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Yonex VCORE 2026
The new Yonex VCORE 2026 racquets have been revealed and we are excited to start testing them. The VCORE is in its 8th generation with a focus on sweet spot, snapback, speed and stability. I have to give Yonex kudos, no matter what the Tennisnerd verdict will be when we start play-testing these racquets, for […]
Dino Prizmic’s Racquet – Player Profile
Dino Prizmic is a Croatian player and currently one of the biggest, young talents on the ATP tour. He will be fighting for the title at the ATP Next Gen Finals at the end of December. But what is Prizmic tennis racquet? Dino Prizmic’s tennis racquet Dino Prizmic’s racquet is currently, most likely, a Pure […]
Tecnifibre Multifeel strings: Premium Comfort + Easy Power for Developing Players
Tecnifibre Multifeel is their entry level multifilament but is one of the most trusted multifilaments for club players who want comfort, feel, and easy access to depth without hurting their arms. It fits perfectly between soft beginner strings and high-end performance multis, giving a cleaner, more supportive response. I tried out the Multifeel 1.25mm in […]
Genesis New: Crisp Feel and Predictable Control for All-Court Players
Genesis New is a new co-poly that gives players good control without losing the feel of the ball. New is a crisp but comfortable poly that promises to give players predictable control and enough pop to finish points. I tried out New Cyan 125 in the Head Speed MP, which is a racquet that already […]
New HEAD Speed 2026 Racquet Series
Updated 15th January 2026HEAD has just launched the next generation of its iconic Speed racquet line, the Speed 2026. Being endorsed by players like Sinner and Djokovic, it has become the most popular all-around frame from HEAD and now they also introduce the new Speed Tour frame. Early details shows significant technological advancements, including the […]
Tecnifibre Club Balls Review – Best Tennis Balls for Club Players?
Tecnifibre Club Balls are one of the most well-balanced choices on the market right now. Tecnifibre has expanded its offering beyond strings and frames and have developed these balls for all-court performance and durability. The Club Ball sits just below their best in class X-One ball but is competitively priced and longer lasting than many […]
Silvester Energy 123 String Review – Crisp Control, Effortless Depth
Silvester may not be the biggest name among the top recommended strings yet, but they’re quietly producing some seriously impressive performance polys. Energy 123 is their more powerful spin-control blend. It would be aimed at modern baseliners who want easy depth without losing precision. I tested Silvester Energy 123 in the Wilson Blade V9 16×19, […]
Adidas Barricade 14: Lighter, built for modern control
The adidas Barricade, 25 years in the making, is a popular Adidas tennis shoe and now returns with its 14th version. This time it’s not a mild update, it’s a proper reboot. The Adidas Barricade 14 is lighter, quicker and generally more aligned with today’s explosive, direction-changing tennis. What’s New? The Barricade 14 introduces lighttraxion […]
Grapplesnake Short Fin Review – Spin, Control & On-Court Impressions
One of the newer polyester strings in the market is Grapplesnake Short Fin – designed for players looking to optimize their spin, clean pocketing, and controlled aggression. It has a hexagonal, ridged profile and very slick coating, which claims to produce fast snap back, directional control, and a firm, confident feel to the finish. For […]
Nordicdots launches the Model 98 Black Gloss racquet
Nordicdots, one of our favorite tennis apparel brands are now further expanding their product line for gear. As some of you know, we’ve tested their earlier racquet releases, the Model 98, Model 99 and the Model 100, which are great control racquets. The two latest releases are the the Model 98 Black Gloss racquet and […]