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Post #516There was a sighting of a Model 100 not too long ago I recall, could be that
Post #516There was a sighting of a Model 100 not too long ago I recall, could be that
Looks to be a slightly more traditional head geometry compared to the 99. Very circular the more I look at it. Can’t tell from the pictures if they’re using the progressive string pattern again but I’d guess soModel 100. 16x19.
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Doesn't seem to be any progressive pattern. It seems quite dense in the middle (getting some Pro Kennex Ki5 295 vibes. I'll never forgive myself letting that dream-stick go)Looks to be a slightly more traditional head geometry compared to the 99. Very circular the more I look at it. Can’t tell from the pictures if they’re using the progressive string pattern again but I’d guess s
I'll ask and share any info they will share.@konstantinos kalfountzos - Beam width on the Model 100?
(I'm counting on you about the Diadem Axis) almost every review about a new update of an already existing model follows the same trend over and over and over again:Yep, I think It's him, they are making deals with many youtubers, Tennisnerd, his partner from Unstrung Custom, another coach that often takes part of the reviews, banners on the courts, all legit, but It won't make their reviews very reliable from my point of view; it's just my personal thought
(I'm counting on you about the Diadem Axis) almost every review about a new update of an already existing model follows the same trend over and over and over again:
At least Nordicdots is offering something completely different than anything out there with the Model 99. Not so sure about the Model 100 to be honest, at least until I see more of it.
You can always re-buy that old flame!getting some Pro Kennex Ki5 295 vibes. I'll never forgive myself letting that dream-stick go
Ty!I'll ask and share any info they will share.
They said that the release is not far and they will share more details upon it.You can always re-buy that old flame!
Ty!
Although they are suggesting it’s not as controlled as the 99 in the review …..Good pickup @konstantinos kalfountzos.
Main take-away for the Model 100 for now: plays most similarly to a Blade 100, just with better feel.
I can see the Model 100 being a bit for a lot more rec players than the 99, for sure.
We were wondering about the beam-width and it seems it's slimmer than the Model99! 21.5-22.5-21.5!Good pickup @konstantinos kalfountzos.
Main take-away for the Model 100 for now: plays most similarly to a Blade 100, just with better feel.
I can see the Model 100 being a bit for a lot more rec players than the 99, for sure.
I won't fool myself into not taking into consideration that Jonas totally unbiased and doesn't "push" for Nordicdots products. I'm 100% cool with that. Strong statements for Model 99 giving a Pro-Stocky feel and the Model 100 giving H22.Although they are suggesting it’s not as controlled as the 99 in the review …..
Blade 100 is one hell of a frame so will be interesting how it pans out ..
Did they say throat flex or head flexI won't fool myself into not taking into consideration that Jonas totally unbiased and doesn't "push" for Nordicdots products. I'm 100% cool with that. Strong statements for Model 99 giving a Pro-Stocky feel and the Model 100 giving H22.
Apart from that, I feel the 65+/- RA is the crucial factor here.
I've played some throat-flexy frames like the Synergy 98 and the DR98 and didn't gel with them.
Head/hoop flex. Don't know what that means exactly. Throat being too flexy for my taste? Yes, I've experienced that and didn't like it with the Synergy 98 and the Yonex DR98. Both me and a very advanced hitting partner of mine (the leftie one with the beard) noticed we had to work much harder to send the ball back with pace than with other stiffer-throat rackets.Did they say throat flex or head flex
Blade 100 has a rock solid throat and I noticed the difference there but that’s not to say it’s not a great frame the s 98Head/hoop flex. Don't know what that means exactly. Throat being too flexy for my taste? Yes, I've experienced that and didn't like it with the Synergy 98 and the Yonex DR98. Both me and a very advanced hitting partner of mine (the leftie one with the beard) noticed we had to work much harder to send the ball back with pace than with other stiffer-throat rackets.
The Synergy 98 was the most interesting racket I have played after the Pro Kennex Ki5 295. It just wasn't a racket I could see myself sticking with. Props to Prince for giving us these "out-of-the-box" frames (Ripstick etc).Blade 100 has a rock solid throat and I noticed the difference there but that’s not to say it’s not a great frame the s 98
I just asked them on Instagram. I'll see what they have to say about the targeted unstrung swingweight and any adjustment about the head/hoop stiffnessAnyone happen to see swing weight anywhere or have any guesses on what the swing weight might be?
I think blade 100 also has 8 mains in throat ?The target unstrung swing weight is around 295sw +/-5 points
The final stiffness is 67
u beat me to it
I'll only get back in tennis to hit with a Nordicdots Model99/100, a Pro Kennex Black Ace Pro or a Diadem Axis.u beat me to it
I like the clean cosmetics of both the Model99 and Model100. They seem to have put well-thought behind both rackets.Initial thoughts ?
Seems a nice frame a. Blade 100 rival
No need for too much too soon.Look forward to TN review too
Wonder when the next release is after this
Yes your right this is a big release right nowNo need for too much too soon.
Since the sweet-spot is higher than usual and super dense, low tension would be the better choice for a starting point.At this moment I’m using 45 lbs or 47/45 lbs I’m experimenting with Genesis New / Ghostwire
And I use a dampener, but as you know some frames play better without it .
I’m settled in at 54 lbs with the M99, and do think that it plays better without a dampener. Part of that may be that you’re muting the sound that adds to how good the racquet feels to hit with, but whereas I think a TC97 needs a dampener to feel right, I think the M99 needs to be all natural.What tension are you guys using on the M99 ?
At this moment I’m using 45 lbs or 47/45 lbs I’m experimenting with Genesis New / Ghostwire
And I use a dampener, but as you know some frames play better without it .
Does this frame plays better at higher tensions ? what are your tension?
An update on another experimentation:
My initial setup is 1 gram in 12, and at 45 lbs Genesis New 1.25 and Ghostwire 1.22.
But as I mentioned before, I was looking for a little more stability and feeling on my forehand, I tried an option to remove the 1 gram at 12, and added 3 grams at 3/9, but the racquet felt super weird, I didn't like it.
Then I kept the 1 gram in 12, but I changed the tension a little bit to 47 Genesis New / 45 Ghostwire, and I liked the feel of the stroke better , more deep for some reason.
Yesterday I tried 1.5 grams in 12, and wow....super difference that extra 0.5 grams made, I felt the racquet more solid than already is, I felt a little more plow, which was what I was looking for (since im used to use heavy pro stock racquets), also this extra 0.5 gramos for some reason help me in all strokes , better slide, serve and volleys.
I will keep testing it, also the 47/45 change for some reason felt better, more solid , deep and spin.
will keep updating
DAMMMNNNN hahahahahNow you need to try 2&10![]()