Nostradamus
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why should we buy less carbon ? more carbon is better, no ?
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why should we buy less carbon ? more carbon is better, no ?
Cheaper to produce presumably? Bit like Babolat's reformulation of VS ie fewer but bigger fibres.
Sorry to be anal on racquet specs but may I ask how far is it from the tip
of the head ? In terms of point or inches ?
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We wanted to make the racket more flexible. Less dense pattern = more flexible in our testing.
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Sorry, incorrect. Focus was changing racquet. We don't sell enough of this model that changing profit margin would have huge effect on our bottom line.
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On the nose.
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Don't have the info off hand.
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Not in the US. Some European markets will carry one.
This makes sense. My two 315s are very different in stock mass and SW. The lighter one also feels a lot more flexy than the heavier, higher SW one. I've always wondered if the lighter one was more flexy because its weight and balance seems to indicate a lot less material in the throat and lower hoop and that seems to be the case.
Around the half position of the hoop is 23 in "21-23-21" profile for the strike, right?
Overdrive
Legend
I wonder who is going to be the first person to post a thread about being injured after playing with the new Babolat frames. Probably a new user or a rookie.. :lol:
On a more serious note, these frames are getting a lot of hype. Even more so than the Pro Staffs, Prestiges, and rebooted Prince Graphite frames.. Folks, be sure to demo the frame to see if it actually works for you as a player instead of jumping on the bandwagon and paying $200+.
On a more serious note, these frames are getting a lot of hype. Even more so than the Pro Staffs, Prestiges, and rebooted Prince Graphite frames.. Folks, be sure to demo the frame to see if it actually works for you as a player instead of jumping on the bandwagon and paying $200+.
RoddickistheMan
Professional
Dear babolat official. Will there also be a pure storm line being released as well.
Seven654three
New User
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What are some easy ways to authenticate a racquet besides the usual "buying from a authorized retailer"?
As much as I would like to, sometimes it makes more sense for me to but second hand from others who are moving on to a new racquet.
What are some easy ways to authenticate a racquet besides the usual "buying from a authorized retailer"?
As much as I would like to, sometimes it makes more sense for me to but second hand from others who are moving on to a new racquet.
The Pure Storm line is being renamed (or named once again) the Pure Control line. In another thread TW staffer Michelle said that she's hitting with it now and reports a flex rating of 62. It's due for release spring 2014.
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Don't listen to him. Go buy 10-12 before everyone else does.
On a serious note. We highly encourage extensive demoing (including using our competitors frames, there are great products on the market right now). Buyer remorse is painful and expensive. Take your time, string a couple frames, compare, do it right.
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Renamed the Pure Control.
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If the racket was initially purchased in the US, we can track it to the dealer.
I highly recommend against purchasing used frames. One, it means we sell less. But more so, even if cosmetically things are fine, you can't 100% know what condition a frame is in. TW usually runs pretty good specials when the models roll over...and you still qualify for the manufacturer warranty.
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this is correct
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I saw TW initial RA for the Pure Strike:
18x20: 65
18x20 Tour: 64
We rated them at 70 (and the 100 at 68 ).
18x20: 65
18x20 Tour: 64
We rated them at 70 (and the 100 at 68 ).
Can you tell us what month this will come out? I have two 2009 Pure Storm GTs that are 4 years old and I'm ready to get new racquets. The guy at my tennis shop has recommended a few raquets to demo. I will get the 2012 Pure Storm GT if I don't like any others because I like my current racquets. I'd like to try out the new version of the Pure Storm and was wondering how long I'd have to wait.
Power Player
Bionic Poster
Besides the tech you mentioned, is there any difference between the Storms and the new Pure control?
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February 2014
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Nope. Plays a little softer. Same specs. New cosmetic. As it is our more classic frame, it won't undergo radical changes.
I know everyone has been on a Pure Strike bonanza, but I just want to throw out some mad props to the APD 2013. This racquet never ceases to amaze me. So much power yet so much control, more heavy spin then the new crop of "spin" racquets. Sooo confidence inspiring, tons of fun.
Thumbs up Babolat.
Thumbs up Babolat.
jayserinos99
Hall of Fame
Seconded. I have 2 of these bad boys modified (tungsten putty in the handle thanks to TW) and I can get some nasty spin with these frames. I'll be forever an experimenter and picking up some 95s, but these will be my main sticks for a while.
RoddickistheMan
Professional
Are you sure the storm line is being replaced by the control line. I remember seeing a picture of the new storm. It had a orange color scheme on it and no it wasnt the strike or the new control. Anyone have the pic?
Hi Daniel,
Early on in this thread, a number of us suggested that Babolat could re-introduce the pre-BT7 VS gut and brand it 'classic'. I think you were going to relay that to the appropriate people. Have you ever had any feedback on whether this is being seriously considered?
Apologies if you've already provided an answer to this: the thread has become rather long, and so I fear it may be buried within!
Early on in this thread, a number of us suggested that Babolat could re-introduce the pre-BT7 VS gut and brand it 'classic'. I think you were going to relay that to the appropriate people. Have you ever had any feedback on whether this is being seriously considered?
Apologies if you've already provided an answer to this: the thread has become rather long, and so I fear it may be buried within!
Roddickulous
Rookie
The Pure Strike 100 is absolutely Magical. I beefed it up from 10.1-12.1 in our store's demo and I may switch away from my Aero Plus for this racquet. SO much feel. It plays like a hybrid between a Pure Drive and a Blade but with a super aerodynamic flight path. I personally feel that Tsonga is probably playing with a customized 100 head size but that they are using him to try and sell the Strike Tour. I will have a full review coming on the Pure Strike 100 in the next few weeks.
cmendez79
Semi-Pro
I think the Pure Strike 100, would be a great racket, because the PD and APD are 100, so the Strike 100 with a little help of lead would be great..
cmendez79
Semi-Pro
It would great to hear your review....I was hoping this 100 rq. would be great with some lead to it.
borisbaseball
New User
"The Pure Strike range will go on sale in December 2013 featuring three versions – the 305g Pure Strike, a heavier Pure Strike Tour and the lighter, more forgiving Pure Strike 100 with a larger head size.
A fourth version of the Pure Strike, with a more open 16x19 string pattern will be released shortly before the 2014 French Open, while Babolat are also set to release a new string in time for the Australian Open." (some source online)
Is it true that the Pure Strike will go on sale in December this year in the US? Or will it be January? And I am correct in that the 16 19 version will release in April?
A fourth version of the Pure Strike, with a more open 16x19 string pattern will be released shortly before the 2014 French Open, while Babolat are also set to release a new string in time for the Australian Open." (some source online)
Is it true that the Pure Strike will go on sale in December this year in the US? Or will it be January? And I am correct in that the 16 19 version will release in April?
WhiteStripes
Semi-Pro
I'm hoping that it'll be December 2013, but TW says Jan 2014. A couple of the local shops here have also given the date of Jan. 14 or 15 as the official release date. Not sure why Babolat wouldn't want to release it before Christmas to take advantage of the holiday boost in sales.
ericsson
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In Europe the Pure Strike series will available from 01 december (the US will be a couple weeks later), the 305g 16x19 will be available in may 2014.
This is the info i have.
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Much appreciated! Still one of my favorite sticks.
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I am very sure. I know people. And have some of the Pure Controls at my desk.
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Same specs as Pure Storm, stiffness drops to 68 (in our testing, TW is usually much lower).
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Any string will work (even other brands). String type, tension, damp customizing frame, etc.. we've got it covered.
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It is not going to happen.
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Hate to break it to you, Tsonga's customization is handle shape/length and weight only. We don't make custom head molds for any player. We do still make Aerostorms for the pros.
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Jan 2014 for USA, Dec 2013 for world. USA gets Babolat Play in December.
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Babolat Play is being released Dec 2013 in US. Didn't want 2 launches at same time.
palmerop
Rookie
Excellent, thank you. Stocking up on Babolat strings anyway...
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February 2014 for the US, world wide dates vary by market
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