Kal-El 34
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they are pro stock versions of each frame here
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they are pro stock versions of each frame here
darklore009
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ahh never notice that. I never know that the non-glossy is a part of a pro stock
Cup8489
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oh yea i still have 3 of these bad boys. sadly 1 was broken in action. Blake Mold
Are those actual pro stock, or are they the retail ones there were (are?) available to the public?
Bdarb
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Kal, you are winning this thread.. lol
Kal-El 34
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Kal-El 34
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i have little to no interested really in the extremes or the instincts but the pro i know who had all these grouped them all together at a price i couldn't refuse. I'll probably let those ones go and get my overall money back or close to it.
really interested in the speed pros and the radical models though
really interested in the speed pros and the radical models though
SpinToWin
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going to take the graphene speed pro out for a spin. no shared holes, capped, and much narrower beam. really like the feel of this in my handsall of the speeds are matched spec wise
If you have the chance then give the IG Speed Pro a spin. It was a Europe only release with an 18mm straight beam with cap grommets and a increased static weight (flex 68 RDC). A real player's stick for MEN! :lol:
Matchball
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I have one, bought from France - hits a very heavy ball !
Kal-El 34
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having them strung with Solinco Silver Rough right now and am working out with them today at 2:30
Excited about these. My guy said if I like them he can score me some more when he gets back from the French
SpinToWin
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perhaps Tennis Warehouse Europe has them in stock. You'd have to get them shipped to where you are, but I'm not sure you have an alternative. Anyways, check TWE and otherwise, Google is your friend
zapvor
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what are the radicals?
Sweet-Spot
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I just got 4 of these Kal and in desperate need of new cap grommets too, so let me know if you find any. They aren't in as good condition as yours but only paid $25 per frame. 3 Strung with Solinco revolution @ 57 lbs and 1 strung with Alpha Vengeance @ 54 lbs.
Surprised to learn they were a Europe only release, no wonder I could barely find any info on them! and all my mates who use speed frames are using speed MPs...
Surprised to learn they were a Europe only release, no wonder I could barely find any info on them! and all my mates who use speed frames are using speed MPs...
Kal-El 34
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there are a few models. 2 brand new G radical MP pro stock, 3 IG radical pro 630, 2 radical pro 685
Kal-El 34
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took them out for about an hour bash session this afternoon and they are great... absolutely loved them
blackpearl2007
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What are the specs on these racquets? Weight, swing weight, etc....thanks!
Bdarb
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There's nothing better than a racquet that plays exactly as good as its specs and cosmetic imply it should.
JGads
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Head Speed Pro IG 16/19
This is the best I could discern
- Head Size: 98 sq. in. / 630 sq. cm.
- Length: 27in / 69cm
- Weight, unstrung: 335
- Balance: 31cm / HL
- Beam Width: 18mm / 18mm / 18mm /
- Composition: d30 / Innegra / Graphite
- Power Level: Low
- Stroke Style: Full
- Swing Speed: Fast
- Racquet Colors: White / Black
- Grip Type: Hydrosorb Synthetic Leather
- String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses
- Mains skip: 8T, 10T, 8H, 10H
- String Tension: 52-62 pounds
and some pics of the ones I have. Loved hitting with them but they do lack power and require some muscle to weild to its full potential. Unfortunately thats not me :shock:
This is the best I could discern
- Head Size: 98 sq. in. / 630 sq. cm.
- Length: 27in / 69cm
- Weight, unstrung: 335
- Balance: 31cm / HL
- Beam Width: 18mm / 18mm / 18mm /
- Composition: d30 / Innegra / Graphite
- Power Level: Low
- Stroke Style: Full
- Swing Speed: Fast
- Racquet Colors: White / Black
- Grip Type: Hydrosorb Synthetic Leather
- String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses
- Mains skip: 8T, 10T, 8H, 10H
- String Tension: 52-62 pounds
and some pics of the ones I have. Loved hitting with them but they do lack power and require some muscle to weild to its full potential. Unfortunately thats not me :shock:
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Kal-El 34
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This is the best I could discern
- Head Size: 98 sq. in. / 630 sq. cm.
- Length: 27in / 69cm
- Weight, unstrung: 335
- Balance: 31cm / HL
- Beam Width: 18mm / 18mm / 18mm /
- Composition: d30 / Innegra / Graphite
- Power Level: Low
- Stroke Style: Full
- Swing Speed: Fast
- Racquet Colors: White / Black
- Grip Type: Hydrosorb Synthetic Leather
- String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses
- Mains skip: 8T, 10T, 8H, 10H
- String Tension: 52-62 pounds
and some pics of the ones I have. Loved hitting with them but they do lack power and require some muscle to weild to its full potential. Unfortunately thats not me :shock:
thanks for the specs i think stock you are about right. i havent had a chance to weight them yet and I may tweak the weight a bit but really like them how they came. I would say about 350g with a swingweight like 342 or 340 or something like that..
all of yours are the IG paintjob. I got 3 like that and 1 in the newer G PJ which is my favorite as it clearly is different from the US retail one
Kal-El 34
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twas a good haul...
im racket rich haha
unfortunately money...not so much
oh welli have been really fortunate to get some great hauls like this. its nice because i can keep what i want, sell the others and get all my money back and maybe even enough to fund the next batch
Sweet-Spot
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oh nice Kal so it is the IG Speed Pro but with the Graphene Paint Job? Novak owuldnt be using that by chance would he? lol Thats a rare find, brother!
Gr1ndelwald
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JGads
G.O.A.T.
twas a good haul...
im racket rich haha
unfortunately money...not so much
i have been really fortunate to get some great hauls like this. its nice because i can keep what i want, sell the others and get all my money back and maybe even enough to fund the next batch
I want your friends.
Please keep the mini reviews of these beauties coming. I play with pro stock radicals (TGK 231s) that are just awesome; always curious how the other head pro stocks compare.
blackpearl2007
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Kal-El 34
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Not sure I think Nole uses a radical mold. It appears the same frame as the IG one just with different PJ. Did they make that euro version speed pro in the Graphene PJ?
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SpinToWin
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Nope Novak uses a complete custom frame by Head which uses a Microgel Radical MP as its base. The string spacing is different though as is the frame thickness I believe. Anyways, long story short, there is no way to get Novak's racquet by purchasing any past stock racquet.
By the way, Novak uses a 18x20 string pattern.
Kal-El 34
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Going to demo the radicals tomorrow. Was really surprised with how much I liked those speeds today. Part of me wants to just say stick with those and not look back
JGads
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My pro stock Rads (and one Prestige) have this plush buttery goodness that I cannot really find in retail sticks of today (few exceptions, like the Tec 315). Curious of this kind of feeling is pretty constant throughout the pro stock lines, or if they're specific to certain models/paint jobs, etc. .. granted this is probably most often a frame by frame situation because it comes down to what the player(s) before you did to customize it.
vsbabolat
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Nice little cohort of weapons you have there Gr1ndelwald.
Which is your favourite Volkl and which is your racket of choice?
I love the C10 pro but its quite a hefty bat indeed. Need anohter 5kg per arm of pure muscle to use it properly haha
Which is your favourite Volkl and which is your racket of choice?
I love the C10 pro but its quite a hefty bat indeed. Need anohter 5kg per arm of pure muscle to use it properly haha
SpinToWin
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VSBabolat, could you perhaps confirm or refute what I said? I only commented on Novak's racquet off the top of my head and I really didn't want to go through the old threads till I find an exact description of what his racquet is ^^' You are much more knowledgeable in this regard than I am
dr325i
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VSBabolat, could you perhaps confirm or refute what I said? I only commented on Novak's racquet off the top of my head and I really didn't want to go through the old threads till I find an exact description of what his racquet is ^^' You are much more knowledgeable in this regard than I am
I believe he did by attaching the pictures of what Novak is actually using. The same racket as in pictures without the LM ridges...
Thanks for the reply. That's interesting to hear about the IG MP and also the IG Pro. I would go 16x19 but I'm a student so can't afford to keep breaking strings like I am on the speed hence the switch to my old rad. The MG re-issue rad mp would still play considerably flexier/softer than the IG rad mp right?
Brian11785
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Among my favorite racquets I've ever demoed along with the racquet I want to demo next (the G).
JGads
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About the same in the flex department. MG just might be a bit snappier, more responsive, from what I recall. It's been awhile, though. I just remember the IG Rad feeling 'weird,' not necessarily stiff or anything. And it was a weird that I just didn't care for.
Sweet-Spot
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WOW thats a big call Kal! If you find a magical string setup on those please don't hold back, I'm thinking high 40's with a powerful poly just to get some zing. Will you keep the stock grip on them or change those too? Add any weight?
MikeHitsHard93
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My new sticks
Sweeeeeet what do you think of them???
mrtrinh
Professional
I love them. Came from a Donnay P1 (all my sticks broke). The pure strike has nice pop but doesnt have as much plow or stability compared to the P1. That's nothing a little lead couldn't fix. Hard to tell from the pic but I've added 2 grams at 3&9
MikeHitsHard93
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I think this racket is exactly what I've been wanting. Something more controlled than a pure drive or aero, but not as high of swing weight as a blade. Balance of power and control with more control than power. Sound about right?
How do you like it with lead and 3 and 9? Was hoping to try that soon, but I haven't had the chance. I see you have the 16/19 as well. I wish I would of waited for the that model.
Sweet-Spot
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My Prince Sticks, took the POG OS out this morning for a hit - 370 grams almost snapped my arm off!
