Prince Graphite Classic 100 Longbody vs Graphite Classic OS 107

BHold81

Semi-Pro
I play with the PCG 107 right now, and I love the plow through I get with it. I string it tight,and also have good control. Serves aren't great with it, but ya can't have it all. I tried the PCG 100 standard length, and while I like the control it just lacked that addictive plow of the 107, even when weighted up. I love hitting with angles, and recently hit with a friends 28" frame, and was getting even better angles. That racquet definitely didn't have the plow I want though.
Has anyone out there hit with the PCG 100 LB and the PCG 107 that can compare the plow and stability of the two (or anything else for that matter? Thanks in advance!
 

KYHacker

Professional
I have hit with both. The POG 107 is definitely the more stable of the two although the LB is plenty stable. Difference will mainly be whether you like the VERY flex feel of the LB. Also be aware that the extra length of the LB can create a lot of stress on the inner elbow. It’s best to ease your way into using it. I personally prefer the POG 107 by a slim margin, but the LB is definitely better for a 2hbh.
 

graycrait

Legend
I have owned a dozen PCG 100LBs, currently have 6 or so POG 107 of different iterations and 8 or 10 other Prince 107s. You will never get the plow with the PCG 100 you get with a POG 107. I eventually cut all my PCG 100LBs to something less than 28" and then gave them all away. If you want to try a racket that is fun and has some swing weight try a Michael Chang Ti (titanium) 107 Longbody. At just 11.6oz that MC Ti LB OS has a SW of 360. The 95" MC Ti LB has a swingweight of 351. Don't bother with the Michael Chang LBs either 95 or 107 that have the word "Graphite" on the crossbar. I've had a couple of each and couldn't find a use for them. Ended cutting them down and still no love.
 

BHold81

Semi-Pro
I have hit with both. The POG 107 is definitely the more stable of the two although the LB is plenty stable. Difference will mainly be whether you like the VERY flex feel of the LB. Also be aware that the extra length of the LB can create a lot of stress on the inner elbow. It’s best to ease your way into using it. I personally prefer the POG 107 by a slim margin, but the LB is definitely better for a 2hbh.
Thanks for the advice. I’ve got one on the way now, so I’ll be able to test it out at least.
 

BHold81

Semi-Pro
I have owned a dozen PCG 100LBs, currently have 6 or so POG 107 of different iterations and 8 or 10 other Prince 107s. You will never get the plow with the PCG 100 you get with a POG 107. I eventually cut all my PCG 100LBs to something less than 28" and then gave them all away. If you want to try a racket that is fun and has some swing weight try a Michael Chang Ti (titanium) 107 Longbody. At just 11.6oz that MC Ti LB OS has a SW of 360. The 95" MC Ti LB has a swingweight of 351. Don't bother with the Michael Chang LBs either 95 or 107 that have the word "Graphite" on the crossbar. I've had a couple of each and couldn't find a use for them. Ended cutting them down and still no love.
Thanks for the advice. I may try that Chang Ti. I’ve also considered putting one of those butt caps on a POG graphite that extends it 1/2 inch
 

graycrait

Legend
@BHold81 , Today I swapped another TT member a box 'o rackets for a box 'o rackets. And in the box I received there was one racket out of the 20 that falls in line with what we are talking about. It is a professionally extended Head Microgel Radical OS to 28", 402g/14.18oz, 363SW and 16pts HL. Talk about Thor's hammer. I look forward to swatting a ball or two with that one.
 

BHold81

Semi-Pro
@BHold81 , Today I swapped another TT member a box 'o rackets for a box 'o rackets. And in the box I received there was one racket out of the 20 that falls in line with what we are talking about. It is a professionally extended Head Microgel Radical OS to 28", 402g/14.18oz, 363SW and 16pts HL. Talk about Thor's hammer. I look forward to swatting a ball or two with that one.
That should be crazy interesting!! Let me know how it goes. I recently got a Head Radical Tour XL (28"). I only had a brief hit with it, but even it doesn't feel as powerful on plow as my PCG 107.
What do you recommend between the Chang Ti 95 and 107?
 
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