RDX500 mid: further playtest

[ferrari_827]

Since we had one of those rare "Indian summer" days yesterday, I had a chance to hit for a half hour with latest prized Yonex.

There are no surprises with the RDX, very consistent and accurate response in all areas. There is surprising power on demand with this racket (55lbs tension), and shots are effortless and smooth with good mechanic. The racket does swing *heavier* than the specs indicate and I ended up removing lead and electrical tape in the handle to its original condition, but leaving the 3 1/2" at 12 on the hoop.

Due to the spin capability, I noticed an improvement in my backhand and serve percentage, while other shots were about the same as the MP Tour 1 90. Serves had more clearance and topspin vs. the IPrestige. Low slices skidded with nasty bite, good for approach shots.

Anyway, for a player 4.5 and up with good mechanics, the RDX500 has no limits, while providing comfort and feel, which isn't always the case with a player racket (!)

 

[chicubs]

I dont if its just me and my technique, but did/is anyone having trouble controlling their flat serve with the rdx (both mp and mid) I found great power and spin with the racket, but not any placement at all.

I pretty much agree with everything you have said about the rdx so far. The midplus and the mid are great racquets.

 

[ferrari_827]

How about practice ? (just kidding, but serious).

It takes a while to get adjusted to a new racket, and even for someone who has used alot of Yonex rackets, it takes at least a few weeks of regular play for my strokes to get adjusted to a new Yonex. With the RDX mid, I find that stroke mechanics are important, more so than with Prince Diablo/LM Prestige.

On the scale of power, the RDX500 has less power than the X1, Prince Diablo, LM Prestige so there shouldn't be an issue with control.

The thing I like about this racket it has power on demand but doesn't provide unexpected or uncontrolled power. Actually, the RDX needs to be strung at the lower tension range of 53-58lbs for optimum power and comfort.