Yonex 110% Loyalty Tour - Page 3

ZhengJieisagoddess · 10-04-2009, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Jack Migger

Yonex RDX 500 MP = My holy grail

Such a wonderful racquet. I would pay big money for a brand spanking new one. I have no idea why they were discontinued, they hit it on the spot with that. I also like the fact that it's made in Japan, it just feels like such a solidly made racquet, not to mention the great buttery feeling when you hit the ball.

It's my main racquet that I play with but unfortunately I now have to scour the internet searching for used ones in good condition.

This is why I stock up on a racquet if I like it; I have five RDS 003s, and five RDiS 300s. It simply makes sense if you find a racquet that you love.

teocem · 10-04-2009, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by ZhengJieisagoddess

This is why I stock up on a racquet if I like it; I have five RDS 003s, and five RDiS 300s. It simply makes sense if you find a racquet that you love.

Dear Zheng,
After demoing rdis 300 and rdis 100 midplus at the same time during a practice hour, I bought the rdis 100 mp because 300 seemed to be too powerful.
I am playing with rdis 100 mp for a week now but I realize it is too stiff for me and also too headlight to my taste, I would prefer some more heft with the grounshots.
At this time I have no chance to demo 300 again and therefore I would like to ask you how it compares with an other Yonex that I already have in my bag, rds 003.
Would you say 300 is more flexible compared to both rdis 100 and 003 ?
Could you compare these 3 using your experience with these ?
Would you advise me to order a 300 even though I have a 003 and rdis 100 ?
Thanks.

ZhengJieisagoddess · 10-04-2009, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by teocem

Dear Zheng,
After demoing rdis 300 and rdis 100 midplus at the same time during a practice hour, I bought the rdis 100 mp because 300 seemed to be too powerful.
I am playing with rdis 100 mp for a week now but I realize it is too stiff for me and also too headlight to my taste, I would prefer some more heft with the grounshots.
At this time I have no chance to demo 300 again and therefore I would like to ask you how it compares with an other Yonex that I already have in my bag, rds 003.
Would you say 300 is more flexible compared to both rdis 100 and 003 ?
Could you compare these 3 using your experience with these ?
Would you advise me to order a 300 even though I have a 003 and rdis 100 ?
Thanks.

I haven't hit with the RDiS 100 at all, so cannot speak to that. But I can definitely say that the RDiS 300 is more flexible than the 003 -- not by much, mind you; but it is more flexible and is also an easier racquet to swing.
Zheng Jie moved from the 003 to the RDiS 300; and indeed the two have specs that are very very similar. But having said that, I would order the RDiS 300 and play with it for a while, and if you like it still get two or three more. It's a great racquet that has not received the attention it deserves.

teocem · 10-05-2009, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by ZhengJieisagoddess

I haven't hit with the RDiS 100 at all, so cannot speak to that. But I can definitely say that the RDiS 300 is more flexible than the 003 -- not by much, mind you; but it is more flexible and is also an easier racquet to swing.
Zheng Jie moved from the 003 to the RDiS 300; and indeed the two have specs that are very very similar. But having said that, I would order the RDiS 300 and play with it for a while, and if you like it still get two or three more. It's a great racquet that has not received the attention it deserves.

Ok, I have just done that. And BTW, how would you compare rdx 500 mp against these two ?

ZhengJieisagoddess · 10-05-2009, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by teocem

Ok, I have just done that. And BTW, how would you compare rdx 500 mp against these two ?

Have never hit with it.

ayuname · 10-05-2009, 03:32 PM

I just happened to buy one and I fell in love with it.

I use the RDS003 and I love the maneuverability of it.

10-05-2009, 05:37 PM

have you guys voted on that "favorite racket brand'' poll on rackets section?
we need some votes there for Yonex.

ZhengJieisagoddess · 10-06-2009, 01:42 PM

Here's question: I am currently using my RDiS 300, but I have five RDS 003s lying around, strung with poly at varying tensions.
I'd am considering getting them re-strung with a more arm-friendly string, so my questions are:
* Is this even a good idea? (To play with my RDS 003s once in a while)
* If so, should I try to approximate the set-up on my RDiS 300s?
* And, if I should, should I have the RDS 003s strung at 50 lbs, like my RDiS 300s, or doesn't it work that way? (Meaning that stringing different styles of racquets at the same tension will not produce a similar effect.)

teocem · 10-06-2009, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ZhengJieisagoddess

Here's question: I am currently using my RDiS 300, but I have five RDS 003s lying around, strung with poly at varying tensions.
I'd am considering getting them re-strung with a more arm-friendly string, so my questions are:
* Is this even a good idea? (To play with my RDS 003s once in a while)
* If so, should I try to approximate the set-up on my RDiS 300s?
* And, if I should, should I have the RDS 003s strung at 50 lbs, like my RDiS 300s, or doesn't it work that way? (Meaning that stringing different styles of racquets at the same tension will not produce a similar effect.)

I demoed rdis 300 and hit with rds 003 today actually. I believe you will find 003 quite light after 300. And putting lead on racquets may just put the tasta away.
RDIS 100 MP 57/56, considering RDIS 300

JackB1 · 10-06-2009, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ZhengJieisagoddess

Zheng Jie moved from the 003 to the RDiS 300; and indeed the two have specs that are very very similar. But having said that, I would order the RDiS 300 and play with it for a while, and if you like it still get two or three more. It's a great racquet that has not received the attention it deserves.

totally agree. I just picked up a RDIS 300 and love it so far. Seems like a PERFECT tweener racquet. I have no complaints at all about the stick. One minor this is that its a bit light, but I changed the grip to a heavier Gamma Gel Tech and added a few grams to the grip and at 12 and now its perfect.

JackB1 · 10-06-2009, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ZhengJieisagoddess

I haven't hit with the RDiS 100 at all, so cannot speak to that. But I can definitely say that the RDiS 300 is more flexible than the 003 -- not by much, mind you; but it is more flexible and is also an easier racquet to swing.
Zheng Jie moved from the 003 to the RDiS 300; and indeed the two have specs that are very very similar. But having said that, I would order the RDiS 300 and play with it for a while, and if you like it still get two or three more. It's a great racquet that has not received the attention it deserves.

How does that 300 play strung at 50? Is it too powerful?

Fedace · 10-06-2009, 04:07 PM

What FREE items am i getting in this Tour ?

ZhengJieisagoddess · 10-06-2009, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JackB1

How does that 300 play strung at 50? Is it too powerful?

No, actually 50 is at the lower end of the recommended stringing range. That's not to say i haven't hit my share of long shots with it; I have. But that's my fault, not the racquet's.
For me -- and I have playtested and researched many others -- this racquet is perfect.

ZhengJieisagoddess · 10-06-2009, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Fedace

What FREE items am i getting in this Tour ?

For an intial investment in a few Yonex racquets, you get quality and the ability to play your best. Intangibles. But free.

netman · 10-06-2009, 05:16 PM

Demoed them all. Prince, Wilson, Dunlop, Head, Fischer, Volkl and on and on. Yonex frames were simply better, more comfortable and better built

ZhengJieisagoddess · 10-07-2009, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by netman

Demoed them all. Prince, Wilson, Dunlop, Head, Fischer, Volkl and on and on. Yonex frames were simply better, more comfortable and better built

Absolutely!!!! I just ordered my sixth RDiS 300. I love this racquet!!

AndrewD · 10-07-2009, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ZhengJieisagoddess

For an intial investment in a few Yonex racquets, you get quality and the ability to play your best. Intangibles. But free.

I use Yonex and I like the way they play BUT I don't see the need to go overboard.

Fedace · 10-07-2009, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ZhengJieisagoddess

Absolutely!!!! I just ordered my sixth RDiS 300. I love this racquet!!

Is it better than the RQIS tour-2 ??

Chopin · 10-07-2009, 05:27 PM

RDiS and RD-7 forever.

JackB1 · 10-07-2009, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ZhengJieisagoddess

Absolutely!!!! I just ordered my sixth RDiS 300. I love this racquet!!

Hey, I just picked up a couple myself. Could u give me some direction on what tension to string at? I got some red Technifibre XOne Biphase ready to slap on.
Mid tension would be 52, 53. I usually string mid to low due to the added comfort, but I don't want too much pop. Can you make a recommendation? thanks.

10-06-2009, 01:42 PM	#48
ZhengJieisagoddess Semi-Pro Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Falls Church, VA Posts: 440	Here's question: I am currently using my RDiS 300, but I have five RDS 003s lying around, strung with poly at varying tensions. I'd am considering getting them re-strung with a more arm-friendly string, so my questions are: * Is this even a good idea? (To play with my RDS 003s once in a while) * If so, should I try to approximate the set-up on my RDiS 300s? * And, if I should, should I have the RDS 003s strung at 50 lbs, like my RDiS 300s, or doesn't it work that way? (Meaning that stringing different styles of racquets at the same tension will not produce a similar effect.) __________________ Yonex RDiS 300 with NXT 16 at 50 lbs. Yonex Supergrap, of course! KSwiss Defiers.

10-07-2009, 05:27 PM	#59
Chopin Hall Of Fame Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: St. John, USVI Posts: 3,715	RDiS and RD-7 forever. __________________ New Poll: http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=463382

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