I absolutely love this racket. It’s the first babolat I’ve ever been able to use. I have chronic arm problems, but I’ve been able to use this with absolutely zero issues
I’ve been messing around with it a lot. RPM blast feels great at about 52lbs but doesn’t last long. Tourna big hitter silver 7 feels great too and has so far lasted about 5 hours of play with no big dropped. I strung that at 50lbs Both 17 gauge
Great review! I purchased a matches set of 100 16x19 for my kid back in January but the 4-1/4 grip size all of the sudden became an issue (too small) so we’ve decided to test all the Pure Strikes before buying a new set - in the correct grip size. (As a side note: yes, I added a plastic shrink sleeve to build up the grip but by doing so, I changed the racquet to 9PH HL at 342 grams. Too much for a 15yr old) Anyhow, I was hoping my kid would like the 16x20 for more control vs the 16x19 but it still has too high of a launch angle for her game. The 98 16x19 was pretty good but “slower” than her current racquet but Interestingly, the the PS 97 was immediately a winner (for her game lol) lots of control on the ground strokes, lots of shred and spin with very nice net clearance, very fast in the air and maneuverable… even though, it checked in at 332 grams with 17G poly and 1X overgrip. The 97 frame is visibly thinner than the 100 or the 98 so, that’s probably why it’s faster.. (?) Please review the 97, would love to hear your take on it. Thank you!!
I tested the new 16/20 pure strike 100 for a few weeks niw and i really liked its stability. Have been playing the pure Strike 100 16/19 for a few years and somehow those 5g more on the new one and the more narrow string bed feels way better, at least for me
Nice dig there. Little question here: in terms of stability and forgiveness, how does this PS 16x20 compares against Yonex 100D and the Dunlop CX400 Tour?
NF2 flax fibers technology on this Raquet is amazing, most comfortable Raquet …is crisp maneuverable and solid …I used tourna quasi gut armor multi filament 👌
Yes, the babolat “Woofer system” makes the string bed breathe (more of a trampoline effect or dwell time) Percept is a club that you bludgeon the ball with
Long time viewer first time commenter…big Jonas fan and part of my love of tennis is the gear. I’m an intermediate who plays with Head and Wilson and I haven’t found a Babalot I liked until this one. You mentioned the grip shape…the 100 16x20 doesn’t have the same shape as all the PAs I’ve demoed. That’s a good thing for me. I want to pick one up but first I’m testing my Shift 99 300g with added weight to see if that’s what I’m really favoring. I found that the PS had easy depth and spin that kept it in the court, plus versatility for an all court player.
I've been playing with Pure Pro Drive1st and 2nd generation since Nadal days. I've demo'd Pure 98 and Blade 98 (18x20), I could get used to Pure 98 with right strings/tension, but forget the blade 98 18x20. Pure 98 is still in the running but I'm going to demo the heavier Strike and VS 100, as well as Blade 100 and maybe Head 100. If this one - Strike 100, still has slightly less zing than Pure drive 100, but noticeably much better feel and control than any other 100's out there, then it would be my racquet for some time. so my question is.... what would be the most suitable strings and tension for this racquet...? I've played for long time with RPM blast 17G for long time, but have switched to stiffer Multi (TNT) recently which seems as good as my 2Gen Pure Drive is gonna get... still too much power and not much feel. Thanks for your thoughts in advance.
Good review. I like the strike series but my issue like u mentioned is that I need to string it at high tension (55lb) in order to get the right power/control mix but after an hour it kills my arm! 🤦🏽♂️
Id say you are splitting hairs theyre all 3 really good. I found the strike more stable at net. You csn feel it flex similiar to the tf40. The balance to me is perfect on the strike 100 16x20
Hi Jonas how would you compare this to aero 98? Does this produce similar amounts or spin? Interested to try this out since i like the feel of the previous pure strike 100 16x19 but i worry about not producing as much spin as the aero 98
I have this as my first Babolat and it feels very stable, whippy, and with just right amount of stiffness. It gives me more confidence than my current Six One 100. Nevertheless, imo it has smaller margin of error in customization; lead at 12 or leather grip worsens the racket's performance, when the same customizations in Six One improved it a lot.
Thanks for that info, I was wondering if a leather grip would do any good to this racket. I agree, this frame seems to be very customization sensitive. During the last 15 minutes of play today, I put larger dampener on it (+5g) and felt a noticable change in balance right away. But, as a result, I think I got a more precise/consistent response on flatter shots and less flyers. I just need to see if it doesn't ruin the manoeuvrability for serve, or make it too hefty for the long run. If you find a good customization recipe for this racket, please share! ( Maybe a bit of led in the throat on balance point to maintain its headlight balance)
Thanks Jonas for the excellent review. Massive fan of the Gen 3 98 16x19, my racquet of choice. Love the free power it provides for a 98 with a very manageable launch angle. I'm tempted to try the updated model having watched Luca's review.
the 16/19 has a higher SW. I have played the 16/19 today and I really have to say that the SW is definitely too high! played the previous one before with 320 SW and this was perfect!
I demoed the blade 100 V8, they are in the same category. But you need to see it for yourself.To me this pure strike is more versatile regarding flat and top spin stroke, but the blade might have better feel and maneuverability. Regarding control... I'd say similar. Maybe the blade better for BH slices and touch shots. I find the issue with all those semi-control frame (speed mp, percept 100, Blade 100 and this one) is that they can feel launchy at times.
@@criktun3346 I played with an older speed mp, the graphene touch, to me it had some bite ,but of course not as much as a pure drive. Almost switched to it but if was either too launchy or harsh on the arm depending on which strings I used.
@@TheBlessedLion yes and no... Some racket definitly make it easier. Even in the "semi-control" category. t fight 300 for example. With the blade 100, to me you just lose its incredible feel whenever you try to brush the ball. Plus I found it turned out a bit erratic when attempting so.
This is the most schizophrenic racket so far. Some say it is too powerful, others say it is perfect or too low powered. Some say the launch angle is low, others it is high. Crazy.
I absolutely love this racket. It’s the first babolat I’ve ever been able to use. I have chronic arm problems, but I’ve been able to use this with absolutely zero issues
I agree with you. I demo's the 16 19 version and surprised how comfortable it was.
I just tried this racket today too, im no fan of Babolat but damn this one got me
What is your string setup in this racket?
I’ve been messing around with it a lot. RPM blast feels great at about 52lbs but doesn’t last long. Tourna big hitter silver 7 feels great too and has so far lasted about 5 hours of play with no big dropped. I strung that at 50lbs
Both 17 gauge
@@tophersuwitavelocity 42 lbs feels amazing and super arm friendly
Great review! I purchased a matches set of 100 16x19 for my kid back in January but the 4-1/4 grip size all of the sudden became an issue (too small) so we’ve decided to test all the Pure Strikes before buying a new set - in the correct grip size. (As a side note: yes, I added a plastic shrink sleeve to build up the grip but by doing so, I changed the racquet to 9PH HL at 342 grams. Too much for a 15yr old)
Anyhow, I was hoping my kid would like the 16x20 for more control vs the 16x19 but it still has too high of a launch angle for her game. The 98 16x19 was pretty good but “slower” than her current racquet but Interestingly, the the PS 97 was immediately a winner (for her game lol) lots of control on the ground strokes, lots of shred and spin with very nice net clearance, very fast in the air and maneuverable… even though, it checked in at 332 grams with 17G poly and 1X overgrip. The 97 frame is visibly thinner than the 100 or the 98 so, that’s probably why it’s faster.. (?)
Please review the 97, would love to hear your take on it. Thank you!!
I tested the new 16/20 pure strike 100 for a few weeks niw and i really liked its stability. Have been playing the pure Strike 100 16/19 for a few years and somehow those 5g more on the new one and the more narrow string bed feels way better, at least for me
Nice dig there.
Little question here: in terms of stability and forgiveness, how does this PS 16x20 compares against Yonex 100D and the Dunlop CX400 Tour?
NF2 flax fibers technology on this Raquet is amazing, most comfortable Raquet …is crisp maneuverable and solid …I used tourna quasi gut armor multi filament 👌
Hi! How does this Pure Strike 100 16x20 compare to the Pure Strike VS 2017 or the Pure Control 2014 (295 g)? Thanks!
Thanks for the review. Going to demo the percept 100, VCORE 100, and this racket as my first real racket purchase.
Hi Jonas - how does it compare to the previous version of the Textreme Tour 100 310 (non ATS version)?
Is it more powerful then the percept 100 and 100d?
Yes, the babolat “Woofer system” makes the string bed breathe (more of a trampoline effect or dwell time)
Percept is a club that you bludgeon the ball with
Long time viewer first time commenter…big Jonas fan and part of my love of tennis is the gear. I’m an intermediate who plays with Head and Wilson and I haven’t found a Babalot I liked until this one. You mentioned the grip shape…the 100 16x20 doesn’t have the same shape as all the PAs I’ve demoed. That’s a good thing for me. I want to pick one up but first I’m testing my Shift 99 300g with added weight to see if that’s what I’m really favoring. I found that the PS had easy depth and spin that kept it in the court, plus versatility for an all court player.
I've been playing with Pure Pro Drive1st and 2nd generation since Nadal days. I've demo'd Pure 98 and Blade 98 (18x20), I could get used to Pure 98 with right strings/tension, but forget the blade 98 18x20.
Pure 98 is still in the running but I'm going to demo the heavier Strike and VS 100, as well as Blade 100 and maybe Head 100.
If this one - Strike 100, still has slightly less zing than Pure drive 100, but noticeably much better feel and control than any other 100's out there, then it would be my racquet for some time.
so my question is.... what would be the most suitable strings and tension for this racquet...? I've played for long time with RPM blast 17G for long time, but have switched to stiffer Multi (TNT) recently which seems as good as my 2Gen Pure Drive is gonna get... still too much power and not much feel.
Thanks for your thoughts in advance.
How does it compare to a Gravity MP (added 10g in the handle)
Can you review the wilson blade pro v9? Or once it becomes more widely available
Thanks as always Jonas, great review . I'm a strike 98 user but have been demoing the strike 98 18x20 and am now considering this also
Do you remember how this new 16x20 played versus the 3rd gen 16x19? Thanks for this video!
How does this one compare to the Prince ATS Textreme Tour 98? Thanks and great review.
Good review. I like the strike series but my issue like u mentioned is that I need to string it at high tension (55lb) in order to get the right power/control mix but after an hour it kills my arm! 🤦🏽♂️
what would you say is better for control and feel: the new blade, the t40 305 or this one?
Id say you are splitting hairs theyre all 3 really good. I found the strike more stable at net. You csn feel it flex similiar to the tf40. The balance to me is perfect on the strike 100 16x20
Hi Jonas how would you compare this to aero 98? Does this produce similar amounts or spin? Interested to try this out since i like the feel of the previous pure strike 100 16x19 but i worry about not producing as much spin as the aero 98
how does it compare to gravity TOUR and percept 100D? same specs but different string patterns, curious to know your opinion.
I have this as my first Babolat and it feels very stable, whippy, and with just right amount of stiffness. It gives me more confidence than my current Six One 100. Nevertheless, imo it has smaller margin of error in customization; lead at 12 or leather grip worsens the racket's performance, when the same customizations in Six One improved it a lot.
Thanks for that info, I was wondering if a leather grip would do any good to this racket. I agree, this frame seems to be very customization sensitive. During the last 15 minutes of play today, I put larger dampener on it (+5g) and felt a noticable change in balance right away. But, as a result, I think I got a more precise/consistent response on flatter shots and less flyers. I just need to see if it doesn't ruin the manoeuvrability for serve, or make it too hefty for the long run.
If you find a good customization recipe for this racket, please share!
( Maybe a bit of led in the throat on balance point to maintain its headlight balance)
Jonas, which frame more control: percept 100D or pure strike 100 16*20?
Thanks Jonas for the excellent review. Massive fan of the Gen 3 98 16x19, my racquet of choice. Love the free power it provides for a 98 with a very manageable launch angle. I'm tempted to try the updated model having watched Luca's review.
Excelent video. By the way. How do you compare this strike with the gravity mp ?
Hey Jonas how does it compare to the Prokennex Bananas Q5 300g! LoL You know the one i mean you tested it a few years ago.
Where is this beautiful place on the video? What city?
If I’m worried about the swing weight being too much so I go for the 16x19?
I really don’t know which racquet I should buy 100 or 98?
I demoed the 16x19 and the 16x20 recently, and I concur with his findings. I liked them quite a bit, but it wasn't a switch for me.
What racket do you play with?
Best review
Will you talk about the 16x19 also?
Thank you!
the 16/19 has a higher SW. I have played the 16/19 today and I really have to say that the SW is definitely too high! played the previous one before with 320 SW and this was perfect!
How does it compare to the V9 Blade 100?
Curious myself especially which one offers better control?
I hated the blade 100 and love this one.
I demoed the blade 100 V8, they are in the same category. But you need to see it for yourself.To me this pure strike is more versatile regarding flat and top spin stroke, but the blade might have better feel and maneuverability. Regarding control... I'd say similar. Maybe the blade better for BH slices and touch shots.
I find the issue with all those semi-control frame (speed mp, percept 100, Blade 100 and this one) is that they can feel launchy at times.
I have that same jacket lolll
It is the first pure strike I can recommend
ALL HAIL THE RETURN OF THE PURE CONTROL KING.
Except the throat shape is completely different...#notmycontrol
I string it at 42 lbs. Its by no means a stiff racket. Its less stiff than the blade 98
And do you maintain good depth control ?
I still can't get over the fact that the blade 100 doesn't give much spin. It just broke my heart.
Same with speed MP
Spin comes with technique…if you have a loose wrist, it works well with every racket…
@@criktun3346 I played with an older speed mp, the graphene touch, to me it had some bite ,but of course not as much as a pure drive. Almost switched to it but if was either too launchy or harsh on the arm depending on which strings I used.
@@TheBlessedLion yes and no... Some racket definitly make it easier. Even in the "semi-control" category. t fight 300 for example. With the blade 100, to me you just lose its incredible feel whenever you try to brush the ball. Plus I found it turned out a bit erratic when attempting so.
Babolat finally has arrived to the conclusion that we like more controlled racquets kek
I, for one, welcome our new 100 sq in control frame overlords
Get jannik sinner to play with pure strike
Strike 100 does not make sense imo... Hope for a review on the 98😁
Percept 100D the best
Jonas, don’t forget your sunscreen 😅
All Babolat frames have that hollow, artificial feel to it... when looking for control frames, there are better options on the market!!!
This is the most schizophrenic racket so far. Some say it is too powerful, others say it is perfect or too low powered. Some say the launch angle is low, others it is high. Crazy.
Quality control is all over the place
first
Too much flex for me...