HEAD Radical 135 Squash Racket (2026)
The HEAD Radical 135 Squash Racket (2026) is a performance squash racket for advanced players seeking precise control with added power and stability. The conventional round head creates a defined central sweet spot, while the 460 cm² head and 14x16 string pattern support accurate shot placement. For 2026, HEAD introduces Hy-Bor technology to increase perceived stability, complementing the high-modulus carbon construction. At 135 g unstrung with a head-heavy balance, it combines manoeuvrability with useful momentum through attacking shots.
Product Technologies
- Hy-Bor: New for the 2026 Radical generation, Hy-Bor incorporates advanced fibres into the racket construction to increase perceived stability at impact, giving players a more secure response when striking with pace.
- Adaptive Fan Pattern (AFP): Allows players to choose between two string patterns
- High-Modulus Carbon: The frame uses a high-modulus carbon construction to provide the stiffness, strength and responsive performance required for advanced squash play.
Product Details:
- Player Type: Designed for advanced players.
- Round Head Shape: The conventional round head produces a clearly defined sweet spot towards the centre of the string bed, supporting manoeuvrability, control and accurate placement.
- Shorter Main Strings: The shorter main-string configuration creates a less reactive string bed, helping advanced players control rebound and direct the ball more accurately.
- Player Endorsement: Endorsed by professional squash player César Salazar.
- Colour: Black/Orange.
Staff Pro Review
The Radical 135 is a strong option for experienced players who want control without moving to an ultra-light frame. Its 135 g unstrung weight remains quick enough for attacking play, while the head-heavy balance provides extra momentum through the ball. The compact round head and shorter mains favour accuracy, with Hy-Bor adding stability when hitting hard under pressure.
FAQs
Q: What does Hy-Bor change compared with the previous Radical 135?
A: Hy-Bor is the key update for the 2026 generation. It is designed to increase perceived frame stability, giving the racket a more secure response when striking firmly while maintaining the Radical range's control-focused characteristics.
Q: Why does the Radical 135 use shorter main strings?
A: Shorter mains make the string bed less reactive, reducing excessive rebound and helping experienced players place drives, drops and attacking shots with greater precision.
Q: How does the head-heavy balance affect a 135 g racket?
A: Although the frame is relatively light, concentrating more mass towards the head increases momentum through contact. This helps generate stronger shots while retaining the manoeuvrability expected from a 135 g squash frame.
