Latest player reviews

1312 new this week, from players and from around the web.

TodaySun 25 Oct

HeadSpeed MP 2022

Six months in, likes the Speed MP 2022 with 15g of lead added for stability.

“I like the racquet, but I’ve been wondering if switching to Yonex”
positive
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BabolatPure Aero Gen8

Rates the Pure Aero 2023 far above the Speed MP 2022: control, spin and power together, and not harsh with Poly Tour Pro.

“Its superior from the baseline and its superior on aproach shots. I felt control, spin and power on the same shots.”
positivegood controlgreat spineasy power
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HeadSpeed MP 2024

Owns the Speed MP 2022 and 2024; the 2024's higher swing weight took adjusting but gives firmer contact, stability and a slightly softer feel.

“I think the higher swing weight provides firmer contact and added stability.”
positivestablesoft
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Moving from a VCore Pro 97 to the Percept 100D: still adjusting, but more spin, more power and more forgiving.

“I've been migrating from the vcore pro 97 to the percept 100d. Still adjusting to it but spin and power is higher. More forgiving as well.”
positivegreat spineasy powerforgiving
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YonexVCORE PRO 100 (2021)

Owns the 2021 VCore Pro 100 and Percept 100D; the VCP is a little less stable and more heavily dampened but well worth the savings.

“If you like Yonex's style of dampening, the VCP is well worth the savings over the Percept.”
positivesoft
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HeadSpeed MP 2022

Has played the Speed MP 2022 for about a year and wants a second one as a spare.

“I've been playing with mine for about a year and just joined a league.”
positive
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Their Percept 100D is more stable than the 2021 VCore Pro 100 and removes harsh vibrations without feeling muffled.

“The only clear differences that I could feel was that the Percept was more stable and dampening was less pronounced.”
positivestablearm-friendly
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HeadSpeed MP 2022

Owns the Speed MP 2022 and 2024 and can barely tell them apart; still a bit too much power without high tension.

“I have both 2022 and 2024 speed mp, can barely tell the difference tbh.”
mixedeasy power
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HeadSpeed MP 2022

Has played the Speed MP 2022 a long time but finds it unstable against heavier balls.

“I've always felt that the speed mp is kinda unstable when dealing with heavier balls”
mixedunstable vs heavy balls
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HeadSpeed MP 2022

Bought the Speed MP 2022 after liking the demo; generates lots of power but forehands sail long.

“I've been having issues with the Speed MP where its not as forgiving on my forehands.”
mixedeasy power
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HeadSpeed MP 2022

The Speed MP 2022 was too mushy with an erratic string bed and felt very head heavy.

“Had Speed MP 2022, not my cup of tea. Too mushy for me, string bed is erratic.”
negativesofthard to swing
HeadSpeed MP 2022

Bought the Speed MP 2022 after Blade 98 and 100: more power, more spin, higher launch; bought a second after a month.

“Because I always wanted to try head speed mp 2022, I bought it at tennis warehouse Europe. It was a great choice . More power , more spin.”
positiveeasy powergreat spin
HeadSpeed MP 2022

Had elbow issues with the Speed MP 2022 despite soft strings; switching to the Boom MP fixed it.

“I used to play with a Head Speed MP 2022 as well, and had elbow issues.”
negativeharsh on the arm
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HeadSpeed MP 2022

4.0 player gets arm pain playing the Speed MP 2022 more than two days in a row, despite liking it as an all-rounder.

“Recently, I’ve been experiencing some arm pain when playing more than two days in a row with my Head Speed MP 2022.”
mixedharsh on the arm
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HeadSpeed MP 2022

Their family's Speed MP 2022s are beat up from use, and everyone prefers them to the 2024.

“everyone likes this racket so much more than the 2024”
positive
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YesterdaySat 24 Oct

YonexPERCEPT 97L

Demoed the Percept 97L: a control, low-power racquet for intermediate to advanced players, similar to the VCP 97L.

“It felt very similar to the Percept 97L that we demo'ed at the same time. It's a control, low power racquet for intermediate to advanced players.”
mixedgood controlunderpowered
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YonexPERCEPT 97

A daily club player found the Percept 97 a bit stiff and too crisp for them.

“I tried the Percept 97 again recently and found it a bit stiffer and too crisp for my l”
mixed
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YonexPERCEPT 97D

Plays the Percept 97D with a one-handed backhand: more control and spin, lower launch than the 97, but very unforgiving when out of position.

“I have OHBH and play with the Percept 97D.”
mixedgood controlgreat spin
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YonexVCORE 100 (7th gen)

Struggles with the 2023 Vcore 100's high launch angle, sending flatter shots long.

“I have vcore 2023 100, sometimes I really struggle with higher launch angle for this racket”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 100 (8th gen)

After a month dialing in strings, the 8th-gen Vcore 100's launch angle clicked and forehand confidence grew.

“I bought a Vcore V8 100 when it launched in January. After about a month of fine-tuning a hybrid setup with it, I really got the launch angle dialed in.”
positive
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YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

The 8th-gen Vcore 98 felt crisp and controlled from the baseline and at the net; switching to it full-time.

“I picked up a Vcore V8 98 when it went on sale. I immediately noticed how well it performed both from the baseline and at the net.”
positivegood control
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YonexVCORE 95 (7th gen)

Loves the 2023 Vcore 95 for their aggressive doubles game with big swings.

“I have a VC95 2023 and I mostly play doubles with it, some singles here and there. I love this stick because I'm a very aggressive player”
positive
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YonexEZONE 100L (8th gen)

Played the 2025 Ezone 100L for a year: comfortable but always too launchy for them.

“It was 2025 - 100L strung with Hyper-G Soft at 49/47 and later at 50/48 - I tried to regain control. It's comfortable racket but for me it was always too launchy.”
mixedarm-friendly
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YonexVCORE 98 (7th gen)

The 2023 Vcore 98 works best with aggressive swings for spin; some balls still take off.

“I have a 2023 VCore 98. Based on my experience, you need to be all in on your swing.”
mixedgreat spin
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YonexVCORE 100D (8th gen)

Likes the Vcore 100D: less muted, a bit less powerful and lower launch than their old Vcore 98.

“I like it. A little less muted than my old vcore 98 and a little less powerful and lower launch angle.”
positive
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YonexVCORE 95 (8th gen)

Their replacement 2026 Vcore 95 is an amazing stick with the most stable one-handed backhands they've had.

“Late Update: I got a new stick and this one has no factory issues whatsoever , strung it with MSV Focus Hex 1.15 and it's an amazing stick”
positivestable
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BabolatPure Aero 98 Gen9

Demoing the 2026 Pure Aero 98: heavy ball with good control when flattening out, fixing the Vcore's launch, though the butt-cap bevel dug into their palm.

“The PA 98 2026 actually took a lot of the things I liked about the VCore 98 and fixed the high launch angle issue.”
positivegood control
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BabolatPure Aero 98 Gen8

Demoed the 2023 Pure Aero 98 and found it whippy and hard, like a shrunk 100.

“On the other hand, PA 98 was so whippy and hard.”
mixedmaneuverable
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YonexVCORE 98 Tour (8th gen)

Plays three Gen 8 Vcore 98 Tours; all chew through strings fast, with Polytour Pro losing snapback after 2.5 hours.

“Across all three racquets I’ve noticed how quickly it chews through string.”
negativedurability issues
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YonexEZONE 98 (7th gen)

Really likes playing with the 7th-gen Ezone 98 but gets a sore elbow after sessions.

“Recently bought used Ezone 98 Aqua Night (2022-2024) and I really like to play with it. The problem is I have sore elbow after session with it”
mixedharsh on the arm
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YonexEZONE 100 (7th gen)

Loves the feel and easy power of their 2022 Ezone 100 strung at 30lbs.

“Have been playing with an Ezone 100 strung at 30lbs. Love the feel and easy power at low tension.”
positiveeasy power
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YonexEZONE 100 (8th gen)

Demoed the 2025 Ezone 100 and loved it, finding it much better than their 7th-gen Ezone 100L.

“I demoed the new 2025 Ezone 100 gen 8 (also multi) and loved it.”
positive
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YonexEZONE 98 (8th gen)

Former D1 player found the 2025 Ezone 98 muted and vague, with a very low launch angle and little plow through.

“The newest version feels so muted and vague. You don't really know where the ball is on the string bed. Also the launch angle was very low and not much plow through.”
negative
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YonexEZONE 98 Tour (8th gen)

Demoed the current Ezone 98 Tour and loved it on groundstrokes, but found it too heavy to serve with.

“I recently demoed the ezone 98 tour and absolutely loved it, it felt amazing on groundstrokes but too heavy to serve with”
mixedhard to swing
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YonexEZONE 98+ (8th gen)

A long-time DR 98+ user finds the 2025 Ezone 98+ stiffer in the hoop but equally comfortable, more forgiving, and with more free power, especially on serves; added 4g at 3 and 9 for plow.

“Forgiveness: this is where the 2025 version really outperforms the DR. The sweet spot feels bigger and off center hits don’t sail the ball a ton.”
positiveforgivingarm-friendlyeasy power
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YonexMuse 100

A beginner fell in love with the Muse 100: head light, forgiving sweet spot, handles heavy balls, and their tennis elbow is healing.

“I got the Muse 100 a couple of weeks ago now and I truly fell in love with it.”
positiveforgivingarm-friendly
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YonexMuse 98

Switched to the Muse 98: low on power in stock form but very easy to use, with a unique, addictive feel.

“I've swapped to the Muse 98. In stock form it's low on power but very easy to use. I find the feel super unique and addictive.”
positiveunderpowered
Redditr/10s·
YonexPERCEPT 100

After demoing it against the Ezone 100, a 3.5-4.0 player chose the Percept 100 for its control and comfort and loves it.

“Yes I ended up going with the Percept 100 as well! Great racquet, I love it a lot”
positivegood controlarm-friendly
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Liked the Percept 100D on demo, though they chose the 100 for a bit more easy power.

“I liked the 100D. It inspired me to shift away from the Vcore line.”
positive
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YonexPERCEPT 97H

Played the Percept 97H: very stable and plush, but little free power.

“97h is very stable, plush, but not much free power.”
mixedstableunderpowered
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

After 8 hours of 4.0/4.5 play: a stiff but arm-friendly all-rounder that plays like a rawer Speed MP; can launch off-centre.

“It’s stiff, but not harsh on my arm. Pretty good spin, power, directional control, and stability. A solid all a-rounder, but nothing really stands out besides it feels like an early 2010’s racket.”
mixedstablegreat spin
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YonexEZONE 100L (7th gen)

A 3.5-4.0 player in their early 50s gets more head speed and far more first serves in with the 7th-gen Ezone 100L than the 100.

“Found I was getting better wrist snap and head speed on my serve with the L and waaay more of my first serves were going in as a result.”
positivegreat on servemaneuverable
WilsonUltra 100 V5

A week in, this player is loving their Ultra 100 V5.

“Picked up my 100 last week and have been loving it so far.”
positive
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

After a two-hour demo, this player loved the Pro Staff X V14's serve pop and control but came home with shoulder and elbow pain.

“Played with it for 2 hours today. Man, oh man. I have never had so much pop on my serve or felt so much in control of the strokes. BUT... I come home to shoulder pain and some elbow pain.”
mixedgreat on servegood controlharsh on the arm
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

After five months on the RF 01 Pro, this player switched back to the Pro Staff V14, finding the RF closer to the Blade's muted feel.

“I played with the RF01 (Pro) for about 5 months. Recently switched back to the Pro Staff (v14).”
mixed
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WilsonRF 01

This 3.5 player tried the 300 g RF 01 and found it light, easy to swing, with great net touch, topspin and easy power.

“I tried the 300g model. It was light, easy to swing, great touch at the net, imparted quite a bit of topspin on groundies and easy power”
positivemaneuverableeasy powergreat spin
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WilsonShift 99 V1

This player loves their Shift 99 16x20, leaded up and strung at 57 lbs: very good serve power, a controllable launch angle and great spin.

“I have a shift 99 16x20 and I love it.”
positivegreat on servegreat spin
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WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

In a brief demo, this player was surprised how much higher a casual second serve kicked with the Shift 99 Pro.

“I only got to demo the Shift 99 Pro for a brief period of time and I experienced this too.”
positivegreat on servegreat spin
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WilsonShift 99L V1

This player loves the Shift 99L: easy kick, slice and high-percentage serves from its head speed and spin, and a good base for customizing.

“I love the 99L, it’s close to same specs as the others other than weight.”
positivegreat on servegreat spin
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WilsonUltra 100 V4

Three months after switching from a Percept 97, this one-hander finds the Ultra 100 V4 slow, sluggish and hollow with no feedback, and their consistency collapsed after an initial honeymoon.

“The racket seems slow and sluggish and I'm always late on the 1HBH, forehand is spraying all over”
negativehard to swing
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WilsonUltra Pro 16x19 V4

Demoing the Ultra Pro 16x19, this player found it way too demanding, needing a lot of added weight for plow-through, and the 60 RA didn't feel good.

“The Pro is admittedly way too demanding of a racquet for me but my main takeaway was that even at the stock 306g unstrung I felt like I'd need a LOT of weight”
negativehard to swing
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WilsonUltra 100UL V4

After demos, this advanced beginner liked the Ultra 100UL V4: comfortable, with their forehand finding the sweet spot often and fun serving.

“Demo'd a few raquets and liked the Wilson ultra 100UL v4 and clash 100 v2.”
positiveforgiving
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WilsonUltra 100L V5

This beginner-level player loves their Ultra 100L V5 and is experimenting with strings.

“I play the 100L, and love it.”
positive
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WilsonUltra 108 V4

Returning 4.0 player still likes the Ultra 108 but prefers the Shift 99 once their footwork improved.

“I *absolutely* was compensating for lazy footwork. I've fixed that, and I do still like the Ultra 108, but I like my Shift 99 more”
mixedforgiving
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WilsonClash 100 V3

This player uses the Clash 100 V3 for golfer's elbow, with Head Velocity MLT at low tension for about a year, though it's hard on strings.

“I use a clash 100 v3 because of golfers elbow as well”
positivearm-friendlydurability issues
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WilsonClash 100L V2

After two years, this four-year player finds the Clash 100L V2 fine but too light and lacking stability, and switched to the Percept 100.

“Two years ago I bought myself the Wilson Clash V2 100L, and it’s been fine. Something is off I just can’t tell what it is.”
mixedarm-friendly
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WilsonBlade 100L V9

Returning after 25+ years, this player really likes the Blade 100L V9: light enough at the net with enough weight for a decent swing, and no buyer's remorse.

“I got a Blade v9 100 L (Not UL) - coming from a 25+ year break.”
positivemaneuverable
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

This 15-year one-hander with a big backhand found the Pro Staff 97 V14 a really bad racket compared with earlier Pro Staffs and the RF line.

“For me Pro Staff 97 V14 was a really bad racket compared to its predecessors and the RF line.”
negative
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V9

After three months, this player finds the Blade 98 16x19 V9 enjoyable and comfortable, good on serves and forehands but not for their one-handed backhand.

“Blade V9 305g 98 16x19: I’ve been playing with it for 3 months; it’s an enjoyable and comfortable racket, but I didn’t quite like it for one-handed backhand.”
mixedgreat on serve
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WilsonUltra Pro 18x20 V4

This 18x20 fan finds the Ultra Pro 18x20 V4 plays like their old Six.One 95 Team with even better feel and control and no arm pain.

“Ultra Pro plays close to that racket with no arm pain at all! Has even better feel and control”
positivegood controlarm-friendly
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HeadSpeed MP 2022

This 3.5–4.0 player switched to a used Head Speed MP 2022 because it felt amazing.

“found a nice used 2022 Head Speed MP this year and then switched to that because it felt amazing for me.”
positive
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V13

This player went back from the Pro Staff 97 V14 to the V13 for its more dampened feel and lower launch angle.

“I personally ended up going back to the V13 for the more dampened feel across the string bed.”
positivesoft
Redditr/10s·
WilsonPro Staff 97L V13

A 3.0–3.5 player enjoyed two years with the Pro Staff 97L V13 as their first racket until it cracked at the throat.

“I cracked my Wilson Pro Staff 97L v13 in the throat, which seems like a weird place after 2 years of use”
mixeddurability issues
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WilsonPro Staff 97L V14

A year in, this 3.5 player still loves the feel of the Pro Staff 97L V14 but wonders whether it's making tennis harder than it needs to be.

“I finally ended up getting the Pro Staff v14 97L, because after I tried it first the first time, it felt amazing.”
mixed
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WilsonPro Staff RF97 Autograph V13

Having used both, this player finds the RF97 Autograph V13's sharper-edged grip and butt cap harder to hold than the V12's, hurting their hand after a two-hour hit.

“But the v13 is just harder to hold, compared to the v12’s softer grip. Also the butt cap on the v13 has sharper edges, so after a 2 hour hit, the grip starts to hamper my hand.”
negative
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WilsonPro Staff Six.One 100 V14

This owner really likes the Pro Staff Six.One 100 V14's balance; less stable and control-oriented than a 98, but a great fit for 3.0–3.5 players.

“I have the v14 and I really like it. Love the balance, obv not as stable and control oriented as the 98 but it's a great fit for 3.0-3.5.”
positive
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V3

A 3.0–3.5 recreational player with past tennis elbow demoed the Clash 100 Pro V3 and really liked it.

“I demoed the Clash 100 Pro V3 and really liked it”
positive
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 16x19 V9

A Blade Pro 98 16x19 V9 player finds it very different from the regular Blade: higher swingweight, stiffer, more feedback, and it helps them hit a heavy ball, though it doesn't swing as easily.

“I play with them, it’s a wildly different racquet than the blade. Swingweight is significantly higher, it’s stiffer and there’s more feedback”
positivecrispstable
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 18x20 V9

A lifelong 18x20 Blade player loves the feel of the Blade Pro 18x20 V9 but leaves many balls short compared with the regular Blade.

“I love how it feels but noticed that I’m having a hard time pushing my balls, deep”
mixedunderpowered
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WilsonBlade 98 18x20 V9

This player hated the Blade 98 18x20 V9, finding it very difficult to get depth and penetration.

“I hated the 18x20 version of the v9, i found it very difficult to get depth and penetration”
negativeunderpowered
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WilsonBurn 100 V5

Moving up from a cheap Head racket, this beginner is thrilled with the Wilson Burn 100 V5's larger head and 300g weight.

“I recently bought the Wilson Burn 100 V5 and I'm thrilled.”
positiveforgiving
WilsonBurn 105S V6

An intermediate player loves the Wilson Burn 105S V6 their coach suggested and preferred it to other demos.

“Turns out I love it, and preferred it over other racquets i demoed before buying.”
positive
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V2

A beginner-to-intermediate baseliner found the Clash 100 Pro V2 super comfortable at first, but after a year it felt too heavy and muted, lacking feedback and punch.

“I started with the Wilson Clash 100 Pro V2 (Wilson Multifilament Sensation 1,35 **@ 22.5 KG / \~50 lbs)**, which felt super comfortable”
mixedarm-friendlyhard to swing
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WilsonClash 100 V2

After 3 years with the Clash 100 V1, this player finds the Clash 100 V2 slightly muted but more consistent and predictable, with a bigger sweet spot.

“Clash v2 has a bit muted feel but the response is much more consistent and predictable.”
positiveforgivinggood control
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WilsonClash 100L V3

After a couple of months at 50 lb, even playing four times a week, this player is pain-free with the Clash 100L V3 and finds it super comfortable and forgiving.

“Have played with the V3 Clash 100L at 50lb tension for a couple months and pain free.”
positivearm-friendlyforgiving
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WilsonBlade 100UL V9

A new player who demoed the Blade 100UL V9 loves it but finds it too expensive.

“I demo'd the Wilson Blade v9 100UL and I love it”
positive
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WilsonBlade 100L V10

A Blade 100L V10 owner says, unlike the heavier Blades, it plays as a power racket.

“Unlike the heavier ones, Blade 100L v10 is a power racket. I know because I have one”
positiveeasy power
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V10

A player finds the Blade 98 16x19 V10 much more stable at impact than the V9, a fantastic control stick with good pop and spin.

“The V10 Blade 16x19 is a lot more stable at impact than the. V9”
positivestablegood controlgreat spin
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TecnifibreT-Fight 305S

A T-Fight 305S owner finds it solid but considerably stiffer than the Blade.

“I have the 305s and it's pretty solid. It does feel considerably stiffer than the blade”
mixedcrisp
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WilsonBlade 98 18x20 V10

This player tried the Blade 98 18x20 V10 and really loved how it played, but not the colour.

“Tried the new blade v10 18x20 and really loved the way it played.”
positive
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WilsonBlade 98S V9

A Blade 98S player found their V9 much harder to swing than their two V8s, almost hard on the shoulders, despite identical specs.

“i felt like the V9 was so much harder to swing. Playing with it was almost hard on my shoulders”
negativehard to swing
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 18x20 V10

After hitting the V10 Blade Pro range, this player found the Pro 98 18x20 great when timed well but not fun otherwise.

“The 18x20 worked great if you time your shots well but if not it was not a fun racquet.”
mixed
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 16x19 V10

Of the V10 Blade Pro 98s, this player liked the 16x19 most for its pocketing, serving and decent feel.

“The 98-16x19 I liked the most because it had great pocketing, serving and decent feel.”
positivegreat on serve
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WilsonBlade Pro 100 V10

After hitting the V10 Blade Pro range, this player liked the Blade Pro 100 V10 the most.

“I like the 100 pro the most. That thing was sweet.”
positive
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WilsonBlade 100 V10

A Blade 100 V9 owner tried the Blade 100 V10 and found it barely different.

“I have tried the regular 100 but meh wasn’t that different from v9 100 which I have.”
mixed
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VolklVostra V10 320g

A player who bought the Volkl Vostra V10 320g says it's great, despite Volkl's confusing lineup.

“Indeed… I bought the v10 320 and it’s great though”
positive
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WilsonBlade 100 V9

After a 2-hour demo, a former Pure Aero user found the Blade 100 V9 comfortable and softer on impact than the Speed MP, with more power than the EZONE 98.

“Blade felt softer on impact - very similar control and power wise”
positivesofteasy power
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YonexPERCEPT 97

Owns a Percept 97 and calls it an amazing stick.

“I also have percept 97, and tfight 305s, both amazing sticks”
positive
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YonexPERCEPT 97D

Tested and really liked the Percept 97D's control, but it lacks a little power and penetration.

“And I really liked the yonex percept 97D. I really like the control of this racket but it lacks a little power and penetrating power.”
mixedgood controlunderpowered
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YonexVCORE 100 (7th gen)

Coming from the Pure Drive, finds the Vcore 100 (Sand Beige) very comfortable and manoeuvrable; great for their game.

“The racket feels stiff but in a soft way. It is very comfortable, and very manoeuvrable.”
positivemaneuverablearm-friendly
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YonexVCORE 100 (8th gen)

A long-time Ezone user who hated earlier Vcores loved the new Vcore 100 on demo and bought it: better feel, whippier.

“I absolutely hated the prior VCores. I demoed the new 100 and loved it so much that I ended up buying it.”
positivemaneuverable
YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

The new Vcore 98 felt really good, with lots of power and an old-school feel.

“I thought the new vcore 98 felt really good. I like whatever it is that they changed with the beam/throat.”
positiveeasy power
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YonexVCORE 95 (7th gen)

The 2023 Vcore 95 had amazing feel at first but was too demanding long-term.

“VC95 had a great honeymoon period and amazing feel but was truthfully too demanding for long term use.”
mixedhard to swing
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YonexVCORE 98 (7th gen)

A year with the 2023 Vcore 98: likes serves and groundstrokes with very nice control, but struggles on returns and volleys.

“Playing with 98 2023 already about a year. I like serve with it. I like hitting with it forehand/bh. Very nice control.”
mixedgood control
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YonexVCORE 100D (8th gen)

The Vcore 100D swings a bit heavier than the 2023 Vcore 100 but is worth it for stability, plow-through and predictability.

“A tad heavier to swing vs. my 2023 VC100. But for me it’s worth the trade-off for more stability, plow-through, and predictability.”
positivestable
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YonexVCORE 95 (8th gen)

Sees no improvement in the new 8th-gen Vcore 95 over version 7: same feel and launch.

“Just got the new Vcore 95 today and honestly I don’t see any improvement compared to Version 7. Same feel, same string spacings, same launch angle.”
mixed
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BabolatPure Aero 98 Gen9

Calls the 2026 Pure Aero 98 the best racket they've played: miles better than the last generation, accurate and soft on the arm.

“it's best racket I've played with. It is miles better than last generation & highly accurate.”
positivegood controlarm-friendly
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BabolatPure Aero 98 Gen8

Bought the 2023 Pure Aero 98: easy serve power, heaps of spin and control from the baseline, and nice control on volleys.

“I ended up buying the 2023 pure aero 98 it felt like I got easy power off the serves, heaps of spin and control on ground strokes, and still with nice control for volleys.”
positiveeasy powergreat spingood control
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YonexEZONE 98 (7th gen)

Play-tested a friend's 7th-gen Ezone 98 and really enjoyed it.

“I play tested the 7th gen ezone from a friend today. I really enjoyed it since I have been looking for a new racket.”
positive
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YonexEZONE 100 (7th gen)

Demoed the Ezone 100: fun with easy power, perhaps too easy, but less manoeuvrable than the 98 for their one-handed backhand.

“The 100 was fun and started adapting well at 2nd session, completely understand what people mean by easy power now although a little too easy.”
mixedeasy power
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YonexEZONE 100 (8th gen)

Bought the current Ezone 100 and was disappointed by how muted it felt, with no feedback; switched to a Vcore.

“I just bought the Ezone 100 three weeks ago, and was disappointed at how muted it was.”
negative
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YonexEZONE 98 (8th gen)

Tested the 2025 Ezone 98 and liked it, especially its maneuverability, but not its feel.

“I like the Ezone, BUT FOR, the feel. I like the Vcore, BUT FOR, it's not as magically maneuverable as the Ezone.”
mixedmaneuverable
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YonexMuse 100

Demoed the Muse 100 while coming back from an elbow issue; it felt comfortable with a bit more power and crisper shots than the Clash 100.

“Demoed the Yonex Muse 100 and so far so good! Coming back from a forearm/elbow issue so I was trying to find something more comfortable.”
positivearm-friendly
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YonexMuse 98

A 4.5 Ezone 98 player tried the Muse 98 to spare their elbow; it lacks plow through, and adding lead hurt its maneuverability.

“My only issue with the racquet is that I can’t quite get enough plow through.”
mixedmaneuverable
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YonexPERCEPT 100

Prefers the Percept 100 to their Ezone 100; it lets them take full swings and refine technique.

“I just got my Percy ! Its awsome ! Ihave the ezone 100 too . I prefere the Percept it help me to refine my technic”
positivegood control
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

The Percept 100D is comfortable with no arm issues, but it's demanding and they must generate their own power.

“I use a Percept 100D with full poly. It feels very comfortable and doesn't cause arm issues for me.”
mixedarm-friendlyunderpowered
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

Moving from the Pro Staff 97 v14, finds the Ultra Pro 99 perfect for their game.

“So far I've found the Ultra Pro 99 perfect for my game.”
positive
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WilsonUltra 100 V5

Demoing both, this one-hander finds the Ultra 100 V5 good for two-handers with lots of free power and better damping than earlier versions, but not a huge sweet spot.

“imo the Wilson Ultra 100 V5 is a good option for a 2hander! lots of free power”
mixedeasy powersmall sweet spot
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

This newer full-western player thinks the Pro Staff X's weight is stressing their arm as they whip for topspin.

“I think the weight of the Pro Staff X is causing stress on my arm.”
negativeharsh on the arm
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

Comparing it with their Ezone 98 after a day, this player finds the RF 01 Pro more versatile at net and a bit more comfortable.

“RF01 pro feels a little more comfortable (probably the frame technology absorbs more vibrations).”
positivearm-friendly
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WilsonRF 01

This 4.0 player loves the RF 01, chosen over the Pro because it matched their Pure Aero's weight.

“I love it! I went from Pure Aero 2018 to RF 01. I tried both RF 01 and Pro.”
positive
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WilsonShift 99 V1

This player is amazed by the Shift 99's spin and power for a 99, finds it super comfortable on the arm, but needed lead at 3 and 9.

“I play with the wilson shift 99 and it amazes me the amount of spin and power that it has being a 99.”
positivegreat spinarm-friendlyeasy power
WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

A month in, this player loves the Shift 99 Pro: easy power and spin with great control from the 18x20 pattern.

“I just got a Shift Pro about a month ago and I love it. Such easy power and spin, and great control with the 18x20 pattern”
positiveeasy powergreat spingood control
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WilsonShift 99L V1

This Shift 99L user's only major problem is that off-centre volleys aren't great.

“I use the shift 99l and I have only one major problem with it, volleys are not great when off centre.”
mixed
WilsonUltra 100 V4

This 3.5 player really liked the Ultra 100 V4 but its stiffness gave them elbow discomfort.

“I tried the Ultra 100 V4 and really liked it; however, its stiffness caused discomfort in my elbow.”
mixedharsh on the arm
WilsonUltra Pro 16x19 V4

A couple of months into several Ultra Pro 16x19 frames, this player is struggling with consistency while still dialing in weight and balance.

“Couple months in and struggling with consistency.”
mixed
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WilsonUltra 100L V5

Borrowing a friend's Ultra 100L V5 for two sets, this Pure Aero 98 player found their serves and groundstrokes felt great.

“on a whim picked up my friends V5L and played two sets with it and my serves and groundstrokes felt great.”
positivegreat on serve
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WilsonClash 100 V3

This player finds the Clash 100 V3 forgiving, stable and arm-protecting, and just bought a second one.

“It is forgiving, stable and protects your arm. I just bought a second one.”
positiveforgivingstablearm-friendly
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WilsonClash 100L V2

After a month, this beginner finds the Clash 100L V2 so light they must swing harder for power, with almost no control.

“I’ve been using this for about a month now based on YouTube reviews and I must say I’m not impressed.”
negativeunderpowered
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WilsonBlade 100L V9

This player finds their new Blade 100L V9 sluggish and slow to move compared with the V8, despite identical specs.

“my new Blade 100L V9 doesn't suit me like the V8. It feels sluggish and slow to move despite identical specs.”
negativehard to swing
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

After trying the Blade V9 and Ezone 98, this one-hander returned to the Pro Staff 97 V14 (Noir) and says it's definitely their racket.

“Pro Staff V14 Noir 315g 97: I used to play with V11.5, and I regretted selling it, so I returned to Pro Staff. My racket is definitely Pro Staff.”
positive
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V9

A 3.0–3.5 flat hitter playing the Blade 98 16x19 V9 with Hyper-G at 45 lbs loves its stiffness and 305g weight.

“I love the stiffness of the blade and the 305g.”
positive
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V13

This all-court one-hander loves the control and feel of the Pro Staff 97 V13 and found the V14 less consistent.

“I currently use the ProStaff v13. Since it is discontinued and I could only find 2 spares on vinted”
positivegood control
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WilsonPro Staff 97L V13

This player loves their Pro Staff 97L V13s, which are popular in their community.

“I LOVE my Pro Staff 97L v13s... and several players in my community play with the same one”
positive
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WilsonPro Staff 97L V14

After demoing it in an emergency, this player loves the Pro Staff 97L V14 and bought four in a sale.

“I love my rootbeer v14 97L.”
positive
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WilsonPro Staff RF97 Autograph V13

Having hit both, this lifelong Pro Staff player preferred the RF97 Autograph V13 over the V11 for its swing feel and matte finish.

“Ive hit with the v11 and v13 and I liked the v13 more”
positive
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V3

Having playtested both at once, this player finds the Clash 100 Pro V3 far more complete than the standard 100 V3, which felt unstable on volleys.

“Buy the Clash 100 Pro V3. It's absolutely fantastic.”
positivestable
WilsonBlade Pro 98 16x19 V9

A former RF97 player on the Blade Pro 98 16x19 V9 likes its undampened feel, heavier shots and stability, and finds it more maneuverable than the RF97.

“I play with the 16x19. If you like the modern soft feeling… it’s not for you.”
positivestablecrisp
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 18x20 V9

After extensive play, this player finds the V9 Blade Pro closer to a Pro Staff: a tough but rewarding stick, harder on serve.

“Having played pretty extensively with a V8 Blade and V9 Blade Pro, they aren’t really close.”
mixed
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WilsonBlade 98 18x20 V9

A big hitter with a western forehand who plays the Blade 98 18x20 V9 gets all the spin they need and a more penetrating ball than the 16x19, which they find less controlled on flat shots.

“I’m a big hitter with a western forehand and switched to 18x20 Blades around 7 years ago.”
positivegood control
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WilsonBurn 100 V5

Switching from a Pure Drive 107, this player finds the Burn 100 V5 feels great on all strokes, including a one-handed backhand, and likes its large sweet zone.

“The Burn 100 v5 feels really good for all my strokes, including my 1hbh.”
positiveforgiving
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V2

A flat-hitting recreational player finds the Clash V2 Pro lacks power for them, with a small sweet spot and a muted, dead feel on off-center hits.

“I think i need a racket that helps me more with power then the V2 pro do now.”
negativeunderpoweredsmall sweet spot
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WilsonClash 100 V2

A lower-intermediate player liked the Clash 100 V2 strung with poly at 55 lbs, though it felt a bit erratic at times; a soft multi at lower tension felt mushy.

“I had a good experience with them, they made me feel in contact with the ball, albeit a bit unstable/erratic at times.”
mixed
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WilsonBlade 100L V10

A Blade 100L V10 owner measured 309 swing weight versus the spec 313 and added about 5 points, recommending the L for wrist issues.

“I bought the 100L v10, and raised the swing weight by about 5 points.”
mixed
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V10

A 3.5 who bought the Blade 98 16x19 V10 a few weeks ago finds the sweet spot small and regrets it.

“I just bought it a few weeks ago with Babolat natural gut at 49lbs but man the sweet spot is small.”
negativesmall sweet spot
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TecnifibreT-Fight 305S

Switching from a Blade 18x20, a player likes the T-Fight 305S: less feel but more spin, especially on kick serves, and more stable.

“Compared to the blade I feel like I have less feel, a bit more spin especially kick serve, and the tfight feels more stable.”
positivegreat spinstable
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WilsonBlade 98 18x20 V10

A former college player and teaching pro dislikes the Blade 98 18x20 V10 after the V8, finding it stiff and clunky across string setups.

“I really dislike the v10 18x20 after using the v8 for the past few years.”
negativecrisphard to swing
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WilsonBlade Pro 100 V10

Using the Blade Pro 100 V10 since release, this player really enjoys it and calls it an approachable, modernized Steam 100.

“I have been using the Blade 100 pro since it was released and really enjoy it.”
positive
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WilsonBlade 100 V10

A 4.0 flat hitter demoing the Blade 100 V10 found it felt good with slightly more power than the 98 but preferred the 98's control.

“They both really feel good”
positiveeasy power
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WilsonBlade 100 V9

A USTA 4.0 coming from the VCORE 98 can drive the ball and serve harder with the Blade 100 V9, though it felt too powerful in a nervous league match.

“the Blade I can power through the ball with pace on both forehand and backhand. Serve wise, I hit my serves stronger with Blade.”
positiveeasy powergreat on serve
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YonexPERCEPT 97

An intermediate player found the Percept 97 easy to whip with excellent control.

“I have tried both Percept 97 and 100. 97 - easy to whip, extremely good cont”
positivegood control
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YonexPERCEPT 97D

Loves the Percept 97D after returning from a long break; it gives the control they wanted since they generate their own power.

“I got the 97D as my first racquet back after a long hiatus. I love it.”
positivegood control
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YonexVCORE 100 (7th gen)

Switched to the 2023 Vcore 100; rallies are precise and consistent with Wasabi strings, but their serve rhythm is gone.

“I switched from the Ezone 98 (2022) to the Vcore 100 (2023) a while back”
mixedgood control
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YonexVCORE 100 (8th gen)

Finds the 2026 Vcore 100 less muted and much more powerful than the 2024 version.

“2026 is less muted ( still not crisp) and much more powerful”
positiveeasy power
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YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

Likes the 8th-gen Vcore 98 so much more than the 7th gen that they sold the old one.

“I like the gen 8 vcore 98 much better than the Gen 7 and plan for this to be my main match racquet for this season.”
positive
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YonexVCORE 98 (7th gen)

4.5-5.0 topspin player bought the 2023 Vcore 98 blind; a lot to like after 4 sessions, but shots fly long and volleys are harder than with the Speed MP.

“Ive played with the racket 4 sessions now. And there is alot to like but i'm really struggling with the depth.. My shots go waaaaaaay long when i put any power into them”
mixedeasy power
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YonexVCORE 100D (8th gen)

The 8th-gen Vcore 100D has a much lower launch angle, less spin, is forgiving and fun.

“I have hit with the 8th gen 100D and the 98. 100D has a much lower launch angle, less spin, pretty forgiving. Its fun to play with”
positiveforgiving
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YonexVCORE 95 (8th gen)

The 8th-gen Vcore 95 feels less muted and crisper than older versions, but the higher launch doesn't suit their flat hitting.

“compared to it the V8 feels less muted and crispier, the launch angle is higher which I don't like since I'm a flat hitter”
mixed
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YonexEZONE 98 (7th gen)

Plays with the 2022 Ezone 98 and loves it, preferring it to the newer, more dampened version.

“I play with the 2022 ez98. I love it.”
positive
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YonexEZONE 100 (7th gen)

Played the last-gen Ezone 100: stiff but very powerful.

“At one point I played with both the last gen ezone 100 and and percept 97h. Ezone 100 is stiff but very powerful.”
mixedeasy power
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YonexEZONE 100 (8th gen)

Learned tennis with the 2025 Ezone 100 over about 1.5 years and found it good, with a big sweet spot.

“I got the 2025 Ezone 100 to learn tennis and it was good since I got it (roughly 1.5 years).”
positiveforgiving
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YonexEZONE 98 (8th gen)

Bought the 2025 Ezone 98; amazing on serve but groundstrokes go long and lack the Tour's feel.

“I don't have that same amazing feeling on my groundstrokes. I'm hitting balls long and not trusting the set up, it's amazing on serve though.”
mixedgreat on serve
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YonexMuse 100

Bought the Muse 100 and finds it really comfortable; no more arm soreness after games.

“I bought the muse 100 too! It’s really comfortable to use.”
positivearm-friendly
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YonexMuse 98

Ordered two Muse 98s and both came in under spec at 301g and 299g, unlike their other Yonex frames.

“The weight for the Muse 98 is supposed to be 305 unstrung. I ordered two and got one at 301 grams and the other at 299.”
negative
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YonexPERCEPT 100

Very happy with the Percept 100; less powerful than the Ezone but they prefer its feel.

“I did end up getting the Percept 100, and I'm very happy with it. It's definitely less powerful than the EZone”
positiveunderpowered
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Loves the Percept 100D: can swing as fast as they want and the ball stays in, unlike with the Ezone and Vcore.

“I play with the 100D currently and I love it. I can swing as fast as I want and I’ll usually stay within the lines.”
positivegood control
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

A Blade v8 user tried the Ultra 99 Pro and found it a poppier version of the Blade.

“I use the Blade 16x19 V8 and tried the Ultra 99 – it's basically a poppier version of the Blade. I got a very similar feeling from both.”
positiveeasy power
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WilsonUltra 100 V5

This Ultra 100 V4 owner finds the Ultra 100 V5 awesome, with a different feel.

“but the V5 is awesome, a different feel though.”
positive
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

A newer player using the Pro Staff X for six months at 3–4 hours a week has had no pain.

“have been using the PSX for about 6 months now, playing weekly about 3-4 hours. I haven't experienced any pain”
positivearm-friendly
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

After a demo, this PS97 V13 player finds the RF 01 Pro powerful for topspin but lacking control on defence.

“You can hit great, topspin screamers with this racquet. The power is impressive. But the moment that you are playing defense, it lacks serious control.”
mixedeasy power
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WilsonRF 01

This player bought the 300 g RF 01 for faster swing speed and loves its mix of power and control.

“I got it for a slightly faster swing speed and not disappointed at all.”
positive
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WilsonShift 99 V1

Hitting with the Shift 99, this player found volleys didn't feel great and felt more impact in the wrist.

“I hit with the Shift 99 today, and I can concur that volleys don't feel super great with this racquet.”
mixed
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WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

Comparing it with the RF 01, this player found the Shift 99 Pro 18x20 more forgiving, with huge shots off the sweet spot.

“RF01 was a lot more unforgiving, and Shift gave some huge shots when hitting the sweet spot.”
positiveforgiving
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WilsonShift 99L V1

Having tried both, this player preferred the Shift 99L over the 99.

“99L is a very nice racquet and I preferred it over the 99”
positive
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WilsonUltra 100 V4

After demoing it among many rackets, this player wasn't impressed by the Ultra 100 V4, possibly due to the demo strings.

“I demoed a bunch of racquets over the last few months including the Ultra v4 100 square inch and I was not that impressed with it”
negative
WilsonClash 100 V3

After demoing the Ezone, Pure Aero and Rafa, this newer player stuck with the Clash 100 V3 because its comfort is hard to beat.

“I started a few months ago with Clash v3 100 but also got curious about the Ezone.”
positivearm-friendly
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WilsonClash 100L V2

Owning both, this player finds the Clash 100L V2 spinnier and faster to swing than the Ezone 100, but the Ezone wins elsewhere.

“Have to say that Clash v2 (Mine is a 100L though) is more spinny”
mixedgreat spinmaneuverable
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

After a few months, this player loves the Pro Staff 97 V14, which pushes them to attack and come to the net and has more power than the Ultra Pro.

“Been playing with Wilson ProStaff 97 v14 and Ultra Pro v4 18x20 for few months now! Love both of them!!!”
positive
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V9

In a side-by-side test, a player chose the Blade 98 16x19 V9 over the new EZONE 98 for predictable placement and confidence to swing freely.

“I felt confident to swing freely and go after each shot because it was much more predictable where my balls would land.”
positivegood control
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V13

This player is still on the Pro Staff 97 V13, having bought eight.

“Still a V13 boy! I bought 8 of them and haven't even gone thru one yet”
positive
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WilsonPro Staff 97L V14

This long-time Pro Staff player found their wife's Pro Staff 97L unforgiving and too light, and it gave them ulnar nerve issues with poly.

“I think its very unforgiving and too light. Its kind of like the worst of both worlds for what a pro staff is suppose to be.”
negativeharsh on the arm
WilsonPro Staff RF97 Autograph V13

This all-court intermediate can handle their RF97 Autograph V13, but in competitive matches feels their shots slowing after a set or so, unlike with their lighter Pro Staff 97s.

“in a competitive match after a set or a set and a half I can feel all of my shots slowing down a bit.”
mixedhard to swing
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V3

Switching from a 290g control racket for elbow reasons, this player finds the Clash 100 Pro V3 launches balls past the baseline like a trampoline.

“But im having an issue, all my balls go out after the baseline now…. Its just feels like a trampoline…”
negativearm-friendly
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 16x19 V9

An owner of both V9 16x19 Blades finds the Blade Pro feels much heavier in play, with much better plow through the ball.

“The Blade Pro is significantly heavier feeling, and the 7 vs 6 pts head light does not really do it justice.”
positivestable
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 18x20 V9

A former Pure Aero 98 player finds the Blade Pro 98 18x20 V9 very nice to hit with and still has plenty of spin.

“I am currently using this racket and finding it so nice to hit with.”
positivegreat spin
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WilsonBlade 98 18x20 V9

An owner of both V9 Blade 98 patterns prefers the 18x20's feel and higher swingweight, with no trouble producing spin, switching to the 16x19 only for kick serves on bad days.

“I have both and prefer 18x20. It just feels so much better.”
positivestable
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V2

A long-time Clash V1 player demoed the Clash 100 Pro V2 and found the embossed lettering on the throat very distracting in ready position.

“I just demo'ed the Clash 100 Pro v2, and let me say -- yuck.”
negative
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WilsonBlade 100L V10

An owner's Blade 100L V10 developed a crack in the bumper guard.

“Bumper guard crack on my Blade v10 100L”
negativedurability issues
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V10

A 4.5 who switched from the Pure Drive found the Blade 98 16x19 V10 had a much bigger sweet spot.

“I switched from the Pure Drive and felt that the Blade V10 had a much bigger sweet spot.”
positiveforgiving
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TecnifibreT-Fight 305S

After testing 10–12 sticks, a former VCORE Pro 97D player found the T-Fight 305S an amazing control stick with modern whippiness and spin.

“The tfight 305s is an amazing stick if you like control stick but want somenthing more modern in term of whippinness.”
positivegood controlmaneuverablegreat spin
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WilsonBlade 98 18x20 V10

A long-time Blade 18x20 collector found the V10 tinny and didn't buy it, preferring their customized V8 and V9.

“V10 has a tinny feel to it.”
negative
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WilsonBlade Pro 100 V10

A 56-year-old 4.0 demoing the Blade Pro 100 V10 finds it serves really well and hits a heavy, flatter ball with less easy spin and lower launch.

“The Blade 100 Pro doesn't seem less forgiving, just a lower launch angle so maybe less margin over the net.”
mixedgreat on serve
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WilsonBlade 100 V10

After a first hit, a new Blade 100 V10 owner finds it easier to swing than the Speed MP but the ball flies more than expected with multifilament.

“It felt easier to swing than my Head Speed MP. Really liking it so far, but the ball seems to fly more than I’m used to.”
positivemaneuverableeasy power
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WilsonBlade 100 V9

A long-time Blade 98 user found a friend's Blade 100 V9 a more forgiving Blade but lacking charisma and directional control.

“Plays like a more forgiving Blade. Lacks a bit of charisma, I felt.”
mixedforgiving
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YonexPERCEPT 97

Played both: the Percept 97 has some of the best feel of any modern racket and is much softer.

“The 97 has some of the best feel of any modern racket, it is significantly softer, beam thinner and sweet”
positivesoft
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YonexPERCEPT 97D

The Percept 97D needs a lot of work to generate power, but control is excellent.

“I got the 97d and here is my take..... Need to do a lot of work to generate power but the control is excellent.”
mixedgood controlunderpowered
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YonexVCORE 100 (7th gen)

Finds the 2023 Vcore 100 too unreliable and launchy; it needs heavy topspin on every shot.

“Finding the vcore 100 too unreliable - i don't feel like i know where the ball is going to go. Great when it works, but it requires consistent heavy topspin on every shot.”
negative
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YonexVCORE 100 (8th gen)

Owns both 8th-gen Vcores; the 100 is easier to play but string-sensitive and can feel muted; easy depth and defense.

“I own both and also came from a Shift 99!! The Vcore 100 is definitely easier to play with, but it’s string sensitive.”
positive
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YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

Plays the 8th-gen Vcore 98 and finds it balanced, with more pop than older versions.

“I play with a Gen 8 vcore 98 and if find it to be relatively more balanced.”
positive
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YonexVCORE 100D (8th gen)

Demoed the Vcore 100D: more control when in position, but trickier when out of position.

“There's definitely more control with the 100d if you are in position and playing aggressively with right technique.”
mixedgood control
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YonexVCORE 95 (8th gen)

Really liked the 2026 Vcore 95 in a set and bought one.

“So I played a set with a friend's VCore 95 strung with Yonex Poly Tour and I really liked it.”
positive
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YonexEZONE 98 (7th gen)

Plays the 2022 Ezone 98 with a shaped/slick poly hybrid and gets plenty of spin and lift on the ball.

“I use the ezone 98 2022. You need a shaped poly like hyper g in the mains and a slick poly in the crosses.”
positivegreat spin
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YonexEZONE 100 (7th gen)

A 3.5-4.0 player sold the 7th-gen Ezone 100 because it was too powerful and hurt their arm.

“I had the ezone 100 (v7) and sold it because it was too powerful and hurt my arm.”
negativeharsh on the armeasy power
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YonexEZONE 100 (8th gen)

Demoed the 2025 Ezone 100 and loved it: as comfortable as the Clash 100, with great feel, stability and more power.

“I recently demoed the new Yonex Ezone 100, loved it and am planning to get one to replace my Clash 100. I find it about as comfortable as the Clash”
positivestableeasy powerarm-friendly
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YonexEZONE 98 (8th gen)

Demoed and bought the 2025 Ezone 98, liking it much more than the 100; it feels less clunky and lets them swing freely.

“I recently demo and bought the 2025 Ezone 98 which I liked quite a bit better than the 100. It felt less clunky”
positivemaneuverable
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YonexPERCEPT 100

After a month of demoing eight rackets, chose the Percept 100 over the Wilson Shift and Vcore line.

“Two finalists. One winner! Percept 100”
positive
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Loves the Percept 100D's point-and-shoot precision for doubles and finds it easier on the arm than the Pure Strike.

“Play the 100D with Hyper G light at 50 lbs nearly all the time. I love that it’s point and shoot. It’s easier on my arm than my Pure Strike”
positivegood controlarm-friendly
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

Switched from the Percept 97 to the Ultra Pro 99 and is very happy; it helps them dictate points despite slightly less precision.

“I switched from percept to ultra pro and am so happy I did. It fits my game perfectly and helps me dictate the points a lot better and get out of defensive positions more easily.”
positive
WilsonUltra 100 V5

This player finds the Ultra 100 V5 powerful and arm-friendly with poly, though a bit disconnected.

“V5 felt a bit disconnected but still pretty nice.”
positiveeasy powerarm-friendly
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

This owner's Pro Staff X gathers dust: it felt unwieldy for serve-and-volley.

“I have a pro-staff X and it gathers dust on a shelf”
negativehard to swing
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

After a month of mostly doubles, this reviewer finds the RF 01 Pro still head-light and not much slower at net than a Pro Staff.

“the RF01 pro isn’t much slower. like a prostaff, it’s still very headlight.”
positivemaneuverable
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WilsonRF 01

Trying a friend's RF 01, this Blade 100 V9 player finds it similar to the Blade but with more power.

“A friend loaned me his RF 01 (not Pro) and i might need to buy one. It's similar to the Blade, but i feel like i get more power.”
positiveeasy power
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WilsonShift 99 V1

This owner of the 300 g Shift 99 gets plenty of spin on hard hits but found it really unstable on groundstrokes and volleys until adding lead.

“I have the 300g version. It gives plenty of spin if you hit the ball well and hard.”
mixedgreat spinunstable vs heavy balls
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WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

After a demo, this player found the Shift 99 Pro way too much racket for a rec player, more like a Blade Pro.

“when I demoed it a year ago my impressions were that it was way too much racquet for a rec player”
negativehard to swing
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WilsonUltra 100 V4

Returning after years on a Radical MP, this full-western player found the Ultra 100 V4 very powerful with poor control; restringing with multifilament helped but it's still not right.

“I've been very unsatisfied with it as it's very powerful”
negativeeasy power
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WilsonClash 100 V3

After an injury, this hard hitter moved from the Clash 100L to the Clash 100 V3, which felt better but a bit light on serves and volleys and too flexible on big forehands.

“So I moved to the normal version of the Clash 100 v3. And now I'm thirsty for more power on my serve and forehand”
mixedarm-friendly
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WilsonClash 100L V2

This coach uses a Clash 100L V2 as a light coaching racket and finds it easy, forgiving and comfortable on the arm.

“I have a v2 100l as my light racket for coaching. It’s easy to use, forgiving, and comfortable on my arm.”
positiveforgivingarm-friendly
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

This player has liked their used Pro Staff 97 V14 so far, though it weighs a heavy 353 g strung.

“I recently got myself a used Wilson Pro Staff 97 V14 and have liked it so far.”
positive
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V9

A Blade 98 16x19 V9 player loves it and, after testing the V10, still prefers the V9 for its sweeter overall feel.

“playing with blade V9 16x19 and love it. tested v10 and for me, V9 is the winner. just better feel overall.”
positive
WilsonPro Staff 97 V13

Comparing with the Percept 97, this player finds the Pro Staff 97 V13 unforgiving but unbeatably rewarding when hit clean.

“PSV13 will give you nothing for free and punish lack of full swing and clean shots, but when you hit it clean it’s the more rewarding option and unbeatable feeling.”
mixed
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WilsonPro Staff RF97 Autograph V13

Strung at 58 lbs with Kirschbaum Evolution, this player likes the RF97 Autograph V13's soft feel and spin, and its low power lets them take full swings.

“They are soft but not gimicky and have great tension maintenance. I like the feel and they have good spin. They are low-powered so I can take a full swing”
positivesoftunderpoweredgreat spin
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V3

A 4.0 player bought the Clash 100 Pro V3 for elbow problems and, with 2g of lead at 12, finds it a perfectly playable racket.

“I got one for elbow problems as well and I think it's 305g stock unstrung which is a pretty normal weight.”
positivearm-friendly
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 16x19 V9

An aggressive baseliner who bought both V9 16x19 Blades kept the Blade Pro, finding it more forgiving and packing a huge punch for its static weight.

“I ended up buying both and then selling the Blade. For some players the Blade pro is more forgiving (myself included).”
positiveforgivingstable
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WilsonBlade 98 18x20 V9

Demoing the Blade 98 18x20 V9 after their 16x19, this player got better spin from it on full swings and is considering it for more control.

“I actually got better spin out of the 18x20.”
positivegreat spingood control
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WilsonClash 100 V2

This player finds the Clash 100 V2 great and never has pain, even playing 4–5 times a week.

“I play with a 100 v2 and its great, never have any pain even when playing 4-5 times per week.”
positivearm-friendly
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V10

A longtime Pro Staff user who switched to the off-the-shelf Blade 98 16x19 V10 finds it plush and very forgiving off-centre, with no arm pain, and says they are playing some of their best tennis with it.

“the blade feels so plush, and is mega forgiving on off centre shots. I've got confidence to take huge swings at it”
positiveforgivingarm-friendlysoft
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TecnifibreT-Fight 305S

Demoing the T-Fight 305S after their Blade V9 broke, a player calls it a beast but needs time to recreate their flat drive.

“Not a head-to-head here, the 305 is a beast.”
positive
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WilsonBlade 98 18x20 V10

A coach demoing the Blade 98 18x20 V10 finds it very stable and punchy, best for flat linear strokes with precise point-and-shoot serves, though it demands clean contact.

“18x20 far better for linear strokes”
positivestablegood controlgreat on serve
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WilsonBlade Pro 100 V10

This player demoed the Blade Pro 100 V10 and loved it.

“I demoed the BP100 along with the Prince Tour 290. Loved both of them to be honest.”
positive
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WilsonBlade 100 V10

Switching from the Blade 98 V9, a player finds the Blade 100 V10 fantastic and far more forgiving, though their serve and depth dropped with 4G Soft.

“The Blade 100 itself is fantastic though. Way more forgiving than my 98”
positiveforgivinggood control
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WilsonBlade 100 V9

A Blade 100 V9 user finds it fine but enjoyed hitting an older Pure Drive more.

“I normally use a Blade v9 100 and I feel it’s fine, but I recently tried an older PureDrive and I enjoyed the hitting experience more.”
mixed
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YonexPERCEPT 97

Used the Percept 97 for a year: great feel, control and arm-friendly, but low-powered.

“I used the Percept 97 for about a year and really like it. Great feel and control and definitely arm friendly.”
positivearm-friendlyunderpowered
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YonexVCORE 100 (8th gen)

The new Vcore 100 didn't suit them; they switched back to the Pure Drive.

“Just switched back to my pure drive, and the difference in my game is night and day lol. Guess the VCORE just isn’t for me.”
negative
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YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

Demoed the new Vcore 98, loved it and pre-ordered a couple; a nice upgrade over the 2021 version.

“I loved the 98 and bought a couple on pre-order. I'm using the 2021 version and this is a nice upgrade.”
positive
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YonexVCORE 95 (7th gen)

Rented the 2023 Vcore 95 and liked its spin and feel, but found it too muted with power that cost control.

“I rented the Vcore95 2023 and really liked the amount of spin, feel and contr”
mixedgreat spin
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YonexVCORE 98 (7th gen)

Bought the 2023 Vcore 98 and hated it: balls went long, low mishits felt miserable, and switched to an Aero 98 for more control.

“I bought this too and hated this racket. Same thing, hit a little to long.”
negativesmall sweet spot
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YonexVCORE 100D (8th gen)

Plays a matched pair of Vcore 100Ds; the stringbed is unpredictable, so they string it even tension for more control.

“The biggest weakness of the racket is the predictability of the stringbed”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 95 (8th gen)

Their 2026 Vcore 95 strung loose plays great: good pocketing, power, control and spin.

“I’ve been using razor code 1.25 which is fairly stiff at 42/40 and it’s been great. Good pocketing, power, control and spin.”
positivegreat spingood control
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YonexEZONE 98 (7th gen)

Demoed the Ezone 98 for two weeks: manoeuvres well for their one-handed backhand, with good control and no arm issues, though less forgiving on off days.

“the thin beam 98 manoeuvres way better for me and have adapted well to it despite being told its a "demanding racquet".”
positivemaneuverablegood control
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YonexEZONE 100 (7th gen)

Finds the 2022 Ezone 100 an excellent, forgiving racket for beginners and usable to 4.0+.

“I have the ezone 100 2022 strung with triax at 52 pounds and I think it’s an excellent, forgiving racket for a beginner.”
positiveforgiving
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YonexEZONE 100 (8th gen)

With the same strings, the 2025 Ezone 100 launches the ball much more than their 7th-gen Ezone.

“I had Mach 10 and hyper G on it but it keeps sail to outer space compared to my 7th gen Ezone with the same set up.”
mixedeasy power
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YonexEZONE 98 (8th gen)

After elbow issues with the Pure Aero, finds their Ezone 98 (2026 Espresso Brown) more comfortable and easier to control, with a forgiving sweet spot.

“I find the Ezone 98 more comfortable and easier to control, especially on flatter shots.”
positivearm-friendlygood control
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YonexPERCEPT 100

Moving up to the Percept 100 from the 97 and Vcore 98 was the best thing for their game; the bigger sweet spot has no downside at 4.0.

“Best thing to happen to my game is going up to Percept 100 from the 97 and Vcore 98.”
positiveforgiving
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Loves the Percept 100D with a leather grip and a little weight; good spin, though a bit underpowered.

“I love this stick. I threw a leather grip and a little weight at 10 and 2 and it just feels so good.”
positivegreat spin
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

A long-time Pro Staff player liked the Ultra 99 Pro a lot but found the balance very head-heavy.

“I tried the Ultra 99 Pro and liked it A LOT. Only thing I didn't quite like was the balance is so extreme in the top of the hoop”
positive
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

This Pro Staff player loves the Pro Staff X V14 too, calling it a Pro Staff feel with more power and stability.

“If you are open to a larger head size, I actually love the PS v14 X as well”
positivestable
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

Months in, this player finds the RF 01 Pro's sweet spot larger than the RF97's and still very stable.

“I feel that the sweet spot is larger than the RF97”
positivestable
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WilsonRF 01

This player finds the standard RF 01 precise but in need of more weight, excelling at nothing.

“Use it every now and then and always feel it needs much more weight.”
negative
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WilsonShift 99 V1

Testing it against their Vcore 98 with the same strings and tension, this player loves the Shift 99 V1 300 g and disagrees that it's unforgiving.

“I just tried the Shift 99 v1 300g version and compared it apples to apples (same string combo, same tension) against my Vcore 98 v7. I am pretty angry….about how much I love it.”
positiveforgiving
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WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

This flat hitter found the Shift 99 Pro great at first but lacking penetration in matches; better for spinny swings.

“I tried this exact Shift in Pro version and at first sight played great but in next matches I realized it does not work for my flat game.”
mixed
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WilsonUltra 100 V4

Demoing the Ultra 100, this Ezone 100 player found it less powerful than an Ezone or Pure Drive with very bad stability.

“My thoughts demoing the Ultra 100 was that it's less power than an Ezone or Pure Drive which is fine but the stability was just very bad”
negativeunstable vs heavy balls
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WilsonClash 100 V3

With NXT comfort strings, this player's arm strain improved dramatically over three months with the Clash 100 V3.

“I use the regular Clash 100 V3 paired with Wilson NXT comfort strings and i have noticed a dramatic improvement in arm strain over the last 3 months using it.”
positivearm-friendly
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

This player finds the Pro Staff 97 V14 slaps big time, using a Pro Staff X alongside it, both weighted to about 347 g.

“This racket slaps big time”
positive
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V9

A baseliner who played the Blade 98 16x19 V9 says clean hits give a deep, penetrating ball and it is good at the net, but wonders if it lacks free power and notes the arm doesn't always agree with poly.

“When I hit properly, I get a great deep, penetrating ball, love the trajectory, and really like it at the net.”
mixedgood control
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V13

This aggressive baseliner finds the Pro Staff 97 V13 crisp and responsive.

“I currently have the RF01 and pro staff 97 v13. I feel like the prostaff is crisp, responsive”
positivecrisp
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WilsonPro Staff RF97 Autograph V13

Owning both the V11 and V13 since release, this player prefers the RF97 Autograph V13 and wants a second one as a backup.

“I decided that it was time for me to get a second v13 as it’s my preferred version”
positive
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V3

Strung with soft co-poly at 51/49, the Clash 100 Pro V3 gave this stringer good control and wasn't a high-power racket.

“I have hit with a clash 100 v3 pro strung with a soft co-poly at 51/49 and it has good control.”
positivegood control
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 16x19 V9

After 2 weeks, a player loves the Blade Pro 98 16x19 V9's feel, control, stability and power, but its high swing weight hurts maneuverability.

“I really like this racket because of its feel, control, STABILITY and power it offers me”
mixedstablegood controlhard to swing
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WilsonClash 100 V2

A 3.5 player switched from the Clash 100 V2 to the Ezone 100 and finds the Ezone dramatically better after a few weeks of adjustment.

“I am a 3.5 and I switched from the Clash 100v2 to the Ezone 100 several months ago.”
negative
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V10

A former varsity player and coach demoing the Blade 98 16x19 V10 finds it far more solid and stable than the V9, punchy with free depth and good spin, rewarding clean contact.

“You can definitely generate spin with this (especially 16x19)”
positivestablegreat spingreat on serve
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WilsonBlade Pro 100 V10

Demoing the Blade Pro 100 V10, this player liked its stiff but comfortable feel but found it too light to time well without more lead.

“The BP100 had a really nice stiff but comfortable feel.”
mixed
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WilsonBlade 100 V10

After a two-hour test, a lifelong intermediate club player really liked the Blade 100 V10 and plans to buy one.

“Today I tested the Wilson Blade 100 V10 for two hours. I really liked it and I’m going to buy one.”
positive
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YonexPERCEPT 97

Felt great with the Percept 97 on good days but it punished mistimed shots.

“I tried the percept 97 and on a good day, I felt great with it. But if I mis-timed anything, th”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 100 (7th gen)

After 1.5 years with the 7th-gen Vcore 100, finds its launch angle high.

“Hi, I've been using the Vcore 100 7th gen for around 1.5 years. I always thought the vcore had a higher launch angle compared to other rackets.”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 100 (8th gen)

Switched to the new Vcore 100 and doesn't find the launch angle too high.

“I just switched from the Ezone 98 (from 2020-ish so a couple gens old) to the new vcore 100.”
positive
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YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

Bought the 8th gen Vcore 98; it rewards fast upward topspin swings, which was harder with their Vcore Pro 97HD. Happy with the purchase.

“the racket goes in line with my progression of swinging up more and fast for my topspin and the racket nails it when I got it right.”
positivegreat spin
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YonexVCORE 95 (7th gen)

Tried the 2023 Vcore 95 and found it too muted, with extra power that cost control.

“I’ve tried both the 21 and 23 Vcore 95’s and I prefer the 21. It’s a bit stiffer so it has better feel. 23 was a little too muted for me”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 98 (7th gen)

40+ 4.0 player switched from a Pure Aero to the 2023 Vcore 98; it plays nicely but made their mild tennis elbow far worse.

“Instead it made my mild tennis elbow far far worse.”
negativeharsh on the arm
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YonexVCORE 100D (8th gen)

Demoed the new Vcore 100D and it felt awful: balls either got no depth or flew long.

“I was extremely excited to try the new VCORE 100D and was pretty upset that it felt awful.”
negative
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YonexVCORE 95 (8th gen)

Loves the gen 8 Vcore 95: better feel and solidity than the 98, especially at net, and more linear and predictable.

“95 has better feel ands solidity, especially at net.”
positivestablegood control
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YonexEZONE 98 (7th gen)

A 4.5 player loves the 2022 Ezone 98's easy power and comfort after a month; it has been almost pain-free on a chronic shoulder.

“I’ve spent the last month hitting with the **2022 Ezone 98 (Aqua Night Black)** and love the easy power-plus-comfort combo.”
positiveeasy powerarm-friendly
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YonexEZONE 100 (8th gen)

A three-time Ezone 100 owner finds the 8th gen feels lighter, with less feel and lighter shots than the 7th gen.

“This is my third Yonex Ezone 100 and somehow this one feels lighter than the 7th and 6th generation racquets”
mixed
YonexEZONE 98 (8th gen)

Testing side by side, a player found the new EZONE 98 too muted, lacking the confidence to go after balls.

“I felt the new Ezone 98 was way too muted and didn’t like the feel at all.”
negativesoft
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YonexPERCEPT 100

Thinking of returning the Percept 100 because it's too low-powered; you have to work hard to send the ball.

“Im thinking to return Percept, i feel like its too lower power, so you really need to work hard to send the ball.”
negativeunderpowered
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Loves the Percept 100D once weighted above 325 swingweight at lower tension; didn't like it stock.

“I love the 100D but didn’t like the EZ98 so take that for what it’s worth.”
positive
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

Ultra 99 Pro has plenty of power from an open pattern but is string sensitive, eats strings and swings heavier.

“Ultra 99 pro has a very open string pattern, it works for me but is string sensitive and eats through strings.”
mixedeasy power
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

After a year on the Pro Staff X at 4–5 sessions a week, this player developed wrist tendinitis.

“have been using a Pro Staff X for the last year, playing around 4-5x/week. About a month ago, I started developing significant wrist tendinitis”
negativeharsh on the arm
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

This near-11 UTR player who uses it daily finds the RF 01 Pro a modern spin racket with a tiny sweet spot and inconsistent pocketing.

“Everything about the racquet feels like a modern spin racquet, except for how small the sweet spot is and the inconsistency in ball pocketing across the stringbed.”
mixedsmall sweet spotgreat spin
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WilsonRF 01

Weighted up to 330 g, this player prefers the 300 g RF 01 over the Pro for its whippiness and playing longer.

“I just picked up the 300g version and agree it didn’t feel as stable as the pro, but with some added weight I prefer it over the pro.”
positivemaneuverable
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WilsonShift 99 V1

A month in, this player loves the Wilson Shift 99: good feel and great groundstrokes, though a little lacking on touch volleys.

“I bought this racket a month ago and I am loving it. Has good feel, great ground strokes, mabey lacking a little in touch volleys but not bad.”
positive
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WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

Coming from 2015 Pure Drives, this player finds the Shift 99 Pro softer and more stable at the cost of some power.

“Coming from a set of 2015 Pure Drives, it's the opposite for me in that the Shift 99 Pro provides softer feel and better stability at the cost of some power.”
positivesoftstable
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WilsonUltra 100 V4

Recommended by their coach for flat hitters, this player's Wilson Ultra 100 V4 gives a balance of power, control and spin.

“I have a V4 which you can find for cheap right now”
positiveeasy powergood control
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WilsonClash 100 V3

Eight months in, this player demoed six rackets and found the Clash 100 V3 by far the best feeling.

“after trying 6 of them out, the Wilson Clash 100 v3 has been by far the best feeling for me personally.”
positive
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

This player loves everything about the Pro Staff 97 V14 except the paint job.

“I love everything about the V14 Pro Staff except the paintjob.”
positive
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V9

Playing both V9 Blade 98 patterns, this returning player finds the 16x19 makes hitting with spin and power easier than the 18x20.

“The 16x19 on the other hand makes hitting with spin and power feel ju”
positivegreat spin
WilsonPro Staff 97 V13

This player found the Pro Staff 97 V13 (315 g) a bit too demanding.

“The V13 315g was a bit too demanding for me”
negativehard to swing
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V3

Using it for injury recovery, this ITN 4+ player finds the stock Clash 100 Pro V3 too unstable against hard serves and heavy forehands.

“I find the factory Pro version to be too unstable at higher level, especially when returning hard servers or tough forehand ralleys.”
negativearm-friendly
WilsonBlade Pro 98 16x19 V9

Owning Pro Staffs and a Gravity Pro, a player finds the Blade Pro 16x19 V9 more powerful than both, with excellent feel and enough control.

“Blade Pro naturally feels more like a rocket launcher with enough control but excellent feel.”
positiveeasy power
WilsonBlade 98 18x20 V9

Playing both V9 Blade 98 patterns this season, this returning player finds the 18x20 amazing and great on serve, but it makes them work harder on rally forehands.

“The 18x20 feels amazing in almost every respect and serves like a dream”
positivegreat on servegood control
WilsonClash 100 V2

Looking for something easy on wrist pain, this player demoed the Ezone and Clash 100 V2 and preferred the Clash.

“I demo'd the Yonnex Ezone and Wilson Clash 100 v2 and def wanna go with the Wilson Clash model”
positivearm-friendly
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V10

A 4.0 player upgrading from the Blade v7 100L demoed the Blade 98 16x19 V10 and loved it for extreme control and power.

“the 98 felt like I had such extreme control and power”
positivegood controleasy power
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WilsonBlade Pro 100 V10

An owner of earlier Blade 100s likes the Blade Pro 100 V10: more power and a direct feel yet controllable, and fine for their sensitive wrist.

“Really liking the 100 pro so far, it’s 1mm thicker and much stiffer so there’s more power over the regular 100.”
positiveeasy powergood control
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WilsonBlade 100 V10

Demoing the Blade 100 V10, a V8 owner found it only slightly crisper and more powerful, not worth upgrading.

“Really didn’t feel much different compared to my V8 100. Maybe a little crisper/more powerful”
mixedcrisp
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YonexPERCEPT 97

Demoed the Percept 97 and loved its non-stiff feel, though it needs a harder swing.

“I just demoed a Percept 97 and really loved it”
positive
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YonexVCORE 100 (7th gen)

Loved their 2024 Vcore 100 until the frame cracked.

“Loved it while it lasted but just been informed by my local shop that it won’t take a new restring due to a crack in the frame.”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 100 (8th gen)

With the red (8th-gen) Vcore 100 they can destroy the ball and it still drops in.

“The higher sweet spot of the red one means you can absolutely destroy balls with it and they'll still fall in play.”
positivegreat spin
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YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

4.5 player demoed the 2026 Vcore 98 and enjoyed it, except the high launch angle sent forehands and high flat balls long.

“I had recently been playing with the vcore 98 and enjoyed it outside of one thing: the launch angle was a lot higher than I was used to”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 95 (7th gen)

After demoing several rackets, liked the 2023 Vcore 95 best and is weighting it up.

“I posted about [my demo experience](https://www.reddit.com/r/10s/s/XkNExFKREr) a few days ago, the result of which concluding that I liked the Vcore 95 best”
positive
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YonexVCORE 100D (8th gen)

Tried the new Vcore 100D and found it much less maneuverable than previous generations; not impressed.

“I have tried the 100D and am an avid 2021 100 user, my consensus is that the feel of the new line is vastly different”
negativehard to swing
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YonexEZONE 100 (8th gen)

The 2025 Ezone 100 feels mushy with full multi but connected with their usual poly.

“IN the 2025 Ezone 100 when I play with a full bed of multi it feels so mushy to me. With my normal poly setup though I feel pretty connected still.”
mixedsoft
YonexEZONE 98 (8th gen)

After an hour hitting the 2025 EZONE 98 against their Blade v8 16x19, a player found groundstrokes and serves great, much more forgiving with easier power, and is tempted to switch.

“groundstrokes and serves are great - much more forgiving, and easier to generate oomph.”
positiveforgivingeasy powergreat on serve
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YonexPERCEPT 100

Has used the Percept 100 for a few months and really enjoys its great feel, control and precision.

“I use a Percept 100. Bought it a few months ago. Strung with Kirschbaum Super Smash. I'm really enjoying this racquet.”
positivegood control
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Finds the Percept 100D great, but it demands fitness late in sets.

“This is a pretty accurate summary of how I feel about the percept. My conditioning is not in the place it needs to be and impacts my shots later in the set”
mixed
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

A former D1 player found the Ultra 99 Pro erratic in a short demo.

“The ultra felt erratic to me, but I didn’t log enough hours on it to call it a fair comparison.”
negative
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

This player left the Pro Staff X for the Gravity Tour when they got forearm pain, which went away quickly after switching.

“I switched from Pro Staff X to Head Gravity Tour last year when I started getting forearm pain, and it went away quickly.”
negativeharsh on the arm
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

A month into the RF 01 Pro stock, this former RF97 player finds it stiff even at lower tensions.

“I have been playing with the rf 01 pro stock for about a month now.”
mixed
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WilsonRF 01

This player loves the 300 g RF 01 after old Juice 100s: amazing groundstrokes and control, though the sweet spot is small and their serve got worse.

“I own the RF01 300 gram version and love it.”
positivegood controlsmall sweet spot
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WilsonShift 99 V1

Coming from a Blade V8, this player loves their matched, leaded-up Shift 99 16x20 for its more open feel.

“I had been using a Blade v8 but demo’d a shift and enjoyed how it felt a bit more open.”
positive
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WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

This player has had the Shift 99 Pro for two years and now uses it as their only racket, an all-court stick.

“I've had the Pro99 2 years and just started using it as my sole racquet. I like it.”
positive
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WilsonClash 100 V3

A Clash 100 V3 player finds it great for control with synthetic gut.

“I play with a Clash 100 V3 and find it great for control.”
positivegood control
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

Owning two Pro Staff 97 V14s and several Blades, this player finds the V14 has more feel, stability, power and whip than the Blade.

“V14 pro staff. all reviews will tell you it is the most “modern” spin friendly and powerful pro staff out there.”
positivestableeasy power
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V9

A former college player gets better spin and a higher launch angle from the Blade 98 16x19 V9 than from a denser 18x20.

“I play with the Blade v9 16x19 now and I have a Blade v6 18x20.”
positivegreat spin
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V13

This player loves the Pro Staff 97 V13 and prefers its feel to the V14, keeping the V14 only as a spare.

“I love my PS v13. I tried the v14 when it came out, but for some reason I prefer the feel of the v13 more and use it more.”
positive
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V3

After trying almost every racket, this NTRP 3.5 player settled on the Clash 100 Pro V3, strung with poly at 24/23 kg, because it does everything right for them.

“After trying almost every racket out there, I finally decided to stick with this one.”
positive
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 16x19 V9

A 4.0 who switched from the Pro Staff 97 V14 calls the Blade Pro 16x19 V9 a unit with the best feel they've used recently.

“Hands down the best feeling racket that I have used in recent memory.”
positivestable
WilsonBlade 98 18x20 V9

A former Pro Staff 97 player who chose the Blade 98 18x20 V9 had to work harder for topspin with a looser wrist, and widened their stance at first.

“I took 18x20. You will not find a huge difference but there are some.”
mixed
WilsonClash 100 V2

An adult beginner who owned both prefers the Ezone 100 to the Clash 100 V2, though both are arm-friendly with large sweet spots.

“Had both as an adult beginner. Ezone 100 feels a lot better.”
mixedarm-friendly
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V10

A buyer of a matching pair of Blade 98 16x19 V10s is disappointed that they play like two completely different racquets.

“I bought a matching pair of Blade 98 16x19 v10s, but they play like two completely different racquets.”
negative
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WilsonBlade Pro 100 V10

After 4 hours, a long-time Blade 98 user bought the Blade Pro 100 V10: stunning control, easy depth, whippy, great spin and awesome on serve.

“Stunning directional control, easy depth (not much overhitting though), fab for creating pace, whippy, great for tons of spin variations and flat shots.”
positivegood controlgreat spingreat on serve
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WilsonBlade 100 V10

After demoing both, a player chose the Blade 100 V10 over the VCORE 100 for better placement with enough spin.

“I felt I could hit my spots a lot better with the Blade while still getting enough spin.”
positivegood control
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YonexPERCEPT 97

Switched to the Percept 97: the ball now lands in, but they lost a lot of power.

“I switched from the ezone 100 to the percept 97 because I randomly grabbed one cheap on an auction site.”
mixedgood controlunderpowered
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YonexVCORE 100 (7th gen)

Switched from the Ezone to the 2023 Vcore 100 and likes the Vcore a lot more.

“switched to Vcore 100 2023 from Ezone. i like the vcore alot more”
positive
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YonexVCORE 100 (8th gen)

Tried the new 8th gen Vcore 100 and was not impressed; feels much less maneuverable than older VCores.

“I tried the 98 and the 100 and I can tell you, I was not impressed”
negativehard to swing
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YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

New 2026 Vcore 98 gave more power but they struggled with control and second serves; everything worked again with their 2023 version.

“Got back home and tried playing with it and had a tough time with my serve, controlling the ball to where I would like it to go, approach shots landing out etc.”
negativeeasy power
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YonexVCORE 95 (7th gen)

Two years with the 2023 Vcore 95 (lead at 3/9); now wants a bit more power, sweet spot and feel.

“Been using the vcore 95, 2023 for about two years”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 98 (7th gen)

Loves the 7th gen Vcore 98's new head shape and higher sweet spot but finds the stringbed feel hollow compared with the 2021 version.

“While I love the new head shape, I'm not thrilled about the feel coming off of the stringbed - it felt a bit hollow”
mixed
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YonexEZONE 98 (8th gen)

A former Blade 98 player switched to the new EZONE 98 and finds it fantastic with a leather grip and stiffer strings.

“I finally switched away from my Blade 98 to the new Ezone 98. I think it's fantastic”
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Demoed the Percept 100D twice and loves how controlled it is.

“I’ve demod twice now and I really love how controlled it is.”
positivegood control
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

The Ultra Pro 99 played fantastic: stable with great spin and control, but launches off-centre and eats strings.

“Stable, great plow through, fantastic spin, yet still great control and feel. Do have to be fairly clean otherwise it can launch. Fair warning it does eat string like a beast.”
positivestablegreat spingood control
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

Owning two Pro Staff X V14s and planning a third, this player finds it comfortable stock at 330 g strung with poly at 60 lbs.

“I own two Pro Staff X V14's. I'm probably going to buy a third since the price has dropped recently.”
positive
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

This RF 01 Pro user finds it amazing on their A game but punishing whenever they're off.

“It feels amazing to hit with and performs incredibly well when you are 100% on your A game.”
mixedsmall sweet spot
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WilsonRF 01

After going back and forth with other rackets, this player keeps returning to their modified RF 01, though it's demanding on defence.

“I currently play with the a modified RF01 non-pro.”
positive
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WilsonShift 99 V1

This Shift 99 user finds it adds extra spin and pace, and enjoys flattening shots out with it too.

“I use the Shift 99 myself and I’m not sure how it feels to my opponent exactly. But definitely a racquet that helps me get extra juice on my balls”
positivegreat spin
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WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

This player has used the Shift 99 Pro for about three years and generally likes it, though they wish it were 5 g lighter, a little less stiff and thinner in the beam.

“I always think that if they made the Pro 5g lighter, a little less stiff, and a slightly narrower beam it would be my ideal racket.”
mixed
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

This 3.5–4.0 player loved the Pro Staff 97 V14, switched to a Speed MP 2022, then went back and found the Pro Staff perfect.

“Last week i decided to take the PS out to see how it felt and it was perfect”
positive
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V9

Coming from an 18x20 Prestige MP, this player generally likes the Blade 98 16x19 V9's maneuverability and free power, but babies about 20% of swings for control.

“I’ve been trying out the v9 16x19. I generally like it”
mixedmaneuverableeasy power
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V13

After a year with the Pro Staff 97 V13, this player has found no racket since as satisfying.

“I played with v13 for about a year after picking up tennis again.”
positive
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WilsonClash 100 Pro V3

After three years with Clash V2 and V3, this player found the Clash 100 Pro V3 very good on first try: more stable, heavier ball and more spin than the regular V3, though less maneuverable.

“Je viens d'acheter une v3 pro, un seul essai avec, et je l'ai trouvé très bonne. Bien plus stable que la v3 classique”
positivestablegreat spin
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 16x19 V9

A former D1 player finds the Blade Pro 16x19 V9 rewarding but very demanding: hefty swing weight, smaller sweet spot, raw feel and lacking spin.

“I would have to say that the Blade pro is more rewarding, but much more difficult to use.”
mixedhard to swingsmall sweet spot
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WilsonClash 100 V2

Using a coach's Clash 100 V2 during lessons, this beginner found it super comfortable with no elbow pain.

“As it happens, it was SUPER comfortable and I didn't get any elbow pain.”
positivearm-friendly
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WilsonBlade Pro 100 V10

After demoing several frames, a long-time Blade 98 user and their coach chose the Blade Pro 100 V10 over the Blade 100 V10 for easier power with control.

“Loved the Blade Pro 100.”
positivegood controleasy power
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YonexPERCEPT 97

A 3.5 player loves the Percept 97 but mishits too often; their coach suggested a bigger frame.

“3.5 player who loves the Percept 97, but my footwork/spatial awareness/positioning isn’t at the level to avoid the mishits yet.”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

The 2026 Vcore 98 is less whippy and more head heavy; good plow-through and power but less spin, so balls sail more.

“Offers good plow through and power, but at the cost of spin.”
negativeeasy powerhard to swing
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YonexVCORE 95 (7th gen)

Their 7th gen Vcore 95 feels made for them on offense and in low-pressure play, though they play better competitively with the 98.

“the 95 feels like it was made for me. it is unreal when youre playing offense, getting floaters and short balls, etc.”
positive
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YonexVCORE 98 (7th gen)

After 6 months the 2023 Vcore 98 felt stiffer and more powerful than the 2021, aggravating their elbow slightly, but the 2021 now feels underpowered.

“I switched from the 2021 to 2023 98 version last year and it definitely felt a bit stiffer and more powerful to me.”
mixedeasy powerharsh on the arm
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YonexPERCEPT 100

Switched from the Pure Drive to the Percept 100 six months ago: misses a little power, but most shots now land in.

“From pure drive to percept. I little miss power from the pure drive but now moqt of my shot go in”
positivegood control
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Chose the Percept 100D after a demo for its strong feedback and feel, coming from a Blade.

“ended up picking the Percept because I'm used to racquets with strong feedback and feel”
positive
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

This one-hander finds the Ultra 99 Pro V5 a great slice racket with lots of spin and power from the open pattern, though it breaks strings.

“the Ultra 99 Pro V5 is a great slice racquet.. IMO its decent for a 1hander.. LOTS of spin from the OPEN string pattern”
positivegreat spin
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

After an hour's practice, this Shift Pro user found the Pro Staff X amazingly precise with phenomenal backhands.

“with the pro staff x I felt amazing precision from the racket. My backhands felt phenomenal.”
positivegood control
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

This player enjoys the RF 01 Pro but finds it truly demanding, needing full swings and a small sweet spot.

“I enjoy the RF 01 pro but it’s truly demanding but less than a pro staff.”
mixedsmall sweet spot
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WilsonRF 01

Returning after a year off, this experienced player finds the 300 g RF 01 really nice and not too hard to use.

“the RF 01 300gr version is really nice and is not to hard to use.”
positive
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WilsonShift 99 V1

Demoing the 300 g Shift 99, this baseliner finds it great, with noticeably more spin than their Blade 93 and a smooth feel, and plans to buy one.

“I've been demoing it lately and so far it's great. I'm going to buy one.”
positivegreat spin
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WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

This 3.0 player bought a barely used Shift 99 18x20 and loves it so far, coming from a T-Fight 305.

“Well I did a thing and bought this frame barely used for $150 and strung it at 48lbs with some spin friendly strings. I have to say that I love it so far!!!”
positive
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

This player loves the Pro Staff 97 V14 for its head-light balance and high swing weight, which make power and spin easy.

“Honestly the main reason I love the pro staff 97 v14 is because of how head light it is combined with the relatively high swing weight.”
positivemaneuverable
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V9

This player did well with the Blade 98 16x19 V9 but found it too mushy at times, with a disconnected feel.

“I played well with the Blade (v9) but it just felt too mushy at times”
mixedsoft
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V13

This advanced player with 14 years of tennis, normally on an RF97, finds their shots amazing and their arm less strained when they play the 315g Pro Staff 97 V13.

“But once in a while, I play with the regular pro staff v13, which is 315g (25g lighter than the RF97), and my shots are amazing, less strain on my arm.”
positivearm-friendly
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WilsonBlade Pro 98 16x19 V9

A Blade Pro 16x19 V9 player likes its control but finds it lacking power on serves, harsh on off-center hits, with some arm and shoulder pain.

“I really like the control and response it gives me it really helps me put the ball where I want it”
mixedgood controlunderpoweredharsh on the arm
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WilsonBlade Pro 100 V10

A VCORE user finds the Blade Pro 100 V10 surprisingly stable and whippy with crisp volleys, but less free power than the VCOREs.

“Light in stock form but still very stable which was a nice surprise.”
positivestablecrispmaneuverable
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YonexPERCEPT 97

The Percept 97 is excellent when they're dialed in but punishes them when tired, compared with the 100D.

“Percept 97 is soooo good if you are dialed in and in shape. The moment you start to slack, the racquet is going to let you know.”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

From one demo the 2026 Vcore 98 feels amazing and way more stable, better for flatter hitting than the previous two generations.

“The 2026 feels amazing from my one demo. It's way more stable which lends itself to flatter hitting.”
positivestable
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YonexVCORE 98 (7th gen)

Hated the 2023 Vcore 98's muted feel, like hitting with a glove on.

“Hated the 2023 because it felt like I was hitting with a glove on my hand.”
negative
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YonexPERCEPT 100

After switching from the Pure Drive, loves the Percept 100's control and precision.

“I finally was able to thoroughly test the percept! Long story short: I love it!”
positivegood control
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

Coming back after years away, found the Percept 100D a great replacement for the Microgel Radical OS: places shots anywhere without sailing them.

“Finally Found A Head Microgel Radical OS Replacement! (Yonex Percept 100D)”
positivegood control
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

After demoing the Ultra 99 Pro V5, this long-time BLX Juice Pro player loved its control, topspin and weight and decided to switch.

“I demo'd the Pro (99) on Monday! It plays so nice compared to the racquet i've been using for years (BLX Juice Pro, don't judge me!). Great control, lots of topspin, perfect weight for me.”
positivegood controlgreat spin
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

This player left the Pro Staff X V14 for a more forgiving racket with a bigger sweet spot and has enjoyed the change.

“I moved from the Pro Staff X v14 to the Ultra 99 Pro about 6 months ago and have greatly enjoyed the change.”
negativesmall sweet spot
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

Having owned all the top rackets recently, this player loves the RF 01 Pro.

“I love mine, and I have had all the top rackets over the past couple years.”
positive
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WilsonRF 01

Trying the 300 g RF 01 before buying a Pro Staff V14, this player found it muted and heavier-feeling with less reward on groundstrokes.

“The RF feels much more muted. Even the 300g version felt "heavier" with a lesser reward on normal groundstrokes as compared to the PS.”
negative
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WilsonShift 99 V1

This player mains the Shift 99 and enjoys it, but says the flex profile isn't for everyone and many frames are under spec.

“This is my main stick and I definitely enjoy it. I would demo it though since the flex profile is not for everyone.”
positive
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WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

After hitting with the Shift 99 Pro, this player found it whippy with 18x20 control and lots of power, though it launches without topspin.

“I hit with one of these yesterday - whippy but with the control of 18x20! Lots of power and will launch if you aren’t hitting with topspin”
positiveeasy powergood control
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

After demoing every Blade V9, this player chose the Pro Staff 97 V14 for its less muted, more connected feel.

“my main racquet is the ps97v14 and i demoed all the v9 blades when choosing my racquet a year ago.”
positive
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WilsonBlade 98 16x19 V9

A long-time Blade collector finds the Blade 98 16x19 V9 fabulous with a leather grip and a little lead, and uses it as a match racket.

“The V9 16x19 is fabulous with a leather grip and 1,5g lead tape at 9, 12 and 3.”
positive
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WilsonBlade Pro 100 V10

A player is over the moon with the Blade Pro 100 V10, calling it everything they've been waiting for.

“I feel like it’s everything I’ve been waiting for and I can finally play the tennis I want to.”
positive
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YonexPERCEPT 97

Loves the Percept 97's feel but hits short, weak shots off-centre.

“I love the Percept 97, just such a good feeling when I hit the ball, but I just hit way too many short and weak shots if I hit it off center.”
mixed
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YonexVCORE 98 (8th gen)

Demoed the new Vcore 98: stiffer, less maneuverable and lacking the old baseline dip, though lots of easy power. Ditched it after half an hour.

“I recently demoed the new VCore and did not like it.”
negativeeasy power
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YonexVCORE 98 (7th gen)

Demoed the 2023 Vcore 98 and found it low-powered, soft and heavy, like an enlarged 95.

“Vcore 98 had so little power, so soft, and felt so heavy.”
negativeunderpoweredsoft
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YonexPERCEPT 100

A former Pro Staff user loves the Percept 100 with Poly Tour Rev; a superb all-rounder.

“I use the 100 now, tried a few yonex's and used to be a pro staff user. I love the percept”
positive
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YonexPERCEPT 100D

After years of trying rackets, a 50+ one-handed all-courter settled on the Percept 100D.

“It is for me (50+ with traditional eastern+ohbh strokes aggressive all court) as it's the racked I landed after a couple of years”
positive
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WilsonUltra 99 Pro V5

A month in, this player finds the Ultra 99 Pro V5 an advanced player's racket, not beginner friendly.

“i’ve been playing with one for over a month, can confirm it’s really an advanced player’s racket”
mixedhard to swing
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WilsonPro Staff X V14

This player demoed the Pro Staff X V14 and really enjoyed how its 100 sq in head helped against hard hitters.

“I demoed the Pro Staff X v14 and really enjoyed it. The 100sq head helped me against some hard hitting opponents.”
positiveforgiving
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WilsonRF 01 Pro

This player is enchanted by the RF 01 Pro: demanding, but whippier than a Pro Staff, with spin, power and precision when hit cleanly.

“If you can generate your own pace and can consistently hit the sweet spot then you are duly rewarded with ample spin, power and buttery precision.”
positivegreat spingood control
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WilsonShift 99 V1

This Shift 99 user calls it a great racket with a higher launch angle that takes some adjusting, then delivers heavy topspin or flat shots easily.

“Shift user here. Great racket and I don't plan changing anytime soon. Be aware, it's an advanced players racket and you need a few minutes adjusting to it.”
positivegreat spin
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WilsonShift 99 Pro V1

This player found the Shift 99 Pro too demanding and sold it for a Blade 98.

“This is exactly my experience with Shift 99 Pro. In the end, i sold it and bought Blade 98 v10 16x19”
negativehard to swing
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WilsonPro Staff 97 V14

A returning former N-Code player demoed the Pure Aero 98 and Pro Staff 97 V14 and bought the V14.

“I demo-ed a Pure Aero 98 and the v14 Pro Staff 97 (315g) and ended up buying the v14”
positive
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