The Head Graphene 360 Speed 120 comes in two different varieties:
These rackets are part of the 2019 Head squash racquets range. Both frames have a 120-gram advertised weight, but they are slightly different frame shapes. The SB or Slimbody frame is, as the name suggests, a little slimmer and more streamlined. The standard or classic model is a chunkier frame that’s more in the mold of the Cyano 120 and related rackets.
Head Graphene 360 Speed 120 SB (Slimbody)
This is the racket with a thinner frame. The SB / Slimbody concept was introduced by Head in 2017 as a more maneuverable version of their standard teardrop model.
This introduction was a success, with several of Head’s professional players switching to the SB / Slimbody style racket. It appears for 2019 Head has kept the frame the same and just updated the cosmetics. It’s a pretty cool mostly-black style.
Update: in 2021 Head released an updated model, the “306+” Speed 120.
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Racket Specs chart
Advertised weight (unstrung): 120 grams
String pattern: 12x17
Measured weight (all-in): 148 grams
Measured balance: 36.5 cm
Head 120 SB Reviews
This is the racket I’m playing with in late 2021. Here’s an unboxing video I did:
Here’s a comparison between the Speed 120 Slimbody and the Black Knight Pro-X:
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Paul Coll switched to this racket at the 2020 Black Ball tournament:
Photo via Black Ball 2020 →
Shoes: Eye Squash Shoes
Location: 2020 Black Ball Open
Head Graphene 360 Speed 120 “Classic”
This is the chunkier frame. I called it the “Classic” just to differentiate it from the SB, but that’s not Head’s actual name for the racket.
Update: this was replaced in the Head lineup by the Head Graphene 360+ Speed 120
There are two different versions of this racket. I believe they are both the same specs, just different cosmetics. It’s not said explicitly, but I imagine the rose one is meant to appeal to women.
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Product Info
Release year: 2019
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Racket Specs chart
Advertised weight (unstrung): 120 grams
Head size: 500 cm sq
String pattern: 12x17
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Saurav Ghosal:
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Racket: Head Graphene Touch Speed 120
Shoes: Salming Kobra 2
Location: 2019 Tournament of Champions
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Here are the two Classic Head Graphene 360 Speed 120 rackets side by side, courtesy of @racketgallery:
Here’s a comparison of these two rackets from Paul at PDH Sports:
Rod says
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I got the Head Graphene 360 Speed 120 SB racket as part of the Squashgalaxy demo program. It weighed in at 141g on my scale (including grip, strings + strip of bumper tape that Squashgalaxy puts on all their demo rackets). The balance stated on the racket was head light and it definitely felt head light in the hand. I wanted to like this racket, I think the cosmetic is super cool and it came strung with a neon blue string which looked great. I figured the light weight would really help my volleying but unfortunately the light weight combined with the head light balance made it difficult for me to get good length from a punched volley, especially on the backhand side. Power was a bit lacking from all areas of the court which just meant that this is a racket that I couldn’t have in my bag. I did like the slim body design for picking tight balls of the walls and the feel and accuracy though.
Rick says
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Hi folks,
I have been using Prince Textreme Pro Warrior 600 (Ramy Ashour Signature — https://www.squashsource.com/prince-textreme-pro-warrior-600 ) for almost 2 years now and my game really improved with it, especially the power in shots and ball control during volley drive/drops etc.
But due to excessive play, the racket is in a bad state and I want to switch to another racket. I am interested in trying out the head brand and this one looks good, especially the Paul from PDH gave a good review too.
Can someone help to compare if this will be a good choice compared to the one I have been using?
if it helps, I use Technifibre X-one Biphase (red color) , tension: 25lbs
Thanks guys,
Rick
João Amaral says
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I’m a Prince Pro Warrior addict myself. It seems that I am not as lucky as you unfortunately: I have 3 on my bag and I broke as many over the last 2/3 years playing 3/4 times a week. Breakage issues have made me try many other brands over time: from Dunlop, to Tecnifibre and Karakal, all without success. A few nice hits at first but I kept coming back to my Pro Warrior. I’ve recently (12/20) got a Head Speed 120 standard version (i.e. non-slimbody version) on the hand and it felt good. I gave it a try on court and it felt very very similar to my Pro Warrior. I had it restrung to put it as closer as possible to my PW but courts have been closed since 01/21 around here so I didn’t have the chance to give it a proper test. So far it seems like a good contender but only time will tell.
I expect courts to open in a few weeks and I should be able to comment further then – in a month time or so. I’ll let you know how I feel about it but, as always, its the player that matters and I am sure that you will know much better than me if you like it or not. 🙂 Enjoy!
heidi says
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there is yellow version in asia region. i tried to compare with previous touch. its more power
Kevin says
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the one with yellow is actually a prototype 110 version for the next release. I do agree tho that the feel, balance and power on that one is the best out of the head range
Jostein says
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Do anyone know if this 110 version really will be in the Head lineup for 2021?
Filip Korpalski says
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This racket is in 99% the same as Head Graphene Touch Speed 120. I have both and differences between two when hitting are almost unnoticeable. Both weight 148 g on my scale with changed grip and strings.
Filip says
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Has anyone compared this one with previous Head Touch Speed 120? Is there any real difference other than new paint job ?
Simulator says
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Would love to know the answer to this too!
Simulator says
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Particularly the slimbody version. More durable?
Alan says
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hi, i have this racket and it feels a lot heavier than the touch 120, but you get more power and it is more durable. besides that, everything is the same.