Head 2010 Squash Catalogue

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HEAD

squash Guide 2010

THE POWER OF YOU

New racquets for the rebels.

Prepare to set the court on fire.

Rachael Grinham Australia

Natalie Grinham Australia

Adrian Grant England

Azlan Iskandar Malaysia

Karim Darwish Egypt

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AMplify Yourself PREPARE TO INCREASE YOUR POSSIBILITIES.

Technologies get individual.

YouTek™ combines superior technologies to perfectly match your individual needs. Whether your game is aggressive and adventurous or consistent and smooth, YouTek™ enhances your performance and brings out the best in you.

TECHNOLOGY

CORRUGATED TECHNOLOGY ™

REWARD YOUR SPONTANEITY WITH d3o™.

HEAD lay-up with smart material. d3o™ belongs to the “smart materials” category and is a futuristic material with abnormal behavior characteristics. More specifically, d3o™ belongs to a subcategory of “dilatant foams,” which dramatically change their behavior under dynamic loading or impact. Integrated in the lay-up and positioned in the shaft area of the racquet, d3o™ offers new possibilities for squash players.

The d3o™ technology is able to sense the needs of the players during different strokes (it’s able to adapt to you). On high-speed impacts (aggressive shots), the smart molecules lock together within nanoseconds and dramatically increase the stiffness of the whole racquet frame to provide maximum power. On slow-speed impacts (slices or drop shots), the d3o™ molecules absorb the impact to provide a softer touch for better feel.

What does this mean to a squash player? Power shots are even harder and drop shots more precise, rewarding your spontaneity and supporting your courageous decisions.

On Hard impact

On soft impact

REDUCE YOUR FRICTION TO BOOST YOUR POWER. HEAD grommets with Teflon® friction-reducing polymer.

Friction is a force that holds back the movement of a string when it comes into contact with a grommet. The new HEAD grommets with Teflon® frictionreducing polymer create a self-lubricating effect in the base material, allowing the strings to slide through the grommets with nearly no friction for much less energy loss and much more power.

HEAD grommets with Teflon® friction-reducing polymer.

The Teflon® friction-reducing polymer provides a low-friction contact surface, enabling the strings to slide through the grommets with nearly no friction.

Moving without resistance, the strings maintain their energy during ball impact, providing more power . During the stringing process, the Teflon® friction-reducing polymer in the grommet system provides even and con­sistent tension.

The HEAD grommet system takes away the friction between the grommet and string, resulting in true tension and a larger sweet spot!

With TEFLON® polymer

Conventional grommets.

Friction is present between the grommet and the string providing some degree of resistance during ball impact, resulting in energy loss and less power.

Without TEFLON® polymer Teflon® is a registered trademark of DuPont® and is used under license by HEAD Sport GmbH.

coRRugated ™ technology A REVOlUTIONARY NEW ShAFT dESIgN

HEADs Corrugated Technology™ is a revolutionary new shaft design that optimizes power, torsion, bending and handling on every stroke.

CORRUGATED TECHNOLOGY ™ How does it work?

Corrugated rails are incorporated into the shaft of the racquet, creating up to 12% more stiffness than conventional racquet design.

Conventional Racquet Design

Corrugated Technology™

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BRAVE ANY POWER SHOT SCAVENGER World´s no. 1 squash player Karim Darwish challenges everything with his new HEAD

Xenon 135 racquet.

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The brand-new Youtek™ Series State-of-the-art racquets for any kind of player.

The YouTek™ racquet series comes with smart material d3o™, which adapts to anything and amplifies everything. Powerful shots become more explosive and touch shots even more accurate.

So no matter what kind of player you challenge, you can take on anybody — anytime.

Art. no.

Type Technology Cross S. Head Size Frame Weight Balance String String Pattern

Cyano 115

Xenon 135

Neon 130

The Cyano 115 Teardrop offers optimum power performance on every stroke. It is the ultimate weapon for the ambitious squash player.

The Xenon 135 is Karim Darwish’s weapon of choice. It offers the perfect blend of control, power and comfort.

This Neon 130 racquet offers outstanding power with great maneuverability and comfort. It is an excellent racquet for players looking for extra power within a Quadro-shaped racquet.

213001 Power Racquet HEAD YouTek™ – d3o™/Teflon®polymer/CT™ 20 mm 500 cm2 115 g 365 mm Evolution Pro 12/17

213011 Control Racquet HEAD YouTek™ – d3o™/Teflon®polymer/CT™ 16.5—20 mm 460 cm2 135 g 370 mm Evolution Pro 14/16

213021 Power Racquet HEAD YouTek™ – d3o™/Teflon®polymer/CT™ 16.5—20 mm 500 cm2 130 g 370 mm Evolution Pro 16/17

AN EYE for talent The well-known squash expert Paul Selby is HEAD’s pro player scout and service person. Paul provides excellent support and service to the HEAD Squash family and is always searching for young, up-coming stars.

Anion 135 The Anion 135 Teardrop is a slightly heavier version of the Cyano 115. It comes with a 335 mm balance point for great maneuverability.

Art. no.

Type Technology Cross S. Head Size Frame Weight Balance String String Pattern

213031 Power Racquet HEAD YouTek™ – d3o™/Teflon®polymer/CT™ 20 mm 500 cm2 135 g 335 mm Evolution Pro 12/17

Argon 155

Cerium 150

The “big brother” of the Xenon 135 is a marginally heavier racquet with a lower balance of 335 mm for optimum control and great maneuverability.

The heavier version of the Neon 130 offers great power and maneuverability due to its lower balance point of 335 mm.

213041 Control Racquet HEAD YouTek™ – d3o™/Teflon®polymer/CT™ 16.5—20 mm 460 cm2 155 g 335 mm Evolution Pro 14/16

213051 Power Racquet HEAD YouTek™ – d3o™/Teflon®polymer/CT™ 16.5—20 mm 500 cm2 150 g 335 mm Evolution Pro 16/17

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CORRUGATED TECHNOLOGY™ OPTIMUM POWER ON EVERY STROKE. With up to 12% more stiffness, the CT™ racquets provide optimized power, superior torsion and handling that can be felt on every stroke.

Art. no.

Type Technology Cross S. Head Size Frame Weight Balance String String Pattern

135 CT™

155 Vector CT™

150 CT™

Offering the well-known CT™ technology, this racquet has it all: power, control and comfort.

This quadro-shaped racquet guarantees the optimum mix of control and maneuverability.

Featuring CT™ technology and a head size of 500 cm2, this racquet incorporates ultimate power and great maneuverability.

215001 Power Racquet Corrugated Technology™ 20 mm 500 cm2 135 g 335 mm Perfect Power 12/17

215011 Control Racquet Corrugated Technology™ 18—22 mm 460 cm2 155 g 335 mm Perfect Power 14/16

215021 Power Racquet Corrugated Technology™ 18—22 mm 500 cm2 150 g 335 mm Perfect Power 16/17

MICROGEL™

Metallix™

THE COMPETITIVE EDGE.

The great Performers.

HEAD’s proven MicroGel™ technology gives these racquets amazing responsive qualities for incredible touch and power.

Advanced game improvement racquets with outstanding power and great control.

Art. no.

Type Technology Cross S. Head Size Frame Weight Balance String Pattern

MicroGel™ Focus

Metallix™ Reflex

Metallix™ Intruder

Metallix™ Demon

The MG Focus provides a perfect mix of power and control.

The full graphite construction guarantees extra pop on every shot.

This new Teardrop construction features the Metallix™ technology for great power.

Featuring the well known Metallix™ technology and a 12/17 Power Pattern this racquet provides outstanding power.

With its 12/17 string pattern, this graphite composite racquet offers great power and maneuverability.

216001 Power Racquet HEAD MicroGel™ 20 mm 495 cm2 150 g 320 mm 12/17 Power Pattern

219001 Power Racquet HEAD Metallix™ 17 mm 500 cm2 160 g 360 mm 12/17 Power Pattern

219011 Power Racquet HEAD Metallix™ 17 mm 500 cm2 160 g 365 mm 12/17 Power Pattern

219021 Power Racquet HEAD Metallix™ 17 mm 500 cm2 170 g 360 mm 12/17 Power Pattern

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PCT

Nano Titanium™

Stepping up the power.

HEAD has taken their Nano Titanium fiber a step further. The result is a smoother, stiffer surface that provides a livelier feel for ultimate touch and extraordinary power.

Art. no.

Type Technology Cross S. Head Size Frame Weight Balance String Pattern

Extra power and performance.

These racquets provide excellent maneuverability and power in all game situations.

PCT Conquest

PCT Sonic

Nano Ti.Master

Nano Ti.Junior

New Quadro construction which brings the professional in-line design of the Xenon 135 into the PCT line.

The PCT Sonic features the plasma-coated technology, guaranteeing a livelier feel for ultimate touch on every stroke.

This alloy construction with a fancy design is the ideal racquet for beginners.

This racquet incorporates nano technology for better performance—reduced racquet length for easier handling.

211001 Power Racquet Plasma-Coated Technology 17 mm 485 cm2 190 g 305 mm 12/17

211011 Power Racquet Plasma-Coated Technology 19 mm 485 cm2 190 g 310 mm 14/19

212001 Power Racquet Nano Titanium 19 mm 485 cm2 195 g 315 mm 14/19

212011 Power Racquet Nano Titanium 18 mm 485 cm2 185 g 285 mm 14/19

Packs READY FOR THE COURT. Top-quality HEAD equipment is ideal for both beginners and advanced players.

Art. no.

Type Technology Cross S. Head Size Frame Weight Balance String Pattern

Cyano 115Jr. Pack

PCT Elite Pack

Nano Ti.Power Pack

The perfect pack for the ambitious stars of tomorrow contains a full graphite racquet, 2 tournament balls (Single Yellow Dot) and the "Impulse" eyewear.

Top-quality equipment for beginners and advanced players. This pack contains 1 graphite composite racquet, 2 championship balls (Double Yellow Dot) and the "Impulse" Eyewear.

A great pack for beginners that comes with an alloy racquet, 2 tournament balls (Single Yellow Dot) and the "Impulse" eyewear.

210031 Power Racquet Full Graphite 20 mm 500 cm2 115 g 360 mm 12/17

211021 Power Racquet Plasma-Coated Technology 17 mm 485 cm2 190 g 305 mm 12/17

212021 Power Racquet Nano Titanium 19 mm 485 cm2 195 g 315 mm 14/19

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Color legend

Accessories SUPERIOR MATERIAlS, SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE.

Black

Blue

Orange

White

Red

White/Black

Silver

Yellow

Yellow/Black

Red/Black

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Only premium materials are used for HEAD strings, grips and overwraps to ensure maximum performance in all game situations.

BALLS

STRINgS

HEAD squash balls provide superior quality and consistency that players can count on.

Evolution Pro™

PerfectPower™

Art. No. 281209

Art. No. 281085

HEAD’s new high-end string offers a great blend of power, touch and control for outstanding playability and durability.

Length: 10 m/110m

The perfect string for superior power, maximum feel and added comfort. The specially engineered Anti-Abrasion coating provides extra durability.

Gauge: 1.21 mm, 1.30 mm

Length: 10 m/110m Gauge: 16/1.30 mm, 17/1.20 mm

Colors:

grips

Color:

IntelliString™

Ti.Boast

Art. No. 281041

Art. No. 281050

A string that provides an ideal blend of power, durability and feel while offering great tension maintenance.

This string with Titanium offers excellent playability and touch with great tension maintenance.

Length: 10 m

Length: 10 m

Gauge: 16/1.30 mm, 17/1.20 mm

Gauge: 16/1.30 mm, 17/1.20 mm

Championship Ball

Colors:

Art. No. 287118

Art. No. 287108

Double Yellow Dot

Single Yellow Dot

Delivered in counter displays

Delivered in counter displays

that include 12 balls.

that include 12 balls.

overwraps

Colors:

Tournament Ball

HydroSorb™

XtremeSoft™

Art. No. 285025

Art. No. 282100

Art. No. 285104

Top quality grip that provides an incredible blend of shock absorption and cushioning.

The tacky surface ensures a firm grip.

This grip combines excellent tack with great absorption and durability.

Ultra soft grip for ultimate feel and perfect absorption. Super tacky.

Colors:

Colors:

Color:

UltraTac XL™

s

Championship Ball

Tournament Ball

Art. No. 287168

Art. No. 287158

Double Yellow Dot

Single Yellow Dot

3-ball can.

3-ball can.

BAGS A gREAT MIX OF FAShION ANd FUNCTION. HEAD squash bags are constructed with top quality materials and provide many great features in a great design.

3 CCT+ is a thermal foil that helps to protect the contents of the pockets from extreme temperatures, thereby reducing the risk of damage.

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4

5

1

1

Tour Team Squash

Tour Team Squash Art. No. 283490 Volume: 70 l LxWxH: 76x31x30 Compartment for 1 — 2 racquets

2

Tour Team Backpack

Tour Team Backpack Art. No. 283240 OR, orange Art. No. 283240 SI, silver Volume: 40 l LxWxH: 35.5x48x24 cm Compartment for 1 — 2 racquets

3

Tour Team Tennis

4

Tour Team Sport

5

Tour Team Shoebag

Tour Team Tennis

Tour Team Sport

Tour Team Shoebag

Art. No. 283200 Volume: 120 l LxWxH: 85x38x38 cm Compartment for 1 — 2 racquets

Art. No. 283210 Volume: 30 l LxWxH: 64.5x28x27 cm Extra shoe and laundry bag

Art. No. 283280 Volume: 10 l LxWxH: 35x15.5x24 cm

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FOOTWEAR TECHNOLOGIES Active energy for your feet.

HEAD’s state-of-the-art footwear technologies offer an ideal blend of stability, comfort and maneuverability in all game conditions.

ral rol™

head CXG™ comfort grid

CXG™ head rt grid radial contact™

l ct™

nG m™

head coolinG system™

heaD Hybrasion™

HEAD CXG™ Comfort Grid HEAD CXg™ Comfort grid, consists of a unique interlockheaD within a herringbone headencapsulated ing coil structure resilient polyhead outsole Hybrasion™ coolinG radial system™ con tact™ form. urethane The benefits are excellent shock absorption, more comfort, decreased foot fatigue, and outstanding stability and motion control.

HEAD Radial Contact™ HEAD Radial Contact™ Outsole Technology ensures a constant point of traction, providing optimal stability heaD head herringbone outsole Hybrasion™ coolinG ™ system with maximum flexibility and maneuverability for exceptional performance.

HEAD Cooling System™ provides state-of-the-art moisture management; creating a dynamic “climate control” system within the heaD herringbone outsole Hybrasion™ shoe. It maintains ultimate breathability by absorbing and releasing excess heat build-up.

HEAD HyBrasion™ is a high abrasion compound rubber formula specifically designed for the high stress areas of the soles. HEAD herringbone outsole HyBrasion™ provides superior toe drag resistance and long wearing performance on any playing surface.

Comfort Fit Insole HEAD’s performance indoor shoes are soft-last constructed with a EVA in-sole ensuring a light-weight, flexible and comfortable shoe.

HEAD Support Footbed Technology is a complete system with Non-Slip cover material that provides the ultimate in comfort, support and in-shoe cushioning.

New

Eclipse Men Art. No. 272400_BLSI

Colors Blue/silver

Women’s size UK

3.5

4

4.5

5

5.5

6

6.5

7

7.5

8

9

US

5.5

6

6.5

7

7.5

8

8.5

9

9.5

10

11

EU

36

36.5

37

38

38.5

39

40

40.5

41

42

43

JP

22.5

23

23.5

24

24.5

25

25.5

26

26.5

27

28

MEN’S size UK

4.5

5

5.5

6

6.5

7

7.5

8

8.5

9

9.5

10

10.5

11

11.5

12

13

US

5.5

6

6.5

7

7.5

8

8.5

9

9.5

10

10.5

11

11.5

12

12.5

13

14

EU

37

38

38.5

39

40

40.5

41

42

42.5

43

44

44.5

45

46

46.5

47

48.5

JP

23.5

24

24.5

25

25.5

26

26.5

27

27.5

28

28.5

29

29.5

30

30.5

31.5

32

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d y rgy ge™ ™

Footwear A winning game starts with a good foundation.

top level

head head Lateral Lateral ™ ™ control control

mid level

Eclipse

Legend

Every powerful player needs a powerful footwork. Therefore, HEAD developed the ultimate performance shoe —the new Eclipse Men! Its Vi-Pod™ technology not only absorbs the impact energy, but also efficiently distributes it on the entire foot for fast and powerful step sequences. And while you’re putting this shoe through its paces, lateral TPU elements and the main material – breathable mesh – guarantee enormous stability and a perfect foot climate. In brief: the HEAD Eclipse Men no longer accepts any excuses.

The combination of the best features of its predecessors makes the new HEAD Legend. It delivers exceptional agility on the court and its light, supportive design bundles power directly to the court for incredibly quick moves. The HEAD Legend is specifically designed for the requirements of high performance indoor court sports giving you great traction and cushioning. Especially for indoor sports HEAD developed a new last and a non-slip material which ensure perfect fit and performance like never before.

Upper: Breathable mesh with R22, “HEAD Frame” and “Head Brace Support”

for perfect protection and (foot)hold Lining: Breathable and quick-drying mesh, adaptable foam in the tongue and

heel area Outsole: non-marking rubber sole, molded EVA midsole, HEAD Vi-Pod™

technology, HEAD Energy Bridge™, HEAD CXG Comfort Grid

Upper: Advanced fit system with TPU moulded straps for optimal

fit & high-end synthetic leather upper combined with air mesh Lining: Air mesh and highly responsive tongue and heel foam Outsole: Non marking rubber outsole, moulded EVA midsole, TPU shank

head head CXG CXG ™ ™ head head comfort comfort grid grid radial radial con con tact tact ™ ™

head head coolinG coolinG ™ ™ system system

heaD heaD herringbone herringbone outsole Hybrasion™ Hybrasion™outsole

Eclipse Men Art. No. 272400_WHSI 272400_BLSI

head head Lateral Lateral ™ ™ control control

head head CXG CXG ™ ™ head head comfort comfort grid grid radial radial con con tact tact ™ ™

head head coolinG coolinG ™ ™ system system

heaD heaD herringbone herringbone outsole Hybrasion™ Hybrasion™outsole

Legend Men Colors White/silver Blue/silver

Eclipse Woman Art. No. 272420_WHGO

Head Head Head Head Energy Energy Vi-pod™ Vi-pod™ Technology Technology bridge bridge ™ ™

Colors White/gold

Art. No.

Colors

272000_BHYW

Black/yellow

mid level

entry level

Genesis

Evolution

If you’ve got the dedication to the game, we have the right shoe for you. The HEAD Genesis is designed specifically for the requirements of high performance indoor court sports giving you great traction and cushioning. Precisely located mesh parts maximize breathability and reduces weight for best manoeuvrability.

Especially for indoor sports HEAD developed a new last which ensures perfect fit and performance like never before. To support quick moves this shoe offers a TPU shank which provides great stability.

HEAD Evolution, a bold new design that is sure to stand out on any court. It’s a great lightweight indoor court shoe for multiple court activities with impressive air mesh uppers which offer maximum breathability. The soft mesh lining ensures that this shoe is as comfortable as it is fast. This shoe is designed to get you to your goals and beyond your own evolution.

Upper: High-end PU leather upper Lining: Breathable air mesh linings Outsole: Non marking rubber outsole, moulded EVA midsole

Head Vi-pod™ Technology

head head Lateral Lateral ™ ™ control control

head head CXG CXG ™ ™ head head comfort comfort grid grid radial radial con con tact tact ™ ™

head head coolinG coolinG ™ ™ system system

Head Head Energy Vi-pod™ Technology bridge ™

Head head Energy Lateral bridge™ ™ control

Upper: PU upper Lining: Breathable air mesh linings Outsole: Non-marking rubber outsole, molded EVA midsole

head head head CXG™ head head head CXG™ comfort comfort grid coolinG Lateral grid radial radial ™ ™ system control™ contact™ contact

heaD head Hybrasion™ coolinG system™

heaD herringbone outsole Hybrasion™

herringbone outsole

heaD heaD herringbone herringbone outsole Hybrasion™ Hybrasion™outsole

Evolution Men Art. No. 272020_BKWH

Genesis Woman Art. No. 272040_BKCB

Colors Black/cyan blue

Colors Black/white

Evolution Women Art. No. 272050_WHRD

Colors White/red

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