Anyone play with a black bear?

[Notirouswithag]

Oh, that is sad. I haven’t even tried bear claw yet and have a pack.

give it a try and let us know what you think.

I(as well as a few other people) are in talks with Dan about keeping Black Bear floating, but as of now its still on going

 

[drummerdan]

Everyone, I've actually taken care of my situation that lead to the potential shutdown and Black Bear is still open. As a matter of fact, I'm going to be introducing more strings in 2019. Full stream ahead!

 

[drummerdan]

Got the email and unfortunate that you have to close down Black Bear Tennis @drummerdan - best of luck to you in whatever you decide to pursue in life.

Saw that email as well.

I appreciate your passion that you put into this lifestyle. Wishing you well on your next adventure. @drummerdan

Oh, that is sad. I haven’t even tried bear claw yet and have a pack.

Nope. I'm still running! Look for new things in 2019!

The store is still up and will stay up! Also looking for player sponsorships as well as partners (stringers, pros, teachers, etc).

 

[LocNetMonster]

I emailed him back about potentially stepping in for the process
Waiting to hear back.

Was considering doing the same thing. DM me if you want to look at partnering up.

 

[Notirouswithag]

just updaying and letting people know we are moving full steam ahead!

got my playtest sample in the mail, its another 17g i think(could be 16), but good things coming ahead!

 

[dr. godmode]

Edit: double post for some reason posts were hidden so it looked like the last post was the they were closing up.

 

[topspn]

Tried Bear Claw for around 15 mins and it was comfy, responsive and the feel was good. I didn’t want to try a setup i’m not familiar with in a USTA match. I’ll devote more time to hitting with it tomorrow.

 

[Notirouswithag]

Tried Bear Claw for around 15 mins and it was comfy, responsive and the feel was good. I didn’t want to try a setup i’m not familiar with in a USTA match. I’ll devote more time to hitting with it tomorrow.

what tension and racquet did you use it in?

I've used it im quite a few different racquets and its comfy and responsive in all from a wide range of tensions

 

[topspn]

what tension and racquet did you use it in?

I've used it im quite a few different racquets and its comfy and responsive in all from a wide range of tensions

Angell TC95 @48lbs. My normal string is Tier 1 Black Night which I also string up @48lbs.

 

[Notirouswithag]

good to know, ive strung it as low.as 51 and as high.as 57.

i just strung my dads blade 104 with t nxt 17g/bear claw combo at 60/44 and he said the claw was fantastic.

prior to that he was using nxt/isospeed cream 17/16g

 

[djNEiGht]

Angell TC95 @48lbs. My normal string is Tier 1 Black Night which I also string up @48lbs.

similar racquet/string/tension specs

 

[topspn]

similar racquet/string/tension specs

Yes, I have 3 matched TC95s so i can experiment with 1 frame with strings

 

[drummerdan]

Not closing down. As a matter of fact, look for the new Black Bear Tennis Official thread coming soon!

 

[haqq777]

just updaying and letting people know we are moving full steam ahead!

Cool. I playtested one recently as well and gave my review last week. Are you a part of ownership with Dan or just playtesting?

 

[djNEiGht]

Yes, I have 3 matched TC95s so i can experiment with 1 frame with strings

I meant that we have somewhat similar specs in tennis frames and tension.

 

[Notirouswithag]

Cool. I playtested one recently as well and gave my review last week. Are you a part of ownership with Dan or just playtesting?

im on board with Dan, were moving full steam ahead coming up with things for 2019

also keep an eye out for a blackbeartennisofficial acciunt where everything up and coming for blackbear will be discussed

 

[jwocky]

Not closing down. As a matter of fact, look for the new Black Bear Tennis Official thread coming soon!

im on board with Dan, were moving full steam ahead coming up with things for 2019 also keep an eye out for a blackbeartennisofficial acciunt where everything up and coming for blackbear will be discussed

Suggestion:
When the Black Bear Tennis Official account/thread becomes operational I think it would help to note all TT members with a direct interest in the company (and to keep that list updated). Thank you.

 

[Notirouswithag]

just waiting for TW admin to get back to us with our account info!

 

[Notirouswithag]

Suggestion:
When the Black Bear Tennis Official account/thread becomes operational I think it would help to note all TT members with a direct interest in the company (and to keep that list updated). Thank you.

thanks for the suggestion, will keep that in mind!

 

[Johnny505]

Currently playing with a polar bear, have yet to try black

 

[topspn]

Hit with bear claw this morning for a couple of hours. Nice string that has an elastic soft feel to it and does provide some very good spin. It hits with good consistency and had no trouble at all adapting on serve. The elastic nature does give it some spring so it does have some pop for a poly but control is still good.

 

[Notirouswithag]

Hit with bear claw this morning for a couple of hours. Nice string that has an elastic soft feel to it and does provide some very good spin. It hits with good consistency and had no trouble at all adapting on serve. The elastic nature does give it some spring so it does have some pop for a poly but control is still good.

glad to hear it. keep us updated on your experience with the tension loss

 

[Deleted member 763849]

Hit with bear claw this morning for a couple of hours. Nice string that has an elastic soft feel to it and does provide some very good spin. It hits with good consistency and had no trouble at all adapting on serve. The elastic nature does give it some spring so it does have some pop for a poly but control is still good.

Excellent! This is exactly what we wanted for this first string in our lineup.