Ezone 100 2025 - Spin Potential

[lphillips96]

Hi, can anyone provide any info on the spin potential of the new ezone 100? I've used a lot of rackets over the last year and I could just not find spin on the ezone 98 and I don't know why. I was able to generate more spin with the blade 18x20 for example. Ive heard the ezone 100 is more spinny and keen to try it.

I currently rotate between the Aero 98 and CX400 tour for comparisons to these rackets. Thanks

 

[Leen]

Before all the cliche people jump on saying you can generate spin with any racket and it's more technique.

I personally did not like the 100 also searching for more spin coming from the Ezone 98 7th gen.

First few shots literally went to the back fence. The power to spin/dip ratio was way worse then the ezone 98 for me.

I currently use aero 98 instead also. I can swing way more freely and get a much heavier ball than ezone 98.

I have been tempted at times to go back to the aero 100 for more forgiveness but I was not a fan of the ezone 100.

 

[thenewbig3]

Hi, can anyone provide any info on the spin potential of the new ezone 100? I've used a lot of rackets over the last year and I could just not find spin on the ezone 98 and I don't know why. I was able to generate more spin with the blade 18x20 for example. Ive heard the ezone 100 is more spinny and keen to try it.

I currently rotate between the Aero 98 and CX400 tour for comparisons to these rackets. Thanks

The EZ100 just plays like a bulkier slightly more powerful EZ98 (22 and 25) - IMHO. At peak I did find a little more spin with the EZ100 - BUT - I stuck with the EZ98 because I was able to swing out more, even when not perfectly setup and trust it.

I used identical string setups (almost) at the same spec.
22 EZ98 - Confidential 16L x Cyberflash 1.20 48x48 @ 334g / 7hl/ 324sw
22 EZ100 - Confidential 16L x Cyberflash 1.25 @ 51x51 @ 334g / 7hl / 324sw

My best guess is dont waste your time in the EZ100 since you couldn't appreciate the EZ98 in the first place.

Also I think Aero98 is a HIGH SPIN + HIGH PERFORMANCE racket - and if it works for you then its really hard to beat. I'm just not good enough for it...

 

[OverYonder]

Hi, can anyone provide any info on the spin potential of the new ezone 100? I've used a lot of rackets over the last year and I could just not find spin on the ezone 98 and I don't know why. I was able to generate more spin with the blade 18x20 for example. Ive heard the ezone 100 is more spinny and keen to try it.

I currently rotate between the Aero 98 and CX400 tour for comparisons to these rackets. Thanks

I use an EZONE 100 (2025), and while I don't think it matches the maximum topspin potential of an Aero 98, I haven't had much difficulty getting the spin I personally need as lefty whose relies on sharply angled forehands. The larger head size (compared to the 98s) and wider hoop near the top of the frame give the racket a large spin window if you brush vertically up the back of the ball buggy whip style. Power rackets kind of incentivize these vertical brushing strokes because you're already getting free depth from the stiffness/thickness of the beam. Compared to a racket like an Aero 98 which is designed to give you free topspin on strokes where you're following through across your chest/non-hitting shoulder.

For reference I've been using an EZONE since it released, and I currently string it with Toroline O-Toro Tour and ReString Sync in the mains//crosses and 52//50 lbs. I get a ton of snapback and ball bite with this strong hybird, so that does play a part in my spin generation.

 

[Oleks]

Main strings spacing on EZONE 100 is quite dense in the center of the stringbed, hence I just don't expect a lot of spin from it. VCORE 100 is much more spin-friendly, if you are really looking for heavy top-spin play. If I'd need to increase spin on EZONE 100, I'd go for spin-generating shaped polys or co-polys and would consider lowering the string tension until I find sufficient top spin level.

 

[heavyD]

You can hit topspin with any racquet but if you are looking for racquet assistance, there are better alternatives out there than the Ezone. Vcore is one if you want to stick with Yonex but any of the PA or even Extremes will afford more spin.

 

[curtstead]

I've had no issues generating top spin with the Ezone 100. Never felt it was lacking.

 

[tennisintheeighties]

My spin was amazing and heavy in ezone 98 / poly tour pro

 

[thenewbig3]

I've had no issues generating top spin with the Ezone 100. Never felt it was lacking.

My spin was amazing and heavy in ezone 98 / poly tour pro

Im pretty sure a lot of people confuse topspin and launch angle since without the launch angle its hard to see especially compared to the VCore 100.

A little effort with the racket and string setup can yield superb and versatile spin heavy string setups with the Ezone 100. A super open string pattern makes it a little harder to find a versatile setup but it is definitely possible there also.

Yes by default certain rackets will be better for certain player tendencies and also those who don't want put no effort into setup and just move the string setup from their last racket into the next one.

 

[CiscoPC600]

Before all the cliche people jump on saying you can generate spin with any racket and it's more technique.

I personally did not like the 100 also searching for more spin coming from the Ezone 98 7th gen.

First few shots literally went to the back fence. The power to spin/dip ratio was way worse then the ezone 98 for me.

I currently use aero 98 instead also. I can swing way more freely and get a much heavier ball than ezone 98.

I have been tempted at times to go back to the aero 100 for more forgiveness but I was not a fan of the ezone 100.

The EZ100 just plays like a bulkier slightly more powerful EZ98 (22 and 25) - IMHO. At peak I did find a little more spin with the EZ100 - BUT - I stuck with the EZ98 because I was able to swing out more, even when not perfectly setup and trust it.

I used identical string setups (almost) at the same spec.
22 EZ98 - Confidential 16L x Cyberflash 1.20 48x48 @ 334g / 7hl/ 324sw
22 EZ100 - Confidential 16L x Cyberflash 1.25 @ 51x51 @ 334g / 7hl / 324sw

My best guess is dont waste your time in the EZ100 since you couldn't appreciate the EZ98 in the first place.

Also I think Aero98 is a HIGH SPIN + HIGH PERFORMANCE racket - and if it works for you then its really hard to beat. I'm just not good enough for it...

I use an EZONE 100 (2025), and while I don't think it matches the maximum topspin potential of an Aero 98, I haven't had much difficulty getting the spin I personally need as lefty whose relies on sharply angled forehands. The larger head size (compared to the 98s) and wider hoop near the top of the frame give the racket a large spin window if you brush vertically up the back of the ball buggy whip style. Power rackets kind of incentivize these vertical brushing strokes because you're already getting free depth from the stiffness/thickness of the beam. Compared to a racket like an Aero 98 which is designed to give you free topspin on strokes where you're following through across your chest/non-hitting shoulder.

For reference I've been using an EZONE since it released, and I currently string it with Toroline O-Toro Tour and ReString Sync in the mains//crosses and 52//50 lbs. I get a ton of snapback and ball bite with this strong hybird, so that does play a part in my spin generation.

It sounds like all 3 of you have used both the Aero 98 and EZONE 100, what about a smaller frame with an added string creates more spin? And a heavier ball?

I'm genuinely curious. I've used both for 5 minutes tops but then have to give it back to the owner. Debating between the two, so hoping each of you could speak from personal experience as opposed to speculation or what TW says.

 

[Lee580]

It sounds like all 3 of you have used both the Aero 98 and EZONE 100, what about a smaller frame with an added string creates more spin? And a heavier ball?

I'm genuinely curious. I've used both for 5 minutes tops but then have to give it back to the owner. Debating between the two, so hoping each of you could speak from personal experience as opposed to speculation or what TW says.

Pure Aero 98 is much spinnier than Ezone 100. Not sure exactly what attributes make it so, but I think it’s definitely true. The aero also feels much more maneuverable generally speaking, with the exception being certain situations that it feels like it doesn’t want to twist into place, I guess due to the high twist weight.

Ezone 100 is clubby and chunky but the sweet spot is ridiculously huge as opposed to the pure aero 98 where the sweet spot is kind of small. You can get some spin from the Ezone, but its strength is really the flat drives to finish points. And also using the plow and big sweet spot to play defense and keep things neutral. Ezone swings like a battering ram, very stable with lots of plow.

I’m torn between both, but right now leaning towards the Ezone 100. The pure aero 98 has more variety and can be more fun, since you can generate big spin and also play somewhat flat, but I think the small sweet spot is too hard to live with when playing matches against stronger opponents. Good shots make you feel god like, but that ball you hit out of the sweet spot is a short sitter that gets gobbled up by stronger attacking opponents. Ezone is easier to stay neutral because less than perfect strikes don’t lose as much pace and depth.

 

[TheNadural]

I find the EZ100 to have much more spin than the 98. The more I play with both, the more they don’t feel like related rackets to me at all.

The 98 is fine for spin but the 100 is a spin/power/control unicorn. I don’t quite know what the identity of the 98 is. I prefer the Blade 98 16M to it whiteout 18M as control rackets with good spin.

The EZ98 is - to me - a pure power 98 racket with ok spin and control. I feel like it’s designed for the WTA - to hit flat bombs. The 100 can do everything REALLY well but isn’t the absolute best at any individual thing.

 

[Chilled]

I was an Ezone user, really liked the 98, less so the 100. I sometimes found the power of the Ezone hard to control and would hit long. As you would appear to like Yonex frames give the Vcore 98 a try. Was a much better fit for me and I find it has great spin, comfort and the extra control I needed.