Playtesters: Arm freindly substitute for APD?

[ArliHawk]

I've been using the APD for about a year and a half, after returning to the game after an 18 year sabattical. Love the racquet and the free power it provides. But lately, I have been noticing some tenderness/tightness in my elbow after playing. So I am thinking about demoing a couple of racquets. Based on your reviews, I was thinking about the following demos:

1. Volkl V1 organix MP
2. Donnay Formula.

I play mostly doubles, but play some singles. When I play singles, I generally play baseline with a semi western forehand and a 2 handed backhand, but do come to the net when the opportunity presents itself. Any other obvious frames for demo that I am missing?

Thanks in advance for any recommendations that you can offer.

[TW Staff]

ArliHawk,

Those are actually the first two racquets that come to mind for me as well based on your description. I would also recommend the ProKennex Ki Q5 295 (one of the most comfortable racquets out there) and the Yonex VCORE 100 S (I might be biased on this one ). I also thought the Head YOUTEK Extreme MP 2.0 could be another possible option.

Hope that helps!

Brittany, TW

[ArliHawk]

Originally Posted by TW Staff

ArliHawk,

Those are actually the first two racquets that come to mind for me as well based on your description. I would also recommend the ProKennex Ki Q5 295 (one of the most comfortable racquets out there) and the Yonex VCORE 100 S (I might be biased on this one ). I also thought the Head YOUTEK Extreme MP 2.0 could be another possible option.

Hope that helps!

Brittany, TW

Quick question, how does the Organix compare to the V1 classic? The classic looks a little heavier, which could ease the transition. I've hit with my wife's organix, and really liked the play of it.

[TW Staff]

Originally Posted by ArliHawk

Quick question, how does the Organix compare to the V1 classic? The classic looks a little heavier, which could ease the transition. I've hit with my wife's organix, and really liked the play of it.

ArliHawk,

Chris and Siobhan have answered that question in a previous thread. They even compare it to the Babolat AeroPro Drive.

Here is the link to the thread:
http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=448071

Brittany, TW

[ArliHawk]

Originally Posted by TW Staff

ArliHawk,

Chris and Siobhan have answered that question in a previous thread. They even compare it to the Babolat AeroPro Drive.

Here is the link to the thread:
http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=448071

Brittany, TW

My bad. Sorry.

[ArliHawk]

Thanks for the help. After demoing my wife's Organix V1 MP during a friendly doubles match last night, I went with it. It seemed to be just as powerful and stable as the APD, even if it is somewhat lighter.

Thanks again!

[TW Staff]

ArliHawk,


You are welcome! I still from time to time (after the playtest) pick up the Organix V1 MP to take out for a doubles match. It is such a fun racquet to play with. Also, I know Jason tinkered with adding some weight and customizing it a little bit.


Brittany, TW