Gravity Tour Auxetic Lovers

[NickJ]

Sweet frame. Would you go for underspec gpro or just gtour?. Am still debating, tried the gpro with 335sw. Used to own a gtour 360+. I have to say i liked the gpro aux feeling alot.

For me, I'm really liking the Tour.

 

[ulunxtns]

For me, I'm really liking the Tour.

My tour came with a decent swingweight strung 320, but the strung balance with overgrip is almost 34cm. I think it's bad QC, I need to add a leather grip plus some weight in the handle to make it more HL, it ends up like 345g, too heavy for me.

 

[dr325i]

@dr325i

Love gut/poly in the Gravity Tour - out of interest what tension are you using?

16g gut mains @54 (15%)
17g Hawk Rough crosses @48 (5%)

 

[Vaust]

My tour came with a decent swingweight strung 320, but the strung balance with overgrip is almost 34cm. I think it's bad QC, I need to add a leather grip plus some weight in the handle to make it more HL, it ends up like 345g, too heavy for me.

Omg what a luck.

 

[dr325i]

I tried a kFactor Blade years & years ago. Didn't like it. Might have been the strings in it but wasn't for me. Never touched one since!

The kBlade was and still is my favorite blade to date. It is slightly stiffer than the latest versions, however, thinner beam was great on that frame.
The Gravity Tour is a very different frame from the KB98. Plusher, more powerful, larger sweet spot, more spin…

 

[NickJ]

The kBlade was and still is my favorite blade to date. It is slightly stiffer than the latest versions, however, thinner beam was great on that frame.
The Gravity Tour is a very different frame from the KB98. Plusher, more powerful, larger sweet spot, more spin…

I agree, I get that the kBlade is totally different to the Grav Tour, just that my experience all those years ago hasn't put me off the Blade, just not had the opportunity or burning desire to use one again! I don't think anyone at my club uses a Blade of any generation for me to try now. It may be that as our club is sponsored by Head we get discount on racquets, clothing, shoes etc, but I bought my Grav Tour from somewhere else as had a good deal. In our club I'd probably guess it's 50 - 60% Head users, with the balance made up of mainly Babolats and a few of those awful Ti26 things (from our elderly members), but no Blades . . . !

 

[Kozzy]

I managed to get my hands on a couple of these, and really love them! Only have a couple sets in, but I look forward to hitting them again. The feel is just awesome. Bravo, Head!

 

[powerrangers]

I know this is the thread for the new version, but i recently picked up a cheap old version Gravity Tour, i am a long time weighted up Wilson Pro Staff 97 user. I was looking for something less stiff with more comfort. The Gravity had a lot more forgiveness and I can get a lot more balls back in play, my forehand feels like it is a lot more consistent and I love the flexy feeling.
What I am really struggling is with my OHBH and Slice, with the Pro Staff it was a weapon for me low nice driving slices and heavy deep OHBH. With the Gravity Tour it almost feels like the flex is killing all power, slice are poppping up and floating, i also struggle to get depth on the OHBH.
Anyone else had the issue when switching over from a stiffer racquet? I love this racquet from the get go forehand side , backhand is just not working for me.

 

[Deleted member 775108]

I know this is the thread for the new version, but i recently picked up a cheap old version Gravity Tour, i am a long time weighted up Wilson Pro Staff 97 user. I was looking for something less stiff with more comfort. The Gravity had a lot more forgiveness and I can get a lot more balls back in play, my forehand feels like it is a lot more consistent and I love the flexy feeling.
What I am really struggling is with my OHBH and Slice, with the Pro Staff it was a weapon for me low nice driving slices and heavy deep OHBH. With the Gravity Tour it almost feels like the flex is killing all power, slice are poppping up and floating, i also struggle to get depth on the OHBH.
Anyone else had the issue when switching over from a stiffer racquet? I love this racquet from the get go forehand side , backhand is just not working for me.

I used 48 lbs 17g and 50 lbs 17L gauge shaped mains and round crosses at - 330g / 6HL / 320sw

The PS97 is a stiffer more powerful open open pattern racquet. So go lower tension and/or higher swingweight or both with a thinner string

What string setup did you go with? Also pay attention to your point of contact on the racquet especially if its a low swingweight unit...

 

[EggSalad]

I spent some time with the pro and the tour(v1) yesterday. Here's what were readily apparent:
The power level is definitely higher on the Tour. I have both the Pro and Tour weighted nearly the same, so it's not weight alone that is in effect here.
The Tour, even though the stringbed looks the same, has more spin. Same strings, same tension. It's odd to me that this is so. Maybe it's due to the Tour being a touch more head light is all I can guess.
Usually a heavier version of the same stringbed gets me more spin. So I found this odd. So there's something else to it.
The grommets definitely are slightly different on the Pro, but there's nothing starke between the two. They both have 14 parallel ports each side, and the strings line up when placed atop one another.
The feel is very different. It's hard to describe. I would maybe say the Tour feels more 'modern' and the Pro feels more 'old school'. Both at 340g are solid. But the Pro feels more classical in how it flexes. Oddly, though the design is less Blade-like than the Tour, the Pro reminds me of my old nBlade much more so(but the nBlade has more control).
My guess is the hoop on the Tour is slightly more firm. This might also explain the spin.
The pro slices better, but only when you want to keep it low and slow. If you want to chip it hard or hit a deep, fast, penetrating slice, the Tour does it better. This could be due solely to the power or less flex, or just my technique.
Feel is close between the two for drop shots, but the Pro definitely comes out on top.
The biggest difference is on backhands. I normally use a one hander, but I grew up playing two hands before HS, where a coach switched me, so I can play both when I want to.
On the one hander, the Tour is markedly better. At 340g, it is still slightly more head light than the Pro, and has a stiffer hoop, both make spin and power easier. Still, I could hit flat when I needed to.
On the two hander, the rock solid feel of the Pro, with it's penchant for flatter hitting, seems to produce a better ball there, and a better feel too.
But this could just be me having difficulty placing spin with the Pro using my one hander. A stronger player might not feel this way.
The SW is definitely noticeably higher on the Pro even at the same weight. There is just more in the hoop.
I would imagine they would be closer if I used a thinner gauge in the pro.
Anyone suggest a powerful, thin, poly?

Wilson Revolve 1.25 is quite powerful. I loved that string in my 2021 Gravity Pros.

 

[powerrangers]

I used 48 lbs 17g and 50 lbs 17L gauge shaped mains and round crosses at - 330g / 6HL / 320sw

The PS97 is a stiffer more powerful open open pattern racquet. So go lower tension and/or higher swingweight or both with a thinner string

What string setup did you go with? Also pay attention to your point of contact on the racquet especially if its a low swingweight unit...

thanks i strung up Hyper G at 50lb. I was thinking of adding a bit of weight to the head.

 

[sureshs]

I always read it as Autistic

 

[powerrangers]

anyone ever added lead to the throat on the Tour?

 

[cmendez79]

I do, i have 2 grams, one at each side.

 

[WYK]

Wilson Revolve 1.25 is quite powerful. I loved that string in my 2021 Gravity Pros.

I put RPM Blast 125 on top of Prince XR 130 at 20X19kg and it actually is a bit too powerful at the moment. Or maybe a bit too sloppy for me and not stiff enough?
I just could not control it. But I think if I give it another 2kg in tension, I may be there.
It's odd, because the opposite set up acts entirely differently - way stiff and lower powered and all control.

Having said it, I am living with Lynx 125 on top of RPM rough in my Tours rather well. 21X19.5kg there. I may go up in tension just a tad as the weather is getting warmer.

My Tours are weighted up to nearly the same as my Pro. 337g, 4 inch strips of lead at 10 and 2, 2 over grips on top of TK82 pallets for some shape.

I also have a Gravity MP en route as well to try out.

 

[powerrangers]

I do, i have 2 grams, one at each side.

how did it feel after you made the change?

 

[WYK]

OK, so stringing the Pro with MSV 118 focus Hex at 51X48lbs made a huge difference. Spin is about like a Tour and the weight is down a bit. Great feel, too.

 

[Spoonerie]

I’ve been hitting with the Gravity Tour (Auxetic) for a week now and really like the frame. Amazing layup (plush with a great feedback), great size sweet spot.
Mine are 27.1” (though, such a soft frame that the guy in the mains “squashed” it to 27” when strung). 336g strung with overgrip, 332SW, 31.8cm strung balance, gut/Hawk rough setup.
Love the 18x20 string pattern and control and spin offering

Hi there
How does the gravity tour (auxetic) compare to the TGT345.2 (16x19) which I know you have?
I’m playing with the TG345.2 pro stock but curious to try the gravity tour. Thanks!

 

[pelusi]

Los míos son un poco diferentes, de stock profesional, por lo que vinieron ligeramente extendidos (para que coincidan con mis otros marcos) y súper livianos: 260 g sin encordar (con sobregrip).
Agregué bastante plomo en el aro, para llegar a 295SW sin encordar (probablemente 20 g en el aro) y mucha silicona/plomo en la punta del mango (35 g) para llegar a 318 g sin encordar y 31 cm de equilibrio.

Fue una transición muy fácil desde mi marco de 95 pies cuadrados, y se siente genial. Lo seguiré usando por un tiempo y decidiré si esto es todo.

Beneficios/iguales sobre mi marco de viga de 95 pulgadas cuadradas, 18x19, 21,5 mm:
- mayor punto dulce
- La disposición del TGT341.1 es increíble, tan lujosa pero no muerta, excelentes comentarios. Mucho la misma respuesta que mi PT346.2, pero se siente más suave
- El poder es casi el mismo
- Me sorprendió que el ángulo de lanzamiento fuera prácticamente idéntico, sin ningún ajuste en absoluto yendo y viniendo
- Siento que mis servicios son un poco más rápidos, y ese fue el comentario de mi compañero de bateo (4-5 veces por semana), ex jugador D1
- mis rebanadas son mucho mejores con Gravity, apestaron totalmente con PT346.2

Es una fase de luna de miel, así que tendré paciencia antes de emocionarme demasiado.

En otros comentarios:
Este es el único PT346.2 18x19 que existe, así que... mis marcos de respaldo solían ser los PT113B2 18x19 y definitivamente no son los mismos (el 113 tiene un SW más alto (sin ningún peso en el aro), la disposición es diferente, sensación similar pero definitivamente más suave que el PT346.2.
Los dos TGT341.1 son idénticos.

Para agregar: probablemente obtenga un Gravity Tour minorista la próxima vez que visite Europa e intentaré igualar las especificaciones. Yo diría 6 g en el aro (332SW), luego unos 10 g en la culata para tratar de acercar el equilibrio lo más posible a 31 cm.

What is the difference between the pro stock version TGT 341.1 and the commercial version?

 

[WYK]

OK, so stringing the Pro with MSV 118 focus Hex at 51X48lbs made a huge difference. Spin is about like a Tour and the weight is down a bit. Great feel, too.

I also tried the MP, and it was just too powerful. The spin was insane, but I had to change my strokes entirely to use it. However, it's suddenly warmer this week(like mid summer temps) and I strung it for spring. So gonna put a stiffer string in it and higher tensions and see if it lets me swing out.

 

[thecatch33]

I know this is the thread for the new version, but i recently picked up a cheap old version Gravity Tour, i am a long time weighted up Wilson Pro Staff 97 user. I was looking for something less stiff with more comfort. The Gravity had a lot more forgiveness and I can get a lot more balls back in play, my forehand feels like it is a lot more consistent and I love the flexy feeling.
What I am really struggling is with my OHBH and Slice, with the Pro Staff it was a weapon for me low nice driving slices and heavy deep OHBH. With the Gravity Tour it almost feels like the flex is killing all power, slice are poppping up and floating, i also struggle to get depth on the OHBH.
Anyone else had the issue when switching over from a stiffer racquet? I love this racquet from the get go forehand side , backhand is just not working for me.

I have similar struggles although in my case I switched from a Pro Staff to a Blade. I feel I have way less control over my slices and drop shots because of the greater flex absorbing power. Slices seem to need faster swing speed to generate enough spin otherwise they are liable to pop up.

 

[dr325i]

What is the difference between the pro stock version TGT 341.1 and the commercial version?

The pro stock came without commercial weights so, it was easier to customize and match them to my spec. They came at about 250g unstrung.
The layups are the same as the retail, no difference.

 

[dr325i]

Hi there
How does the gravity tour (auxetic) compare to the TGT345.2 (16x19) which I know you have?
I’m playing with the TG345.2 pro stock but curious to try the gravity tour. Thanks!

The 345.2 is a thin beam (20mm), 98 sq in, but 16x19. The Gravity tour is a 100, 22mm beam, 18x20 but with generous trying spacing.

The Gravity tour has more power and I’d say slightly better control vs the 345.2. The launch angle is similar. The Gravity tour has bigger and higher sweet spot.
Both are very soft layups.

 

[pelusi]

The pro stock came without commercial weights so, it was easier to customize and match them to my spec. They came at about 250g unstrung.
The layups are the same as the retail, no difference.

Thanks
Aren't they made of different materials? So the only thing that varies is that the pro stock has less weight to be able to customize it?

 

[dr325i]

Thanks
Aren't they made of different materials? So the only thing that varies is that the pro stock has less weight to be able to customize it?

Again, the TGT (Pro stock) and TGK (retail) are made at the same factories, same layup (and materials) and all the same minus the commercial weights, different labeling on the frame (mine does not say "Tour" on it and no retail specs written) and mine came slightly extended (27.1")

 

[Spoonerie]

The 345.2 is a thin beam (20mm), 98 sq in, but 16x19. The Gravity tour is a 100, 22mm beam, 18x20 but with generous trying spacing.

The Gravity tour has more power and I’d say slightly better control vs the 345.2. The launch angle is similar. The Gravity tour has bigger and higher sweet spot.
Both are very soft layups.

Thanks dr325i
Any advantages of the tgt345.2 compared to the gravity tour?

 

[dr325i]

Thanks dr325i
Any advantages of the tgt345.2 compared to the gravity tour?

It is lower power (some people prefer that) and slices through the air quicker due to thin beam.

 

[WYK]

Again, the TGT (Pro stock) and TGK (retail) are made at the same factories, same layup (and materials) and all the same minus the commercial weights, different labeling on the frame (mine does not say "Tour" on it and no retail specs written) and mine came slightly extended (27.1")

I might add that this is important to note for those of us that mod racquets. Head tends to insert their weights into the hairpin, and then bake them in. In other words, once that weight is added, you can not remove it without damaging the hairpin, unlike other manufacturers that simply add it to the pallet/grip. The only weight you can usually modify on most factory head racquets is the trapdoor and the frame.

 

[powerrangers]

I have similar struggles although in my case I switched from a Pro Staff to a Blade. I feel I have way less control over my slices and drop shots because of the greater flex absorbing power. Slices seem to need faster swing speed to generate enough spin otherwise they are liable to pop up.

I really like the racquet and want to make it work on the backhand side, ill try messing around with some lead

 

[a.parenthetical]

If anyone tried theirs and it didn't click, let me know! I'm in the USA and would love to pick one up.

I played with the 360+ version this weekend and fell in love.

 

[bmd9]

anyone ever added lead to the throat on the Tour?

I put four grams in 1g strips under the grip, give or take depending on the spec, and it helps with maneuverability at net.

 

[Maragtor]

Guys, I'm a 4.5 player who recently played with the Wilson Clash and then the Head Extreme Tour. The Extreme Tour is a good racket but too unforgiving for my level and style. I started hitting with the Gravity Tour and was amazed by the generosity that it treated my under-optimal strokes. However, I struggled with the lack of spin overall, but especially in my top-spin approach shots which are a staple in my game. Also, I strang them at 43 lb poly, which in the Extreme Tour was working just fine, but with the Gravity Tour I feel like the ball would fly high unpredictabily.
Do you think a higher tension + adaptation time can be fruitful to me? I don't want to give up on the Gravity Tour because it made playing enjoyable again, since I was constantly "worried" with hitting the ball perfectly with the Extreme Tour. But performance-wise, it was terrible.

 

[Casper777]

Has enyone tried a full bed of Triax in their Gravity Tour (or Pro)? how does it fil the 18x20 pattern?

Feels like it could be a good way so soften the tight string bed of the tout and add a bit of pop to the frame

 

[puck1230]

I have Triax 17 @ 53 in the Auxetic Gravity Tour and do not like it.

Coming from a Youtek Graphene Speed Pro 18x20 (tighter pattern than the newer speeds and the gravity) with Triax 16, I expected the Tour it to be a lot more spin friendly, but just didn't happen. But because the Tour is a lot softer than the old Speed, I'm able to use Hawk Touch 18 @48 and my elbow is actually less sensitive than with the Speed + Triax.

This all feels counter-intuitive, and YMMV, but sharing my experience.

 

[Casper777]

I have Triax 17 @ 53 in the Auxetic Gravity Tour and do not like it.

Coming from a Youtek Graphene Speed Pro 18x20 (tighter pattern than the newer speeds and the gravity) with Triax 16, I expected the Tour it to be a lot more spin friendly, but just didn't happen. But because the Tour is a lot softer than the old Speed, I'm able to use Hawk Touch 18 @48 and my elbow is actually less sensitive than with the Speed + Triax.

This all feels counter-intuitive, and YMMV, but sharing my experience.

Head Hawk Touch 18 is definitely on my try list!

So far my favorite string with this frame is TopSpin Cyber Blue 120 at 22kg (48 lb)

 

[Deleted member 793875]

Anyone here have a comparison between the Gravity Pro and Gravity Tour? Gravity Pro is one of the best rackets I've ever hit with, and I love the cosmetic and head shape too. BUT, it's just too heavy for me to use.

 

[keppi]

I have played with gen1 GPro for a few years and now looking some easier to use/swing racquet. Demoed gen2 GTour and really liked it. Very similar basic feel and stability but easier to use and generate spin. Much more easier on volleys and on 2nd spin serve. Might ordering two auxetic GTours…

 

[billsedd]

@gbp1287
I have both.
GTour is a pretty good frame. Feel isn’t exactly the same but it’s a similar racket in my experience (but feel is very subjective). There are subtle differences due to the weight and balance. But if you’re asking is it a more maneuverable GPro? I would say yes with the small differences in mind. I am currently playing with the 360+ GTour for matches and longer sessions. i'd personally recommend it

 

[Flash]

The pro stock came without commercial weights so, it was easier to customize and match them to my spec. They came at about 250g unstrung.
The layups are the same as the retail, no difference.

Hi @dr325i ,

Thanks again for your insights with the pro stock / retail versions.

I have been playing with matched TGT339.2 but most recently with modded retail 2023 Gravity MP. Next step is to settle in on specs and have a few matched again.

With the retail 2023 Gravity line having Auxetic, does the pro stock TGT341.1 also now have Auxetic in the layup? Or is it (the pro stock) still the same as with the 2021 model, just with a different paint job?

I was not quite sure as you refer playing the pro stock TGT341.1 (27.1”) but also to the softness and feel of the Auxetic version.

The other question is whether the TGT341.1 is the same in 16x20 and 18x20, just with a different pattern?

I recall from earlier that with the Speed MP Auxetic there was no change in the pro stock TGT339.2.

Appreciate your response as always

 

[Flash]

Yes, some of them are the PJ of the 360+ and some are of Auxetic. T2 are Auxetic (just like my TGT341.1 T2 Gravity Tours)

Referring back to my own question- I found the above from @dr325i in another thread on TGT344.4, and so it seems that there is a new version of both the TGT344.4 and TGT341.1 dubbed T2 which actually has Auxetic in the layup and the new paint job.

Just to be sure, are all Gravity pro stock with the 2023 paintjob these T2 versions?

Thanks again!

 

[WYK]

Don't spose anyone in Europe wants to trade a Pro for my first gen Tour?

 

[dr325i]

Referring back to my own question- I found the above from @dr325i in another thread on TGT344.4, and so it seems that there is a new version of both the TGT344.4 and TGT341.1 dubbed T2 which actually has Auxetic in the layup and the new paint job.

Just to be sure, are all Gravity pro stock with the 2023 paintjob these T2 versions?

Thanks again!

Most yes but not all.
There is also a new layup, .2
I have two TGT341.1 T2 and two TGT341.2 all gravity tour 18x20 (16x19 and 18x20 have the same layups).
The .2 feels slightly more muted and has a slightly less power and a very faint ping sound

 

[keppi]

Two auxetic GTours landed and now tested with different string setups. Ended up with Lynx Tour @ 19kg/42lbs. Now perfect power and softness level without sacrificing any control. Comparing to 1gen GPro:
Easier access to spin with easier maneuverbility.
More power especially on full accelerating forehands, significantly more racquet head speed.
Similar on 1st serves but much more stable with spin 2nd serves. I had always problems with GPro 2nd spin serves.
Much more easier on volleys and smashes thanks to minus 10 grams.
All in all nothing negative compared to 1gen GPro. Just positive things. All around game level just got better few steps.
Highly recommended to ~5.0 level players.

 

[TNNSDR]

Alright, I am giving the Auxetic Gravity Tour a try! Looking at the specs, it definitely needs a leather grip + silicone to bring the balance to 31.8 cm and some lead to bump the SW to 335 (same as @dr325i)... Some work to do.
Any suggestions on the lead placement? Can anyone comment on the OHBH experience with the Auxetic Gravity Tour or even Pro? Cheers!

 

[Power Player]

Anyone in the US order from the global yellow tennis store? Looks like they processed the payment so I am guessing they can send it to me, but it says the order was not accepted yet.

 

[WYK]

Anyone here have a comparison between the Gravity Pro and Gravity Tour? Gravity Pro is one of the best rackets I've ever hit with, and I love the cosmetic and head shape too. BUT, it's just too heavy for me to use.

I now own both. I prefer the solid feel of the Pro, and how it moves through the air. The Tour feels more flexible in the hoop, well mine feel more flexible all around to the Pro.
The Tour has a bit more easy spin. The grommets are different from the Pro, so that's one of the things likely influencing the spin as the string pattern appears similar.
I would argue the pro has a bit better control, likely due to the stiffer hoop.
That said, I can and often swap them during practice and get similar results.
I am currently trying to train myself to use the Pro mostly because the feel is so good and it is rather accurate.

 

[Power Player]

I now own both. I prefer the solid feel of the Pro, and how it moves through the air. The Tour feels more flexible in the hoop, well mine feel more flexible all around to the Pro.
The Tour has a bit more easy spin. The grommets are different from the Pro, so that's one of the things likely influencing the spin as the string pattern appears similar.
I would argue the pro has a bit better control, likely due to the stiffer hoop.
That said, I can and often swap them during practice and get similar results.
I am currently trying to train myself to use the Pro mostly because the feel is so good and it is rather accurate.

What is your spec on the Tour and how did you mod it? Is it safe to say most people add a leather grip and maybe a touch of lead at 12 and that's all that is needed? Just curious how it swings compared to the Pro, which I have owned. My Pro was a little lighter so the SW was around 330 with thin string and the weight was 315 or so unstrung. I did not have much issue swinging it, just want some extra power since I hit with a good amount of spin. I feel like the Tour could work better for me possibly.

Serving with the Pro was fantastic, so no problems there. I think having the SW a little lower with a little more power could be an awesome combo, especially if the Tour has good feel.

I currently use an Auxetic Extreme weighted up to 315 and 296 SW and an IG Extreme Pro which is 315 and 298 SW. Great frames so I have my tweener options sorted. I am also comfortable at that weight, but I also am open to playing the Tour closer to it's stock weight and balance if it swings well in that state. I just read it's 1pt hl strung and then I have read 3 pts, so I am not sure what to expect.

 

[WYK]

Both weighted to 340g at the time. The Pro ended up still a bit more head light than the Tour did. It is more stable mroe head light than the Tour is.
I suspect this is why my backhand is slightly better with it, too.
I have them both at 333g at the moment to try out to see if I can use them for doubles.
I also think the Extreme's are under-rated sticks. Much more control than I was expecting.

 

[Power Player]

Both weighted to 340g at the time. The Pro ended up still a bit more head light than the Tour did. It is more stable mroe head light than the Tour is.
I suspect this is why my backhand is slightly better with it, too.
I have them both at 333g at the moment to try out to see if I can use them for doubles.
I also think the Extreme's are under-rated sticks. Much more control than I was expecting.

Yeah the extreme has a ton of control for being a power/spinframe. Actually doesn’t even have a lot of power, is more of a punchy frame that lets me serve big and hit winners, but seems more focused on control than most tweeners.

I’m going to take off the leather grip on mine and play the frame with more of a 5pts hl balance and see how I like it that way. I suspect I’d play the tour at a similar balance but the weight would probably need to be in the 315 strung range for me to do so.

 

[WYK]

I took both Gravitys out tonight and did some hard hitting in 7*C weather with my usual doubles partner. We were just slugging it out most of the time. Until he strained his shoulder...
I had with me a Prestige S 99, an nBlade 98 18X20, Speed Pro, and a 16X19 Pro Kennex Ki10 with a very experimental string job(MSV 127 at 59lbs!). All at 333-335g.
The dampening in the Ki10 works. I felt no jarring at all. Only problem is the launch angle, power, and spin were even lower than the 18X20's! Control was amazing for a 16X19, tho.
I can see why Michelle destroys all her racquets with these types of string jobs
OK, anywho, the partner said I played rallies best with the Tour and nBlade, served best with the Gravity and Speed Pro, and had more spin over all with the Prestige.
Though the Prestige isn't quite as accurate as the Gravitys, I was able to loop the balls right onto the baseline often enough to give him some trouble.
I could play a match with any of these sticks, really. I am just trying to fine tune them to my own liking.
At 333g, I don't think the Gravity Pro is as stable as the Tour(which is 2pts head heavier the way I've weighted them). I think I can add a bit more weight to the hoop of the Pro without it slowing me down, tho. Still, the Tour and nBlade felt the most natural slugging it on ground strokes.
The Speed Pro needs more lead in the hoop as well to feel more comfortable and stable, I think. Or maybe it is just a bit too firm for my liking. I played fine with it, I just didn't enjoy it.
I did enjoy how crisp it felt on ground strokes, tho. It just doesn't seem to want to gel as well as the Gravitys do with my one hander. Great spin and power for an 18X20, tho.
All the 18X20's have the exact same string job - HyperG 120 at 22-23kg in the mains and RPM Rough 125 at 21kg in the crosses.
The Prestige has Lynx Tour Grey 125 at 25kg and RPM Rough 23kg. The Grey, I am finding, is the most lively of the Lynx Tours. Even more so than the Orange. Dunno why.
I am gonna go and try Lynx Tour at 25X RPM 23kg in the Ki10 as well next time out.