Wilson Clash Pro V3 Review

This Wilson Clash Pro V3 Review deals with the most demanding, powerful and stable racquet in the Clash family.

The Wilson Clash took the club tennis world by storm when it arrived in 2019. A great launch campaign paired with a racquet that offered a mix of comfort and power and spin made the Clash into a bestseller.

When the Clash Pro V2 was launched in 2022, it was not quite as successful. The feel was a little more muted and some of that addictive ball pocketing from the 1st generation was gone. Now, the Clash Pro returns back to its origin with a V1-inspired cosmetic and performance and playability more reminiscent of the original. What stays in this edition of the Clash Pro (the first edition was called “Tour”) is the 16/20 string pattern.

Where to buy the Wilson Clash V3?

The Wilson Clash V3 is now available from Wilson.com or Tennis Warehouse (US, Canada), Tennis Warehouse Europe (10% discount using code TNERD10) and Tennis Only (AU). You can also check it out on Amazon.

If you prefer a video review, you can watch it from our YouTube channel below.

Tech

Wilson claims to have refined the layup with SI3D, which is supposed to increase horizontal bending (for added dwell time, pocketing, and control) while maximizing vertical bending (for easier access to spin).

They also introduce Hit Stabilizer technology for greater torsional stability, resulting in easier access to power and less racquet wobbling on off-center impact.

Other updates include minor tweaks to the geometry in the shaft and yoke to facilitate multidirectional bending.

These are minor tweaks to make what was good about the V1 Clash even better in the V3. The “magic” of V1 is back here.

Specifications

They reduced the weight of the previous Clash Pro from 310g and more head-light to 305g with a bit more weight towards the head. I think that is a sensible change.

Head Size:	100 in / 645 cm
Length:	27in / 68,5cm
Strung Weight:	323g / 11,4oz
*Unstrung Weight:*	305g/10,8oz
Balance:	31,98cm / 7 pts HL
*Unstrung Balance:*	31cm/10 pts HL
Swingweight:	327
Stiffness:	57
Beam Width:	24,5mm / 24,5mm / 24,5mm
Composition:	Graphite
Racket Colours:	Black/Red
Grip Type:	Wilson Pro Performance
String Pattern:	16 Mains / 20 Crosses Mains skip: 7T,9T,7H,9H
Tension:	22-27kg / 50-60lb

Performance and playability

The Wilson Clash Pro offers what you can expect from a Clash. A long dwell-time and ball pocketing, good power and spin, and excellent comfort. The personality in the Clash comes from the high twist weight, which means excellent stability and the trampolining in the string bed.

One of the downsides with the Clash has always been the control as the trampoline effect can be difficult to control at times. But in the V3, they have minized the sometimes erratic nature of the racquet and thanks to the extra cross string, you can now be more confident in your strokes.

Yes, you won’t get the control of the Blade, but they have improved the dependability of the string bed, and none of the players I tested it with had any negative remarks. Instead, they seemed surprised by the excellent feel and the fun nature of the racquet.

The word fun is key, because it is gratifying to hit with the Clash. There is a nice sensation of impact with the long dwell-time and even with a stiffer poly, you don’t really need to worry about arm comfort, which is the standout feature.

The Clash Pro is more demanding than the regular Clash 100, though. The heavier swing weight will require more from the user, and there is little room for customization.

However, if you want a Clash that holds up to hit with stronger players, the Clash Pro is the one to get.

Pros and Cons

+ Comfort

+ Feel

+ Decent power

— Control (compared to a Blade 100, for example)

(A unique feel, a bit of love and hate)

Summary

I really enjoyed this Wilson Clash Pro V3 Review. I was happy that they decided to return to the feel and performance of V1, which was a favorite of mine (although I do miss the Clash 98). They did improve the control and stability and there is less movement in the string bed, compared to the first generation, which helps control and string life.

The big question is, who is it for? I think anyone who wants to prioritize comfort over control. But the control is not bad at all, and if you are a player that hits with spin and aims for slightly bigger targets, I think the Clash Pro can work for you.

Most players will prefer the lighter Clash, but intermediate to advanced players who like a little more weight on the racquet will enjoy the Clash Pro.