jarcardoza
New User
Hey all,
I'm currently using a pair of 2015 Blade 98 18x20s and considering switching into another racquet.
I really like the control and stable feel at net of my Blades, but am struggling a bit to generate enough topspin to finish points from the middle of the court and keep the ball inside the baseline.
I've got a pretty flat stroke but have been making it a point to really get low to high, but have noticed my shots still have a fairly low launch angle compared to my previous racquet (Prince tour100p) which I had to switch out of because it was causing me some wrist discomfort.
I'm considering demoing the following:
Yonex DR98
Head Graphene XT Prestige Pro
Any other recommendations for a more spin-friendly, low RA racquet with a classic feel? I'm thinking something with a 16x19 string pattern, but am a little nervous about losing too much control while I'm still getting consistent with my strokes.
Context on my game:
Win a lot of points on serve, long forehand strokes, one hand backhand is a work in progress.
I'm a lefty in my early 30s playing 3.5-4.0, mostly recreational and local tournaments, generally singles.
My current string is tecnifibre nrg 17 at 53 lbs.
Thanks in advance!
I'm currently using a pair of 2015 Blade 98 18x20s and considering switching into another racquet.
I really like the control and stable feel at net of my Blades, but am struggling a bit to generate enough topspin to finish points from the middle of the court and keep the ball inside the baseline.
I've got a pretty flat stroke but have been making it a point to really get low to high, but have noticed my shots still have a fairly low launch angle compared to my previous racquet (Prince tour100p) which I had to switch out of because it was causing me some wrist discomfort.
I'm considering demoing the following:
Yonex DR98
Head Graphene XT Prestige Pro
Any other recommendations for a more spin-friendly, low RA racquet with a classic feel? I'm thinking something with a 16x19 string pattern, but am a little nervous about losing too much control while I'm still getting consistent with my strokes.
Context on my game:
Win a lot of points on serve, long forehand strokes, one hand backhand is a work in progress.
I'm a lefty in my early 30s playing 3.5-4.0, mostly recreational and local tournaments, generally singles.
My current string is tecnifibre nrg 17 at 53 lbs.
Thanks in advance!
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