Apacs
Apacs Hard Hitter Speed
Not sold by the UK shops we check about £56 abroadSuits aBack-Court HammerSteep, heavy smashes from the back, with head weight and a firm shaft behind every hit.
Balance 295mm
Head heavy
Flex Medium Stiff
57.5 on our 0-100 scale
Weight 84g · 4U
Before strings and grip
Best featureFast and firmPlayer styleAttacking
Model seriesApacs Hard Hitter
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BalanceHead heavy
FlexMedium
Weight4U 84 g
Hard Hitter Speed is a mid-range 4U (about 84 g) racket in the Apacs Hard Hitter range with a slightly head-heavy balance (295 mm) and a stiff-leaning shaft. A flexible choice for players who attack but still need to defend.
- Slight head bias adds smash power without a big swing penalty
- Stiffer shaft gives a crisp, direct response on full swings
- Rated to 38 lb string tension, so it takes a tight, crisp stringbed
- Needs good technique to bend the shaft; mistimed shots feel harsh
- Mid-range materials give a less refined feel than pro-level frames
- Specs come from retailer listings, not an independent test
Where to buy
None of the UK shops we check sell it right now, so it may only be available abroad. Researched price: about £56.