Racquets similar to HPS 6.1.95 18x20

[Windsor]

I am looking for a modern replacement of this racquet that in my view has a great mix of power, control and feel. It produces the heavy ball just like the six one 95s open pattern but unlike those, has a silky, smooth feel and great control.

Technical Specifications
Length 27 inches 69 centimeters
Head Size 95 square inches 613 square centimeters
Weight 12.4 ounces 352 grams
Balance Point 12.25 inches
31 centimeters 10pts Head Light
Construction 22mm Flat Beam
Composition 10% Hyper Carbon
90% Graphite/Kevlar
Double Braid
String Pattern 16 Mains / 18 Crosses
Babolat RDC Ratings

Flex Rating 65 Range: 0-100
Swing Weight 332 Range: 200-400
Manueverability 67

Newer versions of the 6.1.95 that I have tried feel less manouvrable and in the long run tire my arm and wrist making a little harder to sustain long rallies and on serve. With the HPS instead I do not have this kind of issues despite the fact it's a little heavier frame. Possibly because of the more headlight balance (?) 10 pt HL instead of 7 in current 6.1.95 models.

Has anyone transitioned from this racquet to a modern one?

 

[SpinToWin]

Take the Pro Staff 6.1 Classic Reissue. Hands down best option IMO.

 

[Windsor]

Good shout. I'd be more interested in a more modern frame with bigger head size and a little less heavy though.

 

[Irvin]

Sounds like a Tecnifibre 325

 

[maured01]

Why don't you build an Angell TC95 to those exact specs?

 

[McLovin]

Have not hit w/ it, but the Solinco Pro 8 seems to be reviewed favorably and looks to be a lighter, slightly larger headsize version of the HPS 6.1:

Head Size:98 sq. in. / 632.26 sq. cm.
Length:27in / 68.58cm
Strung Weight:11.1oz / 314.68g
Balance:3 pts HL
Swingweight:303
Stiffness:67
Beam Width:21mm / 21mm / 21mm /
Composition:Carbon Yarn Nickel Anodized Mesh
Power Level:Low-Medium
Stroke Style:Medium-Full
Swing Speed:Medium-Fast
String Pattern:18 Mains / 20 Crosses
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You may also have a look at the ProKennex QTour line. They have a 300g and a heavier 325g version. And if you can get used to the different head shape, the Yonex VCore Tour G is an excellent choice. They have a 310g version and 330g version, depending on whether you want to go lighter or not.

Me...I used the HPS 6.1 Stretch over 10 years ago. I transitioned from that to the Pure Control + Swirly, then eventually landed on the Pacific X Force Pro. If you're willing to get past the tapered beam (21mm -> 23mm -> 25mm), its definitely worth a demo.

 

[SpinToWin]

Good shout. I'd be more interested in a more modern frame with bigger head size and a little less heavy though.

Have you tried a tail weighted Blade 98 18x20?

 

[Windsor]

Why don't you build an Angell TC95 to those exact specs?

I hear on the forum that Angells are good although I have never really known/saw anyone using them. It's difficult for me to get a racquet without even demoing it.

 

[Windsor]

Have not hit w/ it, but the Solinco Pro 8 seems to be reviewed favorably and looks to be a lighter, slightly larger headsize version of the HPS 6.1:

Head Size:98 sq. in. / 632.26 sq. cm.
Length:27in / 68.58cm
Strung Weight:11.1oz / 314.68g
Balance:3 pts HL
Swingweight:303
Stiffness:67
Beam Width:21mm / 21mm / 21mm /
Composition:Carbon Yarn Nickel Anodized Mesh
Power Level:Low-Medium
Stroke Style:Medium-Full
Swing Speed:Medium-Fast
String Pattern:18 Mains / 20 Crosses
​

You may also have a look at the ProKennex QTour line. They have a 300g and a heavier 325g version. And if you can get used to the different head shape, the Yonex VCore Tour G is an excellent choice. They have a 310g version and 330g version, depending on whether you want to go lighter or not.

Me...I used the HPS 6.1 Stretch over 10 years ago. I transitioned from that to the Pure Control + Swirly, then eventually landed on the Pacific X Force Pro. If you're willing to get past the tapered beam (21mm -> 23mm -> 25mm), its definitely worth a demo.

I like the PK Q5 a lot spec wise. Pure Control, Tour version, is actually something I am considering right now. Solinco is probably too light and too little HL for me.

 

[Windsor]

Have you tried a tail weighted Blade 98 18x20?

I have tried the Blade 18x20 and I like it quite a lot although, to be able to customize the racquet, I should really buy it. Good idea though, it's something that I am already doing with the PD....Did you try it yourself?

 

[SpinToWin]

I have tried the Blade 18x20 and I like it quite a lot although, to be able to customize the racquet, I should really buy it. Good idea though, it's something that I am already doing with the PD....Did you try it yourself?

No, but I will be doing it with a Blade 98 16x19. You can do it with a demo by using blue tack, it's cheap, easily removable, and dense, so just open the buttcap and fill it with the right amount of blue tack!

 

[Lucas2015]

what about K 6.1 95 18x20 ?
16x18 plays similar to HPS 16x18, less "solid" and a bit more powerful, but easier to find

And because of poor Wilson QC, you could get one with less SW than specs (therefore even more similar to hps)

 

[borgpro]

Take the Pro Staff 6.1 Classic Reissue. Hands down best option IMO.

Agree on this one