HEAD SPEED PRO / MP 2022 Tennis Rackets Final Review | Tennis Guy

[@vladmaxim]

Great review, Speed MP is the way to go ❤

[@jakewilliams5018]

I am 6’3, 138kg Massively out of shape. My shots are mixed between topspin and flat. Since picking up the pro I am super consistent with great power. When I was playing with the MP before I had to really torque the racquet to keep the ball in.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

That's a great news for you. Keep playing the game.

[@rich.e]

I agree, as a flat / medium-spin player, I found the MP very 'launchy' but very easy to spin as well (too easy?), and not really suitable to my game. I too bought the Pro and think it's a great racquet for me; decent power, control, comfort and can also get moderate to medium spin; good for volleys and serves but putting spin on serves takes effort. Downsides; needs good stroke mechanics and average looks imo. But I like it a lot.

[@benjaminjensen111]

N plays with a 14 year old pro stock radical IG/Youtek/LM 97 square inch loaded with a lot of lead and with 1/4 inch longer handle.

[@zerodegrekelvin2]

I like the subtle humor of your review 8-) Also you mentioned about using legs, very true.

[@Ramondrago]

Great Video nice and interesting talk there while you played in the background! Thats a thumbs up

[@57Ryuk]

Very indepth and thought out video. Thanks man!

[@jaskiratsinghpanesar1902]

Hey I just loved your honest reviews. I only like a couple of reviewing channels on YT. All other channels generally just speak specs and already available info in review

[@johnnacke2017]

Tennis Guy, I'm a 3.8-4.0 senior singles player: One- handed backhand, moderate racquet head speed, good touch and slice, mostly flat, some TS..Some say I should go with the Pro because I hit flat. However, others say that the Pro is too advanced for my level, and I should go with the MP... Your insight/ recommendation would be greatly appreciated!

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hi John, because you are a senior player, you should go with the MP. It's a very good racket, used by many advanced players and juniors. It has everything you need. Works great on flat shots, with very nice blend of control and easy power. The Pro version is really too demanding, even for me when I'm not in shape. So you should have a racket, that is little bit forgiving. We are not pro's who practise every single day so at times when you don't feel your best, it's good to have a racket that will make you struggle little bit less and help you to overcome obstacles. That's the MP version for sure. Or, you might try Boom Pro - yes, Pro. Because Boom Pro is actually very forgiving, but at the same time it is precise, crisp and clean. So maybe try Speed MP / Boom Pro for yourself. Probably I would recommend you rather the Boom Pro if you hit clean with the smaller headsize, you will benefit from it very much.

[@benjaminjensen111]

You can go to the house improvement store and buy some lacker and paint it on and that way give it some gloss

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Yeah, I want to do this experiment one day, during summer when I have time on my cottage. Not sure how should I begin - I suppose I need to sand the frame before I apply the lacker and paint.

[@benjaminjensen111]

@@CzechTennisGuy just add lacker/gloss on top. No need to sand.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@benjaminjensen111 Ok, thank you.

[@experientialtennispickleball]

Played with the MP yesterday. The grommet slot going so down in the throat area bothered me on the 1-handed backhand. Excellent frame to hit the 2-handed-backhand, even better than the Boom Pro here. Maybe the best sounding racket I've played so far. I would put some weight on the handle and at 3-9.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

It's probably the most universal MP in the Heads line. If someone is asking me which racket to buy for every type of tennis, I'm recommending the Speed MP. It feels neutral and allows you to play agressive tennis and defense together.

[@experientialtennispickleball]

@@CzechTennisGuy my only issue was the 1-handed backhand. Apart from the reason I already said, it felt a bit slow (or too big) to swing. But, for 2-handed backhand it was great. I don't exclude the possibility of getting it as a secondary 100 sq inch racket behind my Diadem Nova FS100 which I think is more versatile.

[@xmarksthespot1201]

Speed MP vs Extreme MP? Which one did you like better for the auxetic version?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Question answered in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioWqapuObr-Wbs0

[@andreichitu5821]

Amazing review! I have a question if you have time. I am ready to order a new racquet tomorrow but unfortunately I am still stuck in between 2 options, one would be the Speed MP and the other the Ezone 100. The strings I will use will be Wilson NXT multifilament. My level is beginner to Intermediate. My height is 194cm and 105kg. I play a lot from the baseline very agressive, extreme eastern grip and I hit more flat shots than with spin, and i also need a racquet to help me with my server as well because this is my weakspot! What would you recommend? Thanks

[@luigin3213]

Im in the same, bought speed or Ezone?

[@predatorxct2746]

Hi! The Head Speed MP 2022 is an demanding racket? I want to buy a stable racket but not very demanding. I'm 19 years old and my tennis level is intermediate-avanced. My shots are powerful and fast and I use top spin, slice, kick, (all effects) and I don't want a racket that gives me a flat backhand, I want to flex my wrists on the backhand. I think this racket would be the correct option, or maybe the Head Extreme tour 2022 helppp

[@draconiadorian]

Great review, thank you! Please, a wuestion if you may - would a multi like the Head Velocity MLT work well on the Speed MP? If yes, at what tension?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Thank you. Head Velocity could work for the Speed MP at some higher tension like from 25-27 kg (55-60 lb). Also it depends on the thickness. For durability and control use 1.30 mm. For better feel and spin go with 1.25 mm.

[@mteca5093]

New pro version has more open string pattern then last model, can you check if older versin to see if True....also pro versin plays better with softer thinners gauge n lower tension

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Sorry, I can't check it so I'm not sure about it. Maybe it's true a that's also the reason why the racket feels like it has more free power compared to the previous two generations with Graphene 360/+ . The pro version definitely plays better with thinner gauge and softer strings to compensate the 18x20 string pattern.

[@MauserM18]

Yonex vcore pro 100 or Head speed 100 mp? Which one do you prefer?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

This is a tough one. For my style of play, probably the Speed MP is little bit better, because I'm more used to the traditional oval head shape compared to the square head shape and I like the overall feel of this racket. But this is all about practice. The transition to the Vcore Pro 100 takes some time, but if you prefer more aggressive style of play, the Vcore Pro 100 feels like it has more to offer for the pure attacker with hard shots. Feels more stable and more control oriented.

[@LarzB]

95 isn't dead, yet. Yonex vcore 95 and Dunlop cx200 tour. The Dunlop in 18x20 and 16x19. I love the cx200 tour 18x20 the most of all rackets i have tried. The width of that Dunlop is wider than the head prestige 98 18x20. So depending on the shape of the head it doesn't feel small at all.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

I think that most top players use 97-100 inch2 rackets nowadays so I meant it from that perspective. The professional game is too fast for 95 inch rackets today. At the amateur level, it may be different, because we have more time for shots so we can actually benefit from the smaller headsize a lot more. I would love to test the Dunlop rackets in the future as they look like a hidden gem that is on the similar level like Head Prestige and Pro Staff rackets.

[@LarzB]

@@CzechTennisGuy the cx200 tour really is a hidden gem, but only if you know how to customize it to your liking. Base swing weight of my 3x cx200 tour 18x20 were around 314, which is really too low for a 95 inch head size. But a perfect start for customization. A 325+ swing weight is the minimum for those rackets

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@LarzB 314 is really low for this headsize. Looks like a great racket to customize. It is also very flexible with 62 RA. It will be very whippy. It looks similar to the Prestige Tour, but the Dunlop rackets have wider head shape in the mid section for better spin and bigger sweetspot as you mentioned. Need to get hands on one of these.

[@LarzB]

@@CzechTennisGuy exactly, but to temper some expectations: the cx200 tour doesn't give any power for free from the frame. Power can only be acquired by increasing swing weight and lowering string tension. It also is not the spin monster like a babolat aero, but the razor thin beam small head and fairly wide sweet spot makes it a razor through the air for good vertical head speed and spin. Everything else is just fantastic in the right custom. Mine are 332 swing weight, 31,0 balance and static weight close to 350, which makes these sticks monster frames. For the best compromise get the 16x19, for the best control the 18x20 I also have other rackets in my bag that i like: gravity pro, synergy 98, ezone 98, extreme tour, vcore duelg 97 and others..

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@Larz B It looks like you have a racket for every day in a week 😉

[@hernangarciareynoso]

hi man, grat video...would you say the mp is an arm friendly racquet? I use to play old liquidmetal instinct, then radicals and prestiges. Needed more power so I switched to a youtek mp, 315 18x20, and its killing my arm, that racquet is dead (at 42lb hybrid setup)...thinking of getting a 16x19 patern confort racquet

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hi, thank you. I would say the MP version is neutral in terms of arm comfort. You can feel the racket at times. I assume you want to stick with Head frames. I liked the feel from the Gravity series. Pretty flexible frame. Loads of power and stability. MP/Tour version should be fine.

[@hernangarciareynoso]

@@CzechTennisGuy thanks man!!!

[@hernangarciareynoso]

@@CzechTennisGuy not necessarily head...just looking for a confortable racquet. My radicals 18x20 have no enough power, little switspot...tried the speed 18x20 youtek and more power but also difficult to play...I was thinking in opening the string pattern a bit looking for more switspot and confort...could be head or any other...blades i think are nice too...

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Blades are nice, flexible, great feel. If you want something similar to Prestige, Pro Staff or Blades, go for the Artengo TR960 Control Tour 16x19 or 18x20. Great racket if you customize it little bit. Check out my full review for more info: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIeqgJKFYsetp6s

[@TheodorosKolokotronis799]

Which is your current main racquet ? Radical MP is my favourite current head favourite stick but i need more free power. I didn’t like boom pro…. couldn’t gel with its beam and feel. Extreme tour is super fast but even with lead too low powered for my taste. Previous speed mp was good in terms of power but it has a hollow feel. Extreme mp way too power and a little bit stiff. I play with blade v5 98s 18x16 version……

[@CzechTennisGuy]

My current rackets are still the older Tecnifibre TFight XTC 295 from 2019. They are like Pure Drives, but little bit easier to swing with. Great power, great stability and feel. You should probably stay with the Blades. The V8's are great. Very easy to play with and still they have enough of everything for people that constantly improve their tennis.

[@TheodorosKolokotronis799]

@@CzechTennisGuy V8s don’t have the free power of V5s and V4s. I am currently testing auxetic speed mp. What a solid offering after all these years of hollow graphene. Amazing all around stick. I am super impressed. I did try isoflex 305 18x19….. not very impressed. RS is more plush. And XTC had more power.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@TheodorosKolokotronis799 Yep, I like the Auxetic feel, too. Good power and much better comfort/feel than from the two previous generations.

[@TheodorosKolokotronis799]

@@CzechTennisGuy the funny thing is that unlike you i hated boom pro. I didn’t have control and didn’t like the way this mold swings through the air. On the other hand what a great overall racquet speed mp is. A perfect stick for tournaments. Seriously it does most things good. They nailed it. I strung it with lynx tour 1.25 champagne :)

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@TheodorosKolokotronis799 The thing with Speed MP is that for me it is quite demanding after like 2 hours and in a season I play few very long tournament matches over 2 hours and I need a racket that will stay with me until the very end of the match without struggling with it's weight. I'm just too weak for these frames with my 67 kg of weight.

[@reddevil211287]

Nice court! I wish they had coverings like that in the UK, as it's bloody windy and rainy everyday, and I don't get to play enough :(

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Thanks! Oh, really? You don't have these bubbles in the UK? In the Czech Republic it is a common way how to cover a court for the winter. We have even bigger bubbles for 3 courts. It takes like 2 days to build it and you need about 15-20 people for that job and one expert who knows exactly what to do. We do it every season.

[@rich.e]

You're welcome ☕

[@DannyAce47]

Really good review you have my upvote! Can you recommend a specific string setup for the MP?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Thank you. Just try any softer shaped poly with good feel and touch. I think Head Lynx Touch or Head Hawk Touch in this racket will work great. I recommend Tecnifibre Black Code 1.28 mm at 24/23 kg.

[@marceloikezaki]

Hey, nice review. I'm low intermediate player and I'm struggling with my Radical MP (2021) I've been using almost a year. I think my level asks to back 100sq racquets. I'm looking for a racquet easy to play with, stable and delivers a little more power than Radical. Do you think the new Speed MP or Vcore Pro 100 could be good for me? what about Ezone 100? Thanks, man

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Thank you. It depends on what type of player you are. Write me some more details about your playstyle, if you're a baseliner or attacker, do you play flat or with more spin etc. Btw. how old are you, how tall and heavy are you? All this details can make a huge difference in racket choice.

[@marceloikezaki]

@@CzechTennisGuy ok. I'm a baseliner and my shots are btw spin and flat, but more spin shots . sometime I like to approach and volley. Im 33 years old, 1,75 meters, 72kg (in brazil we use kilos and meters),

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@marceloikezaki I think the Vcore Pro 100 could be a great choice. Definitely racket for flat/spin hitters and very stable on the volleys. Precision is also above average. String it little bit lower to gain some extra free power. The next option could be the Extreme MP racket from Head. More spin, more power and great feel overall. If you want a racket for fast and free swing with big sweetspot and nice approach to spin, go for the Boom MP or Pro version. It is a really fun racket to play without any worries. Although it might feel that is actually a little bit underpowered compared to other rackets with more head heavy balance. You must swing really fast with the Boom rackets to take advantage of them.

[@marceloikezaki]

@@CzechTennisGuy thanks, man. you helped a lot

[@marceloikezaki]

@@CzechTennisGuy about Vcore Pro 100, power comes easily like Speed MP and Extreme MP or need a long swing? I ask because Radical MP is a little meddium/low power to me

[@tan5255]

How would you customize the Speed MP?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

I wouldn't. For me Speed MP is one of those perfect rackets in the stock form.

[@asgard420]

Are the speed mp more controlled than ezone 100 2022? Or should i get the pro version for more control

[@CzechTennisGuy]

The Speed Pro version is definitely a better racket for control, but it lacks the free power because of the 18x20 string pattern. I recommend you get a Boom Pro with 98 inch headsize and 16x19 string pattern. It feels like something between Speed MP and Speed Pro with much easier swing control. I can't compare it to the Ezone 100 2022 as I didn't test it out.

[@jaskiratsinghpanesar1902]

Please compare two racquets for me. Head gravity tour vs 360+ Prestige tour. Both have same weight and SW and only one string difference in string pattern. Which one is more powerful and stable from these??? ACC to CPI of head prestige is more powerful but I don't think so 🤔🤔 Thanks

[@CzechTennisGuy]

There is a big difference between these two rackets. The Prestige Tour 2021 (previously called Pro) is a 95 inch headsize and 315 g unstrung weight. SW is 338. Overall power and stability of this racket is higher, precision will be also a little bit better due to the smaller head, although it's a 16x19 pattern. Gravity Tour will be easier to play with and more forgiving, with more free power. Precision is also very good for this headsize due to the 18x20 string pattern, but will be little bit worse compared to the Prestige Tour. For me personally the Gravity Tour is much playable racket for todays modern fast paced tennis with bigger sweetspot and better playability.

[@jaskiratsinghpanesar1902]

@@CzechTennisGuy no, I was talking about 305 gm version of prestige actually. It's prestige graphene 360+ tour

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@jaskiratsinghpanesar1902 I see. These two rackets are really close to each other, but I think the Prestige will have a little bit better precision due to the smaller and narrower head. The Gravity rackets have wider headshape and bigger sweetspot overall, so they have better spin access a little bit more forgiving hit zone. Prestige has a classic oval headshape but the 18/19 string pattern will give the racket some power/spin boost. Overall I think the Gravity could be more powerful but Prestige will be more control oriented with better stability.

[@abcd-fs2de]

I can not compare but I have Prestige Tour 360+ and it is awesome racquet if you swing big. If you have a lazy day or the oponent is trong then the ball is short. I feel like you have to put a lot of power to not be pushed. Precision is awesome as well as touch shots and slice. Spin is also really nice but net clearence is substantionaly lower comapred to 16x19 pattern. And I love to server with this racquet. You get a lot of power, spin and precision.

[@comissaria]

Great review. Enjoyed all the tips and point of views. Could you review some Princes racquets , such phantom 100p, txt tour 100p ? Thank you

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Thank you. Sadly I don't have access to any Prince rackets so I can't review them, for now.

[@benjaminjensen111]

I weigh 98 kilo and pretty strong. So the Pro should do fine for me I guess.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

The Pro shouldn't be a problem for you if you can swing and you have the skill, too.

[@marcusbarnes5929]

What is the size 100" squared ?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

100 inch2 = 645 cm2, it's the head size.

[@MohamedAhmed-th8kl]

I used previous speed MP 300 gm then changed to prestige pro 2021 -320 gm with prestige I got more power and serve better but heavy for me for baseline strokes especially slice and one hand backhand so I back to Speed Mp again in second time using it after prestige 320 i felt Mp is light 🤣 needed more weight so I added 10 gm lead tape at 3,9 position so i felt more comfortable so speed mp after adding 10 gm more lovely So advise me Speed pro 2022 with 310 gm or mp with 300 gm ? I am confused I’d like to play with Mp as spin easy and light wight can be modified But Speed pro seems to me perfect with 310 gm but worry may be spin difficult 18X20 pattern and more swing weight So what do you think is better for me Mp Or pro ? Thanks

[@CzechTennisGuy]

And what about Boom Pro? It feels like a perfect blend of Speed MP and Speed Pro for me. It has everything. Similar feel, very good stability, great on volleys and slices and even 16x19 pattern, but smaller headsize 98 inches, that adds to the precision. Don't bother with Speed Pro as it really lacks the spin and you won't get it from it unless you change how you play dramatically. Go for the Boom Pro and you won't regret it.

[@MohamedAhmed-th8kl]

​@@CzechTennisGuy I thought about it before boom seems to be a great choice . but I'd preferer speed MP or Pro speed pro feels too heavy swing or not ? 10 gm extra in pro makes it too heavy ?

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@MohamedAhmed-th8kl The biggest problem with Pro is the string pattern I believe. 18x20 is for most people too hard to hit with and too hard to play top spin with. Especially on the double handed backhand. The weight is ok If you can handle it for 2+ hours. For me it's a combination of too heavy frame and string pattern that requires you to do everything right to make the racket work for you. There is not much room for excuses and bad hits out of the sweetspot. So MP is a much more easy playing racket for me and for most club level people I believe.

[@MohamedAhmed-th8kl]

@@CzechTennisGuy thanks bro 😍 Yes you’re right 100% no excuse for bad hit . You have to create your own power and spin but positive side makes me more focus and ready to prepare early to any shot that’s my experience with prestige pro 320 gm Any thanks too much 🥰 There is no perfect racquet you must lose some benefit and gain others So Before my finial decision I will compare between boom and speed Pro Speed MP easy and more power But lacks my serve and uncontrolled power ( you can fix it by control string ) So boom pro or speed pro let’s have some time of thinking before buying Appreciated your effort 🥰🥰🥰

[@benjaminjensen111]

auxetic tech= the harder you strike the ball - the stiffer the yoke will be...its not a flex thing in traditional sence. ....the racket meets hard fast ball then racket react by being more stiff

[@andrehalim469]

Nice and unique review. Brutally honest. I have last year's pro, is it worth it to upgrade to the auxetic? Or not much difference? Thanks.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Thank you. It depends how are you satisfied with the previous generation. These new Speeds are little bit easier to pick up and play with. At the same time I believe they have better overall feel and touch, with little bit more free power. For me they are more fun rackets comapred to the Graphene 360+ versions.

[@andrehalim469]

@@CzechTennisGuy thanks for your input.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

@@andrehalim469 You're welcome.

[@jorged4763]

Hi , great review ! , very objective . I am playing with the previous team version , graphene 360 S (285 gr) great on the serve, maneuverability and power but not too much stability and control. I am tempted to change for the MP new version in order to get better control but I am not sure about power. I am 55 y, 73 kg , 175 cm tall with arm and elbow minor issues (for now) . I play doubles 2-3 times a week and singles 1-2 times a week. Do you think will be to heavy the MP for me? . I am not clear in pros and cons . I used to play with a Vcore 98 L (285 gr as well) but I changed due lack of power. I noticed there is a significant difference in the MP version swingweight and Team version but honestly I don’t know how affects the playability. In summary, do you think the change will contributes to improve my game or the opposite?. Thanks for your help . Greetings form Uruguay.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Hi Jorge and thank you for your comment. The MP versions of Head rackets are basically great for any male player. I believe you can handle it very well without getting in too much trouble. The benefits of the higher weight are greater than the side effects. Especially for doubles you will notice the extra stability and power. Usually the doubles have significantly shorter rallies so you will have no problem to control the racket during the whole match. Especially the new Speeds feel little bit easier to handle than the previous generations, feel faster and easier to control. Comfort is very good and you will gain more power. Maybe you will struggle with the racket during longer singles, but you will get use to it. If I can handle it with my 67 kg, you will be perfectly ok. Go for the MP and enjoy it. One more extra tip from me. Buy the racket with a grip 2 and add one overgrip. You will gain more feel and the racket will be more control oriented.

[@jorged4763]

@@CzechTennisGuy thanks a ton !!, I’ll try

[@level_00]

Speed mp rulz

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Yeah, the 2022 Speed MP was great. But for 2024, the new king is the PRO version. It's fantastic.

[@Mikele-ez2jw]

@@CzechTennisGuy So better the 2022 MP than the new 2024?

[@ayokay123]

Matte rhymes with fat. Nice review.

[@CzechTennisGuy]

Thank you for this advice. I will keep it in my mind for the future.