From VCORE Pro 100 to VCORE Pro 97 310, HD Vcore 98, 95 or Prestige?

[nikosrf]

I currently play with Yonex VCORE Pro 100 (300gr) but recently decided that I need more mass weight and smaller head, so I decided to change it.
Even though I like vcore pro's frame more, i played vcore 98 (305 red) and my coach told me that my strokes got better and stronger and even though I didn't consider 98 in my list, now is in.
I will test VCORE Pro 310 next week though to see if it is better than vcore 98..
I also tested the new prestige. I like it very much. The feel is awesome (I like flexy feel) and I was able to cope with my son's heavy top spin easy. But feels heavy on serve. I ll give it another try.
So I read many good thinks about vcore 95 and VCORE Pro HD that feels like prestige.
I don't have the luxury of heaving many play tests so any thought would be appreciated.

 

[hurworld]

Most of these frames tend to be lower-powered as their weight increases due to increased frame flex. I think what you listed are great candidates already.

In addition to VCore 98 and VCore Pro 97 310, I'd probably suggest Ezone 98 that was just released last year.

Was the Prestige you tested the MP or Pro or Tour?

 

[Hansen]

But feels heavy on serve

if you like the prestige, stay with it. i haven´t used the vcore hd but the vcore 95 does´t feel better than the prestige mp.
also if the racquet was too heavy, just remove the plastic piece (trapdoor); that thing weights 7 gr.

 

[nikosrf]

Most of these frames tend to be lower-powered as their weight increases due to increased frame flex. I think what you listed are great candidates already.

In addition to VCore 98 and VCore Pro 97 310, I'd probably suggest Ezone 98 that was just released last year.

Was the Prestige you tested the MP or Pro or Tour?

I like thin frames, that's why I don't like Ezone (even though I know is a good one)
The Prestige wa the MP. Great but seemed to be heavier than it was.

 

[nikosrf]

if you like the prestige, stay with it. i haven´t used the vcore hd but the vcore 95 does´t feel better than the prestige mp.
also if the racquet was too heavy, just remove the plastic piece (trapdoor); that thing weights 7 gr.

You mean the plastic above the grommets?
WOW

 

[fox]

I currently play with Yonex VCORE Pro 100 (300gr) but recently decided that I need more mass weight and smaller head, so I decided to change it.
Even though I like vcore pro's frame more, i played vcore 98 (305 red) and my coach told me that my strokes got better and stronger and even though I didn't consider 98 in my list, now is in.
I will test VCORE Pro 310 next week though to see if it is better than vcore 98..
I also tested the new prestige. I like it very much. The feel is awesome (I like flexy feel) and I was able to cope with my son's heavy top spin easy. But feels heavy on serve. I ll give it another try.
So I read many good thinks about vcore 95 and VCORE Pro HD that feels like prestige.
I don't have the luxury of heaving many play tests so any thought would be appreciated.

In fact the problem is 2 sq inches is impossible to tell difference but vcore 98 is thicker frame that’s why you played better. Because it has more power than vcore pro 100. What level are u?

 

[nikosrf]

In fact the problem is 2 sq inches is impossible to tell difference but vcore 98 is thicker frame that’s why you played better. Because it has more power than vcore pro 100. What level are u?

Yes I know. but Feld stiffer. I also played better with Prestige that has thin frame - and the feel was exceptional. you feel the ball sitting on the string.
My level is 4-4.5

Tomorrow I will hit with VCORE Pro 310
and I will try to get for test the Wilson Blade 98 18x20 v7

 

[Lorenn]

Yes I know. but Feld stiffer. I also played better with Prestige that has thin frame - and the feel was exceptional. you feel the ball sitting on the string.
My level is 4-4.5

Tomorrow I will hit with VCORE Pro 310
and I will try to get for test the Wilson Blade 98 18x20 v7

Likely you should stay with Yonex they are exceptional racquets. Ones I would try...My guess is you are looking for more control and precision.

Head Gravity Pro might be worth testing. 11.7 ounces. Of course the head size is not reduced, but the extra strings help. It has a nice feel like the Prestige MP.
Head Radical Line would be interesting, but the new racquets don't come out until early next year

 

[Hansen]

You mean the plastic above the grommets?
WOW

no, the plastic piece in the buttcap. sw stays the same but 7gr less static weight

 

[nikosrf]

Likely you should stay with Yonex they are exceptional racquets. Ones I would try...My guess is you are looking for more control and precision.

Head Gravity Pro might be worth testing. 11.7 ounces. Of course the head size is not reduced, but the extra strings help. It has a nice feel like the Prestige MP.
Head Radical Line would be interesting, but the new racquets don't come out until early next year

I would like to stay in Yonex as I play many years with different sticks.
I should try Gravity too. Thanks

 

[zipplock]

VCPro 97 310 is a great racquet, takes weight easily. Upper hoop is soft.
Prestige Pro (Graphene Touch) is very similar to VCPro 97 310 but stiffer in the hoop and just smaller at 95".

Both are excellent racquets.

 

[GabeFSU]

I enjoy playing rackets in this spec range a lot and have hit over 1 year w iterations of Prestige MP, Head Radical MP, Vcore Pro 310 and currently Vcore98. All are great sticks!

Prestige MP: best feel when I get racket in position, but a little sluggish and tougher defensively;
Head Radical MP: best maneuverability. great all around but can get pushed around by heavy hitters 4.5+;
Vcore Pro 310: had the feel of Prestige & maneuverability of the Radical, BUT I had trouble getting depth on my shots when late/defensive;
Vcore98: Great all around stick, but I miss a tad more maneuverability on serve. Hits a heavy ball w tons of spin, but I get less angles on serve and tendency to go a tad long on serve.

I am currently demoing sticks with a tad more maneuverability as my game tends to go as my serve goes. I MAY stick with the Vcore98 as it has been great for a year, but here are the challengers and thoughts so far:

Ezone98: a tad more maneuverable gets me more serve angles, but may be at expense of some serve heaviness. more defined sweet spot has off center shots feeling different and a tad short as compared to VC98 which has a more consistent stringbed due to even spacing vs ezone having tight middle patterned 16x19;

Babolat Pure Drive '21: Maneuverability I love and nothing seems to serve better. Question is will the stiffness bother me and can I keep the ball in the court on rallies with hybrid string setup and proper technique.

Ezone100: seems specs are right in line w Pure Drive but slightly better control/feel and the Yonex quality I have grown to appreciate. It may have a tad less free power, but need to properly demo before I make up my mind.

Happy to hear what others who also enjoy this spec range think?!!

 

[nikosrf]

VCPro 97 310 is a great racquet, takes weight easily. Upper hoop is soft.
Prestige Pro (Graphene Touch) is very similar to VCPro 97 310 but stiffer in the hoop and just smaller at 95".

Both are excellent racquets.

I will hit with the new VCPro 310 tomorrow and I will comment my impressions

 

[nikosrf]

I enjoy playing rackets in this spec range a lot and have hit over 1 year w iterations of Prestige MP, Head Radical MP, Vcore Pro 310 and currently Vcore98. All are great sticks!

Prestige MP: best feel when I get racket in position, but a little sluggish and tougher defensively;
Head Radical MP: best maneuverability. great all around but can get pushed around by heavy hitters 4.5+;
Vcore Pro 310: had the feel of Prestige & maneuverability of the Radical, BUT I had trouble getting depth on my shots when late/defensive;
Vcore98: Great all around stick, but I miss a tad more maneuverability on serve. Hits a heavy ball w tons of spin, but I get less angles on serve and tendency to go a tad long on serve.

I am currently demoing sticks with a tad more maneuverability as my game tends to go as my serve goes. I MAY stick with the Vcore98 as it has been great for a year, but here are the challengers and thoughts so far:

Ezone98: a tad more maneuverable gets me more serve angles, but may be at expense of some serve heaviness. more defined sweet spot has off center shots feeling different and a tad short as compared to VC98 which has a more consistent stringbed due to even spacing vs ezone having tight middle patterned 16x19;

Babolat Pure Drive '21: Maneuverability I love and nothing seems to serve better. Question is will the stiffness bother me and can I keep the ball in the court on rallies with hybrid string setup and proper technique.

Ezone100: seems specs are right in line w Pure Drive but slightly better control/feel and the Yonex quality I have grown to appreciate. It may have a tad less free power, but need to properly demo before I make up my mind.

Happy to hear what others who also enjoy this spec range think?!!

Lorenn propose Head Gravity Pro and I consider this one too. For more maneuverability I would try Gravity Tour aw all the comments say that is like Pro but more maneuverable

 

[nikosrf]

I hit with VCore Pro 310. The feel was very nice when hit the sweet spot but I felt the upper hoop been too soft. Low in power and less control than the other two.
I also tried Vcore 95 SV and found it exceptional..
Has anyone hit with the new Vcore 95 (red)? what's the different between those two? (SV and red)

So far Vcore 95SV and Prestige are on top of my list. I am waiting to hit with the HD

 

[Hansen]

Has anyone hit with the new Vcore 95 (red)? what's the different between those two? (SV and red)

owned the vcore 95, but only demoed the sv, so take the comparison with a grain of salt.
biggest difference is the vcore 95 felt better, not as brassy and hollow (relatively) as the sv.

 

[nikosrf]

How about power?

 

[Hansen]

How about power?

not sure, played the sv too long ago, but since the vcore was softer i doubt that it has more power.

 

[nikosrf]

Is stability ok in 95?

 

[Hansen]

i didn´t have issues with the stability in stock form and i´m used to 12oz 330sw sticks, but i also don´t seek maximum stability.
i prefer a slightly unstable but comfortable frame (if you mishit) than a rocksolid and uncomfortable one. but the vcore had the stability that i expected, based on the specs.

 

[nikosrf]

Update..
I bought an HD, a used 95SV and a bargain new Dunlop CX200 tour 18x20
after some tests, I currently play HD @ 46lbs with Babolat RPM and a leather grip -- I will try to add 2g at 12 to try to stop some vibrations from the upper hoop -- also I will try hyper G
I add about 6gr on 95SV and currently have it strung @51lbs with RPM -- next up I will have it strung @46 to open up the sweet spot
I played twice with CX200 in stock, strung @46lbs with wilson revolve, but definitely needs weight to perform..I didn't like the feel.

 

[Regord]

I hit with VCore Pro 310. The feel was very nice when hit the sweet spot but I felt the upper hoop been too soft. Low in power and less control than the other two.
I also tried Vcore 95 SV and found it exceptional..
Has anyone hit with the new Vcore 95 (red)? what's the different between those two? (SV and red)

So far Vcore 95SV and Prestige are on top of my list. I am waiting to hit with the HD

less control than which two? Vcore 95SV and Prestige?

 

[nikosrf]

less control than which two? Vcore 95SV and Prestige?

yes correct. Not by far but prestige is 18x20 and SV95 16x20.

 

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[GabeFSU]

I currently play with Yonex VCORE Pro 100 (300gr) but recently decided that I need more mass weight and smaller head, so I decided to change it.
Even though I like vcore pro's frame more, i played vcore 98 (305 red) and my coach told me that my strokes got better and stronger and even though I didn't consider 98 in my list, now is in.
I will test VCORE Pro 310 next week though to see if it is better than vcore 98..
I also tested the new prestige. I like it very much. The feel is awesome (I like flexy feel) and I was able to cope with my son's heavy top spin easy. But feels heavy on serve. I ll give it another try.
So I read many good thinks about vcore 95 and VCORE Pro HD that feels like prestige.
I don't have the luxury of heaving many play tests so any thought would be appreciated.

What did you finally decide? I have been playing w/ Vcore 98 for 3 years, but miss feel of Prestige and maneuverability of the Radical. Tried the Extreme Tour but it bothered my arm and now trying the Ezone 98 (although I prefer a thinner beam).

I have gone back and forth amongst some of these frames and realizing there is no holy grail...to gain some positives I must give in other areas hoping to end up with the best stick for ME.

 

[Torps]

What did you finally decide? I have been playing w/ Vcore 98 for 3 years, but miss feel of Prestige and maneuverability of the Radical. Tried the Extreme Tour but it bothered my arm and now trying the Ezone 98 (although I prefer a thinner beam).

I have gone back and forth amongst some of these frames and realizing there is no holy grail...to gain some positives I must give in other areas hoping to end up with the best stick for ME.

Vcore pro 100 with a leather grip

 

[nikosrf]

Vcore pro 100 with a leather grip

I finally tried the new Vcore pro 310 and liked it. The latest frame is wider so the power and some stability that missed from the previous version are here now. Playing with it for almost a year now and still happy