2012 Wilson BLX 6.1 95

[parasailing]

Originally Posted by dParis

I thought there was a slim chance that you were talking about two different racquets. In this case, that .6oz difference is outrageous. Sometimes people mess around with the demos. Do they have the same string and grip. Any visible differences?

It's too bad, sucks to proceed with the doubt that you aren't actually using and comparing the frames as intended, and for that matter, if you do choose to order, what you receive may be yet another variant.

I just checked under the grips and nothing was tampered with. I can't believe there is such a big difference between the two racquets. Given the large difference between the two, I won't be able to give a accurate review of the two racquets.

[parasailing]

I went out to hit with it for a couple hours yesterday and they are pretty nice racquets. They don't hit as plush as my current PSTGT but I like the fact that you can get two different string patterns.

The 16x18 definitely offers more spin and pop but the 18x20 offers more control. Both feel very solid but I can't test beyond this given the huge difference in weight with the two demo racquets I got.

[TennisCJC]

Originally Posted by YesTennis

Do you think a 4.0 player can use this racquet, or does one need to be a more advanced player? Thanks in advance

I know several 4.0 players that use the blx 6.1 95.

By the way, the 18x20 is more popular with higher levels as the 16x18 can be very lively with lots of power.

[TennisCJC]

Originally Posted by parasailing

I went out to hit with it for a couple hours yesterday and they are pretty nice racquets. They don't hit as plush as my current PSTGT but I like the fact that you can get two different string patterns.

The 16x18 definitely offers more spin and pop but the 18x20 offers more control. Both feel very solid but I can't test beyond this given the huge difference in weight with the two demo racquets I got.

If you buy at TW, pay the extra $10 and they will pull one close to spec. If you buy 2 rackets, they will pull a matched pair with same weight, swingweight, and balance. It is worth it to me.

If you buy local, ask them to at least check the weight and balance. And, I would ask for them to check the swing weight too if they have equipment.