The vcore 95 is not particularly stiff but it can be harsh on off-center hits because of the low twistweight. Maybe try a few more grams of lead at 3 & 9 and/or some lead in the handle to bump the recoil weight.
2021 Yonex VCore 95
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The vcore 95 is not particularly stiff but it can be harsh on off-center hits because of the low twistweight. Maybe try a few more grams of lead at 3 & 9 and/or some lead in the handle to bump the recoil weight.
2nd Serve Ace
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Playing some fantastic tennis with my VC95. Actually have gone back to a SW grip for my 1hbh and am just crushing it. 
I did end up putting a leather grip on mine and removed the lead I had wrapped at the top of the handle. The hoop lead (6g) at 9:30, 2:30 is still there.
I did end up putting a leather grip on mine and removed the lead I had wrapped at the top of the handle. The hoop lead (6g) at 9:30, 2:30 is still there.
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Completely the opposite. I had wrist pain playing with blade 19. Vcore 95 is “helping “ curing my wrist. I am almost pain free now after few months. So happy.
But if you think it hurts, get a different racket.
Roquestil
Semi-Pro
I´m back with the VC95.
Switched to the VCP97 310 for 2 months but ultimately was missing this racquet.
Ordered 2 more for a total of 3
Current setup is:
- Polytour Pro 1.20 (It's not crisp as Head lynx but I really want to avoid any elbow problems in the future)
- 3 grams @ 3/9
- 0.5 grams @ 12 for 1 of 3 racquets since it was lower SW
- 326 SW strung
Switched to the VCP97 310 for 2 months but ultimately was missing this racquet.
Ordered 2 more for a total of 3
Current setup is:
- Polytour Pro 1.20 (It's not crisp as Head lynx but I really want to avoid any elbow problems in the future)
- 3 grams @ 3/9
- 0.5 grams @ 12 for 1 of 3 racquets since it was lower SW
- 326 SW strung
ryushen21
Legend
You could consider crossing a crisp poly with something like ghost wire or my current new string fling, Element. I have my VC95 setup with Tour Status mains and Element crosses at 45/43 and it provides a crisp yet comfortable feel without sacrificing any of the performance aspects.
Good to hear you are back.
Curtennis
Hall of Fame
I made the decision to play my Vcore 95 in the first round of a 3.5 USTA tournament match last night and I'm glad I did. I picked my spots perfectly and it felt like I could not miss. Any short ball he gave me towards the middle I could just pick my direction and put it right there with enough top spin to make it drop in without doubt.
He had a very powerful serve (although accuracy was a bit of an issue) and even at completely stock hoop weight, I returned his serves deep and neutralized the points early on.
One thing was very odd though. I could not get my serve to feel right all night. Switching from a Pure Aero to a VCore 95 shouldn't be such a change that all the sudden serve is completely lost, but yet it was. Although I hit recreationally with my 95 fairly often lately, which is why i made this game time decision, i realized i haven't ever practiced serving with it. I guess i overlooked that component. I'm bogglecocked as to why I would have so much serve trouble when generally that's never really a challenge for me.
the 95 inch head never once felt undersized or underpowered. I was able to swing out aggressively without fear of overhitting. To me, the Pure Aero is good if you're swinging absolutely balls out adding crazy top spin every single shot or if you just want to defensive moonball back. The Vcore 95 allowed me to swing a much more repeatable, consistent swing plane and get my spots every time.
He had a very powerful serve (although accuracy was a bit of an issue) and even at completely stock hoop weight, I returned his serves deep and neutralized the points early on.
One thing was very odd though. I could not get my serve to feel right all night. Switching from a Pure Aero to a VCore 95 shouldn't be such a change that all the sudden serve is completely lost, but yet it was. Although I hit recreationally with my 95 fairly often lately, which is why i made this game time decision, i realized i haven't ever practiced serving with it. I guess i overlooked that component. I'm bogglecocked as to why I would have so much serve trouble when generally that's never really a challenge for me.
the 95 inch head never once felt undersized or underpowered. I was able to swing out aggressively without fear of overhitting. To me, the Pure Aero is good if you're swinging absolutely balls out adding crazy top spin every single shot or if you just want to defensive moonball back. The Vcore 95 allowed me to swing a much more repeatable, consistent swing plane and get my spots every time.
Power Player
Bionic Poster
Serve with the VC95 is good but it took me about 2-3 matches before I really got the timing down.
This is a lower SW frame and comes through the air super fast due to it's thinner beam and smaller head. Coming from a 100, thick beam Pure Aero, you will have some timing adjustment to make.
Curtennis
Hall of Fame
Thanks for the share. That absolutely makes sense. My pure Aeros are about 10 points higher swing weight 325 vs 315 and less aerodynamic due to beam and hoop size. That makes a lot of sense….
practice makes perfect? Or do you recommend finding a different contact point or specific step changes to my movement?
Power Player
Bionic Poster
No just serve as normal. Maybe hit the court for 20 mins and practice serves. It will get dialed in as long as your technique is solid.
What tension for PTP 1.20?
2nd Serve Ace
Hall of Fame
To get some real effective overspin/kick serve action on the VC 95 is maybe the frame's biggest challenge. Certainly not near as easy as an aero will be, imho.
Roquestil
Semi-Pro
52 pounds
I strung at 50 lbs today and it was a bit launchy for me on volleys and 1st serves, but still plays pretty good.
52 lbs is my next string job!
I have 2 VC95's (strung with gut/poly) and I recently got a 3rd to test out some full poly set-ups.
1st one came 303g unstrung
2nd one came 307g unstrung
3rd one came at 309g unstrung (yay QC!)
Anyways the first two rackets I felt we're unplayable without lead at 3 & 9 (6g total on both rackets), those we're strung with gut/poly at 64 lbs (my usual set-up)
My 3rd VC95 I decided to do full poly, I strung it with a full bed of YPTP 1.20 at 50 lbs.
Surprisingly this one actually plays decently without lead at 3 & 9.
I don't know the explanation behind it, maybe the lower tension and stiffer string help with off-center hits.
Anyways that would explain why some people don't feel like it needs lead, if you're a full poly guy you can probably play with it stock.
It plays nice without the extra lead at 3 & 9 and the racket is super maneuverable.
I'll have to play some matches with this set-up, but I like it so far.
1st one came 303g unstrung
2nd one came 307g unstrung
3rd one came at 309g unstrung (yay QC!)
Anyways the first two rackets I felt we're unplayable without lead at 3 & 9 (6g total on both rackets), those we're strung with gut/poly at 64 lbs (my usual set-up)
My 3rd VC95 I decided to do full poly, I strung it with a full bed of YPTP 1.20 at 50 lbs.
Surprisingly this one actually plays decently without lead at 3 & 9.
I don't know the explanation behind it, maybe the lower tension and stiffer string help with off-center hits.
Anyways that would explain why some people don't feel like it needs lead, if you're a full poly guy you can probably play with it stock.
It plays nice without the extra lead at 3 & 9 and the racket is super maneuverable.
I'll have to play some matches with this set-up, but I like it so far.
I've been demoing the VC 95 2021, and have only been able to hit serves and a few self fed balls on my FH and 1BH side. I will use the ball machine tomorrow, weather permitting, as the demo needs to go back on Monday. First impressions are that it definitely does not play like a 95 at all and the precision is insane! Its almost as if you look at where you want the ball to go and the racket delivers! My current rackets are the PS97 v13 and the Blade v7 18x20, having come from an RF97A, but to me, the VC 95 gives me the 'old school' feel of what Prostaff's were like before they went to 97 inches. Also demoing the VCP 2021 97D , but the difference is 'night and day' when compared to the VC95 2021. The VC95 2021 may be my next racket!
Ah well, the honeymoon period didn’t last long with the VCore 95, although if I spent a bit more time with it, it could work. Used the ball machine today and the racket felt as if it needed more weight or a different string setup to make feel a little more plush. Compare that with the VCP 97D 2021 which felt more plush and less board-like, probably due to the 61 stiffness rating. I’ve got the VCP 97D for another week so will have a few more opportunities to hit with it, but I can safely say that the VCore 95 2021 is not for me!
Tranqville
Professional
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Curtennis
Hall of Fame
Still have been completely enamored with my VC95. Won a doubles match the other day while wielding it.
I’ve got one with Hyper G 1.15 which I’ve been loving. I know some people will break these in 2 hours flat but I’m getting enough time to justify it. Even tho the gauge is thin, I’m still able to drive through the ball in a way I never could with my pure aero even with a 16 gauge. The top spin is just waiting for the right input and it’s got bite for days. Serves have been epic after it took me a couple days longer than usual to dial it in.
the other one came used with Ytex Protour Blue 1.20. I don’t think it performed as well as hyper g in either power or bite, and I’m already getting so much directional control from the frame itself, any pick up there I didn’t even notice. If someone wanted a decent all around string that’s not hard on the wallet and decent on the elbow I’d recommend it. it also matches this racquet really well. Pretty.
When that string broke I tried Ytex Hexagon X 1.25 and omg I hated it, but once again it’s gorgeous in this racquet. I’ve never cut out a string so fast. The string itself might not have been bad, but it felt like the exact opposite of what I wanted. Perhaps I strung it too low at 46 lbs but that’s what they recommend on their chart (if not a few lbs lower). Somehow this thicker gauge string increased my launch angle, gave me irregular power and my serve went back out the window. I’m so sorry to flame this string so hard but I think it’s more for someone that needs multifilament for their arm and power, yet wants to play with poly just cause. So sorry and I hope someone else chimes in that I’m way wrong. Maybe I screwed up?
after cutting that out I put put in Head Lynx Tour 1.25 at 48 lbs. I just strung it but plan to hit tomorrow night. It strung more poly like than my last string so I’m hopeful. Also another really odd thing, the last ^^ 1.25 string to this 1.25 string and my swing weight went up 3 whole points (machine tested)That’s quite a bit more for an identical gauge. I wonder if that Hex X really was some sort of multi blend. That would account for the play style and the weight difference.
if I don’t like head lynx tour I’m just gonna go back to Solinco 1.15. Either confidential if i want to do one more experiment or just get on one knee and propose to the hyper g for the rest of my life.
I’ve got one with Hyper G 1.15 which I’ve been loving. I know some people will break these in 2 hours flat but I’m getting enough time to justify it. Even tho the gauge is thin, I’m still able to drive through the ball in a way I never could with my pure aero even with a 16 gauge. The top spin is just waiting for the right input and it’s got bite for days. Serves have been epic after it took me a couple days longer than usual to dial it in.
the other one came used with Ytex Protour Blue 1.20. I don’t think it performed as well as hyper g in either power or bite, and I’m already getting so much directional control from the frame itself, any pick up there I didn’t even notice. If someone wanted a decent all around string that’s not hard on the wallet and decent on the elbow I’d recommend it. it also matches this racquet really well. Pretty.
When that string broke I tried Ytex Hexagon X 1.25 and omg I hated it, but once again it’s gorgeous in this racquet. I’ve never cut out a string so fast. The string itself might not have been bad, but it felt like the exact opposite of what I wanted. Perhaps I strung it too low at 46 lbs but that’s what they recommend on their chart (if not a few lbs lower). Somehow this thicker gauge string increased my launch angle, gave me irregular power and my serve went back out the window. I’m so sorry to flame this string so hard but I think it’s more for someone that needs multifilament for their arm and power, yet wants to play with poly just cause. So sorry and I hope someone else chimes in that I’m way wrong. Maybe I screwed up?
after cutting that out I put put in Head Lynx Tour 1.25 at 48 lbs. I just strung it but plan to hit tomorrow night. It strung more poly like than my last string so I’m hopeful. Also another really odd thing, the last ^^ 1.25 string to this 1.25 string and my swing weight went up 3 whole points (machine tested)That’s quite a bit more for an identical gauge. I wonder if that Hex X really was some sort of multi blend. That would account for the play style and the weight difference.
if I don’t like head lynx tour I’m just gonna go back to Solinco 1.15. Either confidential if i want to do one more experiment or just get on one knee and propose to the hyper g for the rest of my life.
Classic-TXP-IG MID
Hall of Fame
Try Völkl Cyclone 18L 1.15mm (Black), or Weiss Cannon Red Ghost (1.18mm), or MSV Co-Focus 1.18mm. All are great strings and I've strung them lower in the VC95 (44-46M, and 3 lbs lower for crosses - full poly; Poly/Gut or Syn Gut or Multi - same tension for mains and Crosses). Additionally, you could try T1 Black Knight (1.18mm or 1.23mm), T1 Tour Status, Grapplesnake Tour Sniper or Alpha or Game-changer, and Völkl V-Square.
Hope that helps.
Lynx tour is fantastic fit for me in this racket.. lynx tour 1.25 is heavier than most other 1.25s and therefore it is also true that it will add 3sw pts vs its counterparts..which is the added bonus in this racket since starting SW is fairly low.
Roquestil
Semi-Pro
It’s gonna be hard to go back, unless there is a 16x20 97 down the road. Having a lot of fun with the 95. Time will tell…@Roquestil , team VCORE PRO is missing you, but wishing you the best of luck and success with 95
Starsailor84
Rookie
Harshness is not either...
Curtennis
Hall of Fame
Every racquet is going to fall somewhere in between on that spectrum I suppose, and everyone's tolerance and preferences will vary. For me, i love how raw and connected i feel to the VC95 without it being too aluminum can feeling like a Bab Aero VS (most similar stick i can think of off the top of my head). When i used to have my V7 blade, it felt like i was hitting the ball with a pillow. Probably the most plush experience one could have with a tennis racquet and that didn't quite do it for me. My favorite on that spectrum is probably the RF97. between the weight and whatever they filled it with, its the best connection to the ball i've ever had. Doesn't mean i play my best tennis with it...
Unfortunately I might have to buy something else tomorrow as my local shop has been advertising like crazy for their sale tomorrow and for some reason I always feel like it is my duty to patronize any local shop that is related to my hobbies whether i need something or not... Any ideas out of the typical Head, Wilson, Babolat that i should buy? Hopefully i talk myself into not going...
celito
Professional
He didn't say it was harsh. It has a crisp feeling, but not uncomfortable.
Power Player
Bionic Poster
If you like the VC95 and want something with a little more feel (and don't mind using lead on a frame), I am really loving the Dunlop CXTour 16x19. I bring that and a 2018 VC95 to the courts and the VC95 never really sees the light of day anymore.
I used the v7 Blade too and I loved how my arm never felt anything after hours of play. I get the same comfort with the Dunlop, but its a more direct, thump like the VC95 (but better, imo).
I finally got to try this racquet and was impressed. It’s not too far off from my duel g 330. The swing weight was only 310 but it delivered power, control, spin with a connected feel. It had some instability on off center hits but still hit above its weight class. I’d be interested in trying it with lead but played well in stock form.
I was about to drop a similar comment like an hour ago..... yeah this racquet is really awesome.. mine is 323sw, 336 grams (3gr total at 10/2)... I mean what an all-rounder beauty this is... you can do anything with it... I stick with Lynx Tour at 51lbs... works very well for me... the racquet gets out of your way by executing any shot with relative ease too.... ordered my 2nd one last week.
not much man....the higher you go less weight needed for increasing SW so... you can back into it from balance perspective or if you want to keep static weight as little as possible.... 9/3 will go more towards increasing stability/twistweight and less towards sw (still increases sw).... 10/2 should be somewhere in between... the most extreme sw increase is at 12.... etc..
2nd Serve Ace
Hall of Fame
If you do add some weight to the VC95, it responds best to a very linear application (basically up and down/depolarized) compared to massing it at any single point.
Roquestil
Semi-Pro
Not anything worth getting into detail, just if you want same SW with less lead or if you want to match an underspeck SW racquet but adding the same lead for stability (what I did for one of my VC95).
faded_lines
Rookie
I've been testing out a few new racquets I recently got and string combos, and whenever I picked up my VC95, I feel right back at home. Nice crisp, direct, responsive string bed that doesn't aggravate my sensitive elbow. I kind of want to try out some lead tape but I'm playing so well currently with just a leather grip and OG.
Pneumated1
Hall of Fame
Thats awesome! I cant wait to hear your thoughts on this one. I also have a feeling its right up your alleyI'm gonna have to keep an eye on you
mad dog1
G.O.A.T.
I think the one thing you might not love is the feel.I'm gonna have to keep an eye on you
Classic-TXP-IG MID
Hall of Fame
I'm gonna have to keep an eye on you
If you try it... string it low... and then decide whether and how much you want to modify the racquet.
mad dog1
G.O.A.T.
Yes. I agree. I string mine with Lynx Tour 1.30 at 46/45.
Curtennis
Hall of Fame
Same. I have two with the thinner tennis warehouse leather grip installed and overgrip and I’m loving it. But I keep wondering… what if a little more weight.
so what did I do? Bought a third on Black Friday sale. Looking forward to that arriving any day now and putting on some weight while leaving my two “match” racquets alone.
FuzzyYellowBalls
Legend
Yes, the 2021 is improved. There's a boost in power about 5% that is most noticeable on serves. Personally I didn't experience any compromises despite this increase in power. I only ever carry 2 rackets anyway, so, 2 new 2021 would be cheaper than 4 2018
FuzzyYellowBalls
Legend
I'm a curious cat, for those weighting up this stick, are you sure you are needing this, to me it seems like changing the overall goal of Yonex, the most maneuverable yet stable frame they have, and especially the maneuverability comes through on 1hbh. The 4.5 and 5.0 guys I know don't touch lead with this racket, same with the blade, some are in college, some out, some sandbagging as UTR 8s and 9s selfrate 4.0. Prove to me you need the lead! No, well, kind of, are you tripple sure it's necessary or would you be better of with the Vcore Pro D or H?
Curtennis
Hall of Fame
I only acquired my VC95 pair about a month or so ago. It near instantly became something I loved and soon thereafter my dedicated match set up. They both arrived with a little lead at 9 and 3ish. I took it off right away. I’ve been loving these things for both singles and doubles. However on some harder hit shots to me at the net, that I gotta volley, it’s a little punishing. 20, 30 hard ground strokes to my volley starts to beat me up a little bit. I’m wondering if a tiny bit more weight would help and not really have much of a downside.
im with you though. Yonex came out with an absolute gem of a fine handcrafted Japanese scalpel and I hate to disrupt anything (other than my thin leather grip cause I love feeling bevels)
FuzzyYellowBalls
Legend
I'm not sure, most testers and regular players describe this stick as super comfortable, I do too, but it's not more or less comfortable than the vcore pro line to me (2021), what is getting beat up?
Crimsonchen
Rookie
Adding weight is always a preference. I weighted my 2018 vc95s with about 10 g on the 3 and 9. I felt like the stock weight was not enough for plow through. While I felt that the racquet was great even without tape, my backhand hits significantly deeper with more pace from the added weight. On top of that, I prefer more head heavy racquets so adding lead at the 3/9 was bound to happen for me.
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