The Head Graphene 360 Instinct series will be released in mid-January 2019. What can we expect in terms of models, specs, and playing characteristics? Read it here!
Graphene 360
Following the Speed and Extreme racket lines, the Instinct series will now receive the Graphene 360 material update. This means that at the time of writing, only the Radical and Prestige families still feature Graphene Touch. These will undoubtedly follow later this year. The MxG series will retain Graphene Touch in combination with the magnesium bridge. In this new Instinct series, Graphene is not only applied around the throat of the racket, but also at 3, 9, and 12 o'clock in the head. According to Head, this provides additional racket(head) stability and better energy transfer from racket to ball for more power.
New Features of the Head Graphene 360 Instinct Series
Of all Head racket families, the Instinct series remains the most accessible and user-friendly. The wide 23/26/23 mm frame profiles provide plenty of power, enhanced by the 16x19 string pattern. Apart from the application of Graphene 360, not much has changed, except for the looks. The Instinct Lite has been replaced by the Instinct MP Lite with a standard 100 sq/inch head size, making it easier to 'grow into' within the same racket line.
Models and Specs of the Head Graphene 360 Instinct
Below are the models and specifications of the new Graphene 360 Instinct series.
Brand: Head
Model: Graphene 360 Instinct MP
Head size: 100 sq/inch
Weight: 300 gr
Balance: 32.0 cm
String pattern: 16x19
Length: 27 inch
RA: 65
Beam: 23/26/23 mm
Swingweight: 320
Model: Graphene 360 Instinct S
Head size: 100 sq/inch
Weight: 285 gr
Balance: 32.0 cm
String pattern: 16x19
Length: 27 inch
RA: 65
Beam: 23/26/23 mm
Swingweight: 309
Model: Graphene 360 Instinct MP Lite
Head size: 100 sq/inch
Weight: 265 gr
Balance: 34.0 cm
String pattern: 16x19
Length: 27 inch
RA: to follow
Beam: 23/26/23 mm
Swingweight: to follow
The Graphene 360 Instinct series will be completed with a PWR version. Every Head racket family has one of these versions. For completeness, here are the specs of the Head Graphene 360 Instinct PWR: 115 sq/inch, 230 grams, 37.5 cm balance, 16x19 string pattern, 27.7 inches, 29 mm beam, RA 70 with a swingweight of 314
