Head revolt pro 3.0 review năm 2024

There are some new tennis shoes from HEAD on the market. I’m currently testing the Revolt Pro 4.0 and the Sprint Pro 3.5.

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A couple of years ago, I mainly wore Asics or Nike Vapor Tours. They are still good shoes, but my daily drivers on the rough hard courts of Malta are the Sprint line from HEAD. Previously I used the Revolt because they are more durable, but comfort and speed-wise, I think the Sprint is my favorite. These lines have recently been updated, so let’s look at these new tennis shoes from HEAD.

This post will deal with what makes the Sprint different from the Revolt and what is the audience for these shoes? Let’s start with the Revolt Pro 4.0.

The Revolt series from HEAD is mainly about extreme durability and comfort. It’s a roomy shoe that lasts a long time. I have tried several generations of the Revolt Pro, and they’ve been a good fit for my foot and game.

These shoes are sturdy, solid, comfort-oriented, and durable. I always feel steady on the court with these shoes on, and I never worry about slipping or losing grip. It’s all about support, which is enhanced by the lockdown strap.

The width of the shoe is about medium (don’t worry about your toes being mashed together, it’s a pretty roomy shoe), the arch is low-ish, and you’re not going to need much of a break-in period. They feel good straight from the first hit to me.

As you can see from the reviews on Tennis Warehouse, this is one of HEAD’s bestsellers. It doesn’t matter if you use it for pickleball, padel or tennis – it’s a solid all-court shoe.

The weight of this shoe is on the heavy spectrum at 386g approx, so if you’re looking for a “fast” and light shoe, this ain’t it.

HEAD Sprint Pro 3.5 tennis shoes

This is a low-to-the-ground speed-focused shoe. No break-in, just put them on and start springing around the court. The support is not bad but can’t quite be compared to the sturdiness and lock-in feel of the Revolt Pro.

They have re-engineered the mesh and tongue material to improve comfort over the previous version (which was already very comfortable to me). There is half-sock system (not full-on like the Wilson amplifeel) but it helps to “hug the foot”.

The HEAD Sprint Pro 3.5 is a far lighter shoe at 339.7 grams over the Revolt and is noticeable on the court. The comfort level is higher on the Revolts, but you will move faster with these. I don’t find the stability bad, though, because otherwise, my aching and aging knees would complain.

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I think the 3.5 is a slight improvement over the 3.0 SF that I used previously. I would say a better fit and comfort and I would hope durability too. Shoes break pretty quickly for me on the gritty hard courts I play on 4-5 times a week, but performance is important too. I hope that the Sprint Pro 3.5 has found the perfect middle ground between speed and durability.

Summary

So the difference between these shoes is pretty straightforward. Do you want a lighter, low-to-the-ground, fast feel? The HEAD Sprint Pro 3.5 is worth considering. While, the HEAD Revolt Pro 4.0 is your best bet if you want stability and durability.

I have a hard time choosing between these two. I like to feel speedy on the court, but I’m also extremely keen on support, especially when playing on hard courts.

Let me know if you would consider any of these two. Or maybe there is another shoe or shoe brand that you prefer?

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HEAD updates their match day shoe to version 3.0 with a reduction of weight and a full sock construction. The Sprint Pro 3.0 sits closer to the court than previous versions and has a new Delta Strap system which offers custom support. The upper has been re-designed with mesh to improve the shoes’ breathability and vastly cut down the weight. I put the Sprint Pro 3.0 to the test in the oppressive summer Texas heat.

Fit

The full sock construction is a welcome addition to the Sprint Pro 3.0. The previous models have always been focused on speed, but in the past the traditional tongue and thicker upper made the shoe heavier than it needed to be. The 3.0 version made it simple to get my foot inside the shoe, and the sock wrapped my foot comfortably without being restrictive. The Sprint Pro is more narrow in the forefoot than HEAD’s Revolt Pro, but the material stretches nicely and should be able to handle a wider foot after a brief break in period. I felt the shoes fit true-to-size, and with a large enough toe box for hard court tennis. Lacing up the shoe took some trial and error. At first I had them laced way too tight, but since they have full a sock construction, I retied them a little bit looser still feeling very secured and locked in.

Stability & Responsiveness

The Sprint Pro 3.0 has impressive ventilation thanks in large part to the mesh upper. The full sock construction is thin and breathable, and not stiflingly hot like several other shoes with a sock system. Head’s Cooling System, the window under the midsole of the shoe, allows air to flow to the bottom of the foot. It doesn’t act like a full on air conditioner, but having some extra breathability on a 115 degree tennis court certainly doesn’t hurt anything.

As far as cushioning goes, TRI-NRG technology in the midsole combines lightweight cushioning, shock absorption, and plenty of support. There isn’t a major heel-toe offset, so more of the shoe is in contact with the court resulting in better balance and mobility on quick changes of direction.

Durability and Support

The Sprint Pro 3.0 doesn’t have an outsole warranty like the Sprint SF, but it is much more supportive than I thought it would be for a 12.7 ounce shoe. Though high wear areas offer a good amount of durability, because the shoe is so lightweight, it won’t hold up to hours and hours of drills or sprints. The Sprint Pro is at it’s best when worn for matches.

Overall

I felt a step or two faster in the Head Sprint Pro 3.0. There is enough support, but also an impressive amount of flexibility in the forefoot to make the shoe very dynamic. I loved the way the shoe hugged the court surface, and felt fast around the court. The full sock construction is a welcome addition to the Sprint Pro 3.0, but my favorite improvement is the well ventilated mesh upper which stayed comfortably cool even on 100+ degree days.

About the Reviewer: Sam Jones currently works at Tennis Express on the Content Marketing team. He previously played at Southwestern University, taught tennis for 10+ years and earned his USRSA Master Racquet Technician Certification in 2011. He is an active NTRP 5.0 League and Tournament player.