darklore009
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from the top, it has a box beam, when going down towards the throat, it has the flat beam
Better question is Are these really good for serving ? Last head Instincts were pretty powerful rackets but for some reason they weren't very good when serving.
Head YOUTEK Graphene Speed Pro
Head Size: 100 sq. in. / 645.16 sq. cm.
Length: 27in / 68.58cm
Strung Weight: 11.7oz / 331.69g
Balance: 6 pts HL
Swingweight: 328
Stiffness: 68
Beam Width: 22.5mm / 22.5mm / 21.5mm /
Composition: d30 / Graphene
Power Level: Low
Stroke Style: Full
Swing Speed: Fast
Racquet Colors:
Black/ White
Grip Type: Hydrosorb Pro
String Pattern:
18 Mains / 20 Crosses
Mains skip: None
Two Pieces
Shared Holes: 8T 9T 8H 9H
String Tension: 48-57 pounds
Head YOUTEK Graphene Speed MP
Head Size: 100 sq. in. / 645.16 sq. cm.
Length: 27in / 68.58cm
Strung Weight: 11oz / 311.84g
Balance: 3 pts HL
Swingweight: 320
Stiffness: 66
Beam Width: 22.5mm / 22.5mm / 21.5mm /
Composition: d30 / Graphene
Power Level: Low
Stroke Style: Full
Swing Speed: Fast
Racquet Colors:
White/ Black
Grip Type: Hydrosorb Pro
String Pattern:
16 Mains / 19 Crosses
Mains skip: None
Two Pieces
Shared Holes: 7T 8T 7H 8H
String Tension: 50-60 pounds
Head YOUTEK Graphene Speed Pro
Head Size: 100 sq. in. / 645.16 sq. cm.
Length: 27in / 68.58cm
Strung Weight: 11.7oz / 331.69g
Balance: 6 pts HL
Swingweight: 328
Stiffness: 68
Beam Width: 22.5mm / 22.5mm / 21.5mm /
Composition: d30 / Graphene
Power Level: Low
Stroke Style: Full
Swing Speed: Fast
Racquet Colors:
Black/ White
Grip Type: Hydrosorb Pro
String Pattern:
18 Mains / 20 Crosses
Mains skip: None
Two Pieces
Shared Holes: 8T 9T 8H 9H
String Tension: 48-57 pounds
Head YOUTEK Graphene Speed MP
Head Size: 100 sq. in. / 645.16 sq. cm.
Length: 27in / 68.58cm
Strung Weight: 11oz / 311.84g
Balance: 3 pts HL
Swingweight: 320
Stiffness: 66
Beam Width: 22.5mm / 22.5mm / 21.5mm /
Composition: d30 / Graphene
Power Level: Low
Stroke Style: Full
Swing Speed: Fast
Racquet Colors:
White/ Black
Grip Type: Hydrosorb Pro
String Pattern:
16 Mains / 19 Crosses
Mains skip: None
Two Pieces
Shared Holes: 7T 8T 7H 8H
String Tension: 50-60 pounds
They say they took weight fom the middle by using graphene there and moved it towards either end and from the swingweight specs they've done it, although graphene wasn't really necessary to achieve this end.
Was told by a TW Customer Service member that Head made it a priority to make the Speed Pro (315 g) feel a bit more solid and stable yet keep it relatively in the same weight, thus the SW going up. I was also told that one of the guys who has taken it out to the courts already prefers the old IG version to this new one. I never gave the old IG version a fair test so it'll be interesting to see how I like the new one. The only history I have the Speed was the time I had the old all white Youtek Speed.. and my god it was just terrible.
Was told by a TW Customer Service member that Head made it a priority to make the Speed Pro (315 g) feel a bit more solid and stable yet keep it relatively in the same weight, thus the SW going up. I was also told that one of the guys who has taken it out to the courts already prefers the old IG version to this new one. I never gave the old IG version a fair test so it'll be interesting to see how I like the new one. The only history I have the Speed was the time I had the old all white Youtek Speed.. and my god it was just terrible.
I wasn't impressed with the IG version of the Speed MP as it was still not as solid compared to the PSTGT so if the IG is actually better than the Graphenne one, I will pass.
I do like the paint job update to the racquet but hopefully they make it more solid compared to the IG Speed MP.
Head YOUTEK Graphene Speed Pro
Head Size: 100 sq. in. / 645.16 sq. cm.
Length: 27in / 68.58cm
Strung Weight: 11.7oz / 331.69g
Balance: 6 pts HL
Swingweight: 328
Stiffness: 68
Beam Width: 22.5mm / 22.5mm / 21.5mm /
Composition: d30 / Graphene
Power Level: Low
Stroke Style: Full
Swing Speed: Fast
Racquet Colors:
Black/ White
Grip Type: Hydrosorb Pro
String Pattern:
18 Mains / 20 Crosses
Mains skip: None
Two Pieces
Shared Holes: 8T 9T 8H 9H
String Tension: 48-57 pounds
But the leaked catalog says it's 22mm straight beam?
PS I think we should keep our hopes up because the static weight and SW have both increased therefore it must mean a much more stable and solid feel. On another note I took out the Blades for a hit and I found that the 18/20 is the one I prefer more, but I just don't know if its a racquet I would switch to. I think I want to test the Speed and then compare the two.
I will give the new Speed a shot anyways because I am a racket junkie and hope that it plays better than the IG version which was better than the Youtek version but still not as solid as the PSTGT.
I haven't had a chance to try the Blade 18x20 but I am starting to get use to the 16x19 so I might just stick with that. I love everything about the 16x19 and will give it some more time to see if I can adjust. I just love how solid it feels and the generous sweet spot on it though slices are not as effective as the PSTGT. I will take both out for a test this weekend with both string up with the same string setup to get a better comparison.
As will I. I'm just having some more trouble with the PSTGT lately with whipping it through the contact zone on balls that are high or short. I don't know why now all of a sudden, but I think I'm going to try to aim for a racquet that might be a bit lighter statically.
I have both the Blade 18/20 and 16/19 and both aren't flooring me. Maybe I need some more time with them, but my demo time has run out I also had these 2 in multifilament strings so maybe I'll try to demo both of these again in a polyester setup. The 16/19 unfortunately popped on me on a shank so we'll see if I want to ask for another week with it.
Let me know how your comparison between 18/20 and 16/19 goes PS
You might be coming to terms that you might need a lighter racquet. I have been swapping between TGK 260.2, PSTGT, and the Blade, and I think my arm is confused. I know I should stop messing around wtih all these racquets and just concentrate on one but it's so much fun trying out all these racquets.
I don't think I will try out the 18x20 given that I am starting to figure out the 16x19 and I never liked a 18x20 but I will definitely test out the difference between the PSTGT and Blade 98. My hitting partner say I hit a heavier ball using the PSTGT but I starting to love how the Blade 98 feels.
I hope TW professor puts up the stats on the Head Speed 2013 Graphene so at least I can compare how it performs against the other racquets.
Is racquet finder under TWU - then - racquet comparisons?
No its on the left hand side under all the brands of racquets.
Local store of mine has the racquet! Will be picking it up either today or tomorrow.
So you won't be demoing the 18x20 Blade? The 2013 Speed is on Racquet Finder and all of the specs are up. A tad heavier, a tad higher SW and a tad higher stiffness.
And I believe you're right.. I think a lighter frame would help... but still a stable/solid racquet at the same time. So I think the Blade and the Speed are my two finalist racquets just based on specs alone....unless you have any more racquet rec's since you're the junkie
Ever try the Prince Exo3 Tour? Wouldn't expect you to since its 18/20 and 16/18.. unless you've tried the 16/18.
Let us know how it compares to the PSTGT.
Actually I have tried the Exo3 Tour 16/18 and found it to have too springy. It was really soft, probably the softest racquet I have ever hit with. I can even put a full set of poly on it which I think is a must on this racquet and have no arm problems. I generally stay away from 18x20 but willing to trying anything with a 16x something string pattern plus fewer crosses saves me extra time stringing the racquet.
Head's marketing for this line says that the ultralight/ultrastiff graphene material allows them to redistribute weight in a beneficial manner. However, the weight distribution is easily discerned from looking at the above specs, and there is nothing new here. There are many racquets on the market with specs very similar, or even identical, to the ones above. I call BS on Head here.
Please post on the stiffness of theses... I don't want to waste my time & arm demoing if its really stiff.
Thanks
Stiffness on the MP is 66 , Pro is 68.
http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Head_YOUTEK_Graphene_Prestige_PWR/descpageRCHEAD-HGPPWR.html
Is this good doubles racket ?
Guys I just got a new speed and the beam creep is a real thing! it's on the verge of being too thick for me. Also, The new MP still seems longer than 27" when compared with another racket of mine that is 27", but it is shorter than 27.2"
Guys I just got a new speed and the beam creep is a real thing! it's on the verge of being too thick for me. Also, The new MP still seems longer than 27" when compared with another racket of mine that is 27", but it is shorter than 27.2"