I was held back by oversize and MP racquets in High School, as soon as i tried a Prestige MP (95) and then the 600 (89.5), it unlocked my game to another level. Yes, more work, and thats the deal, it helped me become better coz I needed to use technique and not flicking wrist shots to injure me. Not anymore, no pain, lots of spin, lots of drive. The Confidence gained.
I'm 18 and I'm getting my pure strike 16x19 on Wednesday and I'm so excited!! I'm transitioning from a head radical team. I already tested the strike to see if I liked it and it was awesome. I felt like I had a lot more control and power. I also felt like I had to attack and hit the ball hard to access that power otherwise it wouldn't be so great, but I loved that feeling of giving everything I have to win the point.
That’s awesome bro, do u have any advice for someone who wants to start playing tennis?, I’m around ur age and this is something I’ve been wanting to do
If you actually make it to d1 college tennis, you get access to pro stocks from manufacturers so you won’t be playing with these retail frames anymore once you’re at that level. I know this based on a guy who I’ve been hitting with here in SoCal who’s coming back after injury but said he had a 4 year tennis careers at a small d2 school from Florida. He plays with a retail prestige but would tell me how only d-1 got access to Prostock inventory and was all based on how prestigious your school was for tennis. Kinda messed up if you ask me but that’s the system.
Excellent comments addressed to young people. Coluld you do the same for 65 years old tennis players used to play tournaments at club level (meaning advanced players...). I really enjoy your channel ... Cheers! Joaquim (from Spain)
Great idea. 61, fit, still pretty quick, playing singles against younger players, working my tail off. Suggestions for transition to "more foregiving" stick for better players who may have (ahem) lost a step?
I had this problem too. I essentially developed tennis elbow from using my pure drive inappropriately. I started feeling like I had no control and so I tried to make up for it with string tension (i know bad idea) fast forward a few years and I was swinging a pure drive strung at 62 with a full bed of poli, I was ok in my late teens but in my 20s my arm just said no more. I wish you would have been around back then with all of this amazing info, It would have saved me a lot of pain
Dude, should I switch from PureDrive 2015 55 lbs string tension no dampener to another model? I used to compete here in Colombia in my teens but now I only play 3 times a week. I'm in my 20's. Thanks for the info.
@@andresfelipevalbuenagelvis2415 It will mainly depend on a few factors. the First factor is what kind of string are you using, 55lb is actually not bad if you’re using multifilament or synthetic gut. If youre using a Poly bed or hybrid 55 is not crazy high but it is on the high side, if your arm is filling it too much id try going down a tad to 52 or so and trying a softer poly string that might be more arm friendly. the next and most important factor is how it feels for you, Im assuming from what I wrote that I feels too responsive (like you lack control). In which case lower tension and softer strings might help your arm but make it more unwieldy, at which point id definitely recomended switching to something you feel fully comfortable with the gen 3 purestrike is a good bet if you like the feel of babolat, id definately demo some other brands, yonex E-zone is a fantastic option. Hope this helps good luck and good playing.
yea that would destroy your arm and elbow. Pure drive should be used with a low tension poly. like 52 lbs with hyper G or Cyclone. Easy power, spin, and good control
It does still depend on your style though, how you look to construct points and what you're willing to boost/sacrifice. A pure aero or pure drive is totally viable at the very, very highest levels of the sport, so long as it fits your style of play. But for sure, a lot of people as they get better, certainly those who play more straight up tennis, a more control protected racket can and often is better.
Silly to try to isolate frames for college kids. Play with what you like. At the end of the day if you can consistently hit the ball in the center of your frame with a somewhat neutral face you will have a good outcome. High level players do this with much more consistency which is why they're high level players.
I disagree, I reckon the racquet makes a huge difference and if you can start with a good one you have a big advantage. But that's just me though, I'm no expert.
@@tomr6955 Ill start by saying I am also not an expert or a D1/high level player. But I disagree, I DO NOT think the racquet makes a huge difference. What makes a huge difference is timing, athleticism, consistency, shot selection, movement, spacing, etc etc etc. These are the attributes that got players to the D1 level, not their racquet. I think there should be thought given to what racquet a player plays with but it is very individual and thus why I think its silly to say "these are top racquets for college players" lol they've been playing for years already to get to that point why does enrolling in college mean you need a new frame (and specifically these frames mention in the video) - unless you sell them of course :)
@@eddiegoodman8411 Actually I totally agree with you that you don't need to get a new racquet every six months, I'm totally against that, it just seems like marketing to me. Find what works and stick with it, I'm on board with you on that too. For me at least the racquet really helps or hinders my game, on the times I've played with other racquets.
just got the new blade v8 98 16x19 had it for a month and it's amazing so easy to use after using the RFpro staff for the last couple of years that thing will teach you great technique
I love your channel and I think these are great choices. I would have to disagree about the Pure Strike, though. As a college player and user of the Pure Strike 18x20 I think it’s a very advanced racquet. I would not say the 18x20 is an easy transition and ESPECIALLY not easy to generate spin with the 18x20. I’d say the power level is pretty low as well. To be able to use the 18x20 you need to have a nice full swing and you need to provide the power yourself. The 16x19 would be an easier transition I’d say. I would agree with that. I just wanted to let you know about the 18x20 Pure Strike, because I know most people just compare it to the 16x19, but it’s really not. I’ve used both and they are two different racquets. Much love!
Hello, I have been transitioning to Yonex for better arm-friendly lately but my better days were with the PS 16x19 (old) which suits my game and enables me to be truly dominant on court. Someone i know is looking to sell a pair of new PS 18x20 for cheap but i have never tried 18x20 raxquets before. Could you please be as specific as you can about the differences of the two? Much appreciated.
How about making a video about rackets for players who hit flatter shots. I generally hit flatter and many of the rackets I try usually cause me to launch the ball straight into the fence when I dial up the power.
What if you have 40, tennis elbow, and decreasing power, so you dont feel well with control racquets, but when returning to something like pure drive, your arm hurts??
I have a pro stock Head gravity pro and it's 27.7 inches long haha. Different grip shape too. Same weight but .7 inches longer. Very hefty on the swing. Got sick of the QC variations on retail. Seems like only Yonex really comes within a respectable distance but I don't like how Yonex feels. Always seems unstable to me.
Hi Tennis spin I wanted to comment on your statement where you said that players usually graduate into players frames. I personally disagree with this and the biggest evidence is look at some of the best players in the world Federer and Nadal. They use rackets with an open string pattern plus lead tape. Nadals racket is the furthest thing from a players frame and yet he’s one of the titans of the sport and has dominated an entire surface that being clay. Do you think he would’ve been able to be as successful with some blade 95 18x20? Or a pro staff 90? No way! And even Federer’s racket has 6 mains in the throat which can be more powerful and launchy compared to an EZONE 98 with 8 mains in the throat. Even that guy Lucas Pouille I’m probably spelling his name wrong but he changed from a Prince 18x20 to a Pure drive! I believe that control comes from your technique and skills learned on court, NOT from a racket. Again this is just my two cents as the point you’re trying to make is brought up frequently with the racket loving types and I understand bc i am one haha. That being said I still appreciate the content you’re putting out and I hope you’re doing well during these tough times. Peace
I am turning 13 in 2 weeks, I have a UTR 7 and I win points from serving aces and big forehand. I play with a Wilson prostaff 90 (I know it’s old and heavy but I love it). I also add lead in the handle so it comes out to 360 grams. Should I switch?
Faraan Faruqi If the RF97 is considered going lighter for you, then I do recommend it. I’ve had a Pure Drive, and I didn’t like the feel. Had the regular Pro Staff, and it felt too light. Landed on the RF97 and I’ve loved it ever since👌🏻
They f'ed up the last countervail PS97 feel and inconsistent stringbed. Everyone hoping the new one in 2 months will be fixed. Yonex Vcore Pro 97 is what the ProStaff should have felt like.
I’m a college student/player and I use the RF97 V11. I love it, it provides a lot of control, you can play with lots of power, and can generate some great spin.
Hi, I'm currently playing with an aero pro drive cortex (2008 version), I want more control to be honest, I tested ezone 98, and I liked it, mainly when I hit through the ball. But I'm also thinking about the pure strike 98 16X19. Which one would you recommend ?
The blade is the most common racquet in my club. I also use one as my secondary racquet although I had to put a lot of lead to make it more suited for my heavy serve oriented playstyle. In general however I prefer playing with the Yonex Ezone DR98 since it is pretty much the best allrounder for me even though it took me a year to get used to the racquet. I'm about to get the 2020 version in the near future and I hope it delivers the same kind of feeling.
@@erickim8315 I didn't put any lead tape on my Ezone. I used it on my Blade and put it on 3 and 9 o'clock and and between the shaft and grip. After having played the Ezone(310gr) for a long time the blade (304gr) felt too light and unstable thus I customized it to about 314 gr. The Ezone DR98 was already perfect as it is for me but unfortunately it got some cracks this season and that's why I'm looking to get a new one.
2020 version have in my opinion the same feel as the DR. I have used the DR version for years but I recently made the switch after months testing & comparing to the 2020 version. It has the same feel but without the bad feedback outside the Sweetspot that the DR had.
@@custom4tennis472 yeah I recently demo'd and ordered my 2020 version and one thing it lacks tho is control so I'm probably going to add some lead tape on the 3 and 9. Also the ezone tour is coming out at 315 grams.
4.5-5.5s even 6s thinking they have "too much power" still doesn't make sense to me, the aeros the 2nd most used racket on the tour and no one's hitting alcaraz' forehands with one anyway, develop your game so you can keep heavy loopy balls in, instead of nerfing yourself to a weaker ball. nothing against control rackets but control is as much a part of your physical game as power is.
The number of players both WTA adn ATP playing with Pure Drives, Pure Aero's, and other frames of that ilk put the lie to the premise that you "grow out" of the above mentioned category of racquets: i.e., 100 sq inch, RA of 70 and north, etc.
you should notice that pros rackets are not the same as ours (retails). their rackets are really softer (RA 65 or less) and have several upgrades such as silicons etc. I have a Pro Stock Pure Drive (same Moya's and Fognini's mode) and it is a great frame. Completelly diferent of retails models.
I'm currently playing with an Head Speed MP. I've started playing a few months back this year after I stopped playing. Played 9 Years in total. I feel like the Head Speed gives me too much power sometimes. I've tested the Blade v6 but I felt like it actually had like zero power to it. Currently thinking about the Wilson Blade v7, the yonex vcore 98 or thee yonex vcore pro 97. I just want a little less power and more control than with my speed, but not like zero power that I felt with the Blade v6. Any recommendations? (Playing one handed backhand, mostly playing topspin)
Which version of the Speed MP are you playing? Try the Gravity MP if it's available for demo in your area. It's less powerful and more control than the Speed MP, with a string bed and head size that allow you to generate lots of topspin. And it's much more comfortable than the Speed MP. Also, if you haven't, play around with your string and tension setup to see if you can improve it without changing racquet.
When I was 12 (I’m 14 now) I switched to an ultra tour 18x20 with lead tape at 9,12, and 3. I’m surprised you say switch at 16 because I know many people that switched much earlier.
Random Person I am a big hitter and I never really lacked power. I actually used the same racquet you do now before I switched and it was too powerful. I just need the control.
I use a pure drive from 2015 that is extended and I’m a high school player should I keep using this racket? I even play tournaments with the racket plus i modded with lead at twelve and silicone in the handle. I’m 16 too
If you are comfortable then why switch? I feel like people often switch just for the sake of it but stick to what you are comfortable with. A pure drive is still a professional level racket.
@@niceguy5430 Definitely, Babolat Pure Drive is not an arm-friendly racket. But you can use good strings (low tension) or Hybrid Strings Sets and do a lot of gyms. I love the pure drive. I have a Pure Drive pro Stock. The same frame used by Fabio Fognini on ATP tour. It has 65 RA Flex and 335 g (strung). Nice Racket !!!
Been playing with a Head Prestige Youtek Mid for awhile but its been awhile since I played so i've developed some tennis elbow. Switched to the MP and lowered the tension to 52lbs (I did play with 62lbs a couple years ago and I still use synthetic gut) but I'm still hurting. Been a huge fan of heavy rackets with an eastern grip, do you think the Yonex Ezone 98 Tour would be a better switch to help my tennis elbow?
Do let me know...i have a similar problem...and i use similar racket as you....head prestige youtak MP....friends are recommending wilson clash 100 and head speed MP.....they are arm friendly
@@niceguy5430 Thanks for the suggestions, but I think ill demo the Yonex Ezone 98 Tour when it comes out in the U.S.. I'll let you know how it goes within the next 3 weeks or so!
I am 42 yrs old currently playing with head youtek prestige mp.....but its stiff and heavy for me.....i have arm issues as well...fellow players are recommending bobolat pure drive,as its not heavy and easy to swing....what do you say....
I have a Wilson 6.1 95 strung at 60, and it has a too much power. What racket would you recommend? I hit with a lot of topspin, and I usually have too much power. Is there a racket that has almost no power?
i'm not agree that when you grow, you don't need more power o you need more control, that depends of what do you want, Nadal plays with the aero (lots of power), Fognini plays with the pure drive, there are lot of players with that type of racquets.
@Marisol Roca it's just a paint job, they have customized racquets, Nadal doesn't really play with an aero, he plays with something made to his requirements
@@radreviewz9482 the funny thing is, the H19 and H22 are based of the Head's Prestige MP/Pro Tour (PT57) and 2nd gen Radical molds (inlcuding Djokovic's). Although I think the H22 is an actuall 98 while the Radical in question was a 95. Prince has one code TX220C? i think as well for the PT57/H19. Monfils basically used the same mold with all these 3 companies, just slap a diff paintjob per contract and he didnt really had to change much in between "switches"
That's exactly what he said they are transitioning away from. In the very beginning he said something like "If you're ready to upgrade from a pure drive or a banana these are the rackets I recommend".
@@arweiss21 I don't think it's the 95. I think it's called the Woofer. It's this one: thumbs.worthpoint.com/zoom/images3/1/0811/23/babolat-pure-control-team-98-sq_1_084f07bb2ab813e01c49331f199fa844.jpg
Rod Weir do you use the 95 too? I’m starting to think I need a higher swing weight for more plow-through, but I love the low flex, thin beam, and super head light balance. Sick guitar playing btw!
Hi. I am 20 years old and at university. I am looking to start playing tennis. i am already a squash player and have a powerful swing and normally play with a bit more control. What would you recommend for a first tennis racquet?
@@andresferrer9175 first of all, why would you assume I have watched that video, because I haven't. Second of all, Prince still makes great rackets, it is a missing variable. If you are going to ignore great rackets just because you don't sell them, it is stupid. I don't care if you don't sell them, but you should still at least refer to them.
@@also-dannythebozo he cant review them coz TW is the only seller of Prince in USA. They are great racquets, but they have that market locked down and getting a distribution deal from them to really wanna sell them, its not a very wise business move, low margins I supposed due to the extra middle man now. IIrmc what my local shop explained to me who used to sell many of them before Prince bankrupted.
@@chuckfriebe843 Could you please elaborate a bit more why? I'm looking for some guidelines for a transition in the coming months. I'd appreciate your advice.
@@chuckfriebe843 It's for my daughter. She is 13, and preparing for varsity. She used Babolat Pure Drive Lite with VS touch 16 at 54lb main and RPM blast 18 at 52lb cross. Currently with Clash 100L with VS touch 46lb main and Luxilon smart 16L 44lb cross after recovering from wrist injury. Clash was the softest racquet choice to continue tennis, and she has been doing well improving power and top spin. I'm studying the next step.
D Kim she sounds like she is a really good player. I play with Head racquets because you can customize them easily. However, at her current stage, the Wilson Blade is a fantastic racquet. She’ll get a ton of control and the racquet has great plow through and stability, but the racquet isn’t really heavy. The 16x19 gets loads of spin, but she’ll need to string it around 54 lbs to get the control and power she wants. Make sure you weigh all a few frames to get two or three that match in balance, weight and swing weight.
I was held back by oversize and MP racquets in High School, as soon as i tried a Prestige MP (95) and then the 600 (89.5), it unlocked my game to another level. Yes, more work, and thats the deal, it helped me become better coz I needed to use technique and not flicking wrist shots to injure me. Not anymore, no pain, lots of spin, lots of drive. The Confidence gained.
I'm 18 and I'm getting my pure strike 16x19 on Wednesday and I'm so excited!! I'm transitioning from a head radical team. I already tested the strike to see if I liked it and it was awesome. I felt like I had a lot more control and power. I also felt like I had to attack and hit the ball hard to access that power otherwise it wouldn't be so great, but I loved that feeling of giving everything I have to win the point.
That’s awesome bro, do u have any advice for someone who wants to start playing tennis?, I’m around ur age and this is something I’ve been wanting to do
My top racquets: pro staff 97RF, vcore 97hd and pure strike
8:58 “perfectly balanced”
Thanos approves. However, regarding the blade although the pros appear to be using the blade, majority are using the H22
Vansh Agarwal new blade is very low powered
If you actually make it to d1 college tennis, you get access to pro stocks from manufacturers so you won’t be playing with these retail frames anymore once you’re at that level. I know this based on a guy who I’ve been hitting with here in SoCal who’s coming back after injury but said he had a 4 year tennis careers at a small d2 school from Florida. He plays with a retail prestige but would tell me how only d-1 got access to Prostock inventory and was all based on how prestigious your school was for tennis. Kinda messed up if you ask me but that’s the system.
You realize that is no different than any other sport at the big time college level, right?
J.M. Sewell I do now 😅
I’m D1 and no one on my team is using a prostock racquet hahaha. But I don’t doubt that at the even bigger schools
Excellent comments addressed to young people. Coluld you do the same for 65 years old tennis players used to play tournaments at club level (meaning advanced players...). I really enjoy your channel ...
Cheers!
Joaquim (from Spain)
Great idea. 61, fit, still pretty quick, playing singles against younger players, working my tail off. Suggestions for transition to "more foregiving" stick for better players who may have (ahem) lost a step?
This is a good list and I 100% agree with you. Keep up the good work!
I had this problem too. I essentially developed tennis elbow from using my pure drive inappropriately. I started feeling like I had no control and so I tried to make up for it with string tension (i know bad idea) fast forward a few years and I was swinging a pure drive strung at 62 with a full bed of poli, I was ok in my late teens but in my 20s my arm just said no more. I wish you would have been around back then with all of this amazing info, It would have saved me a lot of pain
Dude, should I switch from PureDrive 2015 55 lbs string tension no dampener to another model? I used to compete here in Colombia in my teens but now I only play 3 times a week. I'm in my 20's. Thanks for the info.
@@andresfelipevalbuenagelvis2415 It will mainly depend on a few factors. the First factor is what kind of string are you using, 55lb is actually not bad if you’re using multifilament or synthetic gut. If youre using a Poly bed or hybrid 55 is not crazy high but it is on the high side, if your arm is filling it too much id try going down a tad to 52 or so and trying a softer poly string that might be more arm friendly. the next and most important factor is how it feels for you, Im assuming from what I wrote that I feels too responsive (like you lack control). In which case lower tension and softer strings might help your arm but make it more unwieldy, at which point id definitely recomended switching to something you feel fully comfortable with the gen 3 purestrike is a good bet if you like the feel of babolat, id definately demo some other brands, yonex E-zone is a fantastic option. Hope this helps good luck and good playing.
yea that would destroy your arm and elbow. Pure drive should be used with a low tension poly. like 52 lbs with hyper G or Cyclone. Easy power, spin, and good control
It does still depend on your style though, how you look to construct points and what you're willing to boost/sacrifice. A pure aero or pure drive is totally viable at the very, very highest levels of the sport, so long as it fits your style of play. But for sure, a lot of people as they get better, certainly those who play more straight up tennis, a more control protected racket can and often is better.
Silly to try to isolate frames for college kids. Play with what you like. At the end of the day if you can consistently hit the ball in the center of your frame with a somewhat neutral face you will have a good outcome. High level players do this with much more consistency which is why they're high level players.
at the d1 level people are only playing with babolat and wilson
I disagree, I reckon the racquet makes a huge difference and if you can start with a good one you have a big advantage.
But that's just me though, I'm no expert.
@@tomr6955 Ill start by saying I am also not an expert or a D1/high level player. But I disagree, I DO NOT think the racquet makes a huge difference. What makes a huge difference is timing, athleticism, consistency, shot selection, movement, spacing, etc etc etc. These are the attributes that got players to the D1 level, not their racquet. I think there should be thought given to what racquet a player plays with but it is very individual and thus why I think its silly to say "these are top racquets for college players" lol they've been playing for years already to get to that point why does enrolling in college mean you need a new frame (and specifically these frames mention in the video) - unless you sell them of course :)
@@eddiegoodman8411 Actually I totally agree with you that you don't need to get a new racquet every six months, I'm totally against that, it just seems like marketing to me.
Find what works and stick with it, I'm on board with you on that too.
For me at least the racquet really helps or hinders my game, on the times I've played with other racquets.
@@tomr6955 Cheers to that! Have a great day, Tom!
just got the new blade v8 98 16x19 had it for a month and it's amazing so easy to use after using the RFpro staff for the last couple of years that thing will teach you great technique
im wanting to get one is there anything to expect before playing with any tips I guess
For some reason Head rackets are much more popular in Europe than they are in the US.
I love your channel and I think these are great choices. I would have to disagree about the Pure Strike, though. As a college player and user of the Pure Strike 18x20 I think it’s a very advanced racquet. I would not say the 18x20 is an easy transition and ESPECIALLY not easy to generate spin with the 18x20. I’d say the power level is pretty low as well. To be able to use the 18x20 you need to have a nice full swing and you need to provide the power yourself. The 16x19 would be an easier transition I’d say. I would agree with that. I just wanted to let you know about the 18x20 Pure Strike, because I know most people just compare it to the 16x19, but it’s really not. I’ve used both and they are two different racquets. Much love!
Hello, I have been transitioning to Yonex for better arm-friendly lately but my better days were with the PS 16x19 (old) which suits my game and enables me to be truly dominant on court. Someone i know is looking to sell a pair of new PS 18x20 for cheap but i have never tried 18x20 raxquets before. Could you please be as specific as you can about the differences of the two? Much appreciated.
How about making a video about rackets for players who hit flatter shots. I generally hit flatter and many of the rackets I try usually cause me to launch the ball straight into the fence when I dial up the power.
Many thanks for this introduction. Great information for me.
it's not all because rackets, it's also the way way you play. Try underspin shots.
Shut yo ass up we here for the raquets if not we would be watching coaching video 😂
Recently switched from the Blade to the Yonex Vcore Pro and somehow the Yonex feels a little bit better on serve on one handed backhand!
What strings and tension would you recommend for the blades?
Luxilon Alu Power at 48-52 works for me.
NXT 16 control with 57 tension is great
I use Solinco confidential at 45lb
Can you please compare project one7 and the banana aero please? Thanks
Love my blade 98 v7.0 18*20
Good video! Federer stiffness 67,Zverev 67,Djokovic 68. In the store rasket stiffness 62--65/wilson,head.../ ???
Radical pro is nicer than all these imo. The strikes and the speeds are very similar . Ezone 98 is like a pure drive to me.
What do you think about the Yonex Vcore Pro 100 2019/2020?
What if you have 40, tennis elbow, and decreasing power, so you dont feel well with control racquets, but when returning to something like pure drive, your arm hurts??
What's your thoughts on the Wilson Pro staff RF 97 CV?
Anxiously waiting to see prestige and gravity at the beginning there 😝
What the heck the blade V7 are not head light, 2-4 pts HL strung
Nice video. Thanks. I have a question. Is Babolat pure strike 100inc headsize 16×19 a Control racquet ?
You did'nt say anything of the Head Speed Pro ... ! Thats my raquet and I want to know what's your opinion
What about the Wilson Six One 95?
Only available new as a Wilson pro labs purchase.
Watch on 1.25 you’ll thank me later :)
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Hey man do u have any advice for someone who wants to start playing tennis?
1,5x
How do people customize the weight of the racquets? Do they just add lead tape or do they do something else to add weight
Hi. Great content. What do you think of the Ezone 98 tour coming out?
I am also curious about the new Ezone.
I have a pro stock Head gravity pro and it's 27.7 inches long haha. Different grip shape too. Same weight but .7 inches longer. Very hefty on the swing.
Got sick of the QC variations on retail. Seems like only Yonex really comes within a respectable distance but I don't like how Yonex feels. Always seems unstable to me.
Lorenzo; string your racquet waaaay looser 42-45lbs stiffer the racquet looser then tension.
Hi Tennis spin I wanted to comment on your statement where you said that players usually graduate into players frames. I personally disagree with this and the biggest evidence is look at some of the best players in the world Federer and Nadal. They use rackets with an open string pattern plus lead tape. Nadals racket is the furthest thing from a players frame and yet he’s one of the titans of the sport and has dominated an entire surface that being clay. Do you think he would’ve been able to be as successful with some blade 95 18x20? Or a pro staff 90? No way! And even Federer’s racket has 6 mains in the throat which can be more powerful and launchy compared to an EZONE 98 with 8 mains in the throat. Even that guy Lucas Pouille I’m probably spelling his name wrong but he changed from a Prince 18x20 to a Pure drive! I believe that control comes from your technique and skills learned on court, NOT from a racket. Again this is just my two cents as the point you’re trying to make is brought up frequently with the racket loving types and I understand bc i am one haha. That being said I still appreciate the content you’re putting out and I hope you’re doing well during these tough times. Peace
I am turning 13 in 2 weeks, I have a UTR 7 and I win points from serving aces and big forehand. I play with a Wilson prostaff 90 (I know it’s old and heavy but I love it). I also add lead in the handle so it comes out to 360 grams. Should I switch?
No,stick with it! Keep it up! 👍🏻
Get an RF97👌🏻
@@mattyd337 too heavy for him 340grms unstrung. Countervail 315grms 👍🏻
Tennis Castro I mean, He’s swinging a racquet that weighs 360 grams, so I don’t see a problem going down 20 grams and getting a bigger headsize
Faraan Faruqi If the RF97 is considered going lighter for you, then I do recommend it. I’ve had a Pure Drive, and I didn’t like the feel. Had the regular Pro Staff, and it felt too light. Landed on the RF97 and I’ve loved it ever since👌🏻
Old guy here. Still like my pure dtive. But the ezone does feel better.
Yeah ! Babolat Pure Drive Rules !!!
I love the Ezone 100
would you say the VS versions of the pure aero/drive are still too powerful compared to these sticks?
Much more controlled. They are more head light too
Really like the video
You help me a lot
Thanks
Harry, why do you talk about older stronger players getting rid of Pure Drive style racquets when there are pros who use Pure Drive style racquets?
pros use pro stock.......they don't use retail rackets...they "endorse" them
at 58 years young; im thinking a babolet pure drive would be best for me now and not as strong as i used to be or fast. anyone agree w/ me?
What about the prostaff 97?? 🎾💥
They f'ed up the last countervail PS97 feel and inconsistent stringbed. Everyone hoping the new one in 2 months will be fixed. Yonex Vcore Pro 97 is what the ProStaff should have felt like.
@@javace79 Hasn't it always been inconsistent though? I've got the original PS97 and can certainly vouch for the inconsistent string bed
video is specifically geared towards more arm friendly and more flex rated racquets. prostaff and rf97a are SUPER stiff
My guess why the PS wasn’t included is that the CV was discontinued and the v13 wasn’t released at that time.
I’m a college student/player and I use the RF97 V11. I love it, it provides a lot of control, you can play with lots of power, and can generate some great spin.
Hi, I'm currently playing with an aero pro drive cortex (2008 version), I want more control to be honest, I tested ezone 98, and I liked it, mainly when I hit through the ball. But I'm also thinking about the pure strike 98 16X19. Which one would you recommend ?
There have been so many people complaining about tennis elbow when playing with the pure strike. Any comments on the new version?
Hello! Which racket gives more speed and power ? The new Ezone 100 or ezone 98? Thank you!!!
The blade is the most common racquet in my club. I also use one as my secondary racquet although I had to put a lot of lead to make it more suited for my heavy serve oriented playstyle. In general however I prefer playing with the Yonex Ezone DR98 since it is pretty much the best allrounder for me even though it took me a year to get used to the racquet. I'm about to get the 2020 version in the near future and I hope it delivers the same kind of feeling.
Don't plz ~2020 is a far worse version than the amazing dr. Let yonex make no money and they'll learn the lesson
Where do you put your lead tape in your racquet for the ezone? Cuz I'm wondering where I should put mine
@@erickim8315 I didn't put any lead tape on my Ezone. I used it on my Blade and put it on 3 and 9 o'clock and and between the shaft and grip. After having played the Ezone(310gr) for a long time the blade (304gr) felt too light and unstable thus I customized it to about 314 gr.
The Ezone DR98 was already perfect as it is for me but unfortunately it got some cracks this season and that's why I'm looking to get a new one.
2020 version have in my opinion the same feel as the DR. I have used the DR version for years but I recently made the switch after months testing & comparing to the 2020 version. It has the same feel but without the bad feedback outside the Sweetspot that the DR had.
@@custom4tennis472 yeah I recently demo'd and ordered my 2020 version and one thing it lacks tho is control so I'm probably going to add some lead tape on the 3 and 9. Also the ezone tour is coming out at 315 grams.
Head Radical Tour my favorite racket!
The one Agassi played back in the days :)
4.5-5.5s even 6s thinking they have "too much power" still doesn't make sense to me, the aeros the 2nd most used racket on the tour and no one's hitting alcaraz' forehands with one anyway, develop your game so you can keep heavy loopy balls in, instead of nerfing yourself to a weaker ball. nothing against control rackets but control is as much a part of your physical game as power is.
What are your thoughts on the yonex vcore 95? Is it a good racquet to use? Would lead tape benefit the racquet?
So why does fognini use a pure drive? Nadal using the 2005 aero pro
The number of players both WTA adn ATP playing with Pure Drives, Pure Aero's, and other frames of that ilk put the lie to the premise that you "grow out" of the above mentioned category of racquets: i.e., 100 sq inch, RA of 70 and north, etc.
you should notice that pros rackets are not the same as ours (retails). their rackets are really softer (RA 65 or less) and have several upgrades such as silicons etc. I have a Pro Stock Pure Drive (same Moya's and Fognini's mode) and it is a great frame. Completelly diferent of retails models.
@@rodrigovta Where did you get that from?
Hi. In what category will you put the Head Graphen 360 Instinct MP?
(I'm using it with Velocity string, tension 25 kg)
I know you don't stock Prince but what are your thoughts on the Prince Phantom 100G?
Hey TennisSpin do many college men use the Yonex 2019 Vcore Pro 97 310 without customization?
I'm currently playing with an Head Speed MP. I've started playing a few months back this year after I stopped playing. Played 9 Years in total. I feel like the Head Speed gives me too much power sometimes. I've tested the Blade v6 but I felt like it actually had like zero power to it. Currently thinking about the Wilson Blade v7, the yonex vcore 98 or thee yonex vcore pro 97. I just want a little less power and more control than with my speed, but not like zero power that I felt with the Blade v6. Any recommendations? (Playing one handed backhand, mostly playing topspin)
Gravity pro is less powered than the speed and is my racket of choice. I've tried the pure strike and still abit powerful for a control stick.
Which version of the Speed MP are you playing? Try the Gravity MP if it's available for demo in your area. It's less powerful and more control than the Speed MP, with a string bed and head size that allow you to generate lots of topspin. And it's much more comfortable than the Speed MP.
Also, if you haven't, play around with your string and tension setup to see if you can improve it without changing racquet.
what would you say about the dunlop cx200?
Whould you consider the new Wilson Pro Staff 97 a COLLEGE level racket?
What about pro staff 97 v13 315g?
And what about blade 98 v8?
Ezone 98 with yonex synthetic did caused moi tennis elbow pain. Wonder if anyone else shares similar experience?
nahh maybe 2018 version. The 2020 version is very soft & muted
Pure aero is super duper💪🏻🇩🇰
So you mean Nadal needs power from pure aero ?
what about the speed pro you don't recommend at all for the college level?
I'll stick with my aero pro drive 2013. Still need the power and love the feel.
I know what you talking about. You should try the new version, it’s the evolution of that version.
I have the cortex from 2008 as well! What an awesome racquet with so much spin. I’m not sure what I should upgrade to, if anything at all.
@@p4ulodi4s I have. They're hard rubbish.
which one is better, pure strike 18x20 or 16x19?
Hi. What happened to the Wilson burn ( orange thing). I loved mine. What has replaced it...?
Paddy Wilmot it was replaced by the Ultras I guess
When I was 12 (I’m 14 now) I switched to an ultra tour 18x20 with lead tape at 9,12, and 3. I’m surprised you say switch at 16 because I know many people that switched much earlier.
Random Person I am a big hitter and I never really lacked power. I actually used the same racquet you do now before I switched and it was too powerful. I just need the control.
Random Person yeah but do you need control or power more
Random Person idk man if the pro staff works for you then keep using it
Random Person oh
I use a pure drive from 2015 that is extended and I’m a high school player should I keep using this racket? I even play tournaments with the racket plus i modded with lead at twelve and silicone in the handle. I’m 16 too
If you are comfortable then why switch? I feel like people often switch just for the sake of it but stick to what you are comfortable with. A pure drive is still a professional level racket.
@@vanshagarwal2362 I agree ! Babolat Pure Drive ia still a great stick
@@rodrigovta is it arm friendly
@@niceguy5430 Definitely, Babolat Pure Drive is not an arm-friendly racket. But you can use good strings (low tension) or Hybrid Strings Sets and do a lot of gyms. I love the pure drive. I have a Pure Drive pro Stock. The same frame used by Fabio Fognini on ATP tour. It has 65 RA Flex and 335 g (strung). Nice Racket !!!
@@niceguy5430 I got used to playing with stiff rackets over the years. Thanks for the comments. Best Regards !!!
That’s the error there. They should keep with Banana Aero, the best racquet of all time. No doubt about.
eh, debatable
Been playing with a Head Prestige Youtek Mid for awhile but its been awhile since I played so i've developed some tennis elbow. Switched to the MP and lowered the tension to 52lbs (I did play with 62lbs a couple years ago and I still use synthetic gut) but I'm still hurting. Been a huge fan of heavy rackets with an eastern grip, do you think the Yonex Ezone 98 Tour would be a better switch to help my tennis elbow?
Do let me know...i have a similar problem...and i use similar racket as you....head prestige youtak MP....friends are recommending wilson clash 100 and head speed MP.....they are arm friendly
@@niceguy5430 Thanks for the suggestions, but I think ill demo the Yonex Ezone 98 Tour when it comes out in the U.S.. I'll let you know how it goes within the next 3 weeks or so!
Spot on. Nice video mate.
I am 42 yrs old currently playing with head youtek prestige mp.....but its stiff and heavy for me.....i have arm issues as well...fellow players are recommending bobolat pure drive,as its not heavy and easy to swing....what do you say....
The new prestige line is meant to be much more comfortable
I wana play with the big racket in the background resting against the window 😃
Speed MP 2022
So was the head speed pro on the list orrr?
No Wilson Prostaff? My son is in college and that is what he uses. I have used it for 25 years.
I have a Wilson 6.1 95 strung at 60, and it has a too much power. What racket would you recommend? I hit with a lot of topspin, and I usually have too much power. Is there a racket that has almost no power?
Prestige mid!
1978 jack kramer...original strings
You are very Strong fellow! It is really high string tension for this kind of racket ! Congrats
@@rodrigovtathat’s not a particularly high tension for that particular racquet
i'm not agree that when you grow, you don't need more power o you need more control, that depends of what do you want, Nadal plays with the aero (lots of power), Fognini plays with the pure drive, there are lot of players with that type of racquets.
@Marisol Roca it's just a paint job, they have customized racquets, Nadal doesn't really play with an aero, he plays with something made to his requirements
Most of the touring pros use either the H19 or H22 racquets.
Maybe just the Wilson ones. Are most sponsored by Wilson?
@@radreviewz9482 the funny thing is, the H19 and H22 are based of the Head's Prestige MP/Pro Tour (PT57) and 2nd gen Radical molds (inlcuding Djokovic's). Although I think the H22 is an actuall 98 while the Radical in question was a 95. Prince has one code TX220C? i think as well for the PT57/H19. Monfils basically used the same mold with all these 3 companies, just slap a diff paintjob per contract and he didnt really had to change much in between "switches"
My raquet of choice: Head gravity mp
Whats yours?
I want the gravity. But don't know if MP or Pro.
@@anthonymicha7079 Try the one in between- the tour
@@anthonymicha7079 for sure de MP, it has a more open string patern and easier a
Access to spin. Search in the internet....
@@yali3068 Thanks Yali ! The thing is I’ve been using a Pure Drive and I don’t stand it any more. But yeah, good idea with the Tour version.
Which blade string pattern do you recommend?
18X20 is the best
Sooo... Pure Drives ARE NOT for advanced adults...?
See a lot of blades in D1
How about drive or banana vs? Would they be a good choice for transitioning?
That's exactly what he said they are transitioning away from. In the very beginning he said something like "If you're ready to upgrade from a pure drive or a banana these are the rackets I recommend".
Hi Peter, I was asking about the VS versions, which are suppossed to be more control-orientated racquets
What about pure aero vs
98 square inch
What about Dunlop cx 200
I just got a Babolat Pure Control. I know they don't make them anymore, but how does it fall in the line up of rackets?
Peter R is it the pure control 95? That’s what I use, and it’s much harder to use than any of these racquets bc of how low the power is
@@arweiss21 Agreed. The 95 Pure Control is very low powered, and has a great soft, flexible feel. Reminds me of the old Prestige / Radical line.
@@arweiss21 I don't think it's the 95. I think it's called the Woofer. It's this one: thumbs.worthpoint.com/zoom/images3/1/0811/23/babolat-pure-control-team-98-sq_1_084f07bb2ab813e01c49331f199fa844.jpg
Peter R link didn’t work for me...
Rod Weir do you use the 95 too? I’m starting to think I need a higher swing weight for more plow-through, but I love the low flex, thin beam, and super head light balance.
Sick guitar playing btw!
Pure Drive hurt my elbow too - ouch
Really.. I use the 21 pure drive and havent had any elbow pain
Hi. I am 20 years old and at university. I am looking to start playing tennis. i am already a squash player and have a powerful swing and normally play with a bit more control. What would you recommend for a first tennis racquet?
Could you recommend rackets for intermediate fat player 😁
Absolutely
What's the best racquets for about 13-15
Why don’t you put pro staff in this video?! :))
Probably because it's too heavy for most.
Because at that time, Pro Staff counterveils were sold out and the v13 ones have not been released.
RF97 not in this range?
Wait...so not even the Clash Pro??
Where is the Wilson clash?
How bout the prince phantom 93p 🥺
he dosen't review prince
@@andresferrer9175 it is stupid of him, honestly.
@@also-dannythebozo are you dumb, he explained why. He doesn't sell them, so why should he review them?
@@andresferrer9175 first of all, why would you assume I have watched that video, because I haven't. Second of all, Prince still makes great rackets, it is a missing variable. If you are going to ignore great rackets just because you don't sell them, it is stupid. I don't care if you don't sell them, but you should still at least refer to them.
@@also-dannythebozo he cant review them coz TW is the only seller of Prince in USA. They are great racquets, but they have that market locked down and getting a distribution deal from them to really wanna sell them, its not a very wise business move, low margins I supposed due to the extra middle man now. IIrmc what my local shop explained to me who used to sell many of them before Prince bankrupted.
Do those babolat pure strikes have that cheap matte finishes?
Pure drive killed my arm.
No Babs?
Where would you put Wilson Clash?
In the garbage. 😂
@@chuckfriebe843 Could you please elaborate a bit more why? I'm looking for some guidelines for a transition in the coming months. I'd appreciate your advice.
D Kim what’s your level?
@@chuckfriebe843 It's for my daughter. She is 13, and preparing for varsity. She used Babolat Pure Drive Lite with VS touch 16 at 54lb main and RPM blast 18 at 52lb cross. Currently with Clash 100L with VS touch 46lb main and Luxilon smart 16L 44lb cross after recovering from wrist injury. Clash was the softest racquet choice to continue tennis, and she has been doing well improving power and top spin. I'm studying the next step.
D Kim she sounds like she is a really good player. I play with Head racquets because you can customize them easily. However, at her current stage, the Wilson Blade is a fantastic racquet. She’ll get a ton of control and the racquet has great plow through and stability, but the racquet isn’t really heavy. The 16x19 gets loads of spin, but she’ll need to string it around 54 lbs to get the control and power she wants. Make sure you weigh all a few frames to get two or three that match in balance, weight and swing weight.
where is clash and clash pro?