The Head Youtek IG Prestige Mid Plus is the latest version of Head's hugely successful player-oriented Prestige series, updated with lightweight Innegra fiber and a striking new red/silver graphic. The Youtek Prestige offers the ultimate control of Head's players racquets, utilizing a more forgiving mid plus head in combination with a very dense string pattern. Surprisingly maneuverable thanks to a nicely weighted head light balance.
Head has kept most specifications consistent with the previous Youtek version of the Prestige, but now with the added benefit of lightweight Innegra fiber which in conjunction with Head carbon composite improves shock absorption and stability. d3o "smart" material which behaves differently under varying dynamic loading or impact. Integrated in the frame lay-up and positioned in the shaft area (where the racquet flexes the most), d3o seeks to help players maximize performance on all shots. High speed impacts lock d3o together within nanoseconds at the molecular level, stiffening the frame to provide maximum power. Conversely, on slower speed impacts, the d3o molecules absorb the impact providing softer touch for better feel.
Note: Head does not include a cover with this racquet.