The Head Extreme 145 squash racket is the heaviest choice (145g) in the power series and has been made specifically for beginning club players who want stability and control. It features an oversized (495cm2) head for greater power and uses Innegra technology ensuring shock absorption and improved precision. The racket is head light balanced for speedy handling and to further increase power, it offers a teardrop head shape.
- Skill Level: Advanced Advanced players have strong technique, strategy, and positioning, moving efficiently back to the T-line after each shot. They anticipate their opponents hits, use a variety of shots to control the rally, and exploit court angles. With fewer mistakes, they apply pressure in rallies, playing with intention and patience. They use drives to build the game and create opportunities for drops and kill shots.
- Player Type: Tactical Player A strategic player who prioritizes consistency, patience, and a mix of pace and control, forcing errors by playing to the backcourt and gluing the ball to the sidewall. They attack selectively, using holds and mixing pace. Positioned deeper on the T-line, they play long rallies, minimize errors, and control the games pace. They vary their shots with lobs, holds, angle changes, boasts, cross-courts, and drop shots.
- Racquet Benefit: Extreme Power Generates more power with technically correct shots, being highly reactive and maximizing energy transfer for fast hits when accelerating the racquet. With less time feeling the ball on the strings, its adapted to the fast-paced nature of modern squash.
- Shape: Teardrop The sweetspot is slightly above the center, with longer main strings to generate more power. The larger hitting surface helps cover more balls effectively.
- Weight: Lightweight A balanced mix of power, stability, and control, making it the most versatile option. Suitable for all playing styles, it offers stability on shots while remaining maneuverable for technically correct play, making it ideal for most players.
- Balance: Head-Heavy With more weight focused at the top, this racquet delivers extra power and momentum on aggressive shots. It may take more effort to swing, but it rewards you with stronger hitsgreat for players who like to play fast and finish points quickly.
- String Bed: Longer Main Strings Deliver more power thanks to a stronger trampoline effect. The ball rebounds faster and picks up more speed off the string bed, helping you hit with greater force.
- Construction: Graphite Racquet
