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That means better pinch consistency, more predictable flex, and faster recovery — all without sacrificing legality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3005\" data-end=\"3035\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3037\" data-end=\"3149\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3037\" data-end=\"3076\"\u003eIs this head legal for league play?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3076\" data-end=\"3079\"\u003eYes. 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