adidas RX Team ATTK vs Head Radical Elite
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Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
adidas RX Team ATTK vs Head Radical Elite across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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The adidas RX Team ATTK's 15mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Head Radical Elite's 13mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. adidas RX Team ATTK trades a touch of maneuverability for more reach at the line; Head Radical Elite is easier to whip around in hand fights.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | adidas RX Team ATTK | Head Radical Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8–8 oz | 8.1–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Widebody |
| Core thickness | 15mm | 13mm |
| Core material | Polypropylene honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| Face material | Fiberglass composite | Fiberglass |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.25" |
| Price | $89 | $79.95 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. adidas RX Team ATTK is listed at 8 oz; Head Radical Elite at 8.1 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the adidas RX Team ATTK is 0.1 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. adidas RX Team ATTK has a 15mm core; Head Radical Elite has a 13mm core, so the adidas RX Team ATTK core is 2mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. adidas RX Team ATTK measures 16" × 8"; Head Radical Elite measures 16" × 7.88" (elongated vs widebody). Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. adidas RX Team ATTK has a 5.5" handle; Head Radical Elite has a 5.25" handle, so the adidas RX Team ATTK handle is 0.25" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. adidas RX Team ATTK lists its face as Fiberglass composite; Head Radical Elite lists Fiberglass. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
adidas RX Team ATTK
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 15mm core balances pop and control, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.
Playing style: power
Head Radical Elite
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 13mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.
Playing style: balanced
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the adidas RX Team ATTK if…
- you prize control on resets and dinks
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Head Radical Elite if…
- you want a livelier face for put-aways
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
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