Racquet Reviews

Tennis racquet reviews by Tennisnerd with the purpose of helping you buy the right tennis racquet for your game and skill level.

Buying a racquet can be a difficult decision and Tennisnerd intends to make it easier for you with plenty of information around some of the best tennis racquets available.

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Diadem Elevate V3 Review

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

Diadem is an up-and-coming American brand. I reviewed a few of their racquets earlier. Now it’s time for the Diadem Elevate V3 Review. Diadem Elevate V3 Review Diadem was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. I sat down (on Zoom) with one of the founders, Evan Specht, to talk about the […]

Bolt Racquets Review

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

Have you ever heard of Bolt racquets? No? They do deserve more attention. Here is my Bolt Racquets review. BOLT Racquets Review You might never have heard of Bolt racquets. But they are worth considering for many players out there thanks to their innovative technology, comfort, and power. If this sounds interesting, read on. You […]

HEAD Radical 2023 Review

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

The new Radicals are revealed. For this HEAD Radical 2023 Review, I have tested the HEAD Radical Auxetic MP and Pro. The Radical is what HEAD calls the “people’s racquet.” Why? Because this racquet is a versatile, middle-ground racquet that works for many players at the intermediate to advanced level. The MP is relatively easy […]

Yonex VCORE 2023 Review

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

It’s a hectic play-testing period at Tennisnerd HQ. And I know many of you have been waiting for this Yonex VCORE 2023 review. Yonex VCORE 2023 Review The VCORE is Yonex spin-focused line. We have EZONE for power, and VCORE PRO for control, while the ASTREL line are comfort-focused game improvement racquets. The VCORE 2023 […]

TenX Xcalibre 300 Review

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

TenX is a relatively new brand of tennis gear from Australia. This post (and video) is my TenX Xcalibre 300 Review. TenX Xcalibre 300 Review The Xcalibre is the control-oriented racquet in the TenX line-up. The more power and spin-focused racquet is the Xstrike. You can check out my Xstrike review to learn more about that […]

Wilson Shift

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

My friend Henrik who writes for Tennisnerd and the Swedish tennis magazine, has received a prototype racquet called Wilson Shift. Wilson Shift The Wilson Shift Henrik received was strung with Luxilon Alu Power, and these were the strung specs: Strung Weight: 322.6 grams (Unstrung, most likely 305 grams) Strung swing weight: 308 (Unstrung, approx 278). […]

Babolat Pure Aero Plus Review

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

If you want more power, consider a plus racquet. I prefer more control but was positively surprised during the Babolat Pure Aero Plus review. Babolat Pure Aero Plus Review (2019 version) This Babolat Pure Aero Plus review deals with the 2019 version, as the 2023 edition will not be out until…2023 :) I have reviewed […]

Which are the Best Racquets of 2022?

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

Which are the best racquets of 2022? We’re getting closer to summarizing the year and I’m keen to hear your favorites. Which are the best racquets of 2022? I have done this summary for several years. I call it the Gear of the Year. You can see previous editions below. Gear of the Year 2016 […]

Yonex Ezone 98 Tour 2022 Review

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

The Yonex Ezone 98 Tour 2022 review is here. You can watch it below or read my opinions about this new Tour racquet. Yonex Ezone 98 Tour 2022 Review I tested this racquet together with a few other players, and I think we’re all in agreement overall. This is a great frame. It’s more comfortable […]

Wilson Ultra 100 V4 Review

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

If you look for power and ease of use, this Wilson Ultra 100 V4 review might interest you! A nice update from Wilson. Wilson Ultra 100 V4 Review The Wilson Ultra is Wilson’s power line, with the exception of the Ultra Pro, which is a control-frame. I wasn’t a huge fan of the Wilson Ultra […]