2021 Yonex VCore Pro Official Thread

[ryushen21]

To avoid the confusion and multiple threads, let's use this as the central source for all info and feedback on the newest VCore Pros.

So far, I think the frames look really promising with updated frame geometry, slightly thicker beams, and of course that dead sexy late 80s/early 90s nostalgic paint job.

It looks to be a really promising frame and I'll be picking one up as soon as they release.

 

[Mischko]

I think I asked on one of the other threads, but I can't remember the answer - when do they arrive please?

And yes, I am thinking hard to remember when did any racquet look this good. There were really good ones, I liked the dark blue/orange Vcore Pro for example, black RF97As etc, but this design is just wow

 

[Artanis]

Cool, thanks!
Any leaked specs?

 

[puppybutts]

FYI TW staff are removing posts showing pics...those IG pics have been shared multiple times already but removed every time. i guess it's still too early for leaks.

not sure if creating yet another thread was really the solution for multiple threads lol, at least not until there's an official release or new info not already present in other threads

not a fan of the paintjob....it looks like the designer was a makeup artist who gave it eye shadow

 

[ajspurs]

I don't know if it will be different in person, but at least in images they look beautiful close up when you can see all the colours and detail, but a bit 'basic' from a distance. It's that flat looking green part I don't like, would be amazing if that was black like the rest of just a darker green.

 

[Deki]

Nice rackets. Hope that 310g version will have higher sw, let’s say in mid to high 320!

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

The bottom of the throat near the top of the grip looks squarer and boxier... more like some of the Yonexes from the 80s/90s... maybe like an RQiS... and the inside of the throat (the shape) looks a bit like a G360+ Speed/ Prestige.

The Colour/ design is like the 80s/90s again... I think it's going to be best to see it in person.

 

[esm]

i like the PJ

 

[ryushen21]

I think I asked on one of the other threads, but I can't remember the answer - when do they arrive please?

And yes, I am thinking hard to remember when did any racquet look this good. There were really good ones, I liked the dark blue/orange Vcore Pro for example, black RF97As etc, but this design is just wow

I think it's supposed to be sometime around September. I know that's what I'm hoping for. But if they're already hitting the shelves in the Asian market, maybe sooner?

FYI TW staff are removing posts showing pics...those IG pics have been shared multiple times already but removed every time. i guess it's still too early for leaks.

not sure if creating yet another thread was really the solution for multiple threads lol, at least not until there's an official release or new info not already present in other threads

not a fan of the paintjob....it looks like the designer was a makeup artist who gave it eye shadow

Maybe. Maybe not. The forum is all about thread activity.

I love the paint job. It's pure 80s/90s nostalgia for me.

 

[esm]

i'd love one (or all) of these again to match the new vcore pro pj

 

[Artanis]

Nice rackets. Hope that 310g version will have higher sw, let’s say in mid to high 320!

+1
Also to keep the dampened feel, low RA?

 

[Artanis]

Thanks!

 

[ryushen21]

rabagastosl (IG)

Those pics provide some interesting details on the cards. Longer throat, reshaped beam, VDM. That seems to point to a likely stiffer layup with that tech compensating to keep a softer feel.

 

[Artanis]

Wider beam is also mentioned.
Hope is not the case...

 

[ryushen21]

Wider beam is also mentioned.
Hope is not the case...

That has become less of a concern for me. I used to be all about thin beams but these days you can get all the thin beam benefits from thicker beam frames.

 

[1990's Graphite]

Wider beam is also mentioned.
Hope is not the case...

1mm added for the 97's and the 100 goes to 23mm

 

[ryushen21]

1mm added for the 97's and the 100 goes to 23mm

It's looking like the 100 is going to be a must hit for me.

 

[1990's Graphite]

It's looking like the 100 is going to be a must hit for me.

I hit the 100 (Japan version last one) it was 23mm and it was perfect, think of a speed mp with a huge sweetspot and benefited isometric shape

 

[ryushen21]

I hit the 100 (Japan version last one) it was 23mm and it was perfect, think of a speed mp with a huge sweetspot and benefited isometric shape

I've been playing with the EZone 100 for the last 8 month. I just picked up a 2021 VCore 100 and I'm liking it more than the EZone. I also hit with the current 97HD and loved it but it was too underpowered for my liking. It looks like these new pro models are bridging that gap between player and tweener frames.

 

[1990's Graphite]

I've been playing with the EZone 100 for the last 8 month. I just picked up a 2021 VCore 100 and I'm liking it more than the EZone. I also hit with the current 97HD and loved it but it was too underpowered for my liking. It looks like these new pro models are bridging that gap between player and tweener frames.

Yeah that is what I liked about the japan version

VCORE PRO 100JP | RACQUETS ラケット | YONEX TENNIS ヨネックステニス

YONEX TENNIS ヨネックステニスのラケット『VCORE PRO 100JP』特徴としては、精密コントロールで放つヘビードライブ。攻撃的なボールでゲームを制する日本限定モデル。 安全・快適にご使用頂くために

www.yonex.co.jp

It was just right, power on tap and not underpowered, allows for user to enjoy on half-assed effort days and also when on song. I tried the ezone 100 also the previous green one and if that had a 23mm beam I may have contemplated switching... just for me felt a bit clunky as I love net play and touch shots e.t.c

 

[Deki]

+1
Also to keep the dampened feel, low RA?

Yes. Max 63-64 RA would be great!

 

[ryushen21]

Yes. Max 63-64 RA would be great!

I think the updates will allow them to up the the RA a little while keeping the feel softer. So you could potentially get that same low RA feel with higher RA power.

 

[Yoneyama]

Not a huge fan of the new paintjob... I am interested to see how it plays. The Duel G and 1st/2nd gen Vcore Pro lines were fairly similar, but this new Vcore Pro appears to be quite the change.

 

[rattos83]

Based on the rumors, this should be released next wednesday.

 

[ollinger]

Based on the rumors

 

[ryushen21]

Based on the rumors, this should be released next wednesday.

I had heard early September.

 

[Saitamaxpunch1]

Being teased on Yonex UK instagram now

Watch this story by YONEX UK on Instagram before it disappears.

www.instagram.com

 

[ryushen21]

Being teased on Yonex UK instagram now

Watch this story by YONEX UK on Instagram before it disappears.

www.instagram.com

Yonex Tennis put the same thing on their IG story. Looks like we'll be getting more official updates soon.

 

[rattos83]

https://mobile.twitter.com/hashtag/vcorepro

can also be found on twitter

 

[Shadowcash]

https://instagram.com/stories/yonex...urce=ig_story_item_share&utm_medium=copy_link

 

[ryushen21]

In case anyone missed the rough renders that got posted today

 

[TennisManiac]

In case anyone missed the rough renders that got posted today

That may actually be the ugliest paintjob I've ever seen.

 

[ryushen21]

That may actually be the ugliest paintjob I've ever seen.

I've seen worse. This one is actually pretty awesome and full 80s/90s nostalgia.

 

[Strayfire]

Reminds me of the bus seat covers we got on buses in the 90s.

Maybe a version of this pic with more purple, but I wouldn't be surprised if we saw the VCP 2021 PJ on a 90s bus.

 

[JGads]

That may actually be the ugliest paintjob I've ever seen.

10/10 disagree.

 

[Yoneyama]

I'm getting Yonex Super RD Tour 95 vibes.

 

[rattos83]

Yonex has started a demo program in japan:

新製品ラケットVCORE PROが手元に届く！試打できる！ 「VCORE PRO　トライアルキャンペーン」開催！

本キャンペーンの受付は終了しました。 たくさんのご応募ありがとうございました。

www.yonex.co.jp

 

[25-TENNIS]

Wow! There's an oversized 104 sq inch Vcore Pro. Also Polytour Rev will come in a new colour.

 

[taylor15]

That may actually be the ugliest paintjob I've ever seen.

10/10 disagree.

You guys are nuts, this is an awesome paint job! I mean, I wouldn’t buy it but wouldn’t mind if one of my hitting partners purchased it..

 

[JGads]

You guys are nuts, this is an awesome paint job! I mean, I wouldn’t buy it but wouldn’t mind if one of my hitting partners purchased it..

Note my "disagree". I think the paintjob is amazing.

 

[David Le]

You guys are nuts, this is an awesome paint job! I mean, I wouldn’t buy it but wouldn’t mind if one of my hitting partners purchased it..

Haha I’m probably going to demo it for fun! Looks very 90’s in which I’m all for!!

 

[CBinRVA]

Thanks Google Translate:

“Scheduled to be released in late September 2021”

 

[CosmosMpower]

In case anyone missed the rough renders that got posted today

Dude I cannot wait to get this and put my hybrid of Diadem solstice power (turqouise poly) and Diadem Evolution (deep blue mono polyamide) in this frame. Will look rad.

 

[taylor15]

Haha I’m probably going to demo it for fun! Looks very 90’s in which I’m all for!!

Yeah, definitely talking about you! Ha

 

[am1899]

I'm getting Yonex Super RD Tour 95 vibes.

Took the words right outta my mouth. I still have w a couple SRD Tour 90’s laying around. Great stick.

 

[ryushen21]

Yonex has started a demo program in japan:

新製品ラケットVCORE PROが手元に届く！試打できる！ 「VCORE PRO　トライアルキャンペーン」開催！

本キャンペーンの受付は終了しました。 たくさんのご応募ありがとうございました。

www.yonex.co.jp

If only I lived in Japan...

Wow! There's an oversized 104 sq inch Vcore Pro. Also Polytour Rev will come in a new colour.

I'm intrigued by this 104 as well. Would seem that they are directly targeting the Blade line with that offering.

Also, in case my stance was unclear, the paint job is pure awesomeness. Can't wait for these to release and pick up the 100.

 

[GummiiBear]

My shop got a set of the line and I got a chance to hold one of the HDs a little over a week ago. At the time my dude said he thought they’d start selling on the 4th but wasn’t sure. Not a fan of the paint job.

 

[ryushen21]

My shop got a set of the line and I got a chance to hold one of the HDs a little over a week ago. At the time my dude said he thought they’d start selling on the 4th but wasn’t sure. Not a fan of the paint job.

4th of August or September?

 

[Hankenstein]

If only I lived in Japan...


I'm intrigued by this 104 as well. Would seem that they are directly targeting the Blade line with that offering.

Also, in case my stance was unclear, the paint job is pure awesomeness. Can't wait for these to release and pick up the 100.

Is the 104 a Japan only version? I have heard nothing about it for Europe, but it sounds like a great option.

 

[GummiiBear]

4th of August or September?

He didn’t say, but I presume he meant August at the time.