The 2023 Radical 170 has Head's most popular weight, it features Head's new Auxetic Technology. The 170 gram weight is a bit more mass with less weight in the head of the racquet to maximize swing speed and maneuverability. Competitive players will generate awesome power and precision with the Radical 170 Incredible power and maximum maneuverability is the backbone of the Radical Series. HEAD did trials with players, the Auxetic construction increases players' confidence in their shots as you get an enhanced feel for the ball, including when it is off-center. "If it's slightly off-center it stretches some strings more than others, and you're getting a reaction where you need it, so you're getting more feeling and control. That's feeding back to the player who can feel the shot better, and that gives them more confidence in the execution of their shot.