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My Blade came at 32.3 cm strung balance stock, and I was able to choose between 3 models (32.3, 32.0, 31.9, all strung balance). So maybe the Blade users are in the 6-9pt HL range.

Nadal: Aero 100 Ruud: Ezone 100 If they are good enough for them, they are good enough for recs.

Seconding @Chairman3. Start with adding 2 grams at 12 o'clock. The more weight you add, the greater power you'll have, with the expense of the frame being slightly tougher to swing for a whole match.

Will adding weight in the buttcap increase or decrease racket head speed and the feeling of whippiness?

I'm intrigued. That sounds like just what I'm looking for. Heavy synthetic grip.

I'm currently using a synthetic grip with an overgrip, but I'm considering switching to a leather grip to add some weight to the handle. While a leather grip seems like a great solution, I've read they are quite less comfortable. Are there any leather grips that offer the same level of comfort...

I'm considering customizing my Wilson Blade 98 v7 (16x19). If I add a total of 6 grams of weight at the 3 and 9 o'clock, how will this affect the balance? Will this modification make the racquet too head-heavy?

Lot's of great suggestions, thank you!

Those are great suggestions. I can try them.

As I reflect on all of your suggestions, I'm thinking that instead of switching the racquet it would be easier to just switch to a more powerful poly. As I'm actually loving Blade in general, just looking for a slight increase in power. I'm currently using some random poly, don't even know the...

Ezone 98 looks very promising. I see that is has higher frame stiffness, but like you said, it shouldn't produce any arm problems?

Do you have any recommendations for a Blade alternative that is similar in specs (nice for the arm, good feel) but offers a bit more power?

Two dedicated shoes it is then.

I'm playing 80% of the time on clay and 20% on hard courts. Should I just go for the clay outsole or is it not recommended to use the clay court outsole on hard courts?

Perfect, will give it a shot!

I'm currently using Tecnifibre Duramix 1.35. Looking for something with more spin potential while keeping arm comfort in mind. Thanks!

I agree that winning 10 slams is a massive task but not quite sure how winning 10 matches in straight sets in a commanding fashion is considered "lucked out". She showed huge mental strength in deciding moments. I would argue that she definitely has that X factor that is needed to win another or...

No need to get riled up, it was just for fun :)

That's true, but I think it's more about cementing the number 1 spot in history than money. But of course he's set either way.

Interested to hear your hot takes ;)