I hit the 97, 100 & 100D the last 2 days. Great feel on all of them. 97 felt like the most power (heavy ball) when the technique is sound and I could confidently swing to specific targets with success. 100 felt better on defense and more forgiving, accurate but underpowered on serve. 100D felt like the easiest to swing, but less spin. All demos had full multi and not the gut/poly hybrids I typically enjoy hitting with. I want to buy 1 and currently am between the 97 and 100. Coming from a VC98. OHBH swing felt consistent with D, erratic w 100 and most rewarding w 97...when timing was on.
Great review, I was a 97D user and found the racket a bit too heavy in the head. I tried weights in the handle, but that just bumped the static weight up too much. I’m a OHBH player and this this where it rewarded me with the confidence and plow through with its beefy swing weight. What I couldn’t get on with was the tight 18x20 string pattern. I tried many different iterations of string combinations in the low 40’s, but in the end conceded that it was not for me. I’ll be attending a Yonex play test day in September, so keen to try out the Percept range of rackets and the other silos. I currently play with the VCP97 310g 2021 and most recently a customised VC95 2021. Been really enjoying the VC95, as it helps me with control with that 16x20 string pattern.
Thanks for your specific insight on this racquet!! Having recently started playing with the outgoing VCORE Pro 97D & switching back to a one-hander, the updated stiffer hoop on the Percept will be much appreciated… VCORE Pro has great feel & control but can feel a bit too flexy against big pace.
Thanks for your thoughts and comparison. Interesting to see that you have different preferences for your OHBH, so both the 16x19 and 18x20 can do well depending on preferred feel.
Hi there, it’s Pete from the video, I like the 16 mains as I hit a little flatter than Luke, and I feel like just gives me a few more revs on the ball, he like the 18 mains for the control, I would use 18 mains if I was on clay and slow courts all the time probably. Thanks
Nice vid. Was particularly helpful to hear opinions as to how it compares to outgoing models from players who used the prior ones as their primary racket. I am a 4.0 usta player with a ohbh and rely on a heavy kick serve. I have played with the Vcore98 for the past 4 years and get along with it well, currently '23 model. I do have to spin every shot and pick a generous target or risk hitting long. I wish I could hit targets better and flatten out approach shots/inside out. I did own a prior VCP97 (blue) and loved the feel...but it left balls short too often when my technique was not good. I also tried a Ezone98 and was able to hit nails, but balls were not as heavy and it gave me arm pain. I am looking to see if any of the new Percept sticks can dethrone my VC98. Not sure which will compliment my game best between the 100, 100D and 97. I generally prefer 97-98 head size but perhaps that is silly since the 100 can give me more depth and forgiveness. 100 definitely seems like the easiest to use, but if I can wield the others they may be more rewarding. Not sure which of the other two: 97 or 100D would give me a bigger serve. Also with the added weight of those will I lose racket head speed & maneuverability when not in perfect position (defensive or late). Thanks for the feedback and I look forward to testing all of them with the hopes that it leads me to have more confidence when serving/swinging big in matches. Keep up the great content on the ATT channel!
You all hitting with the H? I found it's not nearly as heavy to swing as prior version. Pretty accessible frame and the weight can be a big help at the net and on serve returns.
I switched to an old Ezone DR 98 this spring and love the plow I get from it and it's been growing on me more and more all year. But man, this racket does seem quite nice. Wonder how it would handle in comparison.
@@allthingstennis I bet is not as common, mainly rising juniors. But even if you find pros or good players that can just hit with it for a couple sessions would be good enough as long as they can describe the feelings well
Have you tried the 100 and the 100 D? Which is better more aggressive topspin but looking for control? I use loopy forehand and sometimes drive the ball.
Hi there, Pete from the video, the percept felt more stable and controlling. The Vcore 95 is a nice quick racket when attacking but felt a bit lightweight on defence and against big serves. I would actually say the percept felt more spinny but spin is how you hit the ball. The 95 is very manoeuvrable which is nice moving forward and volleying, but the percept is a more solid volleying racket. On serve they are both quite similar, I would say I got more movement and power with the percept. But strings can also change things.
I have had the old 97HD and the 97 of that version. I liked te HD more then. After the update to the last version 97D and it's 97 counterpart it was the othre way around. Somehow my 97D just resisted vertical swing acceleration and only wanted to go through the ball (measured it swing weight etc and couldn't find the reason for it), So currently I have the last 97 version vcore pro. I weighted it up to my preferred spec. It is nice but just a bit too muted. I do NOT need any more power than that, so I don't know if the percept is for me. Does the percept 97D has more or less power compared to the 97? It is denser so less power, but the swing weight is higher so more plow through power.. The 100D seems interesting, but that one has an RA of 66, which is above my preferred range. But RA doesn't always say everything.
Interesting I love my 97 vecore pro 👌just can’t see anything in the Percept 97 that improves it in anyway 🤔 demo before you buy only Percept that would interest me is the 100D 18x19 305g it’s a peach 🍑👌👌👌
For now stick to the outlast, but we will mess around with set ups. I also need to try my set up in it, we only got sent them with the poly tour rev in it at 53lbs
Thanks for making the video! I am a VCP97D user, OHBH, and funny enough that I switched from a Blade 98 like Luke (except I am a lefty and much less skills 😂) Do you think it’s a worthy switch to the Percept 97D? Flexible/soft racquet helped me from last year tennis elbow
Hi there, I can’t answer questions about it in regards to elbow and arm issues and we haven’t played with them long enough and I have never personally struggled with arm issues. I think you should give it a go if you want more stability and crispness on your shots.
@@peterclifford7238 thanks very much for the response. I will give the Percept a try when it comes out. Backhand shots sometimes feel lack of stability in the VCP97D but that’s probably mostly my technique:-)
Hi it’s Pete from the video, launch angles are actually quite similar, the Vcore 98 however is a higher launch. The 95 is a nice racket also but I found the spin and power actually lacking. I would say depending on string set up this would have a slight edge on power to the 95. The new Vcore 98 tour would be a good option if you like the 95 but want more power and higher launch.
@@peterclifford7238 Is there a vcore98 tour coming? interesting - I can't find anything about it. I'm currently trying out the vcore98 (coming from the 95) and finding it to be actually a bit too powerful for me. I'm not sure if I generate enough spin on my forehand to work with the vcore98 so I'm trying to improve that/play with string tensions
Hi it’s Pete from the video, there is more stiffness in the hoop but the throat is more flexible, I can’t say if it will cause arm issues or not as I haven’t had people try them for long enough, but the Vcore pro line was very flexible so the stiffness in the hoop is a nice touch in my opinion.
@@peterclifford7238 Thanks for your input Peter. Sadly, I experienced the same issue of increasing hoop stiffness with the Ezone line which ultimately killed my arm and countless others. Yonex have a habit of tinkering way too much with their designs, ultimately to our detriment.
those rackets are pretty soft except the 100 which is listed at 66 RA unless you have horrible form you should be fine; their vibration tech has been really good so I would imagine the new tech is just as good if not maybe better because VDM was just in the handle but this new tech Servio is built into the frame and graphite so I suspect this will be even better.
@@MMm-kp7lk Thanks. But remember that no amount of vibration dampening is going to mitigate the injury caused by a stiff frame, especially on off-centre shots.
the only one of the frames that is considered stiff is the 100D even still its only at 66. The 97's are mostly at 62 RA which is very flexible combine that with the increased stability and slightly extra firm head which will reduce vibration due to the fact they are making the tip more stable it should play quite comfortably even the 97D w its 18x20 pattern. If these were the Ezones I would be slightly concerned but not these new frames.@@a2casius
@@allthingstennis Reminds me of that episode of Seinfeld, where this low talker convinces Jerry to wear this big pirate puffy shirt on national TV because he couldn't understand what she was saying!
Thanks for your feedback. I was shocked when Yonex presents the Percept with such an ugly color 🤮. I think that this choice will have an impact on the sales of the Percept like the last Head Extreme line, good rackets but a lot of players can't play with a good racket with a color they hate. I bet this version will not have the success it deserves, simply because of a failed cosmetic.
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Your code isn't working and i want to buy the Percept 100😅
Good video/review. Need to get your microphone calibrated. Poor mixing of music which overwhelms your voices.
The best review of this range I've seen so far delivered by really decent tennis players. Keep it going, ATT!
Much appreciated!
I hit the 97, 100 & 100D the last 2 days. Great feel on all of them. 97 felt like the most power (heavy ball) when the technique is sound and I could confidently swing to specific targets with success. 100 felt better on defense and more forgiving, accurate but underpowered on serve. 100D felt like the easiest to swing, but less spin. All demos had full multi and not the gut/poly hybrids I typically enjoy hitting with. I want to buy 1 and currently am between the 97 and 100. Coming from a VC98. OHBH swing felt consistent with D, erratic w 100 and most rewarding w 97...when timing was on.
Great review, I was a 97D user and found the racket a bit too heavy in the head. I tried weights in the handle, but that just bumped the static weight up too much. I’m a OHBH player and this this where it rewarded me with the confidence and plow through with its beefy swing weight. What I couldn’t get on with was the tight 18x20 string pattern. I tried many different iterations of string combinations in the low 40’s, but in the end conceded that it was not for me. I’ll be attending a Yonex play test day in September, so keen to try out the Percept range of rackets and the other silos. I currently play with the VCP97 310g 2021 and most recently a customised VC95 2021. Been really enjoying the VC95, as it helps me with control with that 16x20 string pattern.
Do you still use Percept or back to VC. Percept seemed to be perfect for OHBH.
Thanks for your specific insight on this racquet!! Having recently started playing with the outgoing VCORE Pro 97D & switching back to a one-hander, the updated stiffer hoop on the Percept will be much appreciated… VCORE Pro has great feel & control but can feel a bit too flexy against big pace.
Thanks for your thoughts and comparison. Interesting to see that you have different preferences for your OHBH, so both the 16x19 and 18x20 can do well depending on preferred feel.
Hi there, it’s Pete from the video, I like the 16 mains as I hit a little flatter than Luke, and I feel like just gives me a few more revs on the ball, he like the 18 mains for the control, I would use 18 mains if I was on clay and slow courts all the time probably. Thanks
Nice vid. Was particularly helpful to hear opinions as to how it compares to outgoing models from players who used the prior ones as their primary racket.
I am a 4.0 usta player with a ohbh and rely on a heavy kick serve. I have played with the Vcore98 for the past 4 years and get along with it well, currently '23 model. I do have to spin every shot and pick a generous target or risk hitting long. I wish I could hit targets better and flatten out approach shots/inside out. I did own a prior VCP97 (blue) and loved the feel...but it left balls short too often when my technique was not good. I also tried a Ezone98 and was able to hit nails, but balls were not as heavy and it gave me arm pain.
I am looking to see if any of the new Percept sticks can dethrone my VC98. Not sure which will compliment my game best between the 100, 100D and 97. I generally prefer 97-98 head size but perhaps that is silly since the 100 can give me more depth and forgiveness. 100 definitely seems like the easiest to use, but if I can wield the others they may be more rewarding. Not sure which of the other two: 97 or 100D would give me a bigger serve. Also with the added weight of those will I lose racket head speed & maneuverability when not in perfect position (defensive or late).
Thanks for the feedback and I look forward to testing all of them with the hopes that it leads me to have more confidence when serving/swinging big in matches. Keep up the great content on the ATT channel!
Great video! Would be amazing to have one similar for the 97H!
You all hitting with the H? I found it's not nearly as heavy to swing as prior version. Pretty accessible frame and the weight can be a big help at the net and on serve returns.
How would you say this Percept 97 compares to the Ezone 98? What playing style suits each racquet best?
Percept 97 suits a more touchy-feely player. More a slice, volleyer etc. Ezone 98 is a great baseliners racket, mazing spin and power!
I switched to an old Ezone DR 98 this spring and love the plow I get from it and it's been growing on me more and more all year. But man, this racket does seem quite nice. Wonder how it would handle in comparison.
Nice video. But please include a lot more of them hitting, like 60% of the video, not just a bit, that will help
Awesome video, would be nice to have a similar one for the 100 and 100D model.
Thanks, Just struggling for players that use that model
@@allthingstennis I bet is not as common, mainly rising juniors. But even if you find pros or good players that can just hit with it for a couple sessions would be good enough as long as they can describe the feelings well
@@allthingstennis you really don't have there anyone that plays 2HBH and can put the ball in with his forehand? 😅
@faustocolella3601 lol we have reviewed in our full percepr review. I mean in terms of having a player who uses that particular model regularly.
@@allthingstennis it's not officially released yet, so how can anyone use it "regularly" ? 😂
Great conversational review! It was interesting listening to your opinions bouncing back and forth. Just curious what strings did you guys used?
Poly Tour Rev (mint) @52lbs
Have you tried the 100 and the 100 D? Which is better more aggressive topspin but looking for control? I use loopy forehand and sometimes drive the ball.
Can you please point differences between Yonex Vcore 95 '23 vs Yonex Percept 97?
Hi there, Pete from the video, the percept felt more stable and controlling. The Vcore 95 is a nice quick racket when attacking but felt a bit lightweight on defence and against big serves. I would actually say the percept felt more spinny but spin is how you hit the ball. The 95 is very manoeuvrable which is nice moving forward and volleying, but the percept is a more solid volleying racket. On serve they are both quite similar, I would say I got more movement and power with the percept. But strings can also change things.
Finally, did you both switch to the P97 or still using the Vcore Pro line?
What is Luke's favorite string setup in the 97D? Thanks!
Nice video mate 🥃🇺🇸
Appreciate you!
I have had the old 97HD and the 97 of that version. I liked te HD more then. After the update to the last version 97D and it's 97 counterpart it was the othre way around. Somehow my 97D just resisted vertical swing acceleration and only wanted to go through the ball (measured it swing weight etc and couldn't find the reason for it), So currently I have the last 97 version vcore pro. I weighted it up to my preferred spec. It is nice but just a bit too muted. I do NOT need any more power than that, so I don't know if the percept is for me. Does the percept 97D has more or less power compared to the 97? It is denser so less power, but the swing weight is higher so more plow through power.. The 100D seems interesting, but that one has an RA of 66, which is above my preferred range. But RA doesn't always say everything.
Does Luke customize his racquets in any way? Leather grip or tape? Thanks!
How much tension do you recommend for Percept 97?
Interesting I love my 97 vecore pro 👌just can’t see anything in the Percept 97 that improves it in anyway 🤔 demo before you buy only Percept that would interest me is the 100D 18x19 305g it’s a peach 🍑👌👌👌
have you guys tried the percept 97L or the vcore pro 97L?
Is Luke going to stick with the Outlast string or switch to another string (Rev for instance) in the new 97d?
For now stick to the outlast, but we will mess around with set ups. I also need to try my set up in it, we only got sent them with the poly tour rev in it at 53lbs
Thanks for making the video! I am a VCP97D user, OHBH, and funny enough that I switched from a Blade 98 like Luke (except I am a lefty and much less skills 😂) Do you think it’s a worthy switch to the Percept 97D? Flexible/soft racquet helped me from last year tennis elbow
Hi there, I can’t answer questions about it in regards to elbow and arm issues and we haven’t played with them long enough and I have never personally struggled with arm issues. I think you should give it a go if you want more stability and crispness on your shots.
@@peterclifford7238 thanks very much for the response. I will give the Percept a try when it comes out. Backhand shots sometimes feel lack of stability in the VCP97D but that’s probably mostly my technique:-)
I know you guys said you weren't making comparisons.... but how does it compare to the vcore 95 in terms of power and launch angle?
Hi it’s Pete from the video, launch angles are actually quite similar, the Vcore 98 however is a higher launch. The 95 is a nice racket also but I found the spin and power actually lacking. I would say depending on string set up this would have a slight edge on power to the 95. The new Vcore 98 tour would be a good option if you like the 95 but want more power and higher launch.
@@peterclifford7238 Is there a vcore98 tour coming? interesting - I can't find anything about it. I'm currently trying out the vcore98 (coming from the 95) and finding it to be actually a bit too powerful for me. I'm not sure if I generate enough spin on my forehand to work with the vcore98 so I'm trying to improve that/play with string tensions
Increased hoop stiffness is a total deal breaker for me. It's usually a precursor to future arm ache. Thanks for the info and the review.
Hi it’s Pete from the video, there is more stiffness in the hoop but the throat is more flexible, I can’t say if it will cause arm issues or not as I haven’t had people try them for long enough, but the Vcore pro line was very flexible so the stiffness in the hoop is a nice touch in my opinion.
@@peterclifford7238 Thanks for your input Peter. Sadly, I experienced the same issue of increasing hoop stiffness with the Ezone line which ultimately killed my arm and countless others. Yonex have a habit of tinkering way too much with their designs, ultimately to our detriment.
those rackets are pretty soft except the 100 which is listed at 66 RA unless you have horrible form you should be fine; their vibration tech has been really good so I would imagine the new tech is just as good if not maybe better because VDM was just in the handle but this new tech Servio is built into the frame and graphite so I suspect this will be even better.
@@MMm-kp7lk Thanks. But remember that no amount of vibration dampening is going to mitigate the injury caused by a stiff frame, especially on off-centre shots.
the only one of the frames that is considered stiff is the 100D even still its only at 66. The 97's are mostly at 62 RA which is very flexible combine that with the increased stability and slightly extra firm head which will reduce vibration due to the fact they are making the tip more stable it should play quite comfortably even the 97D w its 18x20 pattern. If these were the Ezones I would be slightly concerned but not these new frames.@@a2casius
What string, gauge and tension are you using normally in your 97d ?
Luke uses 1.25 Solinco outlast at 53lbs
The thin guy has got sweet technique
They aren't decidedly better than the previous models, the D and H.
I think we have a low talker here! LOL
lol, yes our bad in terms of the mixing at the start!
@@allthingstennis Reminds me of that episode of Seinfeld, where this low talker convinces Jerry to wear this big pirate puffy shirt on national TV because he couldn't understand what she was saying!
Great review sounds like a serious bat
Is this that righty shapo guy?
No
V core pro 97 user. Name is terrible. Paint job isn’t great either. I’m sure it plays well though
Thanks for your feedback. I was shocked when Yonex presents the Percept with such an ugly color 🤮. I think that this choice will have an impact on the sales of the Percept like the last Head Extreme line, good rackets but a lot of players can't play with a good racket with a color they hate. I bet this version will not have the success it deserves, simply because of a failed cosmetic.
I think the overwhelming feedback is the looks are great. Maybe just doesn't suit your preference!
If it was just me, it wouldn't change much but after browsing many of the tennis website, opinions are very divided and it's never good for business.