Rackets that play similar to Wilson Clash 100

[Kebradv]

For a long time I played with a Pure Aero and I love the spin but could never hit the ball freely because my balls would sail long too often. Then I tryed a Wilson Clash 100 and got hooked! With low powered strings it really fits my game, It is so easy to maneuver that I can really whip the stick and completelly release my arm not worry too much about hitting long! I would argue I can probably generate more spin with the Clash than the PA beacause I can release the arm!

From my understanding the clash is made for confort but I have no issues with stiff rackets so maybe I could get some extra benefits if I compromise on the confort department!

What I am really looking for in a new racket:
- As manueverable and whipy as the Clash 100
- Same ammount of spin I get from the Clash 100
- Hit the ball with confidence without being afraid to hit long (My problem with the PA)

About me:
- Between semi to full western Forehand / 2h Backhand (like to hit BH with spin as well)
- I love hitting deep and powerfull shots from the baseline
- Love/Hate relationship with short balls
- Hate going to the net
- About 4.0 player

In short, I am looking for recommendations for a racket that plays similar to the Clash 100 for someone who has no problem playing with stiffer rackets

 

[GGWAW]

I’m with the clash but not planning to change due to comfort. Out of interest which string are you using ?

Not sure the racket you describe exist !

 

[Kebradv]

I am using TierOne Black Knight! I love those strings and reduced the amount of errors. It is deader and more precise than my previous strings: Solinco Hyper-G!
I am really hopping there is a racket out there that playes the same as Clash but replaces confort with something else

 

[JohnnyC]

Clash 98

 

[Srik]

Blade 98 or vcore pro 97 310 - these two are whippy with swing weight under 320. And, stable due to the mass behind these sticks

 

[Kebradv]

I already had my eye on the Blade 98 16/19! The VCore 97 could be too much for me going from size 100 all my life down to 97 :S
But I will research more about those 2! Thank you for your sugestions!

 

[Rosstour]

Nothing plays quite like the Clash v1, not even the Clash v2

 

[ichaseballs]

the Gravity MP is a plush racket that has a lot of control.

also the VCP 100 might be better than the 97 (if looking for clash 100 style)

 

[JOSHL]

Honestly it sounds weird but I find the prince vortex 300g to be very similar to the clash. And when it goes on sale for $69 it’s a no brainer.

 

[Trip]

@Kebradv - The Clash 100 is a bit of unicorn -- a very soft-flexing, wide beam, open pattern, spin/power tweener, that pockets very deeply and is very head-light (7pts strung). All things combined, there's not much else on the market that's exactly like it:

That being said, if the Clash does have any downsides, it's that 1) the string bed tends to be a bit erratic, 2) it lacks enough counter-punching thuddy-ness due to so much flex/pocketing, and 3) the feel is pretty muted/muffled. If any of those areas are pain points for you, then here are some frames that will still be soft (<=63RA stiffness), offer good spin and power, but have a more predictable response and better feel:

- Head Speed MP
- Prince ATS Tour 100 290
- Prince RipCord 100 280 w/ customization (weight in handle, a bit on the hoop)
- Yonex VCore 98
- Yonex VCore Pro 100

Blade 98 or vcore pro 97 310

Compared to a Clash 100, they're too low-powered, the Blade too head-heavy, and IMHO both will simply make tennis harder than it needs to be.

 

[Yamin]

Shouldn't feel too soft with that setup, but you can increase tension...

 

[hypervox]

You want a racket that is basically a clash so why not just stick to the clash as you like it anyway