Solid Feel and Big Power...11.0 to 11.3 ounces?

TripleB · 08-13-2012, 08:39 AM

What racquet in stock form (that isn't a Babolat, since I've tried every Babolat) in the 11.0 to 11.3 ounce range offers big power (groundstrokes as well as serves), as well as a stable and solid feel?

Thanks.

TripleB

Power Player · 08-13-2012, 08:57 AM

Dude you should make a thread called TripleB's grail search because you are all over the place with A vs B..etc...lol.

Try the Wilson BLx team and the tecnfibre 305. The 305 has a real solid feel and hits big. I really liked that stick a lot. I think between one of those you should be all set.

Drew24 · 08-13-2012, 09:11 AM

I liked the Head Extreme MP..I currently use the Youtek version and it gives me plenty of power if I need it. Plus it offers a lot of spin as well..If you're not a fan of Head, the Wilson BLX Pro open is a nice racket as well..

Power Player · 08-13-2012, 09:18 AM

Pro Open for sure as well..I have one in my closet Id sell for cheap. It's very tweenerish.

The wilson and Tec are more modern player's frames in a lighter weight..smaller heads, beams are 22mm, a little more focused on control, but the tec hits pretty big.

Yaz · 08-13-2012, 09:19 AM

If you can handle just a bit more weight my Donnay Pro One weighs in at 11.6 strung

I don't use any of the weighting adjustments and replaced the stock grip with Babolat Skin Feel to keep it as light as possible. Still feels pretty hefty due to the balance of the frame

I previously used a YT Prestige MP (with lead at 3 and 9) and several regular hitting partners have commented on the added weight and power of my groundies and serves since I switched to the Donnay. Obviously have lost a bit of control and precision, but have made up for it with the ability to end points quicker and score more free points off my serve.

rabidranger · 08-13-2012, 09:24 AM

I've been able to generate a lot of power with the Dunlop Biomimetic 400 Tour. Had to tweak the string and lead tape set-up though.

El Diablo · 08-13-2012, 10:02 AM

The (Paul) Angell line will tentatively launch around the end of the month, should offer solid feel and very good power based on experience with the Vantage sticks. Donnay Formula 100 also has nice feel and plenty of power.

KoaUka · 08-13-2012, 10:07 AM

Prince exo rebel 98 w/ a little added weight at the handle.

KFwinds · 08-13-2012, 10:08 AM

Yonex Ezone xi 100. All the power of a Babolat, with better comfort and spin. Check it out.

fantom · 08-13-2012, 10:24 AM

I second the Wilson Pro Open. Like a Pure Drive with a little more feel.

RacketAddiction · 08-13-2012, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by El Diablo

The (Paul) Angell line will tentatively launch around the end of the month, should offer solid feel and very good power based on experience with the Vantage sticks. Donnay Formula 100 also has nice feel and plenty of power.

No need to wait till the end of the month.

http://www.vantagetennisintl.com/

Vantage tennis is alive and kicking. I just last week met the owner of the company (no, it's not Paul...it's Sven) and, subsequently demoed their BC 20 and it's an AMAZING stick.

ryydman · 08-13-2012, 10:29 AM

Dunlop Aerogel 4D 500 (5Hundred) Tour

SOY78 · 08-13-2012, 10:50 AM

Demo the Gamma RZR 98. I have the blackracquet.com version of this beast and it is a controllable power monster and is within your weight range. I think of it as a more controllable and more solid Aero Pro Drive.

TripleB · 08-13-2012, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Power Player

Dude you should make a thread called TripleB's grail search because you are all over the place with A vs B..etc...lol.

Try the Wilson BLx team and the tecnfibre 305.

No doubt...my problem area for years has been my serve and being able to put the ball away. Unfortunately as my serve goes, my confidence goes. And as I get older, I can no longer just try to outlast my opponent in points...I have to start winning some outright.

Have you tried the Tecnifibre TFlash 300 Speedflex? A little lighter than the 305 but has 16 mains instead of 18.

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Originally Posted by Drew24

I liked the Head Extreme MP..I currently use the Youtek version and it gives me plenty of power if I need it.

Hate to see they don't have anymore 4 1/2" racquet in it any longer...with the Head I need a 4 1/2" grip.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Power Player

Pro Open for sure as well..I have one in my closet Id sell for cheap. It's very tweenerish.

I tried the older model of this and even owned the nCode version...how does the new model compare?

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Originally Posted by rabidranger

I've been able to generate a lot of power with the Dunlop Biomimetic 400 Tour. Had to tweak the string and lead tape set-up though.

I tried it last week and found it extremely unstable from the middle of the racquet face up. I will say however that my demo (after overgrip and rubber band) came in at 10.5 points headlight.

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Originally Posted by ryydman

Dunlop Aerogel 4D 500 (5Hundred) Tour

Any problem with the maneuvability of this version? The only 2 points headlight worries me a little.

Thanks for everyone's input so far.

TripleB

Power Player · 08-13-2012, 12:02 PM

I tapped out from demoing sticks. It just was killing my game and my arm hates stiff racquets anyway. My friend needed to replace his old school 90s sticks and so I tried everything he demoed for a few hits when we played. Of all of them, the Tecnifibre was beastly at serving, groundie power, feel and control. The tight pattern did not really lessen the amount of spin I could get with it either. I think it is a highly slept on racquet that a lot of people would love.

aced_Tezuka · 08-13-2012, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by SOY78

Demo the Gamma RZR 98. I have the blackracquet.com version of this beast and it is a controllable power monster and is within your weight range. I think of it as a more controllable and more solid Aero Pro Drive.

I second this. The RZR is great if controllable power and maneuverability is your preference.

ryydman · 08-13-2012, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TripleB

Any problem with the maneuvability of this version? The only 2 points headlight worries me a little.

Thanks for everyone's input so far.

TripleB

The feel is very, very solid. Stiff without feeling harsh on the elbow. I've put 4g of lead along the lower part of the handle (4 x 1g strips) and an overgrip on to make it a touch more headlight giving it a better balance imo. Feels light and maneuverable to me and i don't like heavy rackets.

gamerx52986 · 08-13-2012, 05:37 PM

I will throw another nod in for the BLX Pro Open. Very nice racquet with decent pop and control. Only issue I had was the low swingweight. Found myself just mishitting left and right. Switched to the Slazenger Pro Braided and things improved immediately. I just seem to do better with a frame in the mid 11oz range with a 325-335sw.

dParis · 08-13-2012, 07:45 PM

Prince Shark Hybrid MP. Really cheap, too.

Bartelby · 08-13-2012, 07:52 PM

Nothing serves better in that weight range than a racquet with a 26mm beam.

08-13-2012, 08:39 AM	#1
TripleB Hall Of Fame Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: North Carolina Posts: 3,247	Solid Feel and Big Power...11.0 to 11.3 ounces? What racquet *in stock form* (that isn't a Babolat, since I've tried every Babolat) in the 11.0 to 11.3 ounce range offers big power (groundstrokes as well as serves), as well as a stable and solid feel? Thanks. TripleB __________________ Microfracture knee surgery-11/26, 6 pieces of cartilage removed/tapped 8 holes in bone, tennis in the future not recommended; Philippians 4:13 Last edited by TripleB : 08-13-2012 at 10:34 AM.

08-13-2012, 08:57 AM	#2
Power Player G.O.A.T. Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: On my iPhone Posts: 13,608	Dude you should make a thread called TripleB's grail search because you are all over the place with A vs B..etc...lol. Try the Wilson BLx team and the tecnfibre 305. The 305 has a real solid feel and hits big. I really liked that stick a lot. I think between one of those you should be all set. __________________ 🐐ing

08-13-2012, 09:18 AM	#4
Power Player G.O.A.T. Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: On my iPhone Posts: 13,608	Pro Open for sure as well..I have one in my closet Id sell for cheap. It's very tweenerish. The wilson and Tec are more modern player's frames in a lighter weight..smaller heads, beams are 22mm, a little more focused on control, but the tec hits pretty big. __________________ 🐐ing

08-13-2012, 10:02 AM	#7
El Diablo Hall Of Fame Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,157	The (Paul) Angell line will tentatively launch around the end of the month, should offer solid feel and very good power based on experience with the Vantage sticks. Donnay Formula 100 also has nice feel and plenty of power. __________________ "I may be synthetic but I'm not stupid" Bishop, in "Aliens"

08-13-2012, 10:24 AM	#10
fantom Hall Of Fame Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 1,525	I second the Wilson Pro Open. Like a Pure Drive with a little more feel. __________________ Level: NTRP 4.5 Racquet: Wilson Pro Open

08-13-2012, 10:29 AM	#12
ryydman New User Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 96	Dunlop Aerogel 4D 500 (5Hundred) Tour __________________ Donnay Pro One 16x19 / Wilson BLX Blade 98 / Yonex VCore 100S (all modified to ~350g) [Volkl Cyclone @ 24kg main : Gosen Micro Sheep @ 23kg cross]