Anybody still using a "Classic" racket (1990s and earlier) as their main racket?

[Ronaldo]

Congratulations you have rediscovered the holly grail, if you have fallen deeply for that feel then you will be sadly disappointed by the current models that are available. Stock up on grommets and look after those treasures and when you honestly feel that you are finally to old and slow to effectively wield them you should generate enough income from selling them to fund a quite comfortable retirement in the Bahamas.

Still own and use the Big Four:
Wilson PS 6.0 85
Head Prestige Classic 600
Dunlop Max200G
POG mid

Head XRC
Wilson Ultra FPK 85 & 95

 

[AleYeah]

Congratulations you have rediscovered the holly grail, if you have fallen deeply for that feel then you will be sadly disappointed by the current models that are available. Stock up on grommets and look after those treasures and when you honestly feel that you are finally to old and slow to effectively wield them you should generate enough income from selling them to fund a quite comfortable retirement in the Bahamas.

Holy cow, just took a peek at listings on the big auction site... I had no idea!

The sticks are definitely in need of a little TLC... sounds like it’ll be worth it.

 

[USMC-615]

I occasionally still hit with a Kennex Golden Ace, Kennex Black Ace, Dunlop Black Max, and some old Donnay’s and Yamaha’s from the late 70’s/early 80’s. Still hit with a Jack Kramer Pro Staff every now and then. Just like hitting with ‘em…it ain’t like the racquets of today are gonna be a game changing deal and turn pro next month. Lol

 

[Ronaldo]

Run what you brung

Wish I could still run a Fischer Vacuum Pro Classic 90, just not worthy

 

[Vcore89]

Still own [but seldom use except for the K-Factor and Vcore 89s] a couple of PS85s, most iterations of the PS 90s [exceptions: nCode and BLX], MP Tour 1, RDX 500 mid, RDS001, RDS100, Vcore Tour 89, and most every Prestiges [mids, except Flexpoint and Youtek]. Quite a few hand-me-downs wood Donnays [in storage].

 

[Ronaldo]

Still own [but seldom use except for the K-Factor and Vcore 89s] a couple of PS85s, most iterations of the PS 90s [exceptions: nCode and BLX], MP Tour 1, RDX 500 mid, RDS001, RDS100, Vcore Tour 89, and most every Prestiges [mids, except Flexpoint and Youtek]. Quite a few hand-me-downs wood Donnays [in storage].

Still have the RDX 500HD, mid & mp. New mp purchased from TW classifieds!

 

[Vcore89]

Still have the RDX 500HD, mid & mp. New mp purchased from TW classifieds!

RDX 500HD is the odd one coming from Yonex at the time that I never had the opportunity to play with; was offered $25 a couple months ago for a relatively new-looking stick that I declined [I prefer Yonex's 16 x 18 and 16 x 20s (mids only)].

 

[Ronaldo]

RDX 500HD is the odd one coming from Yonex at the time that I never had the opportunity to play with; was offered $25 a couple months ago for a relatively new-looking stick that I declined [I prefer Yonex's 16 x 18 and 16 x 20s (mids only)].

Actually prefer the SRD-90 & 95. Yonex also had some monster XL racquets in the 90s

 

[Vcore89]

Actually prefer the SRD-90 & 95. Yonex also had some monster XL racquets in the 90s

I never had a Super RD Tour 90; precursor to the MP1 Tour.

 

[Ronaldo]

I never had a Super RD Tour 90; precursor to the MP1 Tour.

Still have a pr of Super RD Tour 95. Low-powered but saved my elbow

 

[Ronaldo]

I never had a Super RD Tour 90; precursor to the MP1 Tour.

Heavy racquet IMHO

 

[rrepp]

Still play with my Head Trisys 300. 600cm. suspension grip. I also sometimes still play with my Pro Staff 6.0 95. Made in Taiwan version. Both still working fine! Me, on the other hand....not what I once was

 

[Ronaldo]

Still play with my Head Trisys 300. 600cm. suspension grip. I also sometimes still play with my Pro Staff 6.0 95. Made in Taiwan version. Both still working fine! Me, on the other hand....not what I once was

Still have a few of those racquets. Had a pr. of the Prestige Classic XL without the CAP grommets. Were only 27.25"????? long

 

[Vcore89]

Heavy racquet IMHO

I got no problem with heavy, mine are weighted at around 363 +/- 2 grams. What strings you slap onto them Super RDs?

 

[Vcore89]

Still have a few of those racquets. Had a pr. of the Prestige Classic XL without the CAP grommets. Were only 27.25"????? long

Can't find CAP grommets from TW?

 

[vsbabolat]

Can't find CAP grommets from TW?

Only these clear grommets are available

Head YOUTEK IG Prestige Mid Grommet | Tennis Warehouse

www.tennis-warehouse.com

 

[Ronaldo]

I got no problem with heavy, mine are weighted at around 363 +/- 2 grams. What strings you slap onto them Super RDs?

Prince Velocity. Put that S in everything

 

[Ronaldo]

Can't find CAP grommets from TW?

Came without CAPs. Left the same way

 

[Frankc]

Still gaze at a MIA Fischer Vacuum 90 - always in my bag. As the years pass, I just string with thin gut, lower and lower.
Still perfect for non-comp mixed and hitting the wall... Precision and control and that FEEL...

 

[Stein]

Head Graphite Tour 660

 

[-Kap-]

These aren't the original Austrian-made model, but do I sortakindamaybe get honorary mention?

 

[Ronaldo]

These aren't the original Austrian-made model, but do I sortakindamaybe get honorary mention?

Impressive! Only have five left today

 

[Juggernauts]

Fischer MPro No.1 105 UL

 

[michael valek]

Max200g. Any current string recommendations which go well with it?

 

[Frankc]

On the Max 200G - I like the softer Technifibre multis for dynamic feel and power - TGV or NRG2.... Enjoy...

 

[Ronaldo]

On the Max 200G - I like the softer Technifibre multis for dynamic feel and power - TGV or NRG2.... Enjoy...

Thin gauge?

 

[Frankc]

No, for me, thicker 16G has more feel and rebound... But I do not string tight, not at all....

 

[coachrick]

Max200g. Any current string recommendations which go well with it?

For my personal use(or that of a client who agreed), I'd leave out two mains and the top cross, making all the mains parallel(instead of that "woodie" look).

 

[michael valek]

What tensions for multi? 17/18kg?

 

[coachrick]

What tensions for multi? 17/18kg?

If that's not a typo, I'd say you're a little low...maybe 22-24 for anything soft-ish.

 

[DTA Dropshots]

Head Graphite Director, Head TXP Pro & Yonex R-7

 

[galain]

I haven't played a lot in a while but the first stick out of my bag is usually my PT630. If I'm feeling strong and moving my feet well, I'll pull out my Völkl C10 as well because it feels so good. When I'm allowed back to Australia for a visit I'm shipping the rest of my collection to myself and the first thing I'll regrip and string is my C7 Comp. It's been years but I want to get that back on court too.

I also have an RDX500 90 in my bag ready to go when I want something more modern feeling .

My last time on court I used my Rossi F300 - man that was sweet and I played a lot better than I expected to. Might be the first out of my bag the next time I have a hit.

 

[Ronaldo]

I haven't played a lot in a while but the first stick out of my bag is usually my PT630. If I'm feeling strong and moving my feet well, I'll pull out my Völkl C10 as well because it feels so good. When I'm allowed back to Australia for a visit I'm shipping the rest of my collection to myself and the first thing I'll regrip and string is my C7 Comp. It's been years but I want to get that back on court too.

I also have an RDX500 90 in my bag ready to go when I want something more modern feeling .
Volkl C7 Comp is the black & red racquet?

 

[coachrick]

My Volkl 9 and 10 series sticks would be first out of the bag. (BUT, it's been so long, I might have to use My Darling's V-1 m+ instead!!! )

 

[Ronaldo]

My Volkl 9 and 10 series sticks would be first out of the bag. (BUT, it's been so long, I might have to use My Darling's V-1 m+ instead!!! )

Just picked out my yellow 2012 C-10 for dubs tomorrow,

ps Along with a Catapult V1 OS

 

[Deleted member 732864]

Wilson 2.7 Profile 95 checking in.

Wow - that thing is a beast

 

[coachrick]

Just picked out my yellow 2012 C-10 for dubs tomorrow,

ps Along with a Catapult V1 OS

Both ends of the spectrum....covered!!!

 

[galain]

@Ronaldo - yep, that's the one.

 

[Ronaldo]

@Ronaldo - yep, that's the one.

Had a pr. Needed/need to pare down my collection

 

[chrischris]

I currently use PC 600 XLs strung with 17 gauge TF Xone biphase at 49 lbs.
Lead at 3 and 9 and under the Balmforth calfskin Grip.
Sweet plough..

 

[goodracket]

I still play with the Pro Kennex 7G. I think it is close to 25 years now. Faintly remember it was introduced in the 90s.

 

[goodracket]

I occasionally still hit with a Kennex Golden Ace, Kennex Black Ace, Dunlop Black Max, and some old Donnay’s and Yamaha’s from the late 70’s/early 80’s. Still hit with a Jack Kramer Pro Staff every now and then. Just like hitting with ‘em…it ain’t like the racquets of today are gonna be a game changing deal and turn pro next month. Lol

I had played with all those.

Currently playing with the Pro Kennex 7G. Do you remember when the 5G and 7G were introduced?

 

[Ronaldo]

I currently use PC 600 XLs strung with 17 gauge TF Xone biphase at 49 lbs.
Lead at 3 and 9 and under the Balmforth calfskin Grip.
Sweet plough..

CAPp'd?

 

[Ronaldo]

I had played with all those.

Currently playing with the Pro Kennex 7G. Do you remember when the 5G and 7G were introduced?

Have a couple 10G, mp is over 15 oz, OS is normal weight.

 

[USMC-615]

Have a couple 10G, mp is over 15 oz, OS is normal weight.

10G…got a pic of such animal?

 

[Ronaldo]

10G…got a pic of such animal?

A Kodachrome moment!

 

[CHillTennis]

I'm currently playing with the Head Microgel Radical Pro (which were released in 2008.)

Great racquet! I've been using it almost exclusively for the past 12 years.

 

[Ronaldo]

I'm currently playing with the Head Microgel Radical Pro (which were released in 2008.)

Great racquet! I've been using it almost exclusively for the past 12 years.

May whip out my Wilson Ultra, only 42 yrs old Monday

 

[chrischris]

On the Max 200G - I like the softer Technifibre multis for dynamic feel and power - TGV or NRG2.... Enjoy...

Good call. Or VS gut ☺️

 

[chrischris]

CAPp'd?

Yes!!