Head Boom Team EX Pickleball Paddle 2024
A strong option with a balanced feel and an easy learning curve.
Best for
All-court playFast handsConfident resets
Not for
Budget-first buyersPlayers who want a radically different feel
Typical price
$110
In rankings
At a glance
Strength
power
A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
Strength
control
Some feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
Our grade
Excellent
Competitive standout
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- powerA few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
- controlSome feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
What people are saying
predictable placementputaway-readybalancedall-court
Touch & Control
- Most feedback points to forgiving on soft touch.
- It tends to feel easy to place, especially in hands battles at the net.
Power
- The first impression is strong on drives.
- In real play, it shows up as punchy without feeling wild.
Overall
- Most feedback points to comfortable for most players.
- It tends to feel easy to adjust to, especially in hands battles at the net.
Phrased for clarity.
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