just ordered vantage..............

[iscottius]

I am currently using ncode 6.1 95. I like it alot, but it can be a tad heavy. I recieved the grade 2 sponsorship from vantage so I decided to replace my 3 Ncode's with three vantage 100 square inch, 320 grams, 27", 9 points headlight.

Paul has been extremely flexible in his dealings with me, he is sending me out one built frame to my specs, and the bag hat shirt strings o grips etc. If the specs are right, he will send me the other two to match, if not I will ship the racquet back to him and he will send me another one to try. Once I am happy I will have three matched frames.

The grade 2 sponsorship is priced very well, you are basically paying a similiar price per frame for a "big brand" racquet, and getting the goodies--bag hat shirt string overgrips and CUSTOMIZATION for free.

 

[tennisguy11]

Nice, I also liked the nsix-one but it was a tad too much to swing for me also. Please post how the vantages play

 

[iscottius]

will do......

 

[AndrewD]

iscottius,

When you were discussing specs with Paul, did you go into swingweight at all and why, since you were using the nSix-One, did you opt for the 100sq frame instead of just a 95sq?

Can I also ask, what sort of tennis background do you have that you were able to gain sponsorship?

 

[iscottius]

iscottius,

When you were discussing specs with Paul, did you go into swingweight at all and why, since you were using the nSix-One, did you opt for the 100sq frame instead of just a 95sq?

Can I also ask, what sort of tennis background do you have that you were able to gain sponsorship?

Andrew,
I had paul send me a 100 square in frame, It was very nice feeling racquet, except it was too powerful for me, So as always__Vantage/Paul is taking it back and sending me the same specs in the 95 head racquet>

specs are:

95
27
320
10 pts
16 x 19
guestimated swingweight with Paul's input low 320's

as for my qualifications for sponsorship, i filled out the form on the website. I am the captain and play for a successful 4.5 team, I have won my club championship and have won or been a finalist in a few local tournaments. I also have two children who I am teaching as well.

If you want to buy vantage, the half price sale is equal to the sponsorship.

I will keep you posted when the 95's arrive.

 

[Chauvalito]

Vantage Racquet (code 322106)
Frame size 100sq", String pattern 16x19, Stiffness 70 RA, Length 27", Weight & Balance 310g / 11.0oz, 315mm / 9pts HL, Colour black, Handle shape 3, Handle size 3 - 4 3/8", Grip PU White, Cover Full Deluxe

Both are for my brother, I hope they are not to light for him...

 

[jonajjs]

Iscottius,

When you originally registered for the sponsorship on the form did it just say that it sent it, or did u have to take it and send it urself? I just filled one out and it sent it. I am also wondering how long it takes to receive a response from Vantage?

Thank You

 

[tennisee]

I like the idea of Vantage (and the look of the frames!) - and applied for the sponsorship to see what would happen. It took a month or so, but I was told I had grade 2 - which is a nicely priced deal for 2 racquets + gear; maybe 2/3 normal price? And then any stuff you buy after that is also cheaper. By the time it came through the season had started and I had already kitted up, so I didn't take it up; I thought I might do it next season if I wanted more racquets.

I did, however, order a matched pair of frames in the half price sale - which took the price down from about $AUD440 (grade 2) to $AUD300 delivered. I don't get the bag and extras, but I was also happy about not feeling any need to be an ambassador if I didn't want to.

So I'll see what they're like; I was reassured that an email I sent through via the feedback was answered within 24hrs - I'm sure they're busy at the moment. I expect the frames may take a while to arrive.

By the way - I'm no great player; I'm a 44 yo relative newcomer playing his first year of comp on grass in Div 3. I said this on the form.

 

[iscottius]

Iscottius,

When you originally registered for the sponsorship on the form did it just say that it sent it, or did u have to take it and send it urself? I just filled one out and it sent it. I am also wondering how long it takes to receive a response from Vantage?

Thank You

you will recieve an answer from vantage in about 3-4 weeks. they are quite busy right now with the sale.

 

[shavenstringer]

you will recieve an answer from vantage in about 3-4 weeks. they are quite busy right now with the sale.

How do you know it will take so long. Do you work for them ?

 

[BLiND]

A few people have managed to speak to Paul, I have and he said he did not expect the sale to be so popular... he will be very busy for a while building racquets!

 

[Craig Sheppard]

A few people have managed to speak to Paul, I have and he said he did not expect the sale to be so popular... he will be very busy for a while building racquets!

This should tell him that he has a fabulous idea in his company, but that they might be priced too high... I'm not sure if you can make the business work at a lower price, but if he's looking for more sales, I think he's only a few price cuts away. 50% is steep, but that's a great way to get your product in people's hands. If he discounted it 25%, maybe more people would buy... if you can get a custom racquet for the same price as a stock one, who wouldn't do that? Of course I have no idea how his business was doing before this sale.

 

[iscottius]

How do you know it will take so long. Do you work for them ?

no, i do not work for them, I am speaking from my experience with them. I also have been in communication with them regarding my order