Any racket recommendations for similar feel to Wilson Ultra Tour 2.0?

[Yaam]

Hi, I loved the feel of the Wilson Ultra Tour 2.0 barring the 18x20 string pattern.
That is what drives me crazy about the racket. Are there any rackets that are similar, old and new, with a 16x19 string pattern.

 

[Anton]

Blade Pro is very similar, only slightly crisper.

Comes in more open 16x19 too.

 

[taylor15]

Hi, I loved the feel of the Wilson Ultra Tour 2.0 barring the 18x20 string pattern.
That is what drives me crazy about the racket. Are there any rackets that are similar, old and new, with a 16x19 string pattern.

Wilson Ultra Pro 16x19. Same frame, open pattern.

 

[smithie]

Wilson Ultra Pro 16x19. Same frame, open pattern.

I wouldn't say there is a huge difference between the two string patterns mind you apart from a slightly higher launch angle with the 16x19. If you didn't like the 18x20 I wouldn't expect the 16x19 to solve the issue!

 

[Dragy]

Dunlop CX200 is a contender
Yonex VCORE Pro 97 310g
Prince Phantom 97P

Some of those might be too flexible though.

Head Extreme Tour - very good control + spin-friendly option.
Prestige Pro is not too stiff and 16x19, though not much love on here. Radical Pro - more appreciated, current Gen is thin-beam moderately stiff 16x19.

I suppose you are into customization if you like Ultra Tour, so will have no issues fine-tuning these sticks.

Yeah, and Blade 98 of course.

 

[taylor15]

I wouldn't say there is a huge difference between the two string patterns mind you apart from a slightly higher launch angle with the 16x19. If you didn't like the 18x20 I wouldn't expect the 16x19 to solve the issue!

This is true, to the point that I have accidentally went from 16x19 to 18x20 Ultra Pro in a match. I popped a string and just grabbed from my bag. Obviously I noticed on the first hit but played with it bc I didn’t want to change again mid game. I do find the 16x19 to provide just enough extra launch to help win though

 

[smithie]

This is true, to the point that I have accidentally went from 16x19 to 18x20 Ultra Pro in a match. I popped a string and just grabbed from my bag. Obviously I noticed on the first hit but played with it bc I didn’t want to change again mid game. I do find the 16x19 to provide just enough extra launch to help win though

Ye I agree, I can happily switch mid-match between both string patterns and after the first couple of balls feel perfectly dialled back in again.

@Yaam - what are you actually looking to change/improve from the UT? That will help to suggest potential alternatives.

 

[taylor15]

Prestige Pro is not too stiff and 16x19, though not much love on here.

This is a very solid and fun frame. I have the GTPP and the PP360+. Great sticks and very similar indeed. I just prefer the ultras slightly more

 

[AmericanTwist]

lower the tension. I have no problem hitting with spin even with a 18x20 pattern. I'm also using syn gut.