OK, I think I know why ProKennex called it the "Redondo Edition"

[BreakPoint]

There have been many posts and speculation over why ProKennex called their new version of the Heritage Type C racquet, the "Redondo Edition".

Some people said it refers to Redondo Beach in California near where PK is based. Some said it had to do with a guy named Redondo. Well, I think I've figured it out. It has to do with the color. Specifically the dark red, maroon, or burgandy color of the racquet. Apparently, it's the name of a color that Acura used on its TL and RL sedans: "Redondo Red Pearl".

Here's a pic:

This is the same exact color of the PK Redondo Edition of the Heritage Type C, whereas the original Heritage Type C was silver in color.

Yes, as everyone says, the actual color of the Redondo is darker than this pic from TW and is closer to the color of that Acura car.

 

[anirut]

BP,

Don't you think "redondo" sounds like "redundant"? Do they mean to actually say, "this racket is a redundant model of the Heritage Type C range. And we happen to have it in red color." ?

 

[The Dampener]

Redondo means "round" in Spanish. And the Heritage Type C frame is indeed round. There might be connection.

 

[anirut]

Redondo means "round" in Spanish. And the Heritage Type C frame is indeed round. There might be connection.

Type C frame round? The original silver Heritage Type C frame is just like the Redondo -- thin, rectangular beam.

Do you actually mean the Type S?

 

[looseswing]

I got it! They call it Redondo edition because for some reason it says that on the frame, and they though it sounded cool.

 

[anirut]

I got it! They call it Redondo edition because for some reason it says that on the frame, and they though it sounded cool.

I heard somewhere around the board that redondo is a kind of wine in Portugal with this similar maroonish-red color.

 

[TokyopunK]

They called it Redondo because it sounds like Rondo Towards Destruction (Prince of Tennis)

 

[anirut]

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You mean the cartoon? Prince of Tennis?

 

[snoflewis]

hey BP, the photo you posted is actually the Acura RL...not the TL

 

[The Dampener]

Type C frame round? The original silver Heritage Type C frame is just like the Redondo -- thin, rectangular beam.

Do you actually mean the Type S?

Did I say "frame?" I meant "head." Yeah, 'tis the head that is "r-r-redondo."

 

[TokyopunK]

Duh the cartoon.

 

[anirut]

Did I say "frame?" I meant "head." Yeah, 'tis the head that is "r-r-redondo."

Damp, hope you don't find me "too picky" ...

The Redondo head is "very" oval, while the Type S is closer to being round ... :|

 

[BreakPoint]

hey BP, the photo you posted is actually the Acura RL...not the TL

I know that's why I said "used on its TL and RL sedans".

 

[BreakPoint]

Did I say "frame?" I meant "head." Yeah, 'tis the head that is "r-r-redondo."

Actually, the head of the Redondo is very oval, almost a copy of the Head Prestige Classic's head. Even the head on the Wilson nSix-One Tour is much rounder. If you want to really see a round head, take a look at the POG or just about any other Prince racquet for that matter.

 

[BreakPoint]

I heard somewhere around the board that redondo is a kind of wine in Portugal with this similar maroonish-red color.

I thought the word "Redondo" was related to the color red somehow since the word "Red" is actually in the word "Redondo".

 

[anirut]

I thought the word "Redondo" was related to the color red somehow since the word "Red" is actually in the word "Redondo".

I thought so too ...

Whatever, it care most for how it plays than the name.

 

[looseswing]

Is redondo the name of the line of raquets, or is it type c? I was under the assumption that it was redondo.

 

[anirut]

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It's official name, as you may find, is called Heritage Type C Redondo Edition.

So I should think is under the "Heritage" line.

Now, something more interesting...

WHY is the line called "Heritage"? And what does "Type C" stand for?

 

[BreakPoint]

WHY is the line called "Heritage"? And what does "Type C" stand for?

They are called "Heritage" because they are supposed to be "old school" type of racquets that are made with old school materials and without any of the latest technologies. It's like when Fila re-released it's "Heritage" line of apparel a couple of years ago that used the same styles as they had out in the '70's and '80's, like the styles worn by Borg and Vilas. It's the same concept with ProKennex - putting out new racquets based on old designs.

Actually, they were originally called the "Laver Heritage Type *__*" racquets, but then later shortened to just "Heritage Type *__*".

 

[anirut]

Thanks BP, for the knowledge.

Now, what about "Type C"? What does the "C" stand for? Classic?

 

[BreakPoint]

Thanks BP, for the knowledge.

Now, what about "Type C"? What does the "C" stand for? Classic?

You're welcome, anirut!

Here's an excerpt from TW's product page for the Type S:

[FONT=verdana,arial,helvetica]"The ProKennex Laver Heritage Type S - a tribute racquet to 11 time Grand Slam singles champion Rod Laver - is designed for players seeking a unique mix of traditional feel and control in a maneuverable package."

The Type S is made of 80% graphite and 20% kevlar just like the old school PS 6.0 85/95 Originals were.

http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpageRCPK-KTS.html

Here's an older TW page for PK. Notice that ALL the Heritage Series racquets were called "Laver Heritage".

http://web.archive.org/web/20031008060415/www.tennis-warehouse.com/ProKennexRacquets.html

As to why they choose the specific letters for the "Types", e.g., "Type C", "Type R", "Type S", etc., your guess is as good as mine, although I think it was just an arbitrary choice.
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[The Dampener]

Alright Oval Boys,

If you continue to take me so seriously, I'll need to stop with the deadpan humor. Apparently, it doesn't translate so well in the world of posting (even with the wink-wink, nudge-nudge, elbow-in-your-ribs emoticon).

Thank you. You've been a great audience.
I'm the Dampener, and I'll be here all week.

 

[anirut]

...I'll be here all week.

Damp, that quote above reminds me of the movie "A Knight's Tale". That's what the poet said after introducing Sir Ulric to the spectators.

And, pleeeaaaassssseeeeee take things for fun. NO intend whatsoever to offend.

 

[dewey2110]

Maybe Acura took the name Redondo from the name of the CA beach, or something else TOO. What does a Acura TL has anything to do with PK racquets?

 

[BreakPoint]

What does a Acura TL has anything to do with PK racquets?

Nothing, except for the color.

I think when most car companies choose names for their colors they typically choose names that are somehow related to that specific color, such as Pearl White, Carbon Grey, Atlantic Blue, Jade Green, etc.

 

[meh]

[FONT=verdana,arial,helvetica]As to why they choose the specific letters for the "Types", e.g., "Type C", "Type R", "Type S", etc., your guess is as good as mine, although I think it was just an arbitrary choice.
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Perhaps it's just a coincidence, but the letters are ranked in terms of the "player-ness" of the racquet. The Type C is the most demanding, followed by the R, and the S is the most forgiving.

 

[Duzza]

hey BP, the photo you posted is actually the Acura RL...not the TL

Apparently, it's the name of a color that Acura used on its TL and RL sedans: "Redondo Red Pearl".

 

[ericsson]

Type C = Classic

 

[artworks]

I have to agree with Breakpoint's logic here.

 

[BreakPoint]

Type C = Classic

OK, I see where you're coming from. But if that's the case, then what do "Type R" and "Type S" mean?

R = Retro?

S = Sentimental?

 

[BreakPoint]

I have to agree with Breakpoint's logic here.

Thanks artworks!

BTW, how have you been getting along with your new Redondos recently? Any news to report? Are you still loving them? Or is the "honeymoon" over?

 

[artworks]

Thanks artworks!

BTW, how have you been getting along with your new Redondos recently? Any news to report? Are you still loving them? Or is the "honeymoon" over?

Being used to stiffer racquets, I'm still trying to adjust with the Redondo's lack of power from the baseline when I play against higher rank opponents. The flex, while good in the arm, produces shorter balls at the same swing speed than the deeper balls I use to get from stiffer frames. While the spin and twist serves are easy to produced and placed, the flat serve is nowhere than what I can have with the PS 85.

Else, all the other areas are as expected.

 

[Keifers]

Nothing, except for the color.

I think when most car companies choose names for their colors they typically choose names that are somehow related to that specific color, such as Pearl White, Carbon Grey, Atlantic Blue, Jade Green, etc.

Panther Pink?

or would it be Poodle Pink?

 

[BreakPoint]

Uh..oh...maybe I'm wrong.

http://www.redondofamilytennis.com/index.html