, this switch is a good decision and very happy :)

[@julioo534]

Nice detailed video 💪

[@ka1do491]

Thank you for the review. How would u compare this to the gravity tour

[@googlereviewer1944]

Have they changed the specs?? The 360 Speed Pro I tried (pre paint inverse) had a feeble swing weight. I liked everything about it except the sub 320 swingweight and feeble power. Even TW say that the average SW of that one is 318. Not sure what this 360+ one is about. How come this one has a 335 SW? Is it extended or customised?

[@gavlatennis2824]

Agreed. Don't understand what this racquet is. Would help if the reviewer explained if this is an update of the 360 or just the same thing with different paint.

[@berronchu9441]

hi. just want ask, is the difference between this and the previous 360 speed pro really noticeable? and is the 100 dollars price difference worth it?

[@MrFirstSeed]

Ids like to see you get your hands on an Angell TC 90.Or any other Racquet made by Paul "Angell" They are the best stick you'll ever use..Find an Angell and demo.Foam filled...

[@Tennisnerd]

I have reviewed pretty much every Angell racquet on this channel :)

[@MrFirstSeed]

@@Tennisnerd my apologies I just subbed..great content

[@Nautijan]

Excellent review. How does the speed pro compare to the TF40 315 wrt comfort, power and ease of swinging? And the Speed MP compared to the TF40 305? I am using the TF40 315 now and I could use a bit more power, and maybe slightly lower weight. But do not want to lose the comfort and feel of the racket.

[@usaexplore410]

Hi, could you help me out. I've been playing with the pure drive for 7 years now, yes, the same racket seven years and i think its time to get a new racquet. But i dont have a demo program in my country, so id really appreciate if you could help me out . I definitely want to buy something other than a pure drive. I like the spin it offers but i feel i need more control. Also id like to point out that i tend to hit the ball a little bit higher than the 9 and 3, its just how i play and cant correct it, i tried.... Just to add i use RPM blast and i like the string, i would like something more forgiving for off center hits though. With that said what wold you recommend from Head, Wilson and Babolat?

[@xdiputsm]

if you have no arm issues, get the pure drive vs or pure strike 100 or pure strike

[@usaexplore410]

@John Wilson i dont have yonex in my country

[@jorgeandrescoppiano]

Hello Jonas! Hope you and your family are doing very well. What do you mean by stringbed deadspots?

[@Haralden]

Would you change to a leather grip on this? what are thoughts on that? would the added weight and the increase in HL balance make it play closer to the pro?

[@brianb336]

Hey Tennisnerd. Great Review. How do you like this in comparison with 360 pro. Much difference in the two? Also how does this racquet compare with the RF97? What string set up do you recommend for this the 360+ and tension? I used to use the 200G so I have used to a heavier racquet with higher tension. Thanks for all your help! I am demoing the 360 plus and am very impressed.

[@zacharywan2004]

Hey Jonas, would you say this has more power than the new prestige pro? What are your thoughts. Thanks!

[@YTviewer2099]

Which racket was Djokovic using (endorsing) at Australian open this year ??? It was all glossy black , no white at all

[@Tennisnerd]

It was a ltd edition paint job

[@andrer3764]

New favourite? How’s this compared to your Gravity Pro?

[@Tennisnerd]

It is on the list of new favorites, yeah. More power and spin than the Gravity. Easier to use

[@kylekim2847]

I’m stuck between the head gravity pro and the speed pro. Which would you recommend?

[@muharemajasllari8931]

Which one you got dude, I'm also stucked between this two, plss help me. I like to play more with power and spin.

[@jaguarpac9]

More spin on the speed pro

[@harritsoppa1381]

@@muharemajasllari8931 witch one did you buy? Greetings from sweden😀

[@muharemajasllari8931]

@@harritsoppa1381 I didn't buy it 😂, I stopped tennis, greetings from Greece and I hope we see a good match tomorrow

[@djblackwing737]

Was there any instability in the upper hoop? Been hearing some feedback from some reviews.

[@Ondernemingskamer]

I playtested this racket today. His review is pretty much spot on. As for instability in the upper hoop: I wouldn't say instability but you could definitely feel some mass lacking when hitting higher up in the hoop. When you hit the ball at the sweet spot though, this racket is stable as a rock.

[@seroromix]

Hey tennisnerd love ur channel love your reviews i was wondering on ur opinion comparing the yonex vcore pro hd 97 18x20 to the angell CUSTOM V3 TC97 - 18 X 20?

[@ProNinjaBoy88]

He got the racket even before djokovic did😂

[@Tennisnerd]

Haha, that is how I roll 😎

[@riderone8552]

Djokovic endorsing the anniversary version IIRC.

[@michaele7636]

Djokovic doesn't use the speed racquets

[@zionic3483]

@@michaele7636 no shit

[@lambo2224]

hey Tennisnerd, how did this compare to the blade 98 18x20 v7?

[@sullycaruso9905]

would you recommend RPM blast for this racket

[@bigboybrayden5236]

I was just wondering what your thoughts about grip sizes were. I just switched from 3/8 to 1/4 and I don’t really know which one to stick with. My one handed backhand feels amazing with the 1/4 along with everything else but it feels a little unstable on my forehand. It may just be my technique but I’m just confused on this topic.

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, not easy when the grip feels different on your bh and fh. I have a similar situation but reversed. Not really sure how to tackle it! Will think about this one.

[@bigboybrayden5236]

Tennisnerd ok thanks!

[@eloquench]

Do you think adding more handle weight would assist with maneuverability?

[@Tennisnerd]

In a way, but adding power to the handle does not reduce the swingweight so I if you already have a high swingweight it tends not to help.

[@ArunKumar-cy1up]

Hey tennis nerd, which is the better racket gravity pro, tour or new speed pro...?? Pls compare these..

[@Dryskelol]

Do u prefer the speed Pro or the gravity pro more?

[@alexgrant4864]

Do you think this would be a great doubles stick?

[@God-sw8xy]

🔥Subscribed, continue making amazing videos. For a medium level player, would you recommend head lynx strings?

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks! Yes I will :) Yeah, I think they should work for you. Don’t string higher than 23 kg / 51 lbs though.

[@Matan2222222]

Would you say that this racquet is somewhat similar to the Head IG Speed MP Youtek 315?

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, quite similar - bit more stable

[@joshua_huang_7692]

Would u use this racket or the prince textreme tour 310?

[@ka1do491]

When are those speed racquets releasing?

[@robs8220]

Rishikesh Salunke March

[@ka1do491]

@@robs8220 ty

[@PankajYadav-jm9gk]

Bro when it will be available in india ??

[@TopspinzTennis]

I have a quick question, something I’m interested about... When you get to test new/unreleased/prototype rackets, do the manufacturers contact you, and once you receive them, are you allowed to keep them? Thanks in advance, Luke.

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, most of the times I get to keep them. But it is not always the case and many times in the past I have bought frames...Cheers / J

[@TopspinzTennis]

Tennisnerd that is very cool. How do you become a racket tester? Sorry for more questions haha. Thanks, Luke.

[@djblackwing737]

Im a classic prestige/ultra tour guy... Liked the characterestics of previous speedpro however had some discomfort as well even at poly at 46 lbs. I think Im gonna pass on the prestige 360 and save up for this. It looks promising

[@sunny051488]

dj Blackwing that’s strange you got wrist issues with a poly at 46 on the previous model. The previous one was super low powered and flexible. This new one is higher stiffness which would probably be worse on the wrist.

[@djblackwing737]

The latest speed is more comfy if you listen to the video. I like the older speed but find a bit stiff on impact. Sure it has a lower RA but considering RAs are measured at the throat only means flexibility and comfort based on RAs doest describe the whole picture. Im used to softer frames thats why Im keen on looking for comfort above all else. Anyways everything is subjective. Unlike you, I found the old speed pro 360 a bit stiff and powerfull,

[@sunny051488]

dj Blackwing very interesting indeed. I find the old speed(which I still use at the moment) to be too low powered and pretty plush. I think the new one is dampening better while at the same time increasing frame stiffness. I didn’t know there was hoop stiffness and throat stiffness as separate variables! That’s good to know. But you’re right it’s all subjective in how it feels. But if you’re looking for comfort, I sometimes play with the microgel radicals and those frames are absolutely butter. They can still be bought on tennis warehouse at this time.

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, this one will give you better comfort, I’m sure.

[@HaemDream]

What was the flex rating on it?

[@Tennisnerd]

Don’t know - low 60s strung for sure

[@Rick-ou6wy]

How do you compare this with the new prestige MP overall? I remember you like that a lot.

[@Tennisnerd]

This one is a bit crisper and has a larger sweet spot. The Prestige is a bit easier to maneuver. When I play them side by side, I do appreciate the extra power of the Speed, but the Prestige has a nicer feel on contact.

[@Rick-ou6wy]

@@Tennisnerd Thanks! Which one would you use on a tournament?

[@b3h3mthdy]

how would you compare it to the gravity tour ? The specs look pretty similar.

[@Tennisnerd]

This one is a bit crisper, the flex is not as pronounced, but they are both comfortable.

[@LucasAlexK]

Would you consider it an arm friendly racquet?

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, I would. Not a noodle, but a lower flex rating and I have played it with a full bed of crisp poly without discomfort.

[@rogerharveytwofacestefanos7414]

When comes out?

[@vhockada]

Question. When you do these reviews are you basing your opinions on rackets on all rackets out there or do you separate your opinions between pro stock rackets and modern retail rackets?

[@Tennisnerd]

No, I base them on all racquets but try to focus on comparing racquets in the same category..

[@carstenberg4879]

Hej Jonas. Can you compare it to the Youtek Graphene Speed Pro, please. Tack. Cheers Carsten

[@Tennisnerd]

Hej Carsten, I think this one is softer, easier to use and with a larger sweet spot. 😎

[@carstenberg4879]

@@Tennisnerd Okay. I will give it a try. Unfortunately after using the 360 version, i had some elbow-pain. Especially with the MP-version ...

[@sarveshs2744]

Bro which grip size will be gud for the speed pro? I'm planning to buy one.

[@Tennisnerd]

It depends on what you usually use and what you're comfortable with.

[@xx_al3x_xxyt804]

Where did you take the raquet? When is the release date?

[@Tennisnerd]

I got it from HEAD - Release in March

[@xx_al3x_xxyt804]

@@Tennisnerd thanks

[@MoonieBaboonie]

will the Head sensor work with this racquet?

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes!

[@wgJatdgt08rf]

This Speed Pro is similar to ezone 2020?

[@Tennisnerd]

Heavier and less powerful, a little bit softer as well

[@wgJatdgt08rf]

Tennisnerd Thanks!

[@zmaku2749]

Don't understand you Jonas sometimes regarding your swingweight choices. There is numerous racquet reviews by you on racquets that naturally were coming with 320 325 swingweight and then you were adding lead tape to increase it to 335 340. You even stated so many times that 330-340 is your preferred choice. Now you got racquet with 335 and you call it hard to maneuver and too much to swing at some moments. And also you kept repeating it troughout the review. One thing that I dont understand is also last model was only 318 swingweight average at least from tennis warehouse page. Are you saying that they bumped that for this new model 10 -15 points.

[@Tennisnerd]

I really like this racquet and swing weight and play well with it, I just wanted to explain that for most people it is in the high range of SW. And even though I like a high SW myself, the downside is always maneuverability. This is logical, I like plow-through and stability, but need to be careful so my racquets don’t get too heavy. I think they have bumped up the SW but not normally by this much. I probably got one that was at the top of the spec range. I would say they likely bumped the Pro to 330. Due to quality control issues that trouble most tennis brands, you can easily get one with a lower or higher spec within a range.

[@julioo534]

But if Head recomends 24kg up to 28kg is probably because all their raquets supports high tension style

[@iiiilliiii-b1z]

Hi I’m south korean tennis player. I like head speed pro, so when can buy to user and korea?? 😁

[@Tennisnerd]

Hi you can buy it in March, that is the official release 👍🏻

[@iiiilliiii-b1z]

Tennisnerd Thank you🙏🏻

[@joshua_huang_7692]

This racket or the radical pro?

[@Tennisnerd]

This one!

[@K4R3N]

Wait for the new Radical in January

[@クリームイカ]

Do you have interest in reviewing pure strike tour with 320g~

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, I would like to, and might come in the future. Babolat are not keen on sending frames for demo to Malta though for some reason...

[@victorperezespinoza8753]

I bought a head speed pro that cost me nonsense, I don't know why they put speed on it because it has nothing for speed and I prefer the $40 artengo much faster and friendlier with the arm.. Head speed A very soft racket I don't think Djokovic uses this question. Too much vibration. And very slow.👎🏻 Joko's frame must be much firmer considering that he plays a lot in the background.

[@christianscherer8754]

Honestly I feel absolutely no difference to the older version :D

[@hoimengcheong5421]

👍🏻

[@sherryinxs]

All your shots are out!

[@Thimdog07]

surly just a respray

[@ernie1784]

I hear you often complain about your wrist and elbow arm issues. I'm pretty sure it's not because of a "stiff" racket or string. You should work on your technique and on your footwork. I play with a pure drive (2018) and I have never felt any pain in my arm. If you mostly hit clean shots, you'll probably avoid any arm issues.

[@luisfer14240]

👍🏻