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HEAD Radical PRO EX15 pickleball paddle
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HEAD Radical PRO EX15 Review

Elongated raw-carbon paddle with a three-layer TRIFLEX core
The extended-shape version of HEAD's flagship Radical, with the TRIFLEX Versatility Core and a Micro-Forged Raw Carbon face. HEAD builds it for aggressive players who want reach and power with control.
8.7/10Research score
Power9.5
Control8
Spin9.5
Sweet spot7.75
$199.95Price when last checked on September 30, 2026. Prices change often.
By Dan
Updated
At a glance

Quick Specifications

Weight
8.5 oz (240 g)
Length
16.5 in
Width
7.4 in
Grip length
5.5 in
Grip circumference
4.125 in
Core thickness
15 mm
Core material
TRIFLEX Versatility Core: polypropylene honeycomb center, EPP foam perimeter, EVA foam shell
Surface material
Micro-Forged T700 raw carbon
Shape
Elongated
Balance
Balance point 9.1 in (230 mm); swing and twist weight not published
USA Pickleball status
Yes. The Radical PRO EX15 (added 10/22/2025) is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (checked 2026-09-30).

Specifications come from the manufacturer; our sources are listed with each review. Research scores follow our editorial policy. Always confirm USA Pickleball approval on the official list before tournament play.

Research summary

Our Review

Power

9.5/10

On our spec-based scale it rates 9.5 for power: a 15 mm core, an 8.5 oz weight and an elongated 16.5 in face add power.

Control

8/10

A 15 mm core and raw carbon face give it a control rating of 8 on our scale. At 8.5 oz it sits above the weight range our scale rewards for control.

Spin

9.5/10

Its Micro-Forged Raw Carbon face and elongated shape give it a spin rating of 9.5. HEAD says the raw, uncoated surface grips the ball for spin; it doesn't describe a separate branded texture coating, so it scores as a standard textured surface on our scale.

Sweet spot

7.75/10

A 7.4 in face and 15 mm core give it a sweet-spot rating of 7.75. HEAD says the TRIFLEX core's foam layers expand the sweet spot, which our scale doesn't measure directly.

Maneuverability

At 8.5 oz (240 g) it is on the heavier side, with a 9.1 in balance point. HEAD doesn't publish a swing weight for this model, though it says the elongated shape raises swing weight.

Stability

HEAD says the EPP foam perimeter stabilizes the honeycomb core. It doesn't publish twist weight for this model.

Build quality

HEAD's TRIFLEX Versatility Core puts a polypropylene honeycomb at the center, supported by an EPP foam perimeter and an EVA foam outer shell that HEAD says lets the core flex on impact. The Micro-Forged Raw Carbon face is uncoated for grip on the ball, and a PU-inlaid Ergo Grip is designed to damp vibration. HEAD doesn't publish US warranty terms for its paddles, so check with HEAD or your retailer.

Feel

HEAD's website shows two customer reviews, both 5 out of 5: one reviewer praises the balance of pace and placement, and another, a former tennis player, calls it the best paddle they have used. Two reviews are too few to show a pattern, so we haven't adjusted any rating.

Fit

Who Is This Paddle For?

  • Aggressive advanced players who want reach
  • Former tennis players
  • Players with two-handed backhands (5.5 in handle)
  • Players who want a larger sweet spot should look at the Radical PRO15

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Strong power and spin on our scale (9.5 / 9.5)
  • TRIFLEX Versatility Core with foam perimeter and shell
  • Long 5.5 in handle for two-handed shots
  • USA Pickleball approved

Cons

  • Smaller sweet-spot rating (7.75) from a 7.4 in face
  • Heavier (8.5 oz), which lowers its control rating
  • No published warranty terms on HEAD's US site
  • Only two customer reviews so far
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Radical PRO EX15 and the Radical PRO15?

Per HEAD, they share the TRIFLEX Versatility Core and Micro-Forged Raw Carbon face. The PRO EX15 has an extended shape and a 5.5 in handle for reach and power; the PRO15 has a wider, more rectangular face and a 5 in handle for maneuverability and a larger sweet spot.

Is the HEAD Radical PRO EX15 tournament legal?

Yes. The Radical PRO EX15 (added 10/22/2025) is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (checked 2026-09-30).

The bottom line

Final Summary

Best features

Strong power and spin from an elongated raw carbon paddle with HEAD's three-layer TRIFLEX core.

Potential drawbacks

A narrow face and smaller sweet-spot rating, extra weight and no published warranty terms.

Ideal player

An aggressive advanced player who wants reach and pace from an elongated raw carbon paddle.

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$199.95Price when last checked on September 30, 2026. Prices change often.
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