Speed PWR review
Light, head-heavy and forgiving. The Speed that does the work for you.
Full specsSpeed PWR · Speed MP · Speed Pro
| Speed PWR | Speed MP | Speed Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head size | 102 sq in | 100 sq in | 100 sq in |
| Weight (unstrung) | 265 g | 295 g | 310 g |
| Weight (strung) | 288 g | 315 g | 329 g |
| Swingweight | 290 | 330 | 333 |
| Stiffness | 70 RA | 60 RA | 60 RA |
| String pattern | 16×19 | 16×19 | 18×20 |
| Balance | Head Heavy | Head Light | Head Light |
Performance
Playtest
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A light, powerful platform gives depth from short, slow swings. Forgiving and easy, but not for full pace and pinpoint accuracy.
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Very easy to swing, with free pop for little effort.
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Easy power blocks the ball back deep, though stronger hitters push it around.
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A large, forgiving sweet spot, less stable against real pace.
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The light platform is easy on the body. Keep a soft string at a lower tension; the frame itself is stiff.
+ Pros
- Maximum easy power
- Very light and easy to swing
- Large, forgiving sweet spot
- Ideal for beginners and returners
− Cons
- Limited control and stability
- Pushed around by pace
- Not for advanced players
- Launches long without controlled strokes
String for
Recommended strings
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1
52–56 lbs 23.5–25.4 kg · 1.30mm
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2
Babolat SynGut Synthetic gut Good value and durability for recreational play.53–57 lbs 24–26 kg · 1.30mm
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3
52–56 lbs 23.5–25.4 kg · 1.30mm
Who plays it
Tour frames customisedNo player in our database uses this frame.
Verdict: 8.2
The most accessible Speed: maximum easy power and forgiveness in a very light, easy-to-swing frame. More control: Speed MP. Advanced end: Speed Pro.
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FAQ
Is the Head Speed PWR good for beginners?
Yes: beginners are its target. Light, powerful and forgiving; string it softly.
Who is the Head Speed PWR best for?
Beginners, recreational players and those returning to the game who want maximum easy power.
Is the Head Speed PWR arm-friendly?
Generally, yes, with a soft string at a lower tension. Avoid a stiff poly strung high.
What string and tension is best for the Head Speed PWR?
A soft multifilament in the low-to-mid 50s lbs. Go a touch tighter if the ball flies long.
Is the Head Speed PWR a power or control racquet?
Power: the most accessible frame in the Speed line.
Head Speed PWR vs Speed MP: which should I buy?
The PWR for maximum easy power as a beginner. The MP for more control and stability as your game improves.