Head Speed Jr. (26) black/white/white

A heart-shaped frame gives this 26-inch Speed Jr. stability and a clear feel on contact. The graphite frame weighs 250 g and is sized for 141-155 cm and ages 10 to 12. Overall it is a scaled-down, lighter copy of the adult Speed.

The frame profile adds power and damps vibration that would otherwise go into the arm. At this length a child can work on a full serve before moving to an adult racket. The series also has a slightly heavier 26-inch model at 255 g, and a 25-inch one at 230 g for shorter children.