Head Boom MP 2024 — is your handle hollow?

[Wscarthy]

I have a question for 2024 Head Boom MP users: is your racquet’s handle hollow?

I just bought this racquet hoping that the auxetic 2.0 feel would be similar to the speed mp (which I found very plush), but I’m finding the Boom to be a bit jarring on my sensitive elbow. I popped the buttcap open and was surprised the handle is completely hollow. Is this normal for Boom MPs?

I have never added silicone or anything to a racquet before. Would adding silicone to the handle help make the racquet more comfortable?

 

[Sandro_Z]

Yes, it's totally hollow.
I had te, switched to the Boom Mp last summer and never had any soreness. And I find it strange, as for me is quite a "power" racquet, but still very comfortable.

 

[Lavs]

You will be surprised but Speed MP is also hollow

 

[1HFH]

I've got silicone in the handle of my Blade V8. Much more solid feeling. Love it.

 

[Wscarthy]

You will be surprised but Speed MP is also hollow

Crazy, they feel so different to me. Will try adding weight in hopes it helps the comfort. Thanks everyone!

 

[Steve Huff]

And you are still using poly strings, right?

 

[Wscarthy]

I played with a poly-syngut hybrid (syngut in crosses), the same strings I use in my blade 100 v9 and I can play the blade almost 100% pain free (yes my tennis elbow is pretty bad unfortunately). So I was a bit surprised and disappointed with how jarring the Boom feels in comparison.

 

[esm]

Gravity Pro is also hollow... lol