Head Gravity Tour 98 vs Head Extreme Pro

[Templium]

Hi!
I'm torn between the Head Gravity Tour 98 and the Head Extreme Pro.
What do you think?
I love the Gravity Tour, but I just tested the Extreme Pro and it's the best serves of my life.^^ And it's more maneuverable.

 

[julianokay]

As somebody that has used both, I initially switched from Extreme Pro to the GT98 for about 3 months, but I have switched back to the EP.

GT98 is really addictive in the feel department, but in overall higher level playability the EP just wins in pretty much every category.
The string bed on the GT98 was just too unpredictable for me in the long run, I could not dial it in even with thicker strings.
edit: (If the GT98 was 18x20, I think it might be one of the best sticks ever made)

If you're looking for feel and fun, GT98.
If you're looking for all out performance, Extreme Pro.

 

[Templium]

As somebody that has used both, I initially switched from Extreme Pro to the GT98 for about 3 months, but I have switched back to the EP.

GT98 is really addictive in the feel department, but in overall higher level playability the EP just wins in pretty much every category.
The string bed on the GT98 was just too unpredictable for me in the long run, I could not dial it in even with thicker strings.
edit: (If the GT98 was 18x20, I think it might be one of the best sticks ever made)

If you're looking for feel and fun, GT98.
If you're looking for all out performance, Extreme Pro.

Thanks for your feedback.
And what string configuration do you use for the Head Extreme Pro?
I just tested it with Lynx Tour; it's really good, but a bit stiff.

 

[julianokay]

what string configuration do you use for the Head Extreme Pro?

My favorites so far are Pure Rush and O Toro Tour. Haven't had any issues with my elbow.
Also found that the Extreme Pro responds very well to lower tensions (mid to high 40s).
I currently string mine at 52/50.

 

[Templium]

Il love Pure Rush in my Gravity Tour, I go test in Extreme pro

 

[TheNadural]

Anyone else compare these two?

 

[Nicedropshott]

Generally speaking Gravity tour is for those who always play offensive and rip the ball. Half strokes don’t work well. It’s begs you for racket head speed . Extreme is more laid back for those who want to wear your opponent down with loopy spin in long rallies. It’s comfortable but feel is more vague than gravity .

 

[Big_Dangerous]

Generally speaking Gravity tour is for those who always play offensive and rip the ball. Half strokes don’t work well. It’s begs you for racket head speed . Extreme is more laid back for those who want to wear your opponent down with loopy spin in long rallies. It’s comfortable but feel is more vague than gravity .

In my experience the GT98 has some of the best stability amongst the 98s that I've used. I found half volleys to be rather impressive with my GT98 and the only weight I added was just a leather grip in the handle, no hoop weight needed.

 

[CroPlayer]

I’ve been playing with the GT98 as my main racquet for a while now, and I’ve also spent a good amount of time with the Extreme Pro. In my opinion, the GT98 is what the Extreme Pro should be. The Extreme Pro feels more like a control-oriented frame with some spin potential, while the GT98 feels more like a spin/power racquet with a solid level of control.

For me personally:
Power: GT98 > EP
Control: EP > GT98
Comfort: GT98 > EP
Spin: GT98 > EP
Feel: GT98 > EP

Overall, I see the GT98 as a racquet designed for an aggressive baseline player who wants to dictate play with depth, spin and controlled power, rather than relying purely on flat control.