Thanks for the info! The launchiness was what I was worried about, as I found the ATS 95 powerful enough (I use poly in the crosses and multi/syn gut in the mains), and 23 mm seems pretty thick.I have both the ATS 95 and ATS 98.
95's racquet head is more stable and solid on impact. 95 has more control, is more accurate and is a modern player's racquet with a crisp but comfortable feel.
98 is a bit lighter and has a tad more power. In between a player's racquet and a tweener racquet. Launch angle is slightly higher but not unusually high. However, it is prone to some shots that unexpectedly fly high and long. Likely because of the longer mains in the 98 (head width is the same as 95). As @jmacdaununder2 says, the 98 is more "snow shoe shaped".
Spin generation is about the same.
If you are a higher level player and aren't dependent on the racquet to provide power then the 95 is the better choice between the two.
That's my 2 cents ... ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
really...army green camo? the deep purple/blue steel Topographic map slaps these out of the park! they look cool but do we really need anything more to remind us of the impending doom of WW3...lol jks. Seems like the perfect racquet for Zelensky and his wardrobeI just don't know what's going on with Prince. Impossible to keep up. Sorry.
If you are in North America you can currently get it on sale at ra*****guys.com or.caThanks for the info! The launchiness was what I was worried about, as I found the ATS 95 powerful enough (I use poly in the crosses and multi/syn gut in the mains), and 23 mm seems pretty thick.
I am currently hitting with an old exo3 tour 98, which looks like it has a very similar shape to the ATS 98 but with a 21 mm beam. Although narrow, it does feel slightly more forgiving than the 95 while still offering good control, but it may be that the exo3 tour is wider than the ATS. I really like it but had been thinking I might pick up an ATS 98 as a backup next time they went on sale.
I was actually replying to 10S-Junkie, who mentioned me in his post - the one above yours...Yes.. only I was talking bout the ATS 100 *cough*
Official racquet of the North Atlantic Tennis Organisation?really...army green camo? the deep purple/blue steel Topographic map slaps these out of the park! they look cool but do we really need anything more to remind us of the impending doom of WW3...lol jks. Seems like the perfect racquet for Zelensky and his wardrobe
Gotta assume they're more targeting the Duck Dynasty crowd... (and I guess a bit of Prince "Graphite Green")Official racquet of the North Atlantic Tennis Organisation?
Saw someone at a beginner class yesterday using the Thunderbolt. Prince is back everyoneMeanwhile, on planet Prince U S and A:
I saw the new Thunderbolt at DSG last night. I like the new graphics, but when I pressed with my thumb on the graphite inside the throat, I can feel it flex. The material on the throat area feels very thin. None of the other racquets did that. It might be fine for beginners that don't take full cuts at the ball. But I am a little suspicious of the quality on that frame.Saw someone at a beginner class yesterday using the Thunderbolt. Prince is back everyone
To be fair I don't remember seeing a good racquet at a sporting goods storeI saw the new Thunderbolt at DSG last night. I like the new graphics, but when I pressed with my thumb on the graphite inside the throat, I can feel it flex. The material on the throat area feels very thin. None of the other racquets did that. It might be fine for beginners that don't take full cuts at the ball. But I am a little suspicious of the quality on that frame.
It's been rather chilly lately, so I've restrung both my ATS 100 and my Extrme Tour NITE to lower tensions w/ the same cord. Well, almost.
Lynx tour 125 on top of RPM Rough 20.5kg in the ET and 22kg in the ATS. With a few more inches and one less cross, I thought a bit more tension would help with control.
The ATS still feels better, with better feed back. But the ET itself still feels great and has excellent feed back as well.
The ET has more control, the ATS has a bit more spin and free power/forgiveness.
Both are weighted up to 330ish, but the ATS is still a bit more head heavy. It likes to slug it out, and the ET prefers more places on the court.
Very similar, but very different. The ET rewards precision rather well. The ATS wants you to take it by the scruff and show it who's boss.
Sometimes feel is just king.I played a couple of sets with my doubles partner the last few days. I found myself abandoning the ET. The ATS just works better for me
I mean, even when I shank a ball it feels good with this frame. And the firm hoop with the flexible everything else is a great combo.
I just get great mix of control, power, feel, and spin. I know the paint job hints at it, but it's as though Prince made a great feeling Pure Strike.
Now if they could just make a great-looking ATS
they should make an O3 Legacy Tour & 100 (ie: The O3 Tour and O3 White)The 2024 O3 Legacy 105 & 120 are listed on the web site.
ZYLON { ** } is the new addition to the layup.
I do like the new color.
Hoping the 110 will show up, so I can add too my collection of O3 110 going back to the original Blue.
I think the main problem is Prince went for a control frame with their current 03 Tour. 8 mains through the throat, 16X19. They tried to split the difference between 1618 and 1820.I just wish they'd bring back the Tour 100 18x20 and 16x18 frames - the orange/black ported models. These were the absolute pinnacles of the o-ports, still play and love mine.
305 is better from behind the baseline and on returns. Ats was easier to keep in the court and easier to attack with especially mid court.Anyone here played with both the T-Fight 305 and the ATS 95 and have a comparison
Ended up picking up a pair of 95s lol. I'll be able to see for myself soon enough haha305 is better from behind the baseline and on returns. Ats was easier to keep in the court and easier to attack with especially mid court.
Both have good access to similar variety despite different specs
Ended up picking up a pair of 95s lol. I'll be able to see for myself soon enough haha
Main reason I grabbed one is because the 305s are a bit hefty (since I'm getting back into tennis after a 7-8 year layoff) plus it's a bit tough on the OHBH. I used to play with the 90 and loved the box beam so figured the ATS will be an easier/more friendly version since I heard it gives a surprising amount of power.I haven't been able to commit to them, but keep Demoing it. Can't figure out the "stickiness" of the stringbed, but it is at times good... It's a bit overly powerful/stable on touch shots at times but also keeps the ball in the court at higher pace... Great shape on the ball
Prestige Tour might be worth trying too. Similar category but much better on flats.Main reason I grabbed one is because the 305s are a bit hefty (since I'm getting back into tennis after a 7-8 year layoff) plus it's a bit tough on the OHBH. I used to play with the 90 and loved the box beam so figured the ATS will be an easier/more friendly version since I heard it gives a surprising amount of power.
Also tested out the CX200 and Head Extreme Tour and didn't really gel with them. Also have minor racquet buying addiction so....
Hoping I can commit soon
Let me know your thoughts! I have a few old Prestiges lying around. Flexpoint Mid and Microgel MP that I didn't love (though they prob need a quick restring to test properly).Prestige Tour might be worth trying too. Similar category but much better on flats.
Demoing both right now
Flexpoint mid was my first racket. These rackets are the most comparable right now. The Prestige Classic 2.0 is pretty good too.Let me know your thoughts! I have a few old Prestiges lying around. Flexpoint Mid and Microgel MP that I didn't love (though they prob need a quick restring to test properly).
Get our boy a sponsorshipLone Wolf Lucas Pouille rocking the 100P.
Realistically how much money do you think he’s leaving on the table to use the 100p?Get our boy a sponsorship
That paint is much better than the TW offering. The JP paint is best. The textreme series from 2019/2020 was better. No wonder Pouille still using it.
Honestly did not expect a colour update.That paint is much better than the TW offering. The JP paint is best. The textreme series from 2019/2020 was best. No wonder Pouille still using it.
The grey one is available in Poland for a few months already but it looks worse than in the pics.Am I the only one who doesn't actually like the grey and prefers the regular white paintjob?
It's a hot mess either way. They should have gone with a whiteout, if you ask me.Am I the only one who doesn't actually like the grey and prefers the regular white paintjob?
A limited edition "Glossy Tour" in black was my recommendation (I'm a LONG time Prince dealer). Anyone else tired of matte paint jobs?It's a hot mess either way. They should have gone with a whiteout, if you ask me.
Count me in. Twice.Anyone else tired of matte paint jobs?
Black - greatA limited edition "Glossy Tour" in black was my recommendation (I'm a LONG time Prince dealer). Anyone else tired of matte paint jobs?
Anyone found more info on this army green version?really...army green camo? the deep purple/blue steel Topographic map slaps these out of the park! they look cool but do we really need anything more to remind us of the impending doom of WW3...lol jks. Seems like the perfect racquet for Zelensky and his wardrobe
based on that set of images, i prefer the white.Am I the only one who doesn't actually like the grey and prefers the regular white paintjob?
Yea weve seen a photo of the new army green phantom graphitesI got a reply to a comment on YT from Troy TW:
"Stay tuned! There may be some of those thin beam, nice and flexy Prince racquets coming in the next couple months..."