But that dampening tech got away all the natural feel you can have on contact. Also, it decreased the control of the racket. I just can't flat out the shot with APD GT which is normally not a problem for me when using APDO.
Weight Distibution in APDO is the key of its success. I think it is best combination of frame's layup / weight distribution among all the rackets in the given specs on the market.
I think my username is “some testers”.
Thought it was too head heavy. I actually removed the bumper and perforated it with a bunch of holes using a leather punch to remove 3 points of SW.
I normally put Silicone in the handle. It is enough to fill 1.5inch to change the balance from 4pts to 6pts. It makes the racket even more solid and more comfortable at the net.
I think my username is “some testers”.
my last setup was Discho Iontec 1.25 black mains crossed with kirschbaum max power rough 1.25 at 44/42# strung on a Babolat Sensor using a modified JET method. With a babolat O vibration dampener, it felt very solid and comfortable. only downside was the mains stopped snapping back after about 3 hours. Gonna cut out the strings since the mains are nearly half notched and the crosses are flattened. I think I’m going to try the next string job at 46/41.
Trying to retain the same pocketing feel while extending the amount of time before the mains stop snapping back.
I think the take on this will be pretty subjective and vary greatly. Especially when it comes to feel where everyone is different. I love the last generation APD (2013) and felt it was the best combination of power, spin, control and comfort in all APDs. It wasn't as raw feeling as the APDO, and I liked the somewhat muted feedback. Also left a bit room for customization if one wanted to go that route. The APDO was a little too lively for my taste and without modifying it buzzed a lot. Also did not feel as refined to me. For me, hands down the last generation APD wins.
Mirrors my experience as well! Except i never tried the 2nd version of the apd.
Have strung mine very close to yours (44/42) although I have no idea abt JET method. Maybe I should look into it, I had heard about Sergeti method, not this. Meed to try that too! I will be ordering another PAVS, this is an amazing racquet, fits right between of what I wanted really..
It is!
Granted I'm also switching from a full western, closed grip to Semi Western knuckle spread, so it may be my technique as well. But I might have to string this in the mid to high 50s. Jeeze.
No. Go the other direction on tension. I know it’s counterintuitive, but try it.I know this is a PA VS thread, but this one seems pretty active. Damn I just bought a set of PA, the last time I had a PA was the 2013 version lol. My last racquet was the storm cortex. I strung the PA with a weaker poly, hyper -G @ 52, and My god this racket shoots every ball to the fence
Ok, suit yourself. Go higher then.
My other frames are a Clash 98, TC95 and a Blade v7 I'm trying to unload so I felt that the PAVS is a nice fit.
I have played stock with couple of decent college level kids so far. Experienced zero wobble, twisting or stability issues. Might add maybe a couple grams in upper hoop but don't feel the need at the moment, honestly. Loving it. Coming off APD.
At TT, this equates to 3.0-3.5 level, no?
Haha yes, true true.At TT, this equates to 3.0-3.5 level, no?
@haqq777 what's your deal man, how are you finding all these young guns to hit with (serious question, not trolling)?At TT, this equates to 3.0-3.5 level, no?
No worries, yeah it is a university town and the school has a nice DII tennis program. They regularly make it to the Regionals and compete with top schools. The #1 player in the lineup was the conference player of the year and hits with me all the time too
Uh, DII is chopped liver. I read from the former laughing stock of TT that D1 is the only tennis that matters.No worries, yeah it is a university town and the school has a nice DII tennis program. Made it to the regionals last year in fact. The #1 player in the lineup was the conference player of the year and hits with me all the time too
No worries, yeah it is a university town and the school has a nice DII tennis program. They regularly make it to the Regionals and compete with top schools. The #1 player in the lineup was the conference player of the year and hits with me all the time too
Haha as a former DII player myself, I resent that remark!
You are wild my friend haha.
Just a lowly former DII player really that likes to hit whenever I can. The coach and entire staff are good friends of mine too so that helps a lot in facilitating it all. I think junkie would be an understatement really
I hear ya, it's a lifestyle not a hobby.Just a lowly former DII player really that likes to hit whenever I can. The coach and entire staff are good friends of mine too so that helps a lot in facilitating it all. I think junkie would be an understatement really
Cool, I grew up in Montgomery County and my parents still live there. Not a bad place to go to school and play tennis imo.
Nice, my inlaws live in Fairfax County (Springfield area) & some of my relatives are farther south more towards I think Dulles airport area so we were thinking something nearby for my kid.We ultimately ended up choosing in Northwest which suited us all bettter but yeah,it is indeed a very good place for schools & tennis.
Yes. I ordered one to put it through its paces and went with 2. I use 3 in wilson.. 2 felt right. Same with yonex... 3 is too big
Absolutely. Very different playing and feeling for me. PAVS is a bit more powerful and feels firmer/crisper on contact. Is also more stable. Hits a heavier ball for me in stock form. The 2020 Ezone 98 had better control and precision (perhaps due to denser pattern in the middle comparatively) and felt more muted in feedback. Less spin than PAVS but better linear control and quicker through the air. Overall both are fantastic frames I think.
Interesting. I'll measure some regular L2 handles and PAVS L2 handles along with some L3 as well today using a measuring tape, and report back hopefully with some pictures. Were you able to measure your PAVS grip stock without overgrip by any chance?
Seems to be legendary Babolat's QC lol
I have not played the PAVS but your EZ98 assessment seems almost identical to mine. Both sticks are 305g and 31.5cm stock but the PAVS sounds like a stick that has a more polarized weight distribution and a slightly firmer layup. The EZ98 plays and feels like it has its weight concentrated around the throat and low/mid hoop which makes it feel firmer than 64RA to me. Sometimes while I am playing I look down expecting to see my old aeropro because that is the kind of response this stick gives me, although the EZ98 is more muted. Very excited for the battle of the arm friendly 305 gram players sticks that the manufacturers have started. The Head 360+ Extreme Tour that is launching in 2 weeks looks intriguing as well.
Could PAVS "large grip", that many testers complained about, be caused just by initial Syntec Pro grip, that is rather thick?
Yes, very nice assessment of the Ezone 98. I'm looking forward to the new Extreme Tour as well. Didn't know it was launching in two weeks! God knows what excuse I'll be making to get that one, lol.
