Pure Drive Cortex Vs. Prince EXO3 Rebel 95?

[MonkeyTennis]

Title says all. And by the Pure Drive Cortex, I mean the one with the older paintjob, no GT Technology.

I currently own a Pure Drive Cortex, and it is pretty sweet. Is the Rebel even better?

 

[nadalex]

rebel is heavier more feel less power more control less spin

two very different frames the pdcortex has a bigger head more open string pattern higher stiffness more power.

 

[jayserinos99]

I've owned both, actually switched back to the Rebel 95. The PDC and Rebel are both soft, the PDC being soft for a PD/APD. Definitely the PDC has the more pop and spin potential; I feel you have to really swing out to maximize its potential. With the Rebel, I hit a much slower, not as spinny, but a heavier ball just due to the mass of the frame. It also swings fairly fast for a 12.3oz frame. IMO, better is dependent on the person. For me, I wouldn't mind going back to the PDC just because I'm facing people that pressure me so I need that extra pop and spin. I'd say give it a demo if you can, you're in the bay area, there's lots of places to demo the Rebel.

 

[pheonix6579]

I have a little experience with the PDC and the Rebel, however most of my experience is with the PDR. As far as teh differences between the two frame...They are totally different frames, designed IMO for people with totally different games.

Power: the PD has what I call easy power. The frame is stiff and it has an open string pattern and a larger head, which in most cases means the frame was designed to be a power frame that power comes from very little work on the players part. I believe that the Rebel has equal power, but the Rebel's power some from the weight of the frame, however its a matter of how fast the player swings the frame. The has "plowthrough" like crazy.

Spin: The PD open string pattern and slight head light balance make it a spin friendly frame. The Rebel's balance about 9 points gives it a nice whip like feel and swings lighter than any 120z+ frame I have hit with so far. But when you compare the two the PD comes out on top hands down.

Control: Hands down, without a doubt the Rebel takes this one. The tight string pattern and the really nice flex helped me really put the ball where I wanted.

Feel: Another area that the Rebel shines. The PD doesn't have a feel that I enjoy and while the PDR was a bit more solid, it didn't comes close to the Rebel.

Groundies: Here about equal, depending on your game style. Both are great frames.

Volley: Rebel hands down winner. Solid and just destroys the ball, while the PD was a bit unpredictable.

Serve: PD hands down. Not many frames can come close to the PD when it comes to serve. But the Rebel really fire bombs as well, and where you loose a bit of pop, you can put the ball a lot easier in the court where you want with the Rebel.

Comfort: Rebel by a long shot. Able to go full poly and not feel a thing in my arm. PD very strings sensitive if you have a sensitive arm.

All in all the Rebel was my choice of frame for a good while after I ended my relationship with the PDR (shoulder issues). If you do decide to go with the Rebel, give it time to get used to the weight, but after you do it will be smooth sailing. At least the was may case. Hope this helps.

 

[RobFL]

Have played over 30 frames in the past 5 years and currently playing my best tennis ever with the Rebel at age 55 and the 4.5-5.0 level. To me it is really a playing style choice. The Rebel is a true all court frame in my opinion, can literally hit every shot well, and allow a good player to construct points. For a power player with a big serve and looking to hit winners from the backcourt, etc. PD would get the nod.

 

[sansaephanh]

<3 Rebel. Very solid plow through and the headlight feel gives you all the mobility you need. Insane racket head speed on serves if you have a good snap. I know i have problems with my form but I have trouble getting plow through on the bh side. I like heft on my backhand, but it really gives me a chance to learn to hit correctly. Definitely a players racket.

Great depth and decent spin when you want it. Destroys volleys and returns of serves. This racket is the perfect choice for 4.0+ players with confident strokes and an all court game.

Go demo one now! The Tennis Warehouse demo program is the best!! That might be cause I live in California though =P