Instinct, Steam 99s, PS 100: would strings matter here?

[thecrusher956]

Is there a speed pro this year?

[dyldore]

If you don't already hit with a ton of topspin, I'd go with the 99S.

[TennisPo]

I'm left handed, so I always achieve topspin, slice, etc.

[TennisPo]

Or at least I try to achieve the desired spin during rallies

[thecrusher956]

Nice signature btw lol

[TennisPo]

Hahaha thanks

[TennisPo]

So I saw the new speed, and I compared the old speed to the new speed, ad YES there is a head size difference. The instinct had the SAME head size compared to the old one.

[srvnvly]

Originally Posted by TennisPo

So I saw the new speed, and I compared the old speed to the new speed, ad YES there is a head size difference. The instinct had the SAME head size compared to the old one.

TP - is the new Instinct heavier? currently strung, it is 10.9 oz, 11.2 or so would add stability (stock, no lead tape)

[thecrusher956]

What are the diff versions of the speed?

[TennisPo]

Don't know about the speed models, only saw speed and instinct, but I feel like the new instinct is heavier than the old one.

[TennisPo]

So after finally making my decision, I've chosen the Head Graphene Instinct MP because:

I already hit with enough spin
I like the maneuverability on the Instinct
I want to "feel" the shots

After hitting once with the Steam 99s, It gave me a slight soreness on my Rotator Cuff (I was trying to really get a swing on the ball)

Big Thanks to everyone who read my thread!



TennisPo

[NetNinja68]

Originally Posted by TennisPo

So I saw the new speed, and I compared the old speed to the new speed, ad YES there is a head size difference. The instinct had the SAME head size compared to the old one.

I owned the Speed IG MP but never really fell in love with it as there were numerous aspects of it I just did not like and as a result parted with it after about 6 months.

Dislikes: beam we too thin, unstable outside the sweet spot, weird head shape, lacking power and adding lead only made it less controllable.

New Speed Graphine MP: I just purchased this racquet after having my BLX Blade 98 stolen at an out of town tournament. I liked the G way better than the IG even before customization. I ended up leading the head and handle to increase both the static and swingweight improving the overall stability and plow although, it is a very good stick even without customization.

Dislikes:Too light without lead
Likes: Beam width, stability, feel, power.

I really liked the weight of the Pro but wanted the 16X19 pattern in the MP.