Looking for any racquet suggestions, however outlandish they may be

[WJ155]

I like collecting some racquets myself, and I’ve recently been hooked on this Wilson Six.One 95 18x20 v13, even with probably a 350g weight (dunno about SW but it’s not customized with my strings being Diadem Solstice Black 1.20 @54 lbs). Before that, I loved my Head Extreme MP 2022 when I put Diadem Solstice Power 1.20 @57 lbs. I do wish I could get about more power out of my racquet (compared to the Six.One), and I know for a fact I can only scrape the tip of the iceberg when it comes to suggestions for something to look at next. I’d be looking for something that’s either a good racquet that is/will soon get updates (so the old ones go on sale and I can swipe one up), or something a model back that I could try to grab on the used market. I’m thinking something in the range of a 95-98 frame, any pattern that isn’t crazy, and maybe something on the customizable side (I like to add a leather grip and I’ve experimented with weight before, to definitely success). As I said earlier, give me any ideas, I’m all open.

P.S. if anyone wants to sell me their racquet, A) message me directly
B) I use 4 1/2 grip size (quite weird for tiny hands)

 

[WJ155]

For added context, I’m more of a baseliner with an extreme western grip

 

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CX200 Tour 18x20. I have two that I'm selling for dirt cheap. Let me know if you want one or both

 

[WJ155]

CX200 Tour 18x20. I have two that I'm selling for dirt cheap. Let me know if you want one or both

What year?

 

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What year?

Current gen

 

[TennisHound]

I like collecting some racquets myself, and I’ve recently been hooked on this Wilson Six.One 95 18x20 v13, even with probably a 350g weight (dunno about SW but it’s not customized with my strings being Diadem Solstice Black 1.20 @54 lbs). Before that, I loved my Head Extreme MP 2022 when I put Diadem Solstice Power 1.20 @57 lbs. I do wish I could get about more power out of my racquet (compared to the Six.One), and I know for a fact I can only scrape the tip of the iceberg when it comes to suggestions for something to look at next. I’d be looking for something that’s either a good racquet that is/will soon get updates (so the old ones go on sale and I can swipe one up), or something a model back that I could try to grab on the used market. I’m thinking something in the range of a 95-98 frame, any pattern that isn’t crazy, and maybe something on the customizable side (I like to add a leather grip and I’ve experimented with weight before, to definitely success). As I said earlier, give me any ideas, I’m all open.

P.S. if anyone wants to sell me their racquet, A) message me directly
B) I use 4 1/2 grip size (quite weird for tiny hands)

I think all you need to do is add lead to your Extreme MP from 10 to 2 at the hoop. If you really wanted to change the racquet, add lead the length of the head guard. It will play completely different.

 

[WJ155]

I think all you need to do is add lead to your Extreme MP from 10 to 2 at the hoop. If you really wanted to change the racquet, add lead the length of the head guard. It will play completely different.

So, that does make sense. I do currently have about 15 grams of weight scattered throughout the racquet (31.3 cm balance, 300 SW unstrung, 320g unstrung), but I find control very unreliable even with the weight and really favor the six.one in basically every department. I feel the head size may be a little large, and the control to be lacking. That may be my form, but the drastic change when switching racquets does make me slightly believe otherwise.

 

[TennisHound]

So, that does make sense. I do currently have about 15 grams of weight scattered throughout the racquet (31.3 cm balance, 300 SW unstrung, 320g unstrung), but I find control very unreliable even with the weight and really favor the six.one in basically every department. I feel the head size may be a little large, and the control to be lacking. That may be my form, but the drastic change when switching racquets does make me slightly believe otherwise.

Sounds like you already know what you like/want.

 

[WJ155]

Sounds like you already know what you like/want.

Yes, I know the general spec of what I want.
However, I’m asking for advice on what to narrow it down closer to. 95-98 head size with any string pattern isn’t a huge start since so many racquets are 98 head size nowadays.

 

[NickJ]

Gravity 98 coming in a few months . . . .

 

[tele]

Yes, I know the general spec of what I want.
However, I’m asking for advice on what to narrow it down closer to. 95-98 head size with any string pattern isn’t a huge start since so many racquets are 98 head size nowadays.

tecnifibre tfight 305 is about to get updated, so the current model will likely get pretty cheap. I have not used it, but it sounds like it might be up your alley

 

[WJ155]

Gravity 98 coming in a few months . . . .

I would right… but that’s gonna be new and $270 and I’m not dropping that much on one

 

[WJ155]

tecnifibre tfight 305 is about to get updated, so the current model will likely get pretty cheap. I have not used it, but it sounds like it might be up your alley

that’s one of those that I had that I was definitely contemplating, 98 18x19, relatively low weight

 

[SirCraigoryy]

I would recommend you look into the Babolat Pure Aero 98 (current 2023 model), potentially due for an update next year or 2026 depending on whether Babolat is on a 2 or 3 year cycle? I think this frame is the perfect hybrid of your Extreme MP and Six.One 95 18x20 as it has a little bit of the best parts of both frames watered down ever so slightly in a headsize that is somewhere in the middle of the two.

According to TW it comes in at 11.4oz, 6ptsHL, and a swingweight of 321 strung with a stiffness rating of 65.

This is by far one of the best stock frames I have ever hit. It's rock solid, stable, maneuverable, and decent feeling (for a Babolat) at net. The16x20 string pattern (my favorite) and aerodynamic frame gives you plenty of easy access to both topspin and slice with a very controlled response. It has pretty easy power but tinkering with your string and tension can dial that in. In addition, considering you have been playing with a 6.1 95 you could probably add a leather grip and lead and still find it manageable.

Good luck!

 

[Tranqville]

It's rare that one model matches a request so perfectly, and it has been mentioned already. Tecnifibre T-Fight ISO 305. First, it has some Six.One DNA. It's a modern update to the concept - with more power and spin, but still with feel and ploughthrough. 18x19 string pattern is perfectly balancing control, power and spin - and the racquet is suprprisingly spin-friendly. ISO 305 supplies plenty of controllable easy power - playing it alongside traditional control frames feels like cheating. Second, it is an outgoing model that will be replaced in early 2025, so I expect some discounts soon. Third, many players love to customize it by adding weight to the handle, and most pros using it like Bublik (who actually uses the ISO, not just the paintjob) add 10-20g to the handle. Unfortunately, the buttcap is not removable so it's a bit of a hassle - but for many players, a leather grip would do. My customizer adds 10g of silicon inside the handle and it gives the frame a total prostock feel!

 

[AmericanTwist]

OP, I have a 2019 CX 200 Tour 18x/20 and two 2021 CX Tour 18x20 in 4 3/8. You might find a smaller grip better for a western grip. Otherwise, I have a few 2021 versions in 4 1/2 that I would sell. Btw, this is one of my mains that I play with. The 2019 version has more power at 64ra but the 2021 version at 62ra has a softer feel but still powerful enough for me. Message me if interested.

These frames are stable stock but perform even better with a bit of added weight. Kevin Anderson used to play with the Srixon CX Revo model, and I think Henry Patten, the UK dubs specialist plays with the current CX 200 Tour (not sure about flex/version though).