Head Gravity 98 16x19 (Coming in 2025!)

croplayer22

New User
ProStaff v14 is much more direct and stiff feeling - smaller sweetspot but more connected feel.

The GT98 is more classic in the throat, has a bit more pocketing but also more power. I think its very hard to compare - but the Pro Staff is much more an attackers frame while the Gravity can be useful all around the baseline.
Yes, I thought they were quite different. Lately, I've been trying out some rackets, and right now I mostly play with the Pro Staff 97 and Gravity Pro (2023). They're very different, but each suits me in its own way. Is the new Tour 98 actually something in between?
 

dr325i

G.O.A.T.
Spent another week with the GT98.
Love the feel, the feedback, stability, easy power but struggling sometimes with too much power of the frame (my whole life I used low power frames so his is a big transition for me).
The control is very good, however, again, my whole life (pretty much) I have used the 18x20, Prestige-like, control oriented frames, and the GT98 although offering a nice blend of control/power/spin, is not the Control oriented frame (like he Prestige Pro for example).
Not sure about the TW, however, this was the first thing I noticed back in November 2023 -- the frame is very stable and definitely does not need any adjustments at 3 and 9, like most of other frames I used...
 

Federerkblade

Hall of Fame
Spent another week with the GT98.
Love the feel, the feedback, stability, easy power but struggling sometimes with too much power of the frame (my whole life I used low power frames so his is a big transition for me).
The control is very good, however, again, my whole life (pretty much) I have used the 18x20, Prestige-like, control oriented frames, and the GT98 although offering a nice blend of control/power/spin, is not the Control oriented frame (like he Prestige Pro for example).
Not sure about the TW, however, this was the first thing I noticed back in November 2023 -- the frame is very stable and definitely does not need any adjustments at 3 and 9, like most of other frames I used...
Nice feedback

Does Lynx tour champagne not reduce the power for you as it’s lower powered ?
 

yourtennisfit

Professional
Yes, I thought they were quite different. Lately, I've been trying out some rackets, and right now I mostly play with the Pro Staff 97 and Gravity Pro (2023). They're very different, but each suits me in its own way. Is the new Tour 98 actually something in between?

I'm in a very similar spot - played all of my league matches in 24 with the GPro Auxetic, but as soon as I have to scramble it just gets a bit heavy
The ProStaff is amazing, but it's more for non-stop attack

The Gravity Tour is on my list of rackets to change, but I think instead of in between it is rather on another planet
Rather close to Ezone, Vcore Tour, Aero 98 etc - which are the other frames I consider switching to
only real thing that is close to the GPro is the plush feel from the throat - that flex is just something special from Head
 

croplayer22

New User
I'm in a very similar spot - played all of my league matches in 24 with the GPro Auxetic, but as soon as I have to scramble it just gets a bit heavy
The ProStaff is amazing, but it's more for non-stop attack

The Gravity Tour is on my list of rackets to change, but I think instead of in between it is rather on another planet
Rather close to Ezone, Vcore Tour, Aero 98 etc - which are the other frames I consider switching to
only real thing that is close to the GPro is the plush feel from the throat - that flex is just something special from Head
I really like the feel of the Gravity Pro. With the Pro Staff, I hit a heavier ball, but I might prefer the slightly better feel of the Gravity Pro. Additionally, I am more consistent with the Gravity Pro. On the other hand, the Pro Staff is more maneuverable and easier to swing.

That’s why I am considering the Gravity Tour 98. It should be easier to swing, and if it offers feel and forgiveness close to the Gravity Pro, that would be great
 

Icefiyre

New User
I demoed both the Tour98 and Pro for a week and ended up deciding I like the 2025 Pro better. I scored and purchased a couple Gravity Pros with 325 SW so to me personally I get the best of all worlds with an 18x20 pattern and 20mm beam feel in a package I can swing around for 2hrs with ease. I didn't get a measurement on the Tour98 demo.

Coming from a Boom Pro 2022 I definitely enjoyed the Tour98 and it is a big step up in control, consistency, and feel with more spin and similar power to the Boom.The boom was easier to swing and slightly more forgiving. I found however, I enjoyed the forgiveness and increased manuverability of the new Gravity Pro most of all. I could easily play with either, but decided I like my game and tennis better with the Gravity Pro.

Between the Gravity Pro and Tour98 the Tour98 has way more power and spin. The Tour98 is absolutely a power racket for the Gravity line. Both have excellent feel. The Pro is rock solid stable of course but the Tour98 is much more stable this iteration and I had no issues with returns and heavy balls no weight added. I liked the Tour98 particularly on my serve, but the Pro for all other hitting, even at the net.
 

dr325i

G.O.A.T.
I decided to switch to the GT98. Just so many positives and advantages.
1) the feel. I really like the modern plush feel. It is not too soft on the impact but you feel the plushness.
2) “free things”. It gives you such an easy access to power and spin. I feel that my hitting partners have harder time coping with the spin/ball heaviness and I also feel I am putting less energy into it
3) I made is slightly more headlight and that works great for me

One concern for me is that my racket is 335SW and I have a lot of wrist action on my FH and hoping this will not irritate my wrist…

Putting my PT346.2 frames back on the wall :)
 

Federerkblade

Hall of Fame
I decided to switch to the GT98. Just so many positives and advantages.
1) the feel. I really like the modern plush feel. It is not too soft on the impact but you feel the plushness.
2) “free things”. It gives you such an easy access to power and spin. I feel that my hitting partners have harder time coping with the spin/ball heaviness and I also feel I am putting less energy into it
3) I made is slightly more headlight and that works great for me

One concern for me is that my racket is 335SW and I have a lot of wrist action on my FH and hoping this will not irritate my wrist…

Putting my PT346.2 frames back on the wall :)
What sw stock would be ideal if you had the pick of a line or g98 ?
 

A-Style

Rookie
I’ve been demoing the Gravity 98 and the MP for the last few days pretty extensively. I’ve been waiting for the Gravity 98 for over a year and I was beyond excited to play with it. To say I wanted to switch is an understatement lol The 98 was strung sort of low (47?) with a black poly and the MP was strung with Alu Power around 55 probably (more my wheelhouse). First thoughts when holding each stick and swinging them around was the MP felt better in hand.

Tour: Great spin, solid power, lots of plow, and a little wild at times, but maybe due to the low tension in the demo. I found the main problem with this stick was it felt sluggish, especially throughout a match. If you were prepped and ready and take huge cuts upwards rather than through, it was a dream. The ball seemed like it was going to go out a lot but dropped in at the last second. Long story short, I’m not going to switch to it. I think if people are honest with themselves, it won’t be right for a lot of people. Good racquet but needs a high tension and a lot of time to get used to the sluggishness. It doesn’t maneuver well at all either when returning serve or trying to run a ball down and swing quickly.

MP: Bone stock I could feel the racquet had a ton of potential and after customizing I was absolutely right. Stock, the racquet feels really nice in hand (almost liquidmetal Radical like), swings insanely fast, but your ball just doesn’t have that heaviness the Tour had. It swung WAY faster though and there was no sluggishness whatsoever. I added about 3 inches of lead at 12 and 5-7 grams of putty in the handle and the racquet was everything I thought it had the potential for. Potential switch material but I’m still in the demoing process. Something I forgot to mention with the MP and Tour, the feel on contact is top 5 best feeling racquets I’ve ever tried and I’ve tried hundreds over the years. Flexy but crisp. People with arm issues will love. Neither racquet shined at net though. The MP was better because it was lighter and the Tour was really slow, you had to be to the ball very early. The head shape of the Gravity’s does not suit a net game.

Finals Thoughts: I’m open level, 2 hand BH, big serve and FH with a solid BH. Blade V9 16x19 user with a little lead at 12. Always been a Blade guy but dabbled (switched at times) with G Pro, Tecnifibre TF40 18x20, and E Zone 98 (never truly loved). I’m in my mid 30’s and looking for a Blade feel and maneuverability but with some extra help for the days my body doesn’t quite have the energy. Racquets I’m giving extensive demos to besides Gravity are Blade 100, V Core line, and PA 98. The game is changing a lot, so those heavy, sluggish racquets that I’m used to growing up with aren’t really right for today’s spin friendly/fast game, hence the reason I’m looking for something new. In a perfect world, I would want the MP with a 16x19 pattern and 305 stock. My hitting partner who is the same level completely agreed with all of this since we are both demoing right now. Hope this helps!
I'm a Blade 16x19 user and I have been thinking of trying this out? I like you always dabble with switching? How does this play? Sounds like they are a more modern version of the Prestige Pro? So I guess it might sit in between Blade and a Prestige? Not sure if you've used a Prestige but the latest iteration is great. Absolute control, plush.
 

thenewbig3

Rookie
I decided to switch to the GT98. Just so many positives and advantages.
1) the feel. I really like the modern plush feel. It is not too soft on the impact but you feel the plushness.
2) “free things”. It gives you such an easy access to power and spin. I feel that my hitting partners have harder time coping with the spin/ball heaviness and I also feel I am putting less energy into it
3) I made is slightly more headlight and that workshop great for me

One concern for me is that my racket is 335SW and I have a lot of wrist action on my FH and hoping this will not irritate my wrist…

Putting my PT346.2 frames back on the wall :)

A friend measured 6 x GT98s
(mass/balance/sw all with plastic on handle
1 310g/31.8cm/292sw
2 308/31.9/292
3 308/31.8/293
4 308/32/294
5 309/32.2/298
6 309/32.2/294

You must have got a slightly overspec unit.
 

dr325i

G.O.A.T.
A friend measured 6 x GT98s
(mass/balance/sw all with plastic on handle
1 310g/31.8cm/292sw
2 308/31.9/292
3 308/31.8/293
4 308/32/294
5 309/32.2/298
6 309/32.2/294

You must have got a slightly overspec unit.
I do use 16g gut in the mains, however, I am curious what my unstrung racket spec is. Will measure in a few weeks when I replace strings before I head to Shanghai
 

SupahMan5000

Hall of Fame
Currently got 46 lb Element 1.25 in my GT Tour stock no mods

Feels like butter. It’s a solid frame from my quick student warm ups but no real gameplay quite yet. I’m already committed to switching to something in the gravity lineup just will be unsure if it is MP or Tour with a heavy lean on Tour for now based on base specs
 

thenewbig3

Rookie
Currently got 46 lb Element 1.25 in my GT Tour stock no mods

Feels like butter. It’s a solid frame from my quick student warm ups but no real gameplay quite yet. I’m already committed to switching to something in the gravity lineup just will be unsure if it is MP or Tour with a heavy lean on Tour for now based on base specs

With your stroke quality and element every racket with be butter ;)
This racket has great impact feel but adjusting from an Ezone98 will be more effort than I was thinking (hoping)
Will restring with my preferred string setup next week and give it another shot. Has Tour Bite 16L right now.
 

hdjs94

New User
With your stroke quality and element every racket with be butter ;)
This racket has great impact feel but adjusting from an Ezone98 will be more effort than I was thinking (hoping)
Will restring with my preferred string setup next week and give it another shot. Has Tour Bite 16L right now.
How do you like it with the tour bite 16l? I’ll probably be stringing mine with it.
 

thenewbig3

Rookie
How do you like it with the tour bite 16l? I’ll probably be stringing mine with it.

It was already pre-hit by an ex-college player so I will reserve judgement for now.
I need to restring fresh with my standard setup (Tour Bite 17 x Round Poly) first and then I will try TB16L x Round Poly
I also tried a different racket with Lynx Tour Grey 1.25 x Hawk Touch 1.25 and that felt really really good.
 

SupahMan5000

Hall of Fame
With your stroke quality and element every racket with be butter ;)
This racket has great impact feel but adjusting from an Ezone98 will be more effort than I was thinking (hoping)
Will restring with my preferred string setup next week and give it another shot. Has Tour Bite 16L right now.
haha to some extent i do enjoy a lot of frames but the foam filled frames still feel quite soulless to me sadly

this racket has comparable power to an ezone imo but it def has some heft to it that makes it a little less maneuverable than the ez98 but i dont think itll be much of an adjustment period
 

maciej84

Rookie
For the people who have already tinkered with this racket, what tension would you recommend when coming from a Head Speed Pro 2022 (100sq, 18x20)?

I currently string around 21-22kg, hybrid of Hyper G in the mains and Ghostwire in the crosses. Racket spec after customization is 329-330 SW, 32cm balance. I'm hoping to have a similar spec on the Gravity 98.

What tension should I start with to have a similar stringbed stiffness, or rather, level of power, on the Gravity? I assume go a bit higher because it's 16x19, although is there really a big difference in string spacing? On the other hand, it's 98 vs 100, so maybe it equals out the effect of less dense string pattern? :)
 
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thenewbig3

Rookie
For the people who have already tinkered with this racket, what tension would you recommend when coming from a Head Speed Pro 2022 (100sq, 18x20)?

I currently string around 21-22kg, hybrid of Hyper G in the mains and Ghostwire in the crosses. Racket spec after customization is 329-330 SW, 32cm balance. I'm hoping to have a similar spec on the Gravity 98.

What tension should I start with to have a similar stringbed stiffness, or rather, level of power, on the Gravity? I assume go a bit higher because it's 16x19, although is there really a big difference in string spacing? On the other hand, it's 98 vs 100, so maybe it equals out the effect of less dense string pattern? :)

Personally I would do 10% higher if all other specs remain exactly the same.
I did 48lbs on 2018 Speed Pro (326-328sw) vs 52 on 2025 Gravity Tour 98 (323sw) for same string setup
 

Julian.Peter

New User
Ezone 98 vs Gravity Tour 98
PXL-20250109-234821429-MP.jpg

Testing soon.

Good to see a direct comparison picture to a dense 16x19 pattern like the Ezone. I knew the GT98 is quite open but this is shocking in comparison. Being a fan of closed 16x19 patterns like PS97, Radical or Ezone 98 and the low launch angles they produce, I can be sure I never need to try the GT98. Thanks for this helpful pic!
 

tennis_balla

Hall of Fame
Spent another week with the GT98.
Love the feel, the feedback, stability, easy power but struggling sometimes with too much power of the frame (my whole life I used low power frames so his is a big transition for me).
The control is very good, however, again, my whole life (pretty much) I have used the 18x20, Prestige-like, control oriented frames, and the GT98 although offering a nice blend of control/power/spin, is not the Control oriented frame (like he Prestige Pro for example).
Not sure about the TW, however, this was the first thing I noticed back in November 2023 -- the frame is very stable and definitely does not need any adjustments at 3 and 9, like most of other frames I used...

My friends store got some in so I’ll test it out later this week, will let you know what I think of it. Had it in my hand when they got it in and the rackets look amazing, so happy that its glossy
 

JMW

New User
Mine arrived yesterday. Specs, strung with a fullbed Head Lynx Tour 17, were: Static Weight: 321.4 g; Balance: 33.2 cm; Swingweight: 322.6. Haven’t had a chance to hit it yet, as we have about 6 in of snow on all the local courts.
 

julianokay

New User
After testing out my demo for 2 sessions (4h) here is my feedback:

- Don't be fooled by the open string pattern, it is a very predictable and controlled racquet.
- The feel is phenomenal and quite addicting, definitely more oldschool flex with new school power.
- Very plush without feeling like a wet noodle.
- Most control I've ever felt on my one handed backhand.
- Still trying to figure out the serve, might try and make it more headlight.

Will be buying a couple of these upon release.
My previous frames are Extreme Pro (past 8 months), and before that, Radical Pro Auxetic.
 

HeavyHitter

Rookie
GT86 does not come with weighted buttcap. Easy way to add 5-6gr to the specs and will change the balance to HL. Will make the frame smoother to swing and less clunky as some have mentioned.
 

Curtennis

Hall of Fame
shocking in comparison.
not arguing with your findings, but your eyesight must be a hell of a lot better than mine. I’d imagine even with precise measurements we’re talking about fractions of a millimeter of difference in some of these squares.

I see the top and bottom crosses further out for sure, but hard to determine much throughout the rest of the string bed.

Good on you if you can see it. I’m simply unable. Especially right in the middle of the grav string bed.
 

thenewbig3

Rookie
not arguing with your findings, but your eyesight must be a hell of a lot better than mine. I’d imagine even with precise measurements we’re talking about fractions of a millimeter of difference in some of these squares.

I see the top and bottom crosses further out for sure, but hard to determine much throughout the rest of the string bed.

Good on you if you can see it. I’m simply unable. Especially right in the middle of the grav string bed.

I posted the photo

Its not really as bad as it might seem to some people from the photo I guess.

Basically the 16x19 of the EZ98 fits in 15.5x18 of the GT98. The GT98 has a very reasonable launch angle - not a drastic change - and easily adjusted with string tension, shape, gauge etc.
 

heavyD

Professional
After testing out my demo for 2 sessions (4h) here is my feedback:

- Don't be fooled by the open string pattern, it is a very predictable and controlled racquet.
- The feel is phenomenal and quite addicting, definitely more oldschool flex with new school power.
- Very plush without feeling like a wet noodle.
- Most control I've ever felt on my one handed backhand.
- Still trying to figure out the serve, might try and make it more headlight.

Will be buying a couple of these upon release.
My previous frames are Extreme Pro (past 8 months), and before that, Radical Pro Auxetic.
I've also been using the Extreme Pro since it was released in the summer. Can you tell me how the GT98 compares? Specifically in regards to power and launch angle. I actually find the launch angle kind of low with the EP for a spin racquet.
 

julianokay

New User
I've also been using the Extreme Pro since it was released in the summer. Can you tell me how the GT98 compares? Specifically in regards to power and launch angle. I actually find the launch angle kind of low with the EP for a spin racquet.
I found the launch angle a bit (marginally) higher on the GT98, along with a bit more power too. But since the GT98 has more flex, I felt it was easier to control that power (at least for my game). I found myself having an easier time on defensive shots with the GT98.
The only department where I like the Extreme Pro better is the serve. That extra stiffness does translate to a bit more easy power on serves.
 

yourtennisfit

Professional
I've also been using the Extreme Pro since it was released in the summer. Can you tell me how the GT98 compares? Specifically in regards to power and launch angle. I actually find the launch angle kind of low with the EP for a spin racquet.

The Extreme Pro is maybe the stiffest feeling 98 from Head along with the Boom Pro, so more a modern and crisp feel.
The Gravity 98 feels a lot more classic and flexible in the throat, just another feeling

In terms of launch angle and power, I don't think there is too much difference between those two
 

bigdaddy812

New User
2023 Gravity Pro user -- 99.5% convinced will switch to Tour 98

Hey guys - new here but really enjoy reading through all this raquet chat.

I have yet to demo the 25 GP but if its even slightly better than the previous version I will probably HAVE to add it to my bag. I currently have 2 2023 GP, 1 2024 GP MPXL, 1 2021 GP, 1 2021 BOOM Pro, 1 Blade 98 v8 and 25 GTour. I like all my bats but my game has gotten better playing with the GP and I absolutely love everything about it -- feel, control, power, cosmetic. However, after hitting with the Tour for past few weeks I feel that what it gives up from the GP (the feel, control , forgiveness) it make up in other areas:

- ability to move through air: superior and instantly noticeable
- power: faster swing speed = more power
- sound / feedback: sounds like a bazooka when hitting the sweet spot. what's not to love?
- spin: I am noticing I am hitting some shots I typically don't hit with the GP (deep, top spinny passing shots) which I attribute to the 16X19 pattern

At first I noticed my balls would go long when hitting off sweet spot and I assumed it was my strings (lynx touch) which dont have an edge. But as of late, I have adjusted swing and its a non issue now. This bat is a rocket launcher and I love it.

However -- as mentioned, I can't disregard the GP since I have yet to demo it. I know raquet features are subjective so I will await to make a decision after demo.

option 1: sell older GPs and add 25 GP
option 2: sell older GPs and add a 2nd GT
option 3: stand down

Looking for thoughts from players that have demoed both 25 GP and Tour 98.
 

Icefiyre

New User
2023 Gravity Pro user -- 99.5% convinced will switch to Tour 98

Hey guys - new here but really enjoy reading through all this raquet chat.

I have yet to demo the 25 GP but if its even slightly better than the previous version I will probably HAVE to add it to my bag. I currently have 2 2023 GP, 1 2024 GP MPXL, 1 2021 GP, 1 2021 BOOM Pro, 1 Blade 98 v8 and 25 GTour. I like all my bats but my game has gotten better playing with the GP and I absolutely love everything about it -- feel, control, power, cosmetic. However, after hitting with the Tour for past few weeks I feel that what it gives up from the GP (the feel, control , forgiveness) it make up in other areas:

- ability to move through air: superior and instantly noticeable
- power: faster swing speed = more power
- sound / feedback: sounds like a bazooka when hitting the sweet spot. what's not to love?
- spin: I am noticing I am hitting some shots I typically don't hit with the GP (deep, top spinny passing shots) which I attribute to the 16X19 pattern

At first I noticed my balls would go long when hitting off sweet spot and I assumed it was my strings (lynx touch) which dont have an edge. But as of late, I have adjusted swing and its a non issue now. This bat is a rocket launcher and I love it.

However -- as mentioned, I can't disregard the GP since I have yet to demo it. I know raquet features are subjective so I will await to make a decision after demo.

option 1: sell older GPs and add 25 GP
option 2: sell older GPs and add a 2nd GT
option 3: stand down

Looking for thoughts from players that have demoed both 25 GP and Tour 98.
I demoed both and loved them both. I have a 2023 Gpro and 2022 Boom Pros. I moved exclusively to 2025 Gpro.

I found that while I enjoyed the Tour it was really no easier to use than the 2025 Pro, so it came down to my preference and priorities between the two rackets. I would love to own them both, but my game suffers when I keep moving around between sticks so I wanted a firm choice.

The Tour was easy to maneuver but the Pro is a more generous headsize and the balance change helps immensely. The Tour has far more power and spin, but the Pro has much pinpoint precision and the 18x20 is a lovely launch angle with great consistency off the string bed. The Tour had a better serve but the ability to take huge cuts with the Pro is addictive and encourages me to prep early and take full swings.

I decided that the Tour felt like a perfected Boom Pro (in my head comparison at least; they are very different rackets) and gave me similar power and more spin but without the erraticness and muted feel of the Boom. The Tour played like the Boom but with wonderful Gravity feel. However Gpro was my dream racket in an easier to use package compared to the 2023 Gpro not to mention the gorgeous paint. The Tour may have been better for my game ultimately with power and spin, but it eased the decision to remember that I am a rec player so I picked the racket I love and enjoy playing with more.
 

mpournaras

Hall of Fame
54 mains (15%) VS Bab, 48 crosses (5%) Hawk rough. I may try to go up to 57/54 next string job because it is a fairly powerful frame but slightly less control than my previous 18x20 frames.
I found 55/51 with VS17/4G in the GT100 to be sublime. VS mains can handle high tensions easy
 
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bigdaddy812

New User
I demoed both and loved them both. I have a 2023 Gpro and 2022 Boom Pros. I moved exclusively to 2025 Gpro.

I found that while I enjoyed the Tour it was really no easier to use than the 2025 Pro, so it came down to my preference and priorities between the two rackets. I would love to own them both, but my game suffers when I keep moving around between sticks so I wanted a firm choice.

The Tour was easy to maneuver but the Pro is a more generous headsize and the balance change helps immensely. The Tour has far more power and spin, but the Pro has much pinpoint precision and the 18x20 is a lovely launch angle with great consistency off the string bed. The Tour had a better serve but the ability to take huge cuts with the Pro is addictive and encourages me to prep early and take full swings.

I decided that the Tour felt like a perfected Boom Pro (in my head comparison at least; they are very different rackets) and gave me similar power and more spin but without the erraticness and muted feel of the Boom. The Tour played like the Boom but with wonderful Gravity feel. However Gpro was my dream racket in an easier to use package compared to the 2023 Gpro not to mention the gorgeous paint. The Tour may have been better for my game ultimately with power and spin, but it eased the decision to remember that I am a rec player so I picked the racket I love and enjoy playing with more.
Thanks for feedback. Makes total sense,

I dont Really struggle at all switching raquets even mid match. Sometimes my game is better with each of them depending on how I’m hitting or my opponent. I played against a 5.5 level player and held my own using the GP. But against lower level, I lean towards Tour. I may have to get them both.
 
Found one that was measured by the seller with 305g (w/ plastic on handle) / 31.9cm / 287SW.
It should arrive next week. Planing to play it stock or add 1g at 12 and Lynx Tour 1.25 (Should add about 33 SW Pts given string and head shape) and play around with some gramms under the buttcap.

Not sure though if that was the right pick to get stability and maneuverablility and avoid the clunkyness some were reporting.
I'll see. Can't wait to take it on the court, but winter season ist so annoying, I'm lucky If I get two hours on court aweek.
 

thenewbig3

Rookie
Gravity Tour 98 w/ Tour Bite 16L

HIT THROUGH SPIN players with really enjoy it : no issues with Launch angle or spin, for a racket with an open looking pattern it produces great flat shots.

LOOP UP SPIN players will be so so : will complain about Launch angle being too high and producing weak fluffy shots.

End Review :-D
 

colan5934

Professional
Found one that was measured by the seller with 305g (w/ plastic on handle) / 31.9cm / 287SW.
It should arrive next week. Planing to play it stock or add 1g at 12 and Lynx Tour 1.25 (Should add about 33 SW Pts given string and head shape) and play around with some gramms under the buttcap.

Not sure though if that was the right pick to get stability and maneuverablility and avoid the clunkyness some were reporting.
I'll see. Can't wait to take it on the court, but winter season ist so annoying, I'm lucky If I get two hours on court aweek.
My experience at 323sw on a shop demo and 327 on my longer-term demo was that there wasn’t any need to add weight. I could switch to this happily if required to. It’s a very nice mold and layup. Some of that classic Head feel with the plushness and sensation of the throat flexing without the mass that you typically find in frames with that quality (PT57A, some older prestiges, older Volkl 10 series to a degree). Stable hoop - firm but not harsh. Enough outgoing ball speed that I wasn’t ever left wanting. Not explosive and zippy like the PA98 or Ezone98 where I feel like the frame adds extra, but the GT98 is not anemic at all. Open pattern caused no issues except durability for me coming from lots of time with 18x20 patterns. If anything, it only enhances things. I get the sensation the strings are digging into the ball and spitting it out with spin more than most frames I’ve tested in a long time.

Most of the mass seems to be concentrated in the top half of the hoop, so you have to stay on the gas for control in some situations. That’s true with any racquet, as it’s how the ball is controlled. I just found myself having to do it a bit more than with my blades. Maybe it’s adjustment, maybe it’s the frame itself. Not a bazooka or direct PA98 replacement IMO, but if you don’t swing quickly and achieve quality contact, the ball can sail (duh). An easy adjustment in the end, but it’s the one half-negative I can come up with here.

Honestly, I loved it. After 20 minutes of getting adjusted, I was able to play my usual game and had no complaints. I got a slightly bigger ball than my usual racquets according to my hitting partners. After the initial acclimation period, I did not feel like I had to be careful with my shots like with the PA98, Vcore98, and other powerful 98s.

I am more comfortable with the blade 98, as I have played with that for years - I am so instantly comfortable and confident in my execution when I return to my blades that a switch isn’t worth it right now. If I were in a place where I wanted to put effort into a switch, this would be a top contender.
 
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Hesi

New User
Anyone have any experience with this racket as well as the Blade Pro 98 (16x19)? If so, any thoughts comparing the two?
 
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