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[Fuji]

Originally Posted by xtreme tennis

Is the flex rating 59 (TW) or 65, which one plays softer?
thanks!

It's definitely 59. 59 is very soft.

-Fuji

[Fuji]

Originally Posted by Orion3

Trimming down to 2g seems to have done the trick - I managed to get a game with a regular partner after all. Serve was good and groundies were much better.

Playing again on Wednesday, if all is still well afterwards I think I shall settle on this setup.

Still interested to try 6 o'clock though. Maybe on my 3rd frame when it arrives.

Interestingly, since moving to this frame, I've reverted to a SW forehand grip. Playing a big hitter like this partner today, I struggled at times to 'middle' the ball. When I switched to an eastern grip - pow!

Going to persevere with the SW for a bit longer and hope it was just my timing was a little off.

I'm glad it worked well for you!

Definitely try 6 on a spare frame if you have a set up that's working now. It's fun to try an you can always flip it into the set up you like.

I use a SW most of the time mixed with conti. I don't even remember how to hit an eastern forehand properly any more LOL!

-Fuji

[KenC]

Originally Posted by xtreme tennis

Is the flex rating 59 (TW) or 65, which one plays softer?
thanks!

I had my 4 GT racquets measured on the Babolat "measuring machine" and all came up at exactly 62. The non-GT came up at 61. Both play well and are arm friendly, but the non-GT seems softer and the GT seems more crisp. For me, the GT feels better at impact and transmits more feel. The non-GT is a bit more muted.

[xtreme tennis]

Wuauu, 59 for TW USA

http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Babo...BPSL.html#spec

and 67 for TW Europe

http://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.co...html:confused:

[xtreme tennis]

http://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.co...H-BPSL-ES.html

[Fuji]

That 67 is definitely a misprint. I'd let them know.

The PSL is definitely 59 when strung.

-Fuji

[naldop]

Hi Guys,

Just bought the racquet yesterday and I before I hit, what should I expect from this one?

My other racquet is Yonex Vcore 95D and I am hoping that this one will give the same experience more or less. And I am thinking that the specs. is close enough so maybe both will play the same.
The other racquet that close in term of specs. but unfortunately it is playing differently is Tecnifibre Vo2Max T-fight 320 (old model). I used to have one and after 1 year, decided to sell it.

Anyone willing to share their experience in comparison with Yonex and Tecnifibre?
Cheers.

[chiphooper]

I am currently using the Pure Storm Tour with a full poly and am happy with it at 52lbs - I am looking to switch to the PSLTD but want to put in a full bed multi based on the reviews above, probably Tech X1 with a 17 gauge. What do you guys recommend as a starting tension? Was thinking 54/55. Is this a good start based on using the PST with poly at 52

[KenC]

^^ The PSLGT is a completely different racquet so even at the same tension they will play differently. My personal advice would be to start at the lower range first, maybe 52lbs. Coming from the PST you are used to more power from the frame that you won't get with the PSLGT. Dropping the tension will give you back a little more. Also, X-One plays pretty stiff even though it isn't.

I use TF XR1 at 50lbs mains and 48lbs crosses and the racquet still plays nice and crisp with excellent control.

[gavna]

Originally Posted by Fuji

That 67 is definitely a misprint. I'd let them know.

The PSL is definitely 59 when strung.

-Fuji

No its not...the PSLTD plus (+) model - not sold in N America has a RA of 66 or 67. I bet they were looking at the wrong model and didnt realize it was the + version. The TWE site shows the PSLTD at 59 as it should.

[BudFox]

Using a Pure Storm right now and am looking to switch to more of a control-centric racquet. I understand the major differences between the PS and PSL and am ready for all that - that's not why I'm here (although I'd be happy to read experiences/thoughts from any who have made this transition).

A little background: I'm 3.5 player, have beat 4.0's, but not consistently. Power has come fairly easily and can hit a handful of winners per match. I'm a baseliner who will come up to volley if I can push an opponent deep or off the court with a well-placed shot. Basically I feel I'm improving to the extent that I would benefit from more control than more power.

I tested the Pro Staff Six.One 95 and really enjoyed it. Liked the quicker maneuverability and felt it made me concentrate on my shots more since it is more demanding. Are these two racquets comparable? On paper it seems like it, but I'd love to hear from folks who are familiar playing with both. Can't find a PSL GT at any local shops so I may have resort to demoing from TW.

Reason for not going with the Wilson is simply price. Have a connection to discounted Babolat so I can get the old PSL GT for about half what I'd pay for the Pro Staff.

Please feel free to share any thoughts/recommendations.

Thanks in advance.

[KenC]

Originally Posted by BudFox

I tested the Pro Staff Six.One 95 and really enjoyed it. Liked the quicker maneuverability and felt it made me concentrate on my shots more since it is more demanding. Are these two racquets comparable? On paper it seems like it, but I'd love to hear from folks who are familiar playing with both. Can't find a PSL GT at any local shops so I may have resort to demoing from TW.

I only hit with the new PS95 for a few minutes, but it does seem to play like the PSLGT. The feel is different as the PSLGT feels more muted, while the PS95 feels more harsh when hitting outside of the sweetspot. It definitely needs more mass than it has stock. Power levels are about the same. I still prefer the PSLGT to it.

These are demanding racquets and you need to be able to hit the sweetspot consistently or end up coughing up short balls. The thing is, it is hard to generate your own pace with the PSLGT and the PSLGT really comes alive when your opponent is giving you good pace. I think the PSLGT needs a 4.5+ opponent to be a good stick. I usually used my Pure Storm Tours against 4.0 and weaker 4.5s. By the way, the Tour version of your stick is a great stick with more control and a little more power. May be worth investigating it a little.

[BudFox]

Searched around and found a smaller shop in town that, to my surprise, had the PSL GT available for demo. Took it for a test drive and couldn't believe how much I enjoyed it. I love the way it makes me prepare, focus on my mechanics and swing with confidence.

As I mentioned, I'm a 3.5 player and frankly, this thing probably is slightly out of my league for the time being. The plan is to stick with it though. Part of the reason I've bought into this racquet is because I truly believe my game will improve more rapidly using this stick over the Pure Storm GT I have been using for the past year. The other reason is when used properly, I can hit shots I never would have dreamed of previously. I can create new angles transition my style from primarily baseline bashing to more all-court with some finesse (a concept that has also been foreign to me until now).

No customization yet, but I do plan on toying around with lead based on a few of the suggestions I've seen on this thread.

Thanks for the words and let's keep this thread alive. I find it interesting to read about other folks' experience with this stick.

[Dino Lagaffe]

Originally Posted by Dino Lagaffe

1) Weight: 342 g / 12.06 oz
SW: 310
Flex: 62
Balance: 31 cm

2) Weight: 339 g / 11.96 oz
SW: 305
Flex: 63
Balance: 31 cm

3) Weight: 340 g / 11.99 oz
SW: 304
Flex: 62
Balance: 31 cm

The only mod is an overgrip, the same kind on all three of them.

Originally Posted by Dino Lagaffe

I added silicone in the handle and lead at 10 and 2 to racquet number 3 above, which brought it to the following specs:

Weight: 353 g / 12.45 oz
SW: 331
Flex: 62
Balance: (Not measured yet.)

I had it strung with Babolat RPM Blast @ 24 kg / 53 lbs and played for an hour today. The stick felt extremely solid and comfortable. I'll edit this post later to add more.

It's been a while since I last used my PSLs, but I decided to give them a go again. I started with one of the unmodified ones, and immediately realized why I liked them so much in the first place... Given the low sw and hl balance you can get some good racquet speed fairly easily, which makes it a blast to kick serve with, in spite of its tight string pattern. Another benefit is that one can be a little late sometimes and still get a decent shot at the ball, just by the flick of the wrist. Obviously you have to have a wicked racquet speed to make up for the specs if you want to hit a very heavy ball.

That's why I decided to give one of my PSLs a silicone and lead makeover. When I first tried it out a couple of years ago, I didn't appreciate the change at all, feeling it had become too polarized in its weight distribution for my liking. This time around it suits me much better for some reason... It hits a way heavier ball than the unmodified ones, but of course one can't afford to be as late. What surprised me a little bit though, was that it felt almost as easy to serve with as the original one, but with a lot more bite.

Others have mentioned that it works great with low tensions, and that seems very likely to me. I'm usually stringing my racquets at no more than 50 lbs anyway.

I use different racquets all the time, but my "go to"-racquet has been the Head TT Radical MP (199 for a while now. That's probably my favorite of all time, but I'm really glad I rediscovered my PSLs, which seems to be an underrated stick.

[jepriy]

I haven't played tennis in a long time. A few weeks ago I decided to go back and hired a local pro to help me get back into shape. During lessons I would bring a few sticks to demo.

When I tried PSLTD it felt as if it was a perfect match. All my balls seemed to be going in. I lost power but control and feel was amazing. I thought it was a fluke but I play tested it again after a few weeks and it still played solid.

So after testing over 20 sticks I've decided to get this. Perfect timing too coz it was on sale for $99!

Here's my setup

2009 PSLTD GT 4 3/8 leather with 16G Hurricane Feel @ 55lbs.

I'm still adjusting to it but I'm sure after a few more matches I'll be totally into this. So happy.

[KenC]

jepriy, for the ultimate experience you might want to try gut in the PSLGT. Second best would be a HQ multi like XCel Power or NRG2. The PSLGT just seems to come alive with them.

[neesun]

If anyone wants to buy 2 PSL for me and send them to Australia let me know. Very disappointing that Babolat won't ship to Australia.

[Fuji]

Neesun,

Send me a message through my profile. I have some information you may be interested in!

-Fuji

[jepriy]

Originally Posted by KenC

jepriy, for the ultimate experience you might want to try gut in the PSLGT. Second best would be a HQ multi like XCel Power or NRG2. The PSLGT just seems to come alive with them.

Thanks for the tip.

After a month I think I'll try new strings.

I think 55lbs is to tight for me. So I might just lower the tension too.

[neesun]

Fuji

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