Head HBOMPA New

Head Boom MP 2026 Purple Racket

Series: Boom

$259.00

Reference price as of June 2026 Not a live offer

This plush and speedy racket gets updated with Hy-Bor Technology for 2026.

Frame specs

Head Size	100in²
String Pattern	16x19
Length	Standard
Strung Weight	11oz / 312g
Balance	12.79in / 32.49cm / 6 pts HL
Swingweight	316
Stiffness	61
Beam Width	23mm / 24mm / 22mm
Composition	Boron/Auxetic 2/Graphene Inside/Graphite
Power Level	Low-Medium
Stroke Style	Medium-Full
Swing Speed	Medium-Fast
Racket Colors	Purple!
Grip Type	Hydrosorb Pro
String Pattern Detail	16 Mains / 19 Crosses
String Tension	48-57 pounds

Where to buy

Tennis Warehouse

What players say

Liked 4 sources

Reviewers agree the 2026 Boom MP keeps Head's easy-power, high-spin identity while feeling slightly more solid than before thanks to the new Hy-Bor layup. The main knock across every review is stability: at 295g the frame gets pushed around by heavy pace on returns and against big serves, so it suits players who generate their own pace more than defensive counterpunchers.

Best for

Intermediate to strong 4.0 players
Doubles and net play
Players who want easy depth and spin
Arm-friendly comfort seekers

Pros

Very easy power with effortless depth on a compact swing
Large sweet spot, forgiving of mishits
Excellent, near-effortless spin generation, especially on second serves
Comfortable, flexible feel without being mushy
Fast swing speed and strong maneuverability

Cons

Lacks plow-through and stability against heavy pace, particularly on returns and at net
Can feel launchy if overhit; less precise than control frames
Advanced players may find stock weight too light and want to add lead tape