Just bought Wilson [K] Six-One Team 95 on clearout sale.

[cueboyzn]

I just bought a [K] Factor Six-One Team 95 as an upgrade to my Wilson N5 98 that I got two years ago, when I just picked up playing again after ten years. I'm 31 and looking to get back into the game on a semi-competitive (club) and recreational level, and also for fitness reasons. I felt the heavier [K] Six-Ones were a bit too demanding for my current fitness level, and so went for the lighter version [K] 6.1 Team 95 (10.9oz strung).

These racquets have just been marked down from $270 to $200 here, and having bought one I was thinking whether to go back and get the last one as a spare, as there were only two left on the rack.

I have hit with a friend's [K] 6.1 Team a few times before and is a really nice racquet, not too heavy like the other Wilson [K] Factors, but a nice player-oriented control racquet. It also looks great -although that wasn't the main criteria- but it was a bonus. With the Wilson N5 I found I often hit long and slices ballooned and refused to stay low, which I felt was due to the lightness and overall power level of the Wilson N5.

My question is: how important is having two racquets if you are serious about playing at club or semi-serious recreational level? Is it a good idea to have two of the same stick? They appear to be clearing out the Wilson [K] Factor line over here where I live and I am worried I might later regret not getting a backup stick when I had the chance (i.e. now) after they are all gone.

Would appreciate any advice from experienced players. Would you say the Wilson [K] Factor 6.1 Team 95 is a good upgrade choice from the Wilson N5, and should I be thinking seriously about having two in my bag instead of one?

Thanks :twisted:

 

[levy1]

I just bought a [K] Factor Six-One Team 95 as an upgrade to my Wilson N5 98 that I got two years ago, when I just picked up playing again after ten years. I'm 31 and looking to get back into the game on a semi-competitive (club) and recreational level, and also for fitness reasons. I felt the heavier [K] Six-Ones were a bit too demanding for my current fitness level, and so went for the lighter version [K] 6.1 Team 95 (10.9oz strung).

These racquets have just been marked down from $270 to $200 here, and having bought one I was thinking whether to go back and get the last one as a spare, as there were only two left on the rack.

I have hit with a friend's [K] 6.1 Team a few times before and is a really nice racquet, not too heavy like the other Wilson [K] Factors, but a nice player-oriented control racquet. It also looks great -although that wasn't the main criteria- but it was a bonus. With the Wilson N5 I found I often hit long and slices ballooned and refused to stay low, which I felt was due to the lightness and overall power level of the Wilson N5.

My question is: how important is having two racquets if you are serious about playing at club or semi-serious recreational level? Is it a good idea to have two of the same stick? They appear to be clearing out the Wilson [K] Factor line over here where I am (South Africa) and I am worried I might later regret not getting a backup stick when I had the chance (i.e. now) after they are all gone.

Would appreciate any advice from experienced players. Would you say the Wilson [K] Factor 6.1 Team 95 is a good upgrade choice from the Wilson N5, and should I be thinking seriously about having two in my bag instead of one?

Thanks :twisted:

I always have two racquets in my bag. I want one on hand if I break a string which I have only done once in 35 years. My main reason is so I can try different string setups and different tentions. They are usually strung 2-5 lbs different. For example when I play on clay I always want a little more power so I use the lower strung racquet. I can always switch between the two for more power or more control.

 

[JackB1]

I think its important to have a 2nd similar feeling/playing racquet. Two of the same would be best, but as long as they feel the same, I think it wouldn't matter.

 

[jwbarrientos]

Best advice in that area I got was ... have two racquets (same model, string setup), especially if you are gonna play in tournament, even recreational level.

 

[basil J]

I always have 2-3 of the same frames in case a string breaks, and so I can try different string set up and have a basis for comparison. Once I settle on a string set up I usually rotate my frames every time I play so I get better string life.

 

[dadozen]

Having at least a pair of my preferred racquets is a must for me. I don't want to change to a different racquet if I'm in the middle of a tournament game, and trying different strings and tensions is also another great reason to have two identical racquets.

 

[ClubHoUno]

I have 4 of the same Bab Pst GT, two strung with Bab VS 16 MAINS and Signum Hyperion crosses and two strung with Signum Tornado mains and Bab Tonic+ 16 crosses.

I have 3 of the same Bab Ps Limited GT, all strung with the same hybrid of Bab VS 17 mains and Bab VS 16 crosses at same tension 28x28 kg.

I like to have at least two of the same setup frames, but also like to experiment with different string setup. Used to only play with the same strin setup and then change all my racquets at the same time to a new string setup - but found that it's better to experiment with different string setups at the same time rather than going from one setup to a completely new setup.

 

[ClubHoUno]

Bu the way, the K 6.1 Team is a great racquet for customization, but stock it's far too light and unstable for any kind of power game.

It's not a players frame until you customize it heavily.

 

[eagle]

I have two identical sticks with identical setup in terms of overgrip, strings, string tension, etc.

This affords me racquets with the same feel, weight, and performance potential.

r,
eagle

 

[cueboyzn]

Thanks to all who replied about the number of racquets.

Anyone care to comment on whether the [K] Six-One Team 95 is a good upgrade option from the Wilson N5 98?

 

[cueboyzn]

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[T-fighter]

200$ for a K6.1 Team??? Man, you got ripped of.
I bought mine 2 at 200 EUR for 2!

 

[ClubHoUno]

200$ for a K6.1 Team??? Man, you got ripped of.
I bought mine 2 at 200 EUR for 2!

FYI FYI FYI FYI !!

Aehhmmmmm.....you do realize there are $'s in several countries in the world

The guy is most likely from Canada, New Zealand or Aussie land.

 

[T-fighter]

FYI!!!

200 USD = 134 EUR
200 CAD = 125 EUR
200 AUd = 123 EUR
200 NZD = 97 EUR

So, unless he is from New Zealand, he paid a minimum of 23% to much.
You don't mind paying 23% to much???

 

[ClubHoUno]

FYI!!!

200 USD = 134 EUR
200 CAD = 125 EUR
200 AUd = 123 EUR
200 NZD = 97 EUR

So, unless he is from New Zealand, he paid a minimum of 23% to much.
You don't mind paying 23% to much???

So let's conclude, that the guy is either from New Zealand or he hasn't got a clue

 

[tennisdad65]

FYI!!!

200 USD = 134 EUR
200 CAD = 125 EUR
200 AUd = 123 EUR
200 NZD = 97 EUR

So, unless he is from New Zealand, he paid a minimum of 23% to much.
You don't mind paying 23% to much???

the guy said he is from South Africa.. maybe things are heavily taxed out there and that's probably about the best deal in South Africa..

 

[tennisdad65]

I have a Team 95 too. It is way too light and has even balance which I hate. You have to customize this racquet.

I added 1 oz lead pellets in the handle about 5 inches up the handle. Used gorilla glue sparingly and on drying it expands 3x to fill up the rest of the handle (probably another 0.2-0.4 oz ).

With gel grip, head tape, 5 gm dampener etc.. it is now the same as my other racquets.. ~13 oz and 9 pts HL..