New Racquets

[MMargoni]

I am 16 years old, when I was 13 I bought i pure aero team, now I am feeling way lighter than I would like, so I was looking to buy a new one. As I am a more aggressive and strong player I was looking for a racquet with more control.
I just tested de vcore pro 97(310) and I loved it but I would like to have just a little more power, do you know any other racquets?

 

[hurworld]

How about VCore Pro 100? Or still go with VCore Pro 97 (310) but switch to more powerful string set-up?

 

[MMargoni]

This could be a good idea, the demo I tried has this copolymer string called "URAGANO", it is a more control focused string.

 

[MMargoni]

So I was thinking now to string it with a multi, which one should I use as I do not string with much frequency I would prefer a more durable one.

 

[25-TENNIS]

I am 16 years old, when I was 13 I bought i pure aero team, now I am feeling way lighter than I would like, so I was looking to buy a new one. As I am a more aggressive and strong player I was looking for a racquet with more control.
I just tested de vcore pro 97(310) and I loved it but I would like to have just a little more power, do you know any other racquets?

The Vcore Pro 100 is a very good racket. Perfect balance of power and control. I haven't tried the VCP97 310 though.

 

[MasterZeb]

Try pure aero vs

 

[MMargoni]

The Vcore Pro 100 is a very good racket. Perfect balance of power and control. I haven't tried the VCP97 310 though.

I was thinking about this one too. However, I believe I will string with a multi like tnt2

 

[MMargoni]

Try pure aero vs

I tried it already

 

[MasterZeb]

I tried it already

What’s your feedback in terms of power control weight and feel?

 

[MMargoni]

What’s your feedback in terms of power control weight and feel?

I liked it but I would prefer with a bit more control with more handle heavier

 

[MMargoni]

In the serve the vcore pro 97 really helped me

 

[Lorenn]

In the serve the vcore pro 97 really helped me

I would recommend the radical 360+ if it was released yet January time frame.

Speed Pro/MP
Extreme Tour
Prince Textreme Tour 290/310

 

[MMargoni]

I tested the old radical and for me it gets off the court so easily

 

[MMargoni]

I was looking for the pure strike
Maybe?

 

[Lorenn]

I tested the old radical and for me it gets off the court so easily

Which old radical?

 

[MMargoni]

The currently one

 

[Lorenn]

The currently one

360+ >360

 

[MMargoni]

360

360+ >360

 

[Lorenn]

360

Ok lets try again 360+ is far superior to the 360.

 

[MMargoni]

Does it give me more control, that is what i am looking for, i already hit it very hard

 

[Lorenn]

Does it give me more control, that is what i am looking for, i already hit it very hard

I find the control great with Radical 360+ racquets. They don't typically give extra power unless you buy the OS. What I like about Radicals is you can played controlled or turn it up a notch and switch back and forth quickly. Of course I am slightly biased as my previous racquets were Radicals up to the LM Radical. Looking at the other racquets you like and are considering you would likely work well with a Radical.

Basically for head it tends to be (least to most power)
Presitge...Gravity/Radical...Speed Series...Extreme series

The problem with the Radical series was the last few generations were not properly dialed in ... The 360+ plays well and would be what I would recommend to someone who asked what you asked. It is my wheelhouse because you are picking racquets I would ponder using for myself at your age. Basically if it was me I would try Gravity, Radical, Speed series.,Prince Textreme Tours and the mentioned Yonex.

 

[MMargoni]

Thanks so much, the yonex you said it is the vcore(red) or the vcore pro?

 

[Dragy]

I just tested de vcore pro 97(310) and I loved it but I would like to have just a little more power

If you need more power in the stick you can throw in just a bit of lead tape at 12. If you need better response on off-center hits, put some at 3&9 area of the hoop as well. Something like total of 3-4g balanced with 5-6g in the handle (or leather replacement grip), acompanied with 2-3 lbs string tension drop will provide healthy power buff while keeping overall racquet feel at similar level.

 

[ryushen21]

I am 16 years old, when I was 13 I bought i pure aero team, now I am feeling way lighter than I would like, so I was looking to buy a new one. As I am a more aggressive and strong player I was looking for a racquet with more control.
I just tested de vcore pro 97(310) and I loved it but I would like to have just a little more power, do you know any other racquets?

Look at the standard VCore line. They should have a little more free power to them.

 

[MMargoni]

If you need more power in the stick you can throw in just a bit of lead tape at 12. If you need better response on off-center hits, put some at 3&9 area of the hoop as well. Something like total of 3-4g balanced with 5-6g in the handle (or leather replacement grip), acompanied with 2-3 lbs string tension drop will provide healthy power buff while keeping overall racquet feel at similar level.

I will do that, should i put a full bed of multi too

 

[Dragy]

I will do that, should i put a full bed of multi too

It depends on your style and level of play. How are you training, where are you competing?
Have you tried poly at low tensions? Like below 50 lbs?

 

[MMargoni]

I play 3 or 4 times per week

 

[Dragy]

I play 3 or 4 times per week

Ok, so you can try multi, might give you easier power and comfort.

 

[MMargoni]

I was thinking about gamma tnt2 or velocity mlt, they are cheaper

 

[MMargoni]

I am very new to strings, i used to just give it to my coach to string it for me

 

[MMargoni]

How about Volkl Power -Fiber II at 48lb?

 

[Lorenn]

I was thinking about gamma tnt2 or velocity mlt, they are cheaper

I like Velocity MLT...

 

[MMargoni]

I like Velocity MLT...

i saw some rally nice reviews, but I am still in doubt if I go with a poly or multi.

 

[MMargoni]

As I said I have never used so many strings

 

[Lorenn]

As I said I have never used so many strings

Poly I feel works best when dialing in a racquet. I like Multi when exploring new racquets. Strings have a large impact on various racquets and I find using poly sometimes gives a wrong feel when exploring a new racquet...at least for me. SO I tend to start with Velocity and then explore from there.

 

[MMargoni]

Understand, but multi should be strung it at higher tension right?
Like 55 would be good?I was thinking to string poly at 48.

 

[Lorenn]

Understand, but multi should be strung it at higher tension right?
Like 55 would be good?I was thinking to string poly at 48.

Depends on what you are aiming for and the racquet. I find the middle of the range a great place to start unless you are picking a racquet outside your comfort zone. SO if I am picking a racquet with extra power I might go up 2-4 pounds from middle of its range. This allows me to experience the racquet in a neutral setting. Poly tends to do better at low weight because it needs the boost. Normallly I string racquets for the first time between 52-56 with multi...I will use poly if someone I trust says you should really use poly from day one

 

[MMargoni]

understood

 

[SinneGOAT]

I liked it but I would prefer with a bit more control with more handle heavier

Try the Yonex ezone 98, and If it’s too light add weight. Also try the pure aero standard or tour, as they are a little heavier and more headlight but will play similar.

 

[MMargoni]

And how about yonex Rexis?

Depends on what you are aiming for and the racquet. I find the middle of the range a great place to start unless you are picking a racquet outside your comfort zone. SO if I am picking a racquet with extra power I might go up 2-4 pounds from middle of its range. This allows me to experience the racquet in a neutral setting. Poly tends to do better at low weight because it needs the boost. Normallly I string racquets for the first time between 52-56 with multi...I will use poly if someone I trust says you should really use poly from day one

 

[MMargoni]

Try the Yonex ezone 98, and If it’s too light add weight. Also try the pure aero standard or tour, as they are a little heavier and more headlight but will play similar.

Does the ezone give me control?

 

[SinneGOAT]

Does the ezone give me control?

It will be more controlled than the aero. It is a fantastic racquet and similar to the vcore 97 but with just a little more pop.

 

[MMargoni]

It will be more controlled than the aero. It is a fantastic racquet and similar to the vcore 97 but with just a little more pop.

Understood, and how about the vcore(red)?

 

[SinneGOAT]

Understood, and how about the vcore(red)?

Never tried it but the vcore based off of TW reviews will be more controlled than the ezone with a slightly more open string pattern. Even though it is slightly more open it will be more controlled due to thinner beam overall and low flex.

 

[MMargoni]

I was wanting to test the cyclone with the vcore pro 97, i think it will give me a ice fit.