I have to agree tbh…. I enjoy this channel and the guys work, reviews and the banter etc they implement but for some reason something was off between the 2 of them in this review. Not usually one for agreeing with comments like this if I don’t see it or feel it but definitely did. A bit too sarcastic and disagreeing but not in a way that seemed constructive. Sorry guys just my honest opinion. Stopped watching at 8:45 👎 To say a 100sq Blade has more control than a 98sq Blade is just wild to me as well 🤯
Thanks guys, this video was really helpful for me as I have narrowed down by racket search to these two and will demo as soon as I can get up the waiting list! One question please - how did the 98 v 100 compare on serve?
Very keen for this comparison vid as I use Blade 98 and 100 V8s as my match sticks. And generally agree with all of your comments. With the glaring exception of the 100 being more controlled! 😂 Though to be fair; it is the most controlled 100” 16x19 I’ve used. Though not “because of spin” that’s not “control”. That’s just spin. Anyways… they make a great pair. When I’m knackered in a third set, or just having one of those days.. being able to pull out the 100 is amazing. Though I needed a fair bit of weight added to the V8 for decent power. Great combination of rackets. V9s look lush. Maybe I need another 98… Also - i also use sync full bed in both. Perfect mix. When will you guys get some reels in!? 🙏 Keep the great content rolling. ❤
Lighter racquets are not ideal for customising. They are often very head heavy and stiffer. If you add weight in the head you have to counterbalance in the handle. You will end up with a massive static weight... it's pointless!
Hi. Great video. Do you plan to test the blade 98S (18/16) and maybe compare it to the other blade (mostly the 100)m or even the speed). It seems no youtuber is reviewing this model. I played with the 98s v8 with sime lead and it was pretty perfect 👌
Just love watching you two! Thanks so much. To me it‘s clear now, if Blade then 100 , as I need that „help“ from the racket. Now I Need to decide between Head Boom MP and Blade. Maybe you Are keen on comparing those two too 😉
@@ph-tennisThanks so much! Also tested the Boom pro and now its between those three 😂. Would really appreciate your thought on those Three in comparison for an intermediate female player
Are you guys getting in the new Dunlop CX rackets? If so please review the 200 OS. I can't believe how much I like it. Super spinny, good power, plush feel.
Have used a Wilson Blade for years but recent arm injury caused someone to recommend a lighter Yonex racquet. But the matching shoe offer - oooo so tempting! Assume you have rackets in store so I can compare weight of the 100 with my current Blade 104 BLX? Will likely pop in tomorrow.
It’s worth mentioning that whilst one of my Blade 100s was 300g, the other was 305! So I assume you could buy a 98 and a 100 and find the 100 is heavier…. I add weight anyway, but it did make it awkward, because the extra weight from the factory was in the handle/throat, and I couldn’t achieve what I wanted and match them, which was a 300g racket with a bit of weight in the head.
Very good channel. Thank you. I think that the perceived feel difference is due to the different beam thickness too. But it is interesting to hear that it is such a noticeable difference.
Generally if you have same RA with different beam width, the thicker one is likely to be more cushioned, because it’s kind of “more material bends the same way means material itself is softer”. When you have thin beam 62 vs a bit thicker beam 60, it’s kind of ok that the thin beam 62 will feel firmer. For example, Speed line with 23mm beam is possibly the most cushioned.
I’m demoing the 98 this week… Played the 100 a couple weeks ago and my opponents saw the lack of stability, and it’s completely underpowered. The 100 is a beautiful racquet, but pretty much a 100sq platform racquet. Played the 98 today and night/day difference… stability, power, and more control for a stock stick. I wasn’t able to generate as much spin as the Vcore, or the v9 100, but it was without a doubt the better of the two. There are much better 100s available, so unless you customize the v9 100… look elsewhere.
It seems like you guys really read the comments and make videos for your viewers - was hoping for this one, thank you 👊
This is one of our main objectives, to find out what our viewers want to see! Some requests can be difficult but we try our best! 🎾
This was a bit of an awkward watch guys lol - please settle your disagreements off the video
I have to agree tbh…. I enjoy this channel and the guys work, reviews and the banter etc they implement but for some reason something was off between the 2 of them in this review. Not usually one for agreeing with comments like this if I don’t see it or feel it but definitely did. A bit too sarcastic and disagreeing but not in a way that seemed constructive. Sorry guys just my honest opinion. Stopped watching at 8:45 👎
To say a 100sq Blade has more control than a 98sq Blade is just wild to me as well 🤯
Thanks guys, this video was really helpful for me as I have narrowed down by racket search to these two and will demo as soon as I can get up the waiting list!
One question please - how did the 98 v 100 compare on serve?
Very keen for this comparison vid as I use Blade 98 and 100 V8s as my match sticks. And generally agree with all of your comments. With the glaring exception of the 100 being more controlled! 😂 Though to be fair; it is the most controlled 100” 16x19 I’ve used. Though not “because of spin” that’s not “control”. That’s just spin. Anyways… they make a great pair. When I’m knackered in a third set, or just having one of those days.. being able to pull out the 100 is amazing. Though I needed a fair bit of weight added to the V8 for decent power. Great combination of rackets. V9s look lush. Maybe I need another 98…
Also - i also use sync full bed in both. Perfect mix. When will you guys get some reels in!? 🙏
Keep the great content rolling. ❤
This is quickly becoming my favorite channel
Thanks for watching!🎾
Hopefully the differences are on purpose and not because of poor quality control from wilson😅
El video es malisimo
Since these are 4pts HL, would you still suggest for a OHBH? If so, 98? Would the 100 also be good?
What tension do you recommend for Sync on these Blades?
I would pick the 100L with weight in handle or leather grip up to one's specs
The RAs the same?
@@Fired88 no light is 69
Lighter racquets are not ideal for customising. They are often very head heavy and stiffer. If you add weight in the head you have to counterbalance in the handle. You will end up with a massive static weight... it's pointless!
@hybrid11theory75 I add only to handle till I get 31.5cm balance.tnx
I'd like to try the 274gram 16x20 steam mold Blade customized to my specs
Hi. Great video. Do you plan to test the blade 98S (18/16) and maybe compare it to the other blade (mostly the 100)m or even the speed).
It seems no youtuber is reviewing this model. I played with the 98s v8 with sime lead and it was pretty perfect 👌
I got the 100 and with just a touch of tungsten tape it's amazing. Also given that it's only 300 you have quite a bit of room to work with.
Where did you place the tape.? I bought two 100s and love them. Absolutely love them.
Just love watching you two! Thanks so much. To me it‘s clear now, if Blade then 100 , as I need that „help“ from the racket. Now I Need to decide between Head Boom MP and Blade. Maybe you Are keen on comparing those two too 😉
We’ll see what we can do!….
@@ph-tennisThanks so much! Also tested the Boom pro and now its between those three 😂. Would really appreciate your thought on those Three in comparison for an intermediate female player
Are you guys getting in the new Dunlop CX rackets? If so please review the 200 OS. I can't believe how much I like it. Super spinny, good power, plush feel.
Have used a Wilson Blade for years but recent arm injury caused someone to recommend a lighter Yonex racquet. But the matching shoe offer - oooo so tempting! Assume you have rackets in store so I can compare weight of the 100 with my current Blade 104 BLX? Will likely pop in tomorrow.
It’s worth mentioning that whilst one of my Blade 100s was 300g, the other was 305! So I assume you could buy a 98 and a 100 and find the 100 is heavier…. I add weight anyway, but it did make it awkward, because the extra weight from the factory was in the handle/throat, and I couldn’t achieve what I wanted and match them, which was a 300g racket with a bit of weight in the head.
How many subs before you start shipping toroline and restring to EU ;-)
There's already a bag out in Blade green color if you didn't know already!
Which for doubles, reflex volleys etc
Very good channel. Thank you. I think that the perceived feel difference is due to the different beam thickness too. But it is interesting to hear that it is such a noticeable difference.
Time to inklude the 98s
This was a very enjoyable and funny watch. Many thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Generally if you have same RA with different beam width, the thicker one is likely to be more cushioned, because it’s kind of “more material bends the same way means material itself is softer”.
When you have thin beam 62 vs a bit thicker beam 60, it’s kind of ok that the thin beam 62 will feel firmer.
For example, Speed line with 23mm beam is possibly the most cushioned.
I’m demoing the 98 this week… Played the 100 a couple weeks ago and my opponents saw the lack of stability, and it’s completely underpowered. The 100 is a beautiful racquet, but pretty much a 100sq platform racquet.
Played the 98 today and night/day difference… stability, power, and more control for a stock stick. I wasn’t able to generate as much spin as the Vcore, or the v9 100, but it was without a doubt the better of the two. There are much better 100s available, so unless you customize the v9 100… look elsewhere.
I would never never switch the Shift 99 to Blade 98, never.
Now I have to try the 100, to see if is that really good.
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