Nordicdots Tennis Racquets - Model99

Started playing with the frame again after hearing the air had cleared with the owner and such, really do have to say this is likely going to stay as my go-to match racquet alongside my TC97s. Probably the only frame I'll own multiple of outside of the Angells. Absolute bombs on serve and return and have hit a perfect stride on the one hander with it as well by this point. It certainly plays better with a more poppy, soft string than a more stiff, control string in my opinion as the dwell time really lets you let loose in whatever direction you need at the time.
Does It need customisation or is good to go stock? Seems light to me but thinking of buying one myself
 

ekucheraw

Rookie
Hows the launch angle low like 18x20 or is it more comparable to a 16x19
On the lower end. Not quite as low as a full 18x20 but definitely not as high as something like an Aero. More of a flat-hitting 16x19 angle if that makes sense.
Does It need customisation or is good to go stock? Seems light to me but thinking of buying one myself
I’ve not felt the need to add anything other than a leather grip but even then I played with it perfectly fine stock for the first week. I started off tonight’s hit with some instability and twisting on volleys in doubles but after readjusting (read: actually hitting the center of the frame) it was no longer an issue.

I think flatter players like myself will find it far more enjoyable than the spin-enjoyers though there’s still plenty there to appreciate.
 

cmendez79

Semi-Pro
I had my third session with the racquet yesterday.

As I mentioned, I normally use a G.Tour pro stock which is heavy and with high SW. But normally every time I play a long match, I end up tired and in the end the racquet with the heavy specs don't help me.

That's why as soon as I bought this racquet I tried it with the original specs.

The serve, backhand slide and volleys are a delight with this racquet and I don't notice much the change of specs from usual raquect, my forehand is the one that is suffering a little, I´m mission a little of plow, maybe need a little more of SW, however I think I could get used to instead of putting a little lead, i will better improve my technique and leave it as light as is.

But the 3 people I played with, told me the same thing, that they did not notice any "downgrade" on my game, they said the oposite , they felt I was attacking more and having a more complete game , finishing points at net.

I want to buy a couple of more racquets, but still no news on behalf of ND also I do not see any raquect on the bay or sale section......I guess I will keep waiting.
 

Romix

Rookie
I had my third session with the racquet yesterday.

As I mentioned, I normally use a G.Tour pro stock which is heavy and with high SW. But normally every time I play a long match, I end up tired and in the end the racquet with the heavy specs don't help me.

That's why as soon as I bought this racquet I tried it with the original specs.

The serve, backhand slide and volleys are a delight with this racquet and I don't notice much the change of specs from usual raquect, my forehand is the one that is suffering a little, I´m mission a little of plow, maybe need a little more of SW, however I think I could get used to instead of putting a little lead, i will better improve my technique and leave it as light as is.

But the 3 people I played with, told me the same thing, that they did not notice any "downgrade" on my game, they said the oposite , they felt I was attacking more and having a more complete game , finishing points at net.

I want to buy a couple of more racquets, but still no news on behalf of ND also I do not see any raquect on the bay or sale section......I guess I will keep waiting.
Are u a 1hbh or 2 if 1 how was getting into position did u feel sluggish i keep seeing that as an issue for some
 

cmendez79

Semi-Pro
Are u a 1hbh or 2 if 1 how was getting into position did u feel sluggish i keep seeing that as an issue for some
I have 1 hbh, but to be honest, 95% of the times I hit slice, so the few times i hit a normal 1 hbh its no issue the raquect , meaning it did not feel "sluggish"....

I thought I would feel the raquect like that coming from a G.Tour....but in really not at all
 

longtimelurker

Professional
I had my third session with the racquet yesterday.

As I mentioned, I normally use a G.Tour pro stock which is heavy and with high SW. But normally every time I play a long match, I end up tired and in the end the racquet with the heavy specs don't help me.

That's why as soon as I bought this racquet I tried it with the original specs.

The serve, backhand slide and volleys are a delight with this racquet and I don't notice much the change of specs from usual raquect, my forehand is the one that is suffering a little, I´m mission a little of plow, maybe need a little more of SW, however I think I could get used to instead of putting a little lead, i will better improve my technique and leave it as light as is.

But the 3 people I played with, told me the same thing, that they did not notice any "downgrade" on my game, they said the oposite , they felt I was attacking more and having a more complete game , finishing points at net.

I want to buy a couple of more racquets, but still no news on behalf of ND also I do not see any raquect on the bay or sale section......I guess I will keep waiting.
Nice profile pic,you sponsored by head?
 

Romix

Rookie
I have 1 hbh, but to be honest, 95% of the times I hit slice, so the few times i hit a normal 1 hbh its no issue the raquect , meaning it did not feel "sluggish"....

I thought I would feel the raquect like that coming from a G.Tour....but in really not at all
Im the exact opposite 95% drive 5% slice ty for the info should be getting mine next tuesday bought it off a guy from here
 

cmendez79

Semi-Pro
Im the exact opposite 95% drive 5% slice ty for the info should be getting mine next tuesday bought it off a guy from here
Hope to see your review...

Im waiting to set an order for 2 frames in black and L3, but i sent multiple emails with no answer.....

Im jumping the wagon and make this my stick, I feel good with it, need a couple of adjustments, I have been using since the last 15 years heavy raquects, at this point I need something lighter and this frame surprised me.
 

Romix

Rookie
Hope to see your review...

Im waiting to set an order for 2 frames in black and L3, but i sent multiple emails with no answer.....

Im jumping the wagon and make this my stick, I feel good with it, need a couple of adjustments, I have been using since the last 15 years heavy raquects, at this point I need something lighter and this frame surprised me.
Same my racquet of choice is 365 g and 89 head. I love how it plays but definitely want something more forgiving and lighter. If the model 99 works for me imma wait until they release grip size 4 then ill buy a few if this is the one for me
 

dtruong25

New User
Bit the bullet and ordered two as well in black. Seems as though people have had good luck with 30 day trial, so Im giving it a shot.

Also got email of shipment almost immediately.
 
I already have a used M99 , that i got with MSV Focus-Hex Soft 17 1.20mm, 46/44 LBS.....and i love it, so at this moment that is what Im using, my usual string is Toro Toro / Enzo
I feel like TT/Enzo wouldn't be as nice. I also use that pretty regularly and have but have no interest to put that in this frame.
 

curtstead

Professional
I'm about to list my 2 M99's, 4 3/8. One grey, one black. Well made frames, like a fair amount about it, just not for me.
 

dtruong25

New User
Ordered my rackets on Friday morning and just got notified that they were expected to arrive tomorrow morning. That’s some crazy fast shipping for being international. Fingers crossed they don’t get stuck somewhere!
 

cmendez79

Semi-Pro
Ordered my rackets on Friday morning and just got notified that they were expected to arrive tomorrow morning. That’s some crazy fast shipping for being international. Fingers crossed they don’t get stuck somewhere!
Mine the same I got the email that today will get them! Super fast coming from Europe
 

dtruong25

New User
Just got both of my rackets. Ill be honest, Im a bit disappointed in one of them that I received and I will likely ask for a replacement of that one (If I decide I even keep these.) A part of me thinks that they sent me one that was returned and just replaced the grip and head guard. TONS of micro-scratches and some bigger marks. If it wasn't a used one then it definitely makes me question the paint quality a little bit.

Specs: (I will get swing weight on both later tonight)

Racket 1: 300 Grams, 31.8
Racket 2: 300 Grams, 31.9
 
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cmendez79

Semi-Pro
Just got both of my rackets. Ill be honest, Im a bit disappointed in one of them that I received and I will likely ask for a replacement of that one (If I decide I even keep these.) A part of me thinks that they sent me one that was returned and just replaced the grip and head guard. TONS of micro-scratches and some bigger marks. If it wasn't a used one then it definitely makes me question the paint quality a little bit.

Specs: (I will get swing weight on both later tonight)

Racket 1: 300 Grams, 31.8
Racket 2: 300 Grams, 31.9
Hi friend an you share pictures of this frame you talk about
 

dtruong25

New User
Hi friend an you share pictures of this frame you talk about
I actually already tried to take some photos however, my camera is not doing a great job of picking any of these up. I had reached out to Nordic Dots support so I will see what they say and keep everyone updated.
 

flyhome

Semi-Pro
Just got both of my rackets. Ill be honest, Im a bit disappointed in one of them that I received and I will likely ask for a replacement of that one (If I decide I even keep these.) A part of me thinks that they sent me one that was returned and just replaced the grip and head guard. TONS of micro-scratches and some bigger marks. If it wasn't a used one then it definitely makes me question the paint quality a little bit.

Specs: (I will get swing weight on both later tonight)

Racket 1: 300 Grams, 31.8
Racket 2: 300 Grams, 31.9
I hope It's just a shipment problem, 'cause paying for a new racquet and getting a returned one for the same price...
 

topspn

G.O.A.T.
Reviews seem a bit erratic on this racquet on power level. I will be stringing with a poly but wondering if I should be @50lbs or maybe a couple of lbs lower.
 

cmendez79

Semi-Pro
Reviews seem a bit erratic on this racquet on power level. I will be stringing with a poly but wondering if I should be @50lbs or maybe a couple of lbs lower.
I use at this point 1.2 MSV Hex Soft 46/44 , and is mid power, i was expecting "more" power due to the width of the frame, but no. Maybe also this string is more spin and control, but the frame its not that "powerful" , for me it has the right amount of it.
 

dtruong25

New User
Just got both of my rackets. Ill be honest, Im a bit disappointed in one of them that I received and I will likely ask for a replacement of that one (If I decide I even keep these.) A part of me thinks that they sent me one that was returned and just replaced the grip and head guard. TONS of micro-scratches and some bigger marks. If it wasn't a used one then it definitely makes me question the paint quality a little bit.

Specs: (I will get swing weight on both later tonight)

Racket 1: 300 Grams, 31.8, 292
Racket 2: 300 Grams, 31.9, 295
Updated and added swing weights on original post.

I was able to string up Racket Number 1 as that one is in good shape. Strung at 48 Pounds with Hyper G Soft 17 Gauge.

I was only able to hit for half an hour as my back has been acting up a little bit but I will say with very little movement and not putting my body into anything that this racket is very solid. Initial impressions are great so far. I didn't find that it lacked power by any means. Favorite shots so far was easily the backhand slice and volleys.

I will write up a more extensive review when I get to play with it more.

I just received an email back from ND as well to send the racket back and they will re-send me and new one right away, which is great. Didn't give me any grief about it at all and are also sending me a can of balls for the inconvenience, which they did not have to do. So far so good on the Customer Service side of things for me.
 
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topspn

G.O.A.T.
I use at this point 1.2 MSV Hex Soft 46/44 , and is mid power, i was expecting "more" power due to the width of the frame, but no. Maybe also this string is more spin and control, but the frame its not that "powerful" , for me it has the right amount of it.
Fair enough, I'll probably string @48lbs
 
Did someone "open" the trapdoor of the buttcap of this M99 ?
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cmendez79

Semi-Pro
Thank you very much for the photo.

When I tried to open the buttcap, I used an awl and the only thing I managed to do was to “pop out” the logo part, and the buttcap appeared that it did not “have” a trap door.

But I see that it does, I will try again tonight.
 
Thank you very much for the photo.

When I tried to open the buttcap, I used an awl and the only thing I managed to do was to “pop out” the logo part, and the buttcap appeared that it did not “have” a trap door.

But I see that it does, I will try again tonight.
I can see how thats possible. The branding sticks out a bit. I used a flathead screw driver.
 

Paleo.F

New User
Recently just tried the Yonex 100D and the specs are quiet similar even down to the head shape and 23/23/23 beam. I know the 100D has the 18/19 and the m99 has a 16/20 so in my mind i would imagine there would be more spin and power off the m99 but from what I’ve read the launch angle is quiet low and its “ medium powered.” My 100D is actually significantly more open then my blade 98 v8 18/20 with my ptp 1.20 at 50 I feel I get great power and decent spin but also still that great directional control but in a higher launch angle package. I just feel I have more pop than my blade with the 100D. Most likely will switch but this “pro stock” type frame of almost the same caliber really intrigued me but I worry about the power to launch angle ratio… so that brings the question for the people that who have tried the m99, with all things being the same in tension and gauge and same ball stroke , which would give more height and power? I’m just really lost on how to proceed if I should try it but If the power isn’t there i think I’ll be in the same spot as I was with my blade with no power and a very small margin over the net for errors. If anyone can comment on this vs a blade that might help too.

Any feedback would be appreciated! Thanks
 
Really good video with the owner of Nordicdots released today on you tube.

Athough this Billy guy reviews are all over the place. He reviewed the frame 3 weeks ago and said he would not change anything apart from more grip sizes and then proceeds a few weeks later suggest adding 10g of lead is the way to go...

looks like a lot went on at 12....
 

cmendez79

Semi-Pro
Yesterday I went for another session, I still have the same feelings:

1. Medium power
2. Excellent stability
3. Excellent backhand slide
4. Forehand I feel that I lack little plow through
5. The best thing is that I don't feel tired after playing for 2 hours, unlike my Pro stocks, which after 1 hour I feel very worn out.

In the end, I don't want to put lead even if I lack some plow through in my forehand, I want to find the middle ground where I feel comfortable hitting it and confident.

I will keep testing and reading your experiences.
 

topspn

G.O.A.T.
Yesterday I went for another session, I still have the same feelings:

1. Medium power
2. Excellent stability
3. Excellent backhand slide
4. Forehand I feel that I lack little plow through
5. The best thing is that I don't feel tired after playing for 2 hours, unlike my Pro stocks, which after 1 hour I feel very worn out.

In the end, I don't want to put lead even if I lack some plow through in my forehand, I want to find the middle ground where I feel comfortable hitting it and confident.

I will keep testing and reading your experiences.
What string and tension? You may want to simply reduce tension a bit.
 

topspn

G.O.A.T.
I got the 99 today. Yes, shipping is fast. Yes, it looks super nice glossy black and no busy lettering. It measures 300.7g, 31.4cm bal and 289 SW. I will string it up later today and if I get lucky will try tonight or at latest tomorrow night.
 

Trip

Legend
300.7g, 31.4cm bal and 289 SW
Nice sample spec. Prestige MP-L territory, but about 5-7 SW points more hoop mass. Nice indeed.

With 1 over grip and ~18g's worth of 1.23-1.25 poly, strung spec should be in the neighborhood of 325g/32.5cm/321-323sw. I would call that "whip-able solidness", hopefully.
 
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