Backhanded Compliment
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Looks like Ill have to try out Solinco Confidential in my TC95's when I run out of RS Lyon.
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tennis347
Hall of Fame
Changing to a different racquet in the middle of a match can have a negative impact on your mental game. I also enjoy changing racquets but at the end of the day it doesn't help you play your best tennis. That's why I have sold off most of my racquets and only have a pair of the Prince Phantom 100p and K7 Red. The Phantom 100p is now my lead because it does everything well for my game and increases my confidence on the court. The K7 Red is great racquet but falls short on put away power with precision. The K7 Red will always stay in the bag but I am done switching racquets. Happy hitting!
Hey guys so I'm having trouble hearing back from Paul or Angell's fb messages. So if I were to get TC100 in 70RA, as 310grams and 315mm(9 pt HL) or 320grams and 315mm what would the approximate SW be? I like hefty rackets static weight wise but not so much in the SW department. I would like to keep just under 330, so SW in 320's would be good.
Thanks. Yea I'm sticking to standard 27in. I heard it's about 325-330 which is right in my wheelhouse
I’m looking at purchasing a K7 Lime and I’ve been reading that it’s grip size is larger than the custom line. I have a TC 100 with a #3 C grip and it feels perfect. I know the shape is slightly different but is the grip size just marginally bigger or a whole size bigger? Thanks.
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flanker2000fr
Hall of Fame
My TC100 is 63RA / 310g / 315mm and Paul measured the SW at 297 unstrung. So it's probably 325 - 327 strung with my usual set up of Solinco Confidential 16.
SteveXtreme1978
Rookie
TC101 at 27.5" length 310g/9pt HL Review update: Played again with my new TC101 extended racket. This is my 5th time playing, it honestly is getting better and better for me and no arm issues so far, it feels so comfortable. Feel I can control my serves really well and volleys with this racket are amazing. I do find I have to generate the power but that is the same with my DR98+ previously so no change there. My slice backhands have improved immensely with this racket. I am loving this racket so far. The control on this is great, and as its a 101 it seems to have given me a bit more room for mishits which really helps 
. I have yet to get my drop shot consistently right on this however I think that is down to my rustiness and not the racket as the feel on this racket is good. Thinking I may get another one if there is flash sale for it one day, maybe a lighter version at 300g 6pt HL, let me know views on this.
. I have yet to get my drop shot consistently right on this however I think that is down to my rustiness and not the racket as the feel on this racket is good. Thinking I may get another one if there is flash sale for it one day, maybe a lighter version at 300g 6pt HL, let me know views on this.That's strange cause I thought the 63RA was supposed to have a higher SW. It's almost the same as 70RA 310g / 315mm
SW is 295-300 on TC 100 63 ra
Octane paint is thicker add’s approx 3SW. So I agree still around 325-330. My octane tc97 came in at 309g unstrung 325g strung with origin crosses 17g & Black knight mains 17g. (I think the string combination weighs less than some of my other set ups)
Rock-solid
Rookie
My new tc100 310g/315cm 63ra was measured at 329 sw strung with velocity 16g.
No SW difference Between the 70RA & 63RA In the current V3’s. V2’s there could be a large difference in SW’s.
I've been doing a lot of research and a lot of users were saying 63RA had a higher SW due to more material but I guess that's not always the case? I really do like the octane paint but I heard it comes in a few SW higher. This is going to make things even more confusing lol
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Did you get the octane paint or the standard black and copper?
flanker2000fr
Hall of Fame
Just shoot Paul an email, or try to call him. That's what I did when trying to figure out the right specs for the TC100.
flanker2000fr
Hall of Fame
Weird, he's generally responsive. You should try to call.
I'm in the US, so prob the best way to reach him is by email
volleynets
Hall of Fame
Got my tc97 octane. Immediately strung with confidential as that's what I've been using in my copper already. So cool that they matched the new frame to the frames I already have rather than to the ordered spec (320g, 12hl). Mine are 322g, 345 strung, 333SW.
Serves, returns feel so solid with this stick. And ground strokes take me back to the days of the Tour 90s with the incredible precision and feeling of being glued to the ball with that thin beam flexy feel. Hitting some heavy one handers cross court and crushing down the lines.
The octane paint looks so cool I'm very happy to own the copper and octane versions that I can effortlessly switch between.
Serves, returns feel so solid with this stick. And ground strokes take me back to the days of the Tour 90s with the incredible precision and feeling of being glued to the ball with that thin beam flexy feel. Hitting some heavy one handers cross court and crushing down the lines.
The octane paint looks so cool I'm very happy to own the copper and octane versions that I can effortlessly switch between.
I've always used Facebook Messenger off of the Angell Facebook page and Paul has responded within a few hours if it was during the (English) business hours.
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KelownaTennis
New User
I posted in the Wanted forum for a K7 Lime, and received a message from georgeliam770 telling me to email romanfolly@gmail.com. After exchanging a few emails and getting quite close to purchasing through paypal, I wanted to "vet" the transaction before completing. Trouble is, I can't find georgeliam770, or the conversation, on TT! Is this a scam? Is there any other legitimate reason I can't find a trace of that user account or conversation on TT? Thanks for your help.
I was able to talk with someone over Facebook Messenger but it wasn't Paul...
haqq777
Legend
Good call on vetting. Looks shady. Also, please do not go the Friends and Family route on Paypal unless you know the poster here (you get a fairly good idea of posters once you have been here a while). It is considered a gift and there is no purchase protection in case seller decides to keep the money and not send anything. Venmo or Cashapp also do not provide any buyer protection programs. Better be safe than sorry. I've been here a while and have seen how these things go so just some friendly advice.
One of the reasons the username and convo might not be popping up could be that admins banned or suspended the account. Was it a new user with just a few posts?
serveitup911
Semi-Pro
Angells arrived today. Strung the 100 and 101 with Solinco Hyper G 18g at 50 lbs and strung the 105 with Hyper G 20g at 50 lbs. The 20g is for my dad who isn’t at all a string breaker and hasn’t used poly before. I was surprised at the elasticity when stringing.
As I mentioned earlier the SW on 63RA used to be higher with most of the V2 frames. When Paul bought out the V3 he made sure the SW issues were Ironed out, I guess some customers wondered why their 300g frame seemed hard to swing! Many others enjoyed picking a high SW frame.
Found the TC100’s to swing slower than tc95’ & TC97’s, thicker beam, larger head More string I suspect.
I’m sure Paul will have a few options in the 325-330SW region.
Lord of Unforced Errors
New User
I have been fortunate to borrow a TC101 and ASL3 (both 16x19) for a week from a fellow tennis player at my local park. Both of them seem to have more horsepower than my TC97 18x20, but not as much as my TC95 16x19. Both are so much easier to play with than my TC95, however, I am not looking for a replacement, but I prefer the feel and the way the ASL3 flexes compare to the TC101, or the TC97.
If any of you has played with both ASL3 and TC100 63RA, how do they compare?
If any of you has played with both ASL3 and TC100 63RA, how do they compare?
AhabTheBad
New User
Hello all!
Signed up to this forum as I have just received my Angell K7 Red.
Was using Wilson Clash (tried both 100 Pro and 98) after starting playing tennis with Babolats that nearly killed my elbow.
Unfortunately find the Clashes a bit inconsistent so am switching.
Looking forward to a two hour coaching session on Saturday where I can put the stock Red through it’s paces and then decide if any weight is required (will probably put 2 grams on 3+9 anyway as a lot of people are saying that improves stability).
Currently just put on an overgrip and dampener (rubber band style with Agassi knot).
I wanted to thank the members of this forum as I have got a lot of good information here that really helped my decisions. As I live in the UK it’s always nice to support a local business that provides good products.
Will probably be looking into getting a custom racket in the near future (hopefully the Octane colour scheme will still be around, I have also emailed Angell to try and get them to make the 9 racket bag in Octane colours too, fingers crossed but not holding my breath).
Signed up to this forum as I have just received my Angell K7 Red.
Was using Wilson Clash (tried both 100 Pro and 98) after starting playing tennis with Babolats that nearly killed my elbow.
Unfortunately find the Clashes a bit inconsistent so am switching.
Looking forward to a two hour coaching session on Saturday where I can put the stock Red through it’s paces and then decide if any weight is required (will probably put 2 grams on 3+9 anyway as a lot of people are saying that improves stability).
Currently just put on an overgrip and dampener (rubber band style with Agassi knot).
I wanted to thank the members of this forum as I have got a lot of good information here that really helped my decisions. As I live in the UK it’s always nice to support a local business that provides good products.
Will probably be looking into getting a custom racket in the near future (hopefully the Octane colour scheme will still be around, I have also emailed Angell to try and get them to make the 9 racket bag in Octane colours too, fingers crossed but not holding my breath).
Mad hatter
Banned
It is a scam. Scammers are targeting anyone posting in wanted section. Tell you to email a friend who has what you want. Just happened to me. IGNORE!
report this person to website mgr. Do not send any money.
Ah.... this happened to me yesterday too. I have just asked TW staff in a new thread..... I emailed the gmail account and someone told me he has what I wanted, but I am still waiting for photos.... lol
Hi mate - hope all is well. I was literally just thinking about you the other day and I have been meaning to check up on you to see how you are these days.they are coming out of all corners lately
CharlottesHead
Rookie
My new octane TC100. Specs paired to my old (copper) one; 320.4g, 310mm, 299sw
Nice! Keep us posted! I used the Clash 98 for a while and had a lot of fun with it! But it wasnt really a predictable frame. I bought a k7 Red again to test it. Curious to see how it is. I sold my previous one because the grip was too big for me. What do you string it with?
saleem
Semi-Pro
I was completely away from tennis for 1 1/2 year due to frozen shoulderHi mate - hope all is well. I was literally just thinking about you the other day and I have been meaning to check up on you to see how you are these days.
all is good and playing few times a week now.How are you doing?
BPlain
Semi-Pro
Newer K7 Red owner here. So far, I’ve strung with the Halo Hybrid pack Angell sent with it (Halo Touch & Halo Four) and Volkl Cyclone Tour 18 gauge. Strung them both at 50 lbs. Loved the Halo Hybrid setup expect for my topspin forehand. It was landing either way short or I couldn’t bring it down in the court. Broke that set up about 6 to 8 hours in. I ended up cutting out the Cyclone Tour 18. It was way too soft and powerful for the racket.
I just got some Volkl V-Squared 16 (1.30) and dropped it off to be strung today. Going to compare that with the Halo Hybrid setup this weekend and will report back. I’m hoping because the K7 is so plush and arm friendly that I can move up to mid stiffness poly like V-Squared without elbow and/or wrist discomfort. I’ll report back the results.
16g vs thin 18g should also help with control and predictability, plus probably lower your launch angle just a bit.
On paper, it sounds like the V-square should be a great fit.
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Mkiske
Semi-Pro
The Tc101 is a good racquet in all aspects. The more I play, the more I feel confident with the Tc101. I will be on vacation in September and will be able to play a lot against very different opponents to say more.TC101 at 27.5" length 310g/9pt HL Review update: Played again with my new TC101 extended racket. This is my 5th time playing, it honestly is getting better and better for me and no arm issues so far, it feels so comfortable. Feel I can control my serves really well and volleys with this racket are amazing. I do find I have to generate the power but that is the same with my DR98+ previously so no change there. My slice backhands have improved immensely with this racket. I am loving this racket so far. The control on this is great, and as its a 101 it seems to have given me a bit more room for mishits which really helps
is it just the pictures That make the grip look big or have you got huge hands!!
CharlottesHead
Rookie
They're size 4 (US:4 1/2) and the copper has an overgrip, so the answer is probably the angle of the picture.
I am well. Thanks. Good to know you are recovering well. Still not playing yet due to the pandemic. Hopefully will be in the next few weeks - maybe I will ping you again if I need new MRG/I setup....I was completely away from tennis for 1 1/2 year due to frozen shoulder
How are you doing?
Personally, in my experience, with all things equal, I felt the TC95 swings much easier for me and the ball tends to go where/near I wanted them to go.
plus the TC95 has the much more “Thumping” sound (it is addictive!)
In saying that, I will be trying to move onto TC97 18x20 to see how that goes when I am able to get back.
Isca
Rookie
Hi folks, I have the chance to get a K7 Red in near-new condition for £90. Only issue is, it's an L2 grip and I take an L4 usually. Has anyone successfully built up a grip by 2 sizes on one of these or similar? Would it be doable without adding excessive weight in the handle? I've used a thicker replacement grip and overgrip to increase an L2 before, but never gone up 2 sizes. I've read about people using balsawood to do this without adding so much weight, but that sounds like quite a task. Should I just leave it and wait for an L4 to show up instead?
Nah - I think it is best to wait for a L4 or a min of L3. I think it is too much of an effort and adding too much weight from L2 to L4.
Red isn’t as difficult to come by these days, so I suggest to wait for the right one.
If it was a TC (the custom line) - you will be able to get L4 pallet from Paul to swap out.
BPlain
Semi-Pro
That's what I'm hoping for. We'll see this weekend.
I placed an order for a new K7 Lime on Wednesday and it arrived earlier today (Friday) here in Kentucky. Just strung it up with their free hybrid string that came with it. Hopefully the rain will hold off tomorrow and I can give it a try. Just wanted to share hold incredibly fast the shipping was on the racquet.
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