I need new sticks.

[PhxRacket]

Good day,
I am looking for a racquet that meets the following criteria:
11.4-12.0 ozs.
5-7 pts HL
320s SW
96-100 sq in
16x19

I am old and developed TE recently that I have very nearly beaten. I am back to playing and my old BLX Blade 98, even strung with a soft multi, feels a little uncomfortable. I have demoed too many racquets over the last four or five months. I have liked some and not others. Bear in mind, I had active TE that I stubbornly ignored during some of the demos. Here is a list of what I demoed:
Volkl SG V1 Pro, 8 315, 10 295/320/325
Wilson Blade 98 16x19 and 18x20, Ultra 97/100
Babolat Pure Strike 16x19, PAT, PA, PD, PDT
Yonex DR 98/100, Duel G 310
HEAD Extreme Pro
Prince Textreme 100T/100P/95

 

[Lord Anomander]

I've read the ProKennex helped a lot of players with TE. Maybe you could try one of these? Of course string choice and tension is important too

 

[Tour_G]

Prince Textreme Warrior 100.

 

[MixedMaster]

I would think the Dunlap Biometric 3.0 might be a good stick for you. I've heard they are really comfortable and I believe they fall within the specs you were looking for.

 

[Daniel_K]

Tt95 is really comfortavle even strung wjth full poly

 

[Crocodile]

If your priority is to protect yourself from arm problems I would try to Play with different racquets under various conditions.
I found that some racquets that were comfortable for me when playing with 3.0 players did not work well for 5.5 players as mass became more of a requirement for me with the style of game I had. How you play and in terms of technique and the level you play will be important factors.
For example as a frame itself the technology behind the Volkl Organix V1 Pro is great for my arm when I play with most average tennis players. However once start hitting with a very strong player this frame becomes insubstantial for me because the weight and balance are not right, so I end up changing to something like a Yonex V Core 330 and then I'm fine.
At the end of the day you just need to get out there and test some frames out and use a multi filament.
My list that I think you might want to try include:
1. V1 Pro - both Organix and SG version
2. PK KI 5 320
3. Yonex Duel G 310
4. Pacific X Force Pro 320
5. Prince Textreme 100P (Even though it's 18/20)
Not really keen on the Head, Wilson or Babolat frames if arm comfort is important as the ones I've listed above will serve you better.

 

[PhxRacket]

Tt95 is really comfortavle even strung wjth full poly

I will be staying away from poly for the time being. I remember liking this demo. It didn't feel low powered to me. I am hesitant because it is heavy and my dominant forearm still tires quickly from the TE strain.

 

[PhxRacket]

If your priority is to protect yourself from arm problems I would try to Play with different racquets under various conditions.
I found that some racquets that were comfortable for me when playing with 3.0 players did not work well for 5.5 players as mass became more of a requirement for me with the style of game I had. How you play and in terms of technique and the level you play will be important factors.
For example as a frame itself the technology behind the Volkl Organix V1 Pro is great for my arm when I play with most average tennis players. However once start hitting with a very strong player this frame becomes insubstantial for me because the weight and balance are not right, so I end up changing to something like a Yonex V Core 330 and then I'm fine.
At the end of the day you just need to get out there and test some frames out and use a multi filament.
My list that I think you might want to try include:
1. V1 Pro - both Organix and SG version
2. PK KI 5 320
3. Yonex Duel G 310
4. Pacific X Force Pro 320
5. Prince Textreme 100P (Even though it's 18/20)
Not really keen on the Head, Wilson or Babolat frames if arm comfort is important as the ones I've listed above will serve you better.

Thanks for the awesome response. I am thinking about picking up some Organix V1 Pros from the Used section. I didn't like the lack of control from the SG V1 Pro.

 

[SpinToWin]

I honestly think you'd love the Angell TC 97, but I can understand if you're hesitant to shell out money for a non-demo frame. Consider it though, especially since the frames are relatively easy to sell later on exactly due to the lack of demos.

 

[Christian Olsson]

I will be staying away from poly for the time being. I remember liking this demo. It didn't feel low powered to me. I am hesitant because it is heavy and my dominant forearm still tires quickly from the TE strain.

Haven't got TE but I def feel when it's just a bit harsh and I can't say enough good things about the Volkl sg10 295, it's super stable for its weight, I have 28 g in the handle and now 7g spread under bumper guard but since I strung it with origin mains and lux 4g at 22/20 it feels so classic and plush. I probably could remove all of the weight and just play it as is with that string bed.. I'd stay away from stiffer racquets as well, The 320 mid was so harsh on the arm for me despite sound swing tech. Hope you find the racquet as well.


Völkl super g 10 295 (now 330 g with og and dampener) in search for string..

 

[lucky44]

Check Wilson BLX 5, it has triad technology in it, supposed to be the best.

 

[Tim Bereika]

My rec would be to demo some more Volkl racquets. The specs on the V-Sense 8 (315g) seem to be right where you like them and they have a great dampening system in the handle to boot. Good luck!

 

[TennisCJC]

volkl sg10 295, or volkl v1 pro, or prince TT95, or prince 100p. Volkl's are very good for TE and the prince's are soft comfortable frames too. I've owned or demo-ed all of that and they are all very good frames. I would use a little lead tape to get to your targeted SW and balance.

 

[JohnBPittsburgh]

Have you ever tried the Prince Tour 16x18? (Or looked into it and it's ultra flexy, thin beamed, super soft feel)