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Adidas Cybersonic Review
Confession: I’ve never been a huge fan of Adidas tennis shoes. But this Adidas Cybersonic Review can change my mind. Adidas Cybersonic Review The full name of these shoes is Adidas Adizero Cybersonic, but product names are so long these days so I shortened it for simplicity. The Adidas Cybersonic is a lightweight shoe made […]
Volkl V1 Evo Review
The Volkl V1 Classic is what the name tells you – a classic! This Volkl V1 Evo Review talks about the evolution. Volkl V1 Evo Review The Volkl V1 Classic has been around for over 20 years and was among the original “tweeners” on the market. The idea behind it is to offer a light […]
Wilson Pro Staff V14
The Wilson Pro Staff V14 racquets are here. They are not here with me literally, but available for sale. Let’s have a look! Wilson Pro Staff V14 This is not a review of the Wilson Pro Staff V14 because I have not yet tested these racquets. But I hope to do so soon. The big […]
Testing fatigue
Reviewing racquets sounds like fun, but there is also a limit. That is why I wanted to write about testing fatigue. Testing racquets is fun, but…testing fatigue I have repeatedly said on my various channels that playing around too much with tennis gear harms your game. You lose your timing, muscle memory, and feel for […]
HEAD Hawk Power Review
I know many of you have been waiting for this HEAD Hawk Power review, but due to a flooding of the factory it took a while to get samples. HEAD Hawk Power Review What is HEAD Hawk Power? It is a petrol-colored, round polyester string. Like its source of inspiration, Luxilon Alu Power, It puts a […]
Dunlop FX 500 Tour V2 Review
I really enjoyed the FX 500 V1 but struggled with stability on the Tour. What is new in V2? Check out my Dunlop FX 500 Tour V2 Review. Dunlop FX 500 Tour V2 Review The previous Dunlop FX 500 was Dunlop’s best power racquet (check out my other favorite power racquets here). How could you […]
Dunlop FX 500 V2 Review
The Dunlop FX 500 was one of my favorite power racquets when it came out. What is new in V2? Check out my Dunlop FX 500 V2 Review. Dunlop FX 500 V2 Review The previous Dunlop FX 500 was Dunlop’s best power racquet (check out my other favorite power racquets here). How could you improve […]
The HEAD TiS6 Frankenstein edition
Master racquet technician Michael Gordon contacted me to write about his HEAD TiS6 Frankenstein project. How could I say no? HEAD TiS6 Frankenstein This project came about from using a 107″ Head radical in an 18×19 string pattern for a year. I found the larger head size created a larger sweetspot and the denser string […]
Wilson Shift Racquets Reveal
The new Wilson Shift racquets have been revealed. There will be two models, one 300 grams and one 315 grams. Wilson Shift Racquets Who are the new Wilson Shift racquets for? They are tailored toward the middle segment. Modern players who want a blend of power/spin/control, similar to what HEAD does with their Speed racquets. […]
Upcoming Volkl Racquet Reviews
I have some upcoming Volkl racquet reviews. But before those, please listen to my podcast with Volkl promotions manager, Nick Mitchell. Upcoming Volkl Racquet Reviews I haven’t reviewed a Volkl racquet in a while and that’s why I’m excited about these upcoming Volkl racquet reviews involving the Volkl V8 Pro, the Volkl C10 Evo and […]