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I currently play with tfight iso 305 and I just read your review about the swing weight and your comment on how it may not be easy for all players. Wondering if you have a racquet recommendation for me that would be similar. Extreme western grip so I need spin potential. Possibly just something easier to use while still generating control power etc. I am demoing tf40 2024 currently and I think it’s nice I just don’t know why I’m not generating as much top spin
Hi ! Recently took up my Prince Graphite 93 MP again, which I played thru the 90s and 2000s. Loved it instantly. Precision, control. Most fun to play. My natural mate. Bought a 2016 remake Graphite 110. Liked it a lot, but noticed I lack some precision and penetration compared to my old 93s during matchplay. To the extent that result turned around markably by just switching back to the 93.
Have played the Head Prestige 18/20 (string pattern because of the control and the available ideal 320 weight), RF Pro Model, Babolat Strike 18/20 and most recently Yonex VcorePro 320 18/20. To add some power and penetration, but lost finesse and confidence. Guess my ideal racqquet ist 320 16/18, as I with play spin, classic long stroke with semi western grip, one handed backhand, and love control. 18/20 does not feel ideal, consider going away from this for more pocketing. 305 and 310g feel (too) light.
Is there an equivalent to the POG 93 ? Maybe the Prince Phantom ?
Or others I should try. Yonex Precept ? Wilson Blade ?
I have a 22 year old slave pro braided (black/white Henman frame). It’s only been hit with twice. Looks brand new. Is it worth re-stringing, or is it dead because of age?
That is worth playing! Nice one :)
Hey, I was wondering if you can give me racket advice. I’m a 16 year old tennis player who has played for 3 years, I have a one hander and last summer I started playing with the 310g V core pro because I heard it was very good for the one hand backhand. Now I am realizing it is way too heavy for me. I was wondering if you could give me ideas of rackets which would better suit an intermediate With a one hand backhand.
Thanks
Hi Raza, I would start looking into Tecnifibre Tfight 300, Wilson Steam 99, and HEAD Speed MP.
Hi Philipp,
Find a Prince Phantom 93P and you will get that feel again.
If you like smaller head size, the HEAD Prestige Tour is nice.
You can also test the new Wilson RF Pro.
The new Tfight has a lower swing weight and is coming out in January. I like that one a lot, but I prefer the Tfight 315 even more. If you like top spin you need to try the Babolat Pure Aero 98.
I’m trying to replace a head speed custom made, specs are 98 head size, 315mm balance, 23mm beam and 16/19 string pattern. I’ve tried 5 different rackets and whilst I’ve had some success even after customisation they just don’t seem right. I’ve tried ezone 98, speed pro, radical pro, pure aero and more recently wilson blade 98 and pro, any help is much appreciated
Hi Ben, it is tricky when you find a racquet that you like because no other model will feel exactly the same.
I think you should give the following racquets consideration: NordicDots Model 99, Tecnifibre Tfight 315 (the new one coming Jan 7th is great), Tecnifibre TF40 305 16/19.
Cheers / J
Hello, I’ll ask you a question if possible.
I’ve been using the Wilson Ultra 100 v4 for a year now and I use it with the Yonex Polytour Pro 1.30 string. I don’t think I can get the most out of the racket and my game with this string. Do you have any recommendations? I’d like to try it with the Luxilon Bigbanger but I’d like to know your opinion first.
Hi Jon, this all depends on numerous factors, your game, your style, physicality and more. Poly Tour Pro is not a bad string, but for more spin potential you can try Solinco Confidential, Nordicdots TS 127, Toroline Caviar or Tru Pro Pure Rush. You will get more free depth and a larger sweet spot by dropping tension a bit as well.
Hello I want to switch to the pro staff 97 but I’m not a big fan of the v14 color. I haven’t tried the v13 but I did demo the v14 and loved it. How much different is the v13 from the v14?
Hi,
The V13 is a bit firmer and not quite as nice in feel. However, it is less dampened, so if you want a more raw, firmer feel, the V13 is good. There is a V14 Noir version if you want a black Pro Staff.