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That's interesting, in what way ? I might have to buy some 18x20s now lol.As a lifelong 16x19 user, i found blades to play better in 18x20
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That's interesting, in what way ? I might have to buy some 18x20s now lol.As a lifelong 16x19 user, i found blades to play better in 18x20
That's interesting, in what way ? I might have to buy some 18x20s now lol.
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I found the 16x19 to be unpredictable and unstable. Found it to be a slightly tamer version of the PS97. I reluctantly tried an 18x20 and it was just night and day. The blades are the only racket ive tried where the different string patterns played such a big difference in the racket characteristics.
Anyone still rocking the 2013 Blade as their main? I just bought a brand new 18x20 online and can’t wait to get it. Stunned at the 2HL. Definitely slapping a leather grip on it.
I’m gonna try 4G on it but will l likely revert to Hyper G 1.20.
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How is the 2013 playing for you?
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I actually really liked it but the 4G stiffness got to me after a couple days. I need to cut it out and put another string in there. Tempted to switch haha. But getting a second one in good condition will be tough.
Every hit is magical when your hitting partner is TT 2.5 rated.Had a hit with the 2015 blade 18x20. It was magical. That is all.
As a lifelong 16x19 user, i found blades to play better in 18x20
Tighter is always better!Same for me. Everyone around me was buying those open string patterns and I've stuck with 18x20.
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Same for me. Everyone around me was buying those open string patterns and I've stuck with 18x20.
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As long as you have good technique and long strokes.![]()
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Time for a change? 2007 Blade. All banged up but I never seriously smashed it. Thrown it away hundreds of times though. Got a feeling lately that it isn't as tight as it once was.
Will know more soon. Hitting with @snoflewis in 3 hours.Curious to see how @mad dog1 's 2015 blade session went.
Just finished hitting with my bud, @snoflewis
Having owned blades in the past and always finding them too sluggish and loglike, this new blade is just AWESOME! Unreal. Perfect platform frame. 2015 comfort and feel. SW and balance is great. If anything, I can afford to bump up the SW a little more. Hits a great ball. Frame is super stable and rock solid. Bigger sweet spot than the ultra tour. Control and spin are spot on. This is a keeper.
huge thanks to snoflewis for the hookup on this amazing stick.
Hopefully this is the right thread to ask this question...
How does the kBlade 98 compared to the v7? One thing I do know is that v7 has great comfort and feel but maybe kBlade has slightly more power due to the higher stiffness rating? I have yet to see the comparison between those two rackets. I just grabbed an unused kBlade from my local store since it's pretty cheap, and have been considering to buy v7 but I was hesitant if the Blade line is for me.
(I am using Head Speed Pro and Ezone DR 98, if that's useful for point of reference as well).
Where are you located? I would love to buy your Kblade or one from your local store.
In addition to the stiffness, the kblade will swing faster and may be less stable. It has less weight in the head than the v7. Also, the kblade does not have parallel drilling.
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How are you liking the 2013 Blade? And can you compare to other Blade versions, e.g. CV, v7?![]()
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The 2013 Blade 18x20 with ALU Power at 49/46LBS. Looks clean.
I’m sure it will hit just as nicely if not better than 4G.
How are you liking the 2013 Blade? And can you compare to other Blade versions, e.g. CV, v7?
Just strung up a new Blade 98 2013 (18x20) and played a match tonight.
Used this frame for a few years when it came out. What a trip down memory lane!
Fabulous frame IMO, great control, feel and decent power. Was painting the lines for fun
Any love for the 2013 Blade here???
Volkl Cyclone 1.20 at 48lbsYup. What did you string it with and at what tension/gauge?
I’m about to acquire a pro stock Blade from one of my online racquet-seller acquaintances. It’s in CV paint, with an 18x20 pattern and parallel drilling. According to him it is not a 2015 or CV model, but a completely different layup. He says it plays softer and pockets more than the v7 models, and is the most PT57 feeling pro stock he has tried from Wilson. Obviously PT comparisons get thrown around on here all the time, but I know he has a lot of experience with Wilson’s pro stock models and is one of the most reliable sellers online.
After looking at the pics the frame is definitely not an H19 or 22, it has the newer keyhole-ish shaft of the CV and v7 Blades.
The seller got a batch of these frames from some high-level juniors who were switching over to the new v7 paint. I think it’s kind of interesting Wilson is offering special layup Blades to juniors, since I was under the impression Blade pro stocks were simply previous iterations of the line. Take Tsisitpas for instance who is allegedly using the 2013 Blade. If a pro player wanted a custom layup, I assumed Wilson would give them an H22 or H19 mold.
Anyone have any experience with custom layup Blades? I will be sure to post all my findings once I receive the frame!
PS: I know I raved in this thread about the 2013 Blade the other day and have one of those on the way as well. I can’t get enough of the feel and weight distribution of these frames, it’s simply perfect for my game. Long live the Blade!
The v7 18x20 is a stud. Not sure I would be willing to pay a premium for a pro stock over the v7. Let us know how it plays!
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Except it’s not hype.ordered a blade 2015 18x20...need to see what all the hype is about
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ordered a blade 2015 18x20...need to seewhat all the hype is aboutwhy it's legendary
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I use Alu Power in my Blade CV 18x20 at 25/24kg. Tried many different strings, but this one fits best for the frame. What also liked was the Wilson Revolve SpinAnyone here use Alu Power or Rough as their go-to string in 18x20 Blade? What tensions and how does it work our compared to other strings you have tried? Thanks
Anyone here use Alu Power or Rough as their go-to string in 18x20 Blade? What tensions and how does it work our compared to other strings you have tried? Thanks
I'm enjoying Cyclone in my Blade for sure but keen to try my regular Luxilon in thereI haven't used that string, but I've used Weiss Cannon Red Ghost (1.18mm) and that worked really well. I noticed you used Volkl Cyclone 1.20mm. I used the Volkl Cyclone 18L (1.15mm) in my Fischer VT Pro 95 and it was amazing (it has a very high spin rate in thin gauge compared to other Cyclone gauges). I plan to use it in my Blade 98 18x20 (2015), as well as, in my Blade Pro Stock (nBlade with 2013 paint job and Silicone in the handle).