Head Graphene 360+ Prestige Mid vs Dunlop CX 200 Tour

[Classclguy]

Hello All! I was at the stringers a couple weeks ago and my stringer was recommending that I try some of the new racquet models out there. I'm down to try something new. He recommended the Head Graphene 360+ Prestige and the Dunlop CX 200 Tour. I'm going to demo these and I'm waiting for them to arrive. The Prestige looks more interesting to me off the bat but Dunlop is the brand I'm currently using so perhaps this brand has a "Feel" that I'm used to [???]. Anyone have experience with these two racquets? And what differences between the two should I anticipate? Any pluses or minuses with either racquet? Feedback is appreciated!

I have a one-handed backhand which I slice 40% of the time and a 90s Windmill flatish forehand. Thanks!

Ray

 

[cortado]

I haven't used either of those yet, but consider that the specs of the racquets you get may not be the same as the manufacturer intends (due to quality control) so that might affect how they play for you.
The Mid is supposed to be 328 swing-weight, whereas the Tour is only 318. But with variance in manufacturing they could both be much higher or lower than intended.
Most people who try the Tour say it needs 3-5g of lead in the head to play better.

 

[10S-Junkie]

I tried the CX200 Tour for a few weeks and found it underpowered and unstable in stock form as have other reviewers. Adding weight inside the handle and at 2 & 10 or 3 & 9 may help.

 

[ariwibowo]

My current setup for CX 200 Tour are 3 grams lead total at 2 & 10, and low tension string (50 or less).

 

[ngoster]

I have the 2021 CX 200 Tour 16x19 stock. I love it. You have to commit and generate RHS but I don't feel it's underpowered or unstable. The thin beam and how head light it is will allow you to do this.

I'm going to qualify my comments by saying that I'm a 4.0 player with a flat FH and OHBH. I have a few guys that I hit with who I consider to have heavier shots and have not felt being pushed around. In general, I don't think I've knocked people back with my shots but the balls do get through the court fast. The control that I get with this racquet also boosts my confidence in going for corners and DTLs.