Head YT Speed 18x20 V Head YT Prestige MP

[roundiesee]

For players who have tried both these rackets, would appreciate if you could compare and contrast these 2; the specs are actually quite similar (below). If you could also write down which racket you prefer and why. Thanks.

Speed->
Head Size:
100 sq. in. / 645 sq. cm.
Length: 27 inches / 69 cm
Strung Weight: 11.8oz / 335g
Balance: 7pts Head Light
Swingweight: 317
Stiffness: 65
Beam Width: 20 mm Straight Beam
Composition: Graphite/D30
String Pattern:
18 Mains / 20 Crosses

Prestige MP->
Head Size:
98 sq. in. / 632.26 sq. cm.
Length: 27 inches / 68.58 cm
Strung Weight: 11.9oz / 337.36g
Balance: 7 pts HL
Swingweight: 318
Stiffness: 63
Beam Width: 21mm Straight Beam
Composition: d3o / Graphite
String Pattern:
18 Mains / 20 Crosses

 

[mrtrinh]

im pretty sure i saw a thread similar to this a few days. I've had both rackets and I found them quite similar. the speed is a little more forgiving granted its round and bigger head size and has slightly more power than the prestige. The prestige mp is definitely more control oriented and having a good proper technique is a must to bring out the rackets full potential.

I dont play with either of them anymore because I find them to heavy. But if I had to pick and choose I would go with the prestige.

 

[roundiesee]

im pretty sure i saw a thread similar to this a few days. I've had both rackets and I found them quite similar. the speed is a little more forgiving granted its round and bigger head size and has slightly more power than the prestige. The prestige mp is definitely more control oriented and having a good proper technique is a must to bring out the rackets full potential.

I dont play with either of them anymore because I find them too heavy. But if I had to pick and choose I would go with the prestige.

Thanks! So which racket are using at the moment?
You're right to say that the Speed is "heavy"; I use a leather grip to enhance the static weight, but otherwise I play with it stock and don't find the need to add lead at all. Wish I could demo the Prestige MP though

 

[roundiesee]

Just bumping up this thread to see if there's anyone who can help compare these 2 frames, thanks.

 

[mang0ra1n]

Just bumping up this thread to see if there's anyone who can help compare these 2 frames, thanks.

I demo'd the speed and the prestige the other day and hit with them for quite a bit, and my personal choice would be the prestige. I made bigger shots and it was quite easy to control, I ended up shanking a couple of shots with the speed, but if the prestige didnt exist, i would of went to the speed.

 

[Backhanded Compliment]

That's the thing about prestige's they encourage you to play better. They dont fill in your gaps as much as demand you to bring a better game. I find them addictively confidence building, while encouraging good mechanics. Win Win if you can handle it.