I played 10 years with a 100 aero, change to the 98, felt that it gives me lot more control on the baseline shots, volley and the serve is so much better.
Thx for the comparison! I agree with your assessment - I found the 98 to be more direct, whippier, controlled. The 100 was great but just a little clunky, and I felt less confident hitting all out with it. Slice backhands, one of my mainstays, pop up more with the 100. Where the 100 is better is put away volleys and more powerful serve. 98 all the way for me!
At this point I struggle to see a use-case for the 100. It kind of makes me sad as I grew up with the ADPs, but I think their true spirit lives on in the 98.
@@TennCom it did - even with the below spec swingweight, crazy easy power on groundies and so stable and powerful at net. I wanted to find another and switch to it, but probably not tenable long term
I’ve used both, crazy how different they are. The 100 felt a bit clunky, couldn’t serve to save my life, bit of a trampoline. Just got the 98 and had a few sessions, oh boy my forehand and serve feel unbelievable. OHBH is taking a bit to dial in with the speed this cuts through the air, reminds me most of the VC95. The stiffness straight scares me, but if I don’t develop any pain or anything I’ll be sticking with the 98
I had some arm pain with Tourna Silver 7 Tour, but Wasabi has been an absolute dream. Also put 5g of lead at 7 inches (not for this comparison, but for my own enjoyment) and it really compliments the playability nicely.
@@TennCom so you’re effectively de-polarising it slightly? I need to get me some wasabi. WAs wondering about M8 at something like 45lbs and how that would play too for maximum predictability
@@tophersuwita its 21-23-22mm so it's pretty thin for a modern racket. In person it looks super thin for the style of beam it is. Helped a lot with top spin OHBH and kick serves compared to an ezone or the standard PA because the angle of attack is so much more forgiving
Is the 98 much different than the vs in terms of feel and stiffness? I found the vs a bit stiff feeling. I suppose it depends also on the string one uses. That could be a good video comparison
loved the comparisson, I am buying one of them tomorrow but still dont know which one. Its going to be my first babolat and my first spin racket, i have never owned a 100 sq inch racket before so may be leaing towards the 98, any suggstions? thanks!
@@TennCom Would you suggest any specific strings? I currently use hyper G at 48 lbs in my head radical, should i move to a more "comfortable" string like hyper G soft or a confidential? or just keep everything the same and see how it goes? thanks again!
Hey Beckett, I’ve got a conflict in my soul. I had a 100, had a loose overgrip that led to a cracked frame on an overhead. Now deciding if I take the jump to 98 instead of replacing the 100. Only been playing committed tennis about 16 months but I play all the time and really developed my strokes. Worried at my stage I still need the forgiveness of 100, but have hit with 98 in Ezone and vcore before and enjoyed. Any thoughts or is this one of those “only I can decide in my heart…”
If you were happy enough with the 100 I'd stay there. Changing racquets is usually bad for your tennis. If you want to try something new though, then trust your heart and get what excites you most.
Hi! Is there any upgrade between de aero 98 and the aero vs? What are the differences according to babolat? Any new technology? It feels like is just a rename and a new paintjob
The grommets on the VS are oval shaped at 12 and 6. TW also quotes higher twistweight and swingweights on the 98 (although we don't know what variances they are seeing). My 98 was way underspec (320 SW strung) so to me they basically felt the exact same, though I wasn't able to hit them back to back.
When the Aero 98 first came out the SW was like 327 or something but they've since lowered it to 321 I think, so I just had weight at 12 to get 327 and then handle weight to preserve the balance.
Beckett - as a longtime Aeropro user/fan, how do you feel these new models compare with the original Aeropro Drive of 2004-05? (I´ve read that some people claim the Pure Aero 100 and Pure Aero 98 have elements or characteristics of the APD original?)
I would say the 100 is still a Pure Aero through and through, but the 98 feels like the spiritual successor of the true ADP. My buddy has a PA Rafa, which has grommets that look more like APD grommets than PA grommets, so Ill be making a video on how that compares to ADPs in the future
Hi Beckett sorry for asking too many questions. I know these are very different racquets, but if you could only pick one between PS97 v14, Aero 98, and Radical MP, which would it be?
I feel that the Shift is quite unappealing to me. I really don't like racquets have have variable flexes. There were definitely times where the Shift felt worse and more uncomfortable than even the Aero 98. I think you can hit more spin with the Shift, but I don't think that extra spin is going to win you more points.
@TennCom in all his videos about pro’s rackets does what… adds G’s everywhere possible because that’s the key to those pro kind of shots. So no need to choose between this Pure aero or other, take any head speed or extreme or gravity or Yonex with base weight 300g non strung, add at least 20 g of weight 3 and 9 o clock position and handle , make sure the stiffness rating is below 65 to keep that elbow safe and string tension on poly’s max 24/25 kg. There you have it! The ultimate cheat! Will be ripping the ball.
Whiteout 18x20, Strike 18x20, I haven't actually hit the Gravity Tour, but I have to assume the Gravity Tour since the MP hits a lot more spin than I would have expected. Also, here are some 16x19's that offer the control of an 18x20: EZONE 98, Radical MP/Pro, Prostaff 97.
I will be honest with you since you are always honest with me. While I'm personally quite interested in trying a Donnay, its not always worth making videos of lesser known racquets from an ROI perspective. If I were to get full engineering support from them, like I got with Bolt and Solinco, I think I would do it, otherwise, its more likely something that I would put on our membership page in a more casual format (tennisnerd-like).
Yes, I'm be doing the 97 only though, at least for now, potentially the 100D should it ever come to Canada. I have a first impressions up on the membership page, full review will unfortunately have to wait for my arm to heal so I can get some more hitting footage.
@@TennCom Clunky in terms of stiffness or not very forgiving? I am a small player (5"7), flat hitter who's looking for the ideal mix between power and control, greetings
I have seen you hit with both rackets and I see you very enthusiastic with the 98…. but honestly the 100 is much better for you because the shot is softer and more compact, it has more depth and you hit a ball with more weight, the 98 ring with your ball speed doesn't even hurt, if you play against a medium level player- high will melt you because you leave it perfect for him to kill you, your ball does not hurt with the 98, it is advice from a good friend
Jesus, thanks for your comment, but I don't think you can base your opinions of the footage in this video when I'm hitting at 50% to provide commentary for this video.
@@TennCom It could be… that's what you can see from here, the devastating spin of the aero 98 catches my attention…. has much more!!! I think it is due to the lower balance 31.5, being more maneuverable and less thick in the rim... it may have more spin.... I have a question… do you recommend the solinco tour bite or the yonex poly tour spin? I notice more control with yonex poly tour spin…
Pretty different, most players will have an easier time with the 98 due to the weight and forgiveness from the beam shape. PSX is nice if you know you like a heavier weight and want something with natural stability, more like a spin friendly Gravity Pro.
@@TennCom Thanks Beckett ! I'm just thinking about switching to Aero 98 from PSX - which I play very well from my groundstrokes, but my serve with PSX (probably due to heavyness, however my PSX weight 338g with string, so maybe its underspec) is so weak compare to lighter rackets. I play mostly on clay, use a lot of topspin and need something like the PSX's own (for stability and power reasons, lighter rackets is better for my serve but worse for my groundstrokes), but which would help me with my serve. I've noticed that 98's better than 100's for my serve. Of course I'll get a demo of Aero 98 from a local store, but the question is whether you think such a change (PSX to Aero 98) makes sense.
LOL the problem with racketoholics is that they blame the racquet and strings, while hitting their kick serve at the slice serve spot(far in front on the right for righties)
I ask bc I play with Blade V8 16/19 and have been looking for more power with out sacrificing maneuverability. I've found that the threshold is a beam thickness of 23mm or less.@@TennCom
Wasabi was my favourite, specifically the pom red, but I didn't try a ton of setups, only Wasabi, Silver 7 Tour, Wasabi X Pro Hybrid and Caviar. S7T was too stiff for me and I felt my forearm knot up quite badly after a long 3 set match. I'm sure like Confidential or RPM Rough would play great too.
@@TennCom Thanks, I feel the same. However, what if one wants to use something for better reminder or data collection for betterment over time. Use tech to help himself. Here's a list of things that I could find: 1. Swing vision 2. iSetWatch 3. With new Android smart watches there would be many new apps. 4. Tennis in/out 5. Sony smart tennis sensor 6. Zepp Tennis sensor 7. iWunu 8. Babolat Pop 9. Neuro Tennis (the best out of the lot in my opinion) May be food for thought for your next video.
VC98 is much softer feeling and lower powered. Its also more maneuverable, though its less stable. I think most players will prefer the PA98 unless arm pain is a major concern.
Non of them! Fake advertisement under “Alcaraz” branding. You will not hit like him with that static weight and poly strings, and even if you do, good luck having elbow/wrist issues. What people need to understand… That key to power to shots like the pro’s have is of course their physical shape and technique but MOSTLY racket static weight! (And natural gut hybrid lol). Most of the pros have rackets weighing above 340g static. So any BS below 305g including will get you nowhere
some of these shots look so good for a small youtube channel. like wtf that sunset on the bench? ok scorsese
hahah tytytyty
I played 10 years with a 100 aero, change to the 98, felt that it gives me lot more control on the baseline shots, volley and the serve is so much better.
Thx for the comparison! I agree with your assessment - I found the 98 to be more direct, whippier, controlled. The 100 was great but just a little clunky, and I felt less confident hitting all out with it. Slice backhands, one of my mainstays, pop up more with the 100. Where the 100 is better is put away volleys and more powerful serve. 98 all the way for me!
At this point I struggle to see a use-case for the 100. It kind of makes me sad as I grew up with the ADPs, but I think their true spirit lives on in the 98.
@@TennCom yeah I played with a 343sw strung origin, and it played a lot better to me than the pure aero 100 2023
@@jorgetirado3201 did the layup feel different to you?
I love the Pure Aero 98 after switching this year from the PS RF 97. easy access to spin, more foregiving and great for kick and slice serves
@@TennCom it did - even with the below spec swingweight, crazy easy power on groundies and so stable and powerful at net. I wanted to find another and switch to it, but probably not tenable long term
I have both, don't agree with some scores... PA100 better slice, volley, power, spin and stability.
I like the 100 better too. Its more of a secure ball on the backhand and forgiving
Pure Aero 98, Blade and Speed Pro best brackets and best rackets for customisation on the market IMO
I'm a little surprised you gave the PA 98 such strong numbers, especially in the spin category, compared to the 100!
For me, the extra RHS you get from the 98 goes incredibly far.
I’ve used both, crazy how different they are. The 100 felt a bit clunky, couldn’t serve to save my life, bit of a trampoline. Just got the 98 and had a few sessions, oh boy my forehand and serve feel unbelievable. OHBH is taking a bit to dial in with the speed this cuts through the air, reminds me most of the VC95. The stiffness straight scares me, but if I don’t develop any pain or anything I’ll be sticking with the 98
I had some arm pain with Tourna Silver 7 Tour, but Wasabi has been an absolute dream. Also put 5g of lead at 7 inches (not for this comparison, but for my own enjoyment) and it really compliments the playability nicely.
@@TennCom so you’re effectively de-polarising it slightly? I need to get me some wasabi. WAs wondering about M8 at something like 45lbs and how that would play too for maximum predictability
Is it fast for OHBH? Doesn't PA98 have thicker frame?
@@tophersuwita its 21-23-22mm so it's pretty thin for a modern racket. In person it looks super thin for the style of beam it is. Helped a lot with top spin OHBH and kick serves compared to an ezone or the standard PA because the angle of attack is so much more forgiving
@@zacattack5243 I see, thanks for the info. I have big big flat serve with VC 95, is PA 98 good too for such serve?
Of course the 98 feels stiffer. Must be the string bed. You have one more cross in the 98 and all strings are shorter.
Is the 98 much different than the vs in terms of feel and stiffness? I found the vs a bit stiff feeling. I suppose it depends also on the string one uses. That could be a good video comparison
I found them to play mostly the same
I just wonder if my arm can take all of that stiffness
can you make a video dedicated for budget rackets like artengo tr 990 pro or tr 960 tour?
loved the comparisson, I am buying one of them tomorrow but still dont know which one. Its going to be my first babolat and my first spin racket, i have never owned a 100 sq inch racket before so may be leaing towards the 98, any suggstions? thanks!
98 100% its a special racquet
@@TennCom Thank you!
@@TennCom Would you suggest any specific strings? I currently use hyper G at 48 lbs in my head radical, should i move to a more "comfortable" string like hyper G soft or a confidential? or just keep everything the same and see how it goes? thanks again!
Jtf
The 100 is not stiff to the arm.
Hey Beckett, I’ve got a conflict in my soul. I had a 100, had a loose overgrip that led to a cracked frame on an overhead. Now deciding if I take the jump to 98 instead of replacing the 100. Only been playing committed tennis about 16 months but I play all the time and really developed my strokes. Worried at my stage I still need the forgiveness of 100, but have hit with 98 in Ezone and vcore before and enjoyed. Any thoughts or is this one of those “only I can decide in my heart…”
If you were happy enough with the 100 I'd stay there. Changing racquets is usually bad for your tennis. If you want to try something new though, then trust your heart and get what excites you most.
@@TennCom thanks! Thinking I may be able to get a warranty… my tentative plan is to get a 98 soon though!!! Love the content
Hi!
Is there any upgrade between de aero 98 and the aero vs? What are the differences according to babolat? Any new technology?
It feels like is just a rename and a new paintjob
The grommets on the VS are oval shaped at 12 and 6. TW also quotes higher twistweight and swingweights on the 98 (although we don't know what variances they are seeing). My 98 was way underspec (320 SW strung) so to me they basically felt the exact same, though I wasn't able to hit them back to back.
I have 2 VS, getting 2 more and i have 2- 98's
Both feel so similar. They are so close on spec between all of them it was impressive
Beckett. How did you modify your Aero 98. I believe you added something to “get it up to spec”?
When the Aero 98 first came out the SW was like 327 or something but they've since lowered it to 321 I think, so I just had weight at 12 to get 327 and then handle weight to preserve the balance.
Beckett - as a longtime Aeropro user/fan, how do you feel these new models compare with the original Aeropro Drive of 2004-05?
(I´ve read that some people claim the Pure Aero 100 and Pure Aero 98 have elements or characteristics of the APD original?)
I would say the 100 is still a Pure Aero through and through, but the 98 feels like the spiritual successor of the true ADP. My buddy has a PA Rafa, which has grommets that look more like APD grommets than PA grommets, so Ill be making a video on how that compares to ADPs in the future
that face you're making on the preview shot is hilarious 😂
i actually despise it and i wanted to vomit while making the thumbnail
lmao it's quite despicable @@TennCom
@@TennComlooking like Elmer from bugs bunny lol
I used a 100 sq in racket for years, switching to a 98 was a dream. Both solid, but something about 98 feels so…perfect
The feeling of the weight on the 98 is more lighter than 100?
Better test would be BATTLE OF 71RA 98'S , MENS #1 VS WOMANS #1....PA98 VS IGA TEMPO
Great review
thanks!
Aeropro original still the best ever!
imagine peaking on your first try
@@TennCom keep "chasing the dragon"!! 😂
Hi Beckett sorry for asking too many questions. I know these are very different racquets, but if you could only pick one between PS97 v14, Aero 98, and Radical MP, which would it be?
I would probably pick the Aero 98.
@@TennCom thank you and more power to you ;)
How do you feel about pure aero 98 vs Wilson shift 99? Is it too different to compare?
I feel that the Shift is quite unappealing to me. I really don't like racquets have have variable flexes. There were definitely times where the Shift felt worse and more uncomfortable than even the Aero 98. I think you can hit more spin with the Shift, but I don't think that extra spin is going to win you more points.
What is the best string for the pure aero 98, if I want more control
@TennCom in all his videos about pro’s rackets does what… adds G’s everywhere possible because that’s the key to those pro kind of shots. So no need to choose between this Pure aero or other, take any head speed or extreme or gravity or Yonex with base weight 300g non strung, add at least 20 g of weight 3 and 9 o clock position and handle , make sure the stiffness rating is below 65 to keep that elbow safe and string tension on poly’s max 24/25 kg. There you have it! The ultimate cheat! Will be ripping the ball.
Can you recommend a couple 18x20 racquets that have better than average spin potential (for 18x20's)? Thanks!!
Whiteout 18x20, Strike 18x20, I haven't actually hit the Gravity Tour, but I have to assume the Gravity Tour since the MP hits a lot more spin than I would have expected.
Also, here are some 16x19's that offer the control of an 18x20: EZONE 98, Radical MP/Pro, Prostaff 97.
If you get a chance , would you mind testing the Donnay pro 1 97" OCTA 16x19 and 18x20 ?
I will be honest with you since you are always honest with me. While I'm personally quite interested in trying a Donnay, its not always worth making videos of lesser known racquets from an ROI perspective. If I were to get full engineering support from them, like I got with Bolt and Solinco, I think I would do it, otherwise, its more likely something that I would put on our membership page in a more casual format (tennisnerd-like).
Would you please consider doing a review of the new Yonnex Percept line? I’ve heard a lot of other opinions, but I’d really like to hear yours.
Yes, I'm be doing the 97 only though, at least for now, potentially the 100D should it ever come to Canada. I have a first impressions up on the membership page, full review will unfortunately have to wait for my arm to heal so I can get some more hitting footage.
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Hi Becket, would you recommend the 98 for a one handed backhand? The 100 felt too powerful and not accurate enough while placing the ball, thks.
its a bit clunky on the one hander imo
@@TennCom Clunky in terms of stiffness or not very forgiving? I am a small player (5"7), flat hitter who's looking for the ideal mix between power and control, greetings
How big is the power difference between the 2?
I have seen you hit with both rackets and I see you very enthusiastic with the 98…. but honestly the 100 is much better for you because the shot is softer and more compact, it has more depth and you hit a ball with more weight, the 98 ring with your ball speed doesn't even hurt, if you play against a medium level player- high will melt you because you leave it perfect for him to kill you, your ball does not hurt with the 98, it is advice from a good friend
Jesus, thanks for your comment, but I don't think you can base your opinions of the footage in this video when I'm hitting at 50% to provide commentary for this video.
@@TennCom It could be… that's what you can see from here, the devastating spin of the aero 98 catches my attention…. has much more!!! I think it is due to the lower balance 31.5, being more maneuverable and less thick in the rim... it may have more spin.... I have a question… do you recommend the solinco tour bite or the yonex poly tour spin? I notice more control with yonex poly tour spin…
Finally a comparison 😢
Beckett how do you compare Aero 98 to Wilson Pro Staff X? Its completely different or you can compare them?
Pretty different, most players will have an easier time with the 98 due to the weight and forgiveness from the beam shape. PSX is nice if you know you like a heavier weight and want something with natural stability, more like a spin friendly Gravity Pro.
@@TennCom Thanks Beckett ! I'm just thinking about switching to Aero 98 from PSX - which I play very well from my groundstrokes, but my serve with PSX (probably due to heavyness, however my PSX weight 338g with string, so maybe its underspec) is so weak compare to lighter rackets. I play mostly on clay, use a lot of topspin and need something like the PSX's own (for stability and power reasons, lighter rackets is better for my serve but worse for my groundstrokes), but which would help me with my serve. I've noticed that 98's better than 100's for my serve. Of course I'll get a demo of Aero 98 from a local store, but the question is whether you think such a change (PSX to Aero 98) makes sense.
Amazing video my man. I am sad because my rival stole me 10 points in a tournament match:(
You should be mad. I don't understand how some people can be immature that they want to cheat at rec level.
@@TennCom yes, at that moment I was furious. With your videos I become happy again
Can’t we have BOTH? 😢
Funky forehand..good videos
LOL the problem with racketoholics is that they blame the racquet and strings, while hitting their kick serve at the slice serve spot(far in front on the right for righties)
would love to get your thoughts comparing PA98 vs Radical MP...stock...
I'm thinking its about time we do a Best 98s round up, for serious, not the memes of the Tier List.
I ask bc I play with Blade V8 16/19 and have been looking for more power with out sacrificing maneuverability. I've found that the threshold is a beam thickness of 23mm or less.@@TennCom
@@TennCom dew it
Do you think pa98 need costumisation to make it better?
Some handle weight can help but its a dream stock tbh
You sound so exhausted 😂
lolol
String recommendations for PA98?
Wasabi was my favourite, specifically the pom red, but I didn't try a ton of setups, only Wasabi, Silver 7 Tour, Wasabi X Pro Hybrid and Caviar. S7T was too stiff for me and I felt my forearm knot up quite badly after a long 3 set match. I'm sure like Confidential or RPM Rough would play great too.
Is there a smart watch which is good for a tennis player ? (Android)
i prefer to stay unplugged while on court so im not sure
@@TennCom Thanks, I feel the same. However, what if one wants to use something for better reminder or data collection for betterment over time. Use tech to help himself.
Here's a list of things that I could find:
1. Swing vision
2. iSetWatch
3. With new Android smart watches there would be many new apps.
4. Tennis in/out
5. Sony smart tennis sensor
6. Zepp Tennis sensor
7. iWunu
8. Babolat Pop
9. Neuro Tennis (the best out of the lot in my opinion)
May be food for thought for your next video.
RA 71 ?? TW shows 65 both
Beckett for President !
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of what country? Tennisland?
you the goat
tu es un dieu
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Beckett what’s the difference between the Vcore 98 and the pa 98
VC98 is much softer feeling and lower powered. Its also more maneuverable, though its less stable. I think most players will prefer the PA98 unless arm pain is a major concern.
I'm sorry, but putting green strings in an Aero is a crime against humanity. LOL
the crosses are also blue so it was quite the visual assault
Just buy a vcore 😊
Non of them! Fake advertisement under “Alcaraz” branding. You will not hit like him with that static weight and poly strings, and even if you do, good luck having elbow/wrist issues.
What people need to understand…
That key to power to shots like the pro’s have is of course their physical shape and technique but MOSTLY racket static weight! (And natural gut hybrid lol). Most of the pros have rackets weighing above 340g static.
So any BS below 305g including will get you nowhere
idk these kids are using pretty light racquets now a days (maybe that's why uncle Toni thinks they suck tho)
how does pa 2023 compare to ezone 100?
I think the main thing is the EZONE 100 feels more connected, though it does feel firmer IMO
@@TennCom ez100 feels firmer?
@@pajavampir yeah EZONE