Head S11 (2008)

Year	2008
Level	Expert
Gender	Male
MSRP	$699.00
Testers' Average Score	3.50 / 5
Adjustments	3.33 / 5
Closure	3.67 / 5
Comfort	3.79 / 5
Flex	3.67 / 5
Forefoot Fit	2.00 / 5
In-Step Fit	3.00 / 5
Overall Limp	3.50 / 5
Response	3.61 / 5
Steering	3.51 / 5
Support	3.34 / 5
Toebox Fit	2.00 / 5

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The S11 leans more to the comfort side of the equation, but that doesn’t detract from a balanced stance and sufficiently powerful engine. Testers loved its buckles, which are levered in a way that allows tight buckling with minimal effort. And a space-filling shell insert allows it to be downsized. The suspension is smooth and balanced, and the shell is anatomically sculpted. The S11 has a gentle entry and an initial fit that a lot of testers found exceptionally relaxing. “Very comfortable, yet it’s capable of going anywhere on the mountain,” said White.