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I cant remember now but I think I posted what I was using in this thread.
Noooo I need more timeeeeClash 2.0 coming in 2021 according to Wilson's insta
Got a link to this?Clash 2.0 coming in 2021 according to Wilson's insta
I checked all of Wilson’s insta’s and there’s nothing in the last week. But 2021-22 seems about right for a new release anyway.Got a link to this?
It does but there’s nothing on there.I checked all of Wilson’s insta’s and there’s nothing in the last week. But 2021-22 seems about right for a new release anyway.
Got a link to this?
Thank you for clarifyingit looks like the comment was deleted.. not sure if because it was not accurate or what
it was in response to someone asking when is the Clash v2 coming out under the Pro Staff picture they posted a few days ago
Clash 2.0 coming in 2021 according to Wilson's insta
I guess the Clash enables most to play with poly, sort of an advantage. Did not have tennis elbow but I figured to improve my game that a few extra hours on the court will be needed and I should get an arm friendly racquet. Always played with poly in it... never had, yet, problems with elbow or wrist.
what do you mean not getting results ?
I'd put money on that... usually when i wonder about that kind of stuff I film myself and get some answers. the clash is probably less powerful than your pure aero, or at least feeling wise.Results meaning I have to work a bit harder to hit a shot that didn't take this much effort with my previous setup. I'm hoping maybe it's just a drop in fitness from 5 months of no tennis that's making me feel that way. Was using a Pure aero before this, strung with Wilson sensation, Wilson NXT and Technifiber Biphase over the course of a year, and still developed a pretty bad elbow.
Hi, I just bought the Wilson clash 100 after two painful bouts of Tennis elbow. Strung it at 52 with Wilson sensation.
I always imagined this racquet was targetted at players looking to soften the impact on their arms, but I noticed most of you guys are playing with poly strings instead of monofilament which is what I switched to after TE
Was Tennis elbow a factor for you while buying this racquet and if yes , does it still play without wrecking your arm with a poly strings setup ?
I find myself pounding the balls if I'm around 3 ft behind baseline, but not getting results I'm used to.
Appreciate any input, thanks !
Where on their Instagram? Photos?Clash 2.0 coming in 2021 according to Wilson's insta
Has anyone had a chance to try both the Clash and the Pure Drive VS? The PDVS is allegedly a softer feeling PD, which is how a lot of people describe the Clash, so I was curious.
Has anyone had a chance to try both the Clash and the Pure Drive VS? The PDVS is allegedly a softer feeling PD, which is how a lot of people describe the Clash, so I was curious.
Cool, good to know! I'm not actually curious to try the PDVS, really, but given the statements made about both frames I was interested on an academic level hahaIn my opinion, the two racquets are not close in feel or performance. The PDVS feels stiff, and is harsh and tinny when missing the sweetspot, especially if you miss high on the hoop. The Clash feels cushioned on the sweetspot and fairly muted when mis-hitting. I think when people describe the Clash as a softer feeling Pure Drive, what they're referring to is the power levels the frame provides, not how it actually feels on impact.
Posted in the string thread but I am 3-4 hours into testing Tourna Silver 7 TOUR. I tensioned it at 48 (I usually go with 52 on tour bite soft or softer string). SO far, I really like it. Definitly a good try and potentiel reel for me if it continues to perform well in the next few sessions.
Ah hybrid world... I am afraid to open that door hehe. Just ordered a reel of Tourna Tour Silver. Pretty satisfied even if I liked all the other strings I tried.
I'm not sure there's many benefits to stringing a round poly with a different round poly unless you just want mebbe more control. But stringing a shaped poly with a slick round one allows the shaped poly to move much more and be more consistent for longer - not locking up the stringbed nearly as soon as a shaped cross will. It also allows a softer shaped main to be used for longer.
BTW, on that pic with the Clash on the scale, I forgot to mention is has maybe 4 grams of foam stuffed up in the handle. It does't need it, but it sure as hell is forgiving on shanks
I replaced the grip since. It's more like 320g now. Just stupid solid for 320g. Wish I had this stick back in university.
Hated Clash 100 and Tour 100 but was love at first hit with the Clash 98 ! If you had tennis elbow but still want to play with poly/mono and have still precision, spin etc... Clash 98
maybe even the 98 or a blade could be a better fit but sometimes its better not to know .
Also since its sort of offseason, I was debating adding a bit of weight at 12 to add swingweight. Maybe just 2-3 and counter in the handle. That shouldn't throw me off too much ? FYI - winter for me is indoor clay season.
Only racket (Clash Pro) I have been able to string with a Poly without elbow/wrist issues; even my Pro Kennex was uncomfortable with poly. Admittedly I string this racket low as recommended, currently I have settled on 44x42 YPPT which itself is a soft poly. Noticeably more spin than I got using NXT and other multis at 54.Hi, I just bought the Wilson clash 100 after two painful bouts of Tennis elbow. Strung it at 52 with Wilson sensation.
I always imagined this racquet was targetted at players looking to soften the impact on their arms, but I noticed most of you guys are playing with poly strings instead of monofilament which is what I switched to after TE
Was Tennis elbow a factor for you while buying this racquet and if yes , does it still play without wrecking your arm with a poly strings setup ?
I find myself pounding the balls if I'm around 3 ft behind baseline, but not getting results I'm used to.
Appreciate any input, thanks !
I just borrowed an ipad to have that swing weight tool. Thats kind of a cool app if you have not tried it ! My TOUR with 1.25 strings is at 329g, 31.4 bal and 322SW. I guess you have the regular to have a 330g racquet with added weight. Mine is stock....for now !I went out today and played with some weight since the arm is better. Added 5 grams over all at 10 and 2, and another 5 in the handle for 330 ish. Hoop feels more solid and a bit less whippy. A bit more spin and control and feel. I'll let it soak for a bit and see how she does. After adding ProsPro concept to the crosses, she's a bit less power and more spin from that as well. Really enjoying the hit.
I am at 48 with Tourna Silver Tour. Once my reel arrives Ill try one at lower tension. I did try Black Code 4s at 45 and really likedit but that was a stiffer string,Only racket (Clash Pro) I have been able to string with a Poly without elbow/wrist issues; even my Pro Kennex was uncomfortable with poly. Admittedly I string this racket low as recommended, currently I have settled on 44x42 YPPT which itself is a soft poly. Noticeably more spin than I got using NXT and other multis at 54.
The deleted post was good info as well !
let me know how you like the extended Clash !
Hockey background here, same thing with hockey sticks. They come with a flex number and they'll feel stiffer if I cut them or softer if I lengthen them. Makes sense for the Clash and even more since it's a flexy stick.So today was interesting. With another 1/4 inch the Clash flexes a bit more.
Hockey background here, same thing with hockey sticks. They come with a flex number and they'll feel stiffer if I cut them or softer if I lengthen them. Makes sense for the Clash and even more since it's a flexy stick.
I have a friend who just mentionned he has a 3d printer and offered to try to print something to extend my racquet. He think it might add 10-15g. Can I assume about 10SW per .25 added ? what does the extension add to the balance or change ? I guess it depends on the weight of the extender...Baseball background here. If you'll permit me to ramble a bit this Sunday afternoon...
I just took the balance of all my extended sticks, strung and game ready. The NXG's and Storm's are ~9pts head light with a balance point of 32(on a 69.2/27 1/4" scale of balance points). NXG's are 342 and 344 grams, whilst the AeroStorms are both exactly 336g. The modded Clash has a weight of 336g and a balance point of 31.2. So that's closer to ~10pts head light strung. I am thinking of leaving it since the extra HL balance makes it very easy to swing and spin the ball, but it also keeps it from becoming too powerful. It is a lot more stable than stock length, tho. So I would guess the swingweight has got to be maybe nearly 10pts more? Not quite the 326-330 ish the other sticks are, but def in the 320 neighbourhood now.
I like an extended stick for my backhands, both 1H and 2H since I will use the 2H on balls hit high to my BH when pressed or on fast serves(I used to have a 2HBH early in HS before a coach broke me of it to increase my spin and improve my volleying with a 1H). Also, second serves are easier to spin in, which means you can put more pace on them as well. You wouldn't think just .25" or 7mm would make much difference, but it certainly does.
I've tried 27.5" racquets, most notably the Ezone, Pure Control, and the Roddick, but those never jived with me. 27.25 seems to be my sweet spot. The modified Clash feels a lot like the extended Pure Control right now, tho. Some flex when hit nearer the top, but it has much less flutter. By comparison, the NXG and AeroStorm are very stiff at the top(which makes them excellent candidates for extended racquets), but they are harsher to shank with. Well, the Storm is harsher - the NXG is fairly forgiving with it's "feedback" by comparison.
What I may try next is removing the heavy GripActive under grip and replace it with a Karakal grip. They weigh about 1/3 less but are just as thick.