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Anton said:
Search.

http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=465539

He will certainly not, he is posting as a Babolat Rep. and he will not be doing that for much longer if he starts talking about how his company paints over rackets to look like latest retail models as part of a marketing strategy.

It's a fine racket, I never said that it isn't, but it's lacking control due to too much pop compared to the original. I don't know you and what rackets you actually held in your hands, maybe know better than me what equipment "many of the worlds best players" use, but if anyone is going to put power to use it's Nadal, and even he uses a softer setup.

Have you actually compared it to the Original APD? What did you think about the control/power between the two.

Sure seems like you have a stake in this without much basis.
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Anton,

My only stake in the conversation is to dispel misinformation and blanket statements about products I have knowledge of. As you can see from this link:

http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=383103


I purchased 2 original aeropro drive plus racquets from Tennis Warehouse. Demoing them side by side this week with the newest aeropro drive, I would choose the newest one without hesitation. It has a more stiff RDC rating but in actual use it does not feel that way and has comparable comfort to the original. It feels better, to me, from all areas of the court, and is more stable in addition. The new APD has better control and the same power with less harshness.

Rafa may prefer the original APD by I and many others do not, and I feel that I play better with the newest version after demoing it.
 
Overdrive

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Remember, everyone has their own preferences. Some people don't know what they are 'talking' about, and say that the APD is the best racquet ever without testing anything else. After testing the iteration of APDs over the years, some people take the original frame.

Testimonials have its strengths and weaknesses. The only person who can determine that a racquet is good is the user. There is no objectivity when deciding racquets. It all depends on personal preference. :)

That is why people should take the time and demo racquets instead of relying on testimonials from strangers and paid employees from TW. I believe that there is a racquet for everyone. However, a lot of people propagandize about their frames and the reason why it performs so well. This is wrong. Not everyone can play with a PS 85. Not everyone can play with a APD. Not everyone can play with a Dunlop Hotmelt.
 
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Anton

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pug said:
Anton,

My only stake in the conversation is to dispel misinformation and blanket statements about products I have knowledge of. As you can see from this link:

http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=383103


I purchased 2 original aeropro drive plus racquets from Tennis Warehouse. Demoing them side by side this week with the newest aeropro drive, I would choose the newest one without hesitation. It has a more stiff RDC rating but in actual use it does not feel that way and has comparable comfort to the original. It feels better, to me, from all areas of the court, and is more stable in addition. The new APD has better control and the same power with less harshness.

Rafa may prefer the original APD by I and many others do not, and I feel that I play better with the newest version after demoing it.
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I agree that the feel is better on the new ones, they are more clean in feel for sure (my original APDs are siliconed for that reason), but the 2012 cortex I'm comparing to definitely has a more bouncy stringbed (same strings and tension, same 11.7oz weight and balance).
 
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LanEvo

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Wait, so the Play Test racquets are being sent out sometime this week, it said we will receive them in the a few days per the email? I only ask because I am gonna be gone for the Turkey Day next week, up until the weekend, so I wanna ask and make sure it doesnt get left outside or anything, I dont want anyone taking it.
 
Babolat Official

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One of the agencies sent the Test Flight app too early (oops). You will receive instructions in the coming 48 hours. Rackets will ship end of this week. You will get tracking info sent to the email you provided. Sorry for any confusion.

We also came up short on grip 3 (popular size), so some of you will be receiving grip 2 or grip 4.
 
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YesTennis

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Babolat Official said:
One of the agencies sent the Test Flight app too early (oops). You will receive instructions in the coming 48 hours. Rackets will ship end of this week. You will get tracking info sent to the email you provided. Sorry for any confusion.

We also came up short on grip 3 (popular size), so some of you will be receiving grip 2 or grip 4.
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Hi Daniel,

Looking forward to the play test. I downloaded Test Flight app with no problems. Do we also have to register also at the Babolat Play Connect website also? Thanks
 
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YesTennis said:
Hi Daniel,

Looking forward to the play test. I downloaded Test Flight app with no problems. Do we also have to register also at the Babolat Play Connect website also? Thanks
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You can create an account via either the mobile app (available soon, you'll get an email) or via the website (with instructions in the email from babolatplay@babolat.com).

If anyone has specific problems or questions, email babolatplay@babolat.com
 
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Lukhas said:
Man, if a Bab' rep can't get a set, then who can? :) I hope it's good stuff, although the price is kinda the drawback.
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My order was placed yesterday. I will have it put in as a full set and hybrid with RPM over the next couple weeks. I'll get some feedback from the other guys in the office as well, as I'm an all poly fan.
 
JDMasFCK

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Do you have to have data (Internet connection) on your phone to be able to use the Babolat Play racquet and app?

Thanks!
 
Federerkblade

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Daniel buddy iv just seen the cosmetics of the pure controls. absolutely amzing cosmetic.

Did you hit with the standard control again ? and what string did you test it with ??

any more comments
 
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the_faceless_player

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JDMasFCK said:
Do you have to have data (Internet connection) on your phone to be able to use the Babolat Play racquet and app?

Thanks!
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I think it's more about Bluetooth. You have to pair the racquet to your phone via Bluetooth. As long as you can do that, it should use that connection to sync the data. Now viewing the global leader boards and some of that other stuff would require WiFi or a data connection I assume.
 
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JDMasFCK said:
Do you have to have data (Internet connection) on your phone to be able to use the Babolat Play racquet and app?

Thanks!
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You can view your data on your phone (bluetooth) or plug your racquet into your computer (USB). You can save 150 hours of live tennis in the Play racket without downloading (all sessions marked by time/date). Everything is stored in "the cloud".
 
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Babolat Official said:
You can view your data on your phone (bluetooth) or plug your racquet into your computer (USB). You can save 150 hours of live tennis in the Play racket without downloading (all sessions marked by time/date). Everything is stored in "the cloud".
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Daniel - when will the Play go on sale to the public? My wife is dying for one.

Looking forward to doing the playtest for Babolat/TW. Thanks!
 
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gavna said:
Be aware that most retailers are going to be limited to 10 frames each.....the larger online national account places like TW, TE and others will get a few more......but it's going to be quite limited.

Total number for North America is around 500 units!!! (I'm sure there is some ply in that number).

So if you want one - pre-order -
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How do you know this? Just wondering.
 
LanEvo

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gavna said:
Babolat had a little get together in Boulder with selected retailers just recently........not a big secret there is a very limited supply.

What's cool is this is the first REAL change/break-thru??? in equipment in decades. Just think what was the last radical change in equipment that caught on and became the standard: 70s Prince w/oversize, 80s the change to graphite, 80s the Wilson Profile.........since then nothing really really new.

So IF this does take off don't be surprised to see everyone else try to copy and expand on it.......Bab's doing a great job on getting out in front and going for it.
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Oh ok, nice to know.
 
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gavna said:
Be aware that most retailers are going to be limited to 10 frames each.....the larger online national account places like TW, TE and others will get a few more......but it's going to be quite limited.

Total number for North America is around 500 units!!! (I'm sure there is some ply in that number).

So if you want one - pre-order -
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Man, you guys are off today. There are 1500 frames at launch (Dec 12), with our second production run finished and en route from China.

There are Babolat Play specific dealers (TW is one).
 
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mjneal

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Hello Daniel,
Can you tell me if there has been a chance in the materials or manufacturing process of the ladies V-pro shoes? I have had at least 4 pair of these this year, and loved them. However my newest pair feels so much different. It is not breaking in on top like my pervious pairs and are much more uncomfortable.

I was also a huge fan of the now discontinued Ladies Drive shoe. This was by far the most light and comfortable shoe I ever had. Is there any plans to replace this shoe with a newer but similar model?

Missy
 
LanEvo

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Babolat Official said:
Have you checked your spam or junk mail? All tracking info was sent from UPS last night or this morning, depending on when the package was processed.
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Yea, I checked all folders and mail, no tracking number. I got all the welcome email too including the one welcoming me in joining the playtest team.

Should I send Babolat Play an email?
 
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Quick question..sorry if it was asked before...
Are there any plans on Extended Pure Drive plus play options in near future or is that way down the road after I am sure popular Aeropro gets play?
 
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LanEvo said:
Yea, I checked all folders and mail, no tracking number. I got all the welcome email too including the one welcoming me in joining the playtest team.

Should I send Babolat Play an email?
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I think you need to relax and let time take its course....
 
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