Speed Pro 2022 reviews

[coolvinny]

I’m demo-ing the 2022 Speed Pro right now and am really loving it. Probably going to switch to this from my 2020/2022 Prestige 98’s. Feels similar to Prestige but with more pop/forgiveness and easier to swing.

I also like this a lot more than the new Prestige “MP” which is 99 sq in and 18x19. That feels too stiff for my taste (head CPI 400 vs 300 for the Speed Pro).

 

[yourtennisfit]

I’m demo-ing the 2022 Speed Pro right now and am really loving it. Probably going to switch to this from my 2020/2022 Prestige 98’s. Feels similar to Prestige but with more pop/forgiveness and easier to swing.

I also like this a lot more than the new Prestige “MP” which is 99 sq in and 18x19. That feels too stiff for my taste (head CPI 400 vs 300 for the Speed Pro).

So the 2022 Speed Pro feels softer than the Prestige MP-L? That's super interesting - thought this was the only downside for Speeds really

 

[Xabi Alonso]

So the 2022 Speed Pro feels softer than the Prestige MP-L? That's super interesting - thought this was the only downside for Speeds really

I haven't played with the new Speed Pro yet, but I thought that the 360+ felt softer than both the 2021 Auxetic Prestige MP and MP-L.

I wonder how much difference there is between the new version and the 360+, I'm temped to buy a few more 360+ now that the price has come down.

 

[coolvinny]

So the 2022 Speed Pro feels softer than the Prestige MP-L? That's super interesting - thought this was the only downside for Speeds really

Haven’t tried MP-L. Was referring to the “new” black Prestige MP (old red Tour). But yes, and that’s even with poly on Speed Pro vs gut/poly hybrid on Prestige MP. Remember that the prestige has higher power rating of 400.

 

[veedo]

Haven’t tried MP-L. Was referring to the “new” black Prestige MP (old red Tour). But yes, and that’s even with poly on Speed Pro vs gut/poly hybrid on Prestige MP. Remember that the prestige has higher power rating of 400.

yup, it’s all consistent with TW’s published figures, but the new naming is still causing confusion.
- The new black prestige mp has a stiffness rating of 66.
- The old red prestige mp and its successor, the pro, are both around 60.
- Speed pro, both incoming and outgoing iteration are at 62 = yes, softer than the new PMP

 

[Hit 'em clean]

I've got three doubles matches in with the new Speed Pro's, will have just a hit session tonight. The new Speed Pro is familiar yet definitely different. I really like the feel of the 360+ frames and the new Auxetic feels good, but for me there was a slight learning curve. New sticks both came in pretty much on spec... 327g with the placard and plastic on the grip. Once I strung up with 17ga HyperG (46lbs) and added overgrip I was at 329g and 6.5pt HL balance.

I immediately went out and played a doubles match. Right from the start I struggled to find my range and feel in warmup. Ball seemed to be launching a little bit and spin was just not as easy to come by. I did notice when I was stringing that racquets that there seemed to be an unusual amount of frame flex when stringing. Maybe with the white frames of the 360+ I never noticed it, but man these Auxetic frames really seemed to move a lot under tension.

I was disappointed with the new frame... but started thinking about what I saw when stringing and what was happening on the court. Yesterday I restrung with Alu Power 16L and bumped to 50lbs. In warmup the difference was immediate... contact felt great... balls had good pop, but I could hit with spin, flat etc. without fail. Stringbed went from unpredictable to perfectly predictable. With enough tension... this frame has a really rewarding 'poppy' feel at contact.

The sweet spot feels bigger and more responsive with the new frame, but still very predictable. With the new setup I played lights out tennis. Volleys, groundstrokes, serves were all great. Volleys were especially nice with the new Auxetic feel. I think there is a touch more pop accessible in this frame. Regardless of the lower tension or higher tension... this frame serves even better for me. Easy, big flat serves... spin serves were very easy to hit as well.

All in all... a nice improvement in feel while still playing like the Speed Pro. If you have a 360+ and like it the new Auxetic version is an evolution, not a revolution. Still it'd be worth demoing just to see if the new improved feel might benefit you. Stringed is more responsive while still being very predictable and that's my favorite thing about the new version. Just keep in mind that I really believe that this racquet prefers to be strung with a firmer string or at higher tensions based on the way the frame reacts.

 

[coolvinny]

I just converted to Speed Pro (2022) from Prestige Pro. I hybrid strung with gut/poly at 52/50 and it feels great. My demo had poly at 50 and also felt great while plush. Don’t think I’d want to go lower than that.

 

[Wheelz]

I don't have the 2022 but same mold (360)... I like to string at 53 (rpm team , stiffer string) and it's a good balance.

 

[rv75]

Currently playing with the Wilson Blade v8 16x19 which I do like but I feel like sweet spot for volleys is much smaller coming from the Clash. I've been wanting to try something in the head line and I think this would be a good one. Does anyone know if I will feel a big increase in weight going to the Speed Pro? I like the 305g from the Blade. Not sure if the MP or Pro would be better for me

 

[veedo]

I just converted to Speed Pro (2022) from Prestige Pro. I hybrid strung with gut/poly at 52/50 and it feels great. My demo had poly at 50 and also felt great while plush. Don’t think I’d want to go lower than that.

Committed to the racket change or still experimenting? What made you switch from the prestige to the speed?

 

[Hit 'em clean]

Currently playing with the Wilson Blade v8 16x19 which I do like but I feel like sweet spot for volleys is much smaller coming from the Clash. I've been wanting to try something in the head line and I think this would be a good one. Does anyone know if I will feel a big increase in weight going to the Speed Pro? I like the 305g from the Blade. Not sure if the MP or Pro would be better for me

I have the Wilson Blade v8 as well and like it, but it doesn't have the same plow or power that the Speed Pro has. If you can find a Speed Pro spec'd on the light side it won't be so different, but going from a 318-320 swing weight to 330 will be noticeable. The Speed MP would probably be a much easier transition for you. If you can handle the bump to the Speed Pro it's well worth it as it has a great blend of control, power and spin that is very accessible if you have decent strokes.

My biggest beef with the Blade is there is not much weight of shot. My opponents return my shots much more easily when I use the Blade. Speed Pro hits very heavy balls and just eat up opponents.

 

[coolvinny]

Committed to the racket change or still experimenting? What made you switch from the prestige to the speed?

Committed. To be honest, the Prestige was always too demanding for me and I always knew that. I only started playing tennis again after 10+ years in Aug 2020, and even 10+ years ago I hit, on average, maybe once a week for a few years (so let’s say weak 3.5 player at best) and prior to that I’d not touched a racquet in over 15 years). But now, after 18 months of heavy practice, I have to be realistic about my game and abilities. I can still use the Prestige and hang fine with 4.0 players and I’m sure I could still get to 4.5 reasonably soon, but the Speed just makes everything easier and lets me hit bigger.

 

[rv75]

I have the Wilson Blade v8 as well and like it, but it doesn't have the same plow or power that the Speed Pro has. If you can find a Speed Pro spec'd on the light side it won't be so different, but going from a 318-320 swing weight to 330 will be noticeable. The Speed MP would probably be a much easier transition for you. If you can handle the bump to the Speed Pro it's well worth it as it has a great blend of control, power and spin that is very accessible if you have decent strokes.

My biggest beef with the Blade is there is not much weight of shot. My opponents return my shots much more easily when I use the Blade. Speed Pro hits very heavy balls and just eat up opponents.

Thank you! That has been my experience with the blade as well.
Would the MP not produce the same heavy ball? Would it be heavier than the blade v8?
I’m a 4.0 that can han with some 4.5 players.

 

[WillGinRVA]

Thank you! That has been my experience with the blade as well.
Would the MP not produce the same heavy ball? Would it be heavier than the blade v8?
I’m a 4.0 that can han with some 4.5 players.

I have a 360+ Speed Pro with 295 swingweight and a 2022 Speed MP with 296 swingweight and both are worlds better than my v7 Blade 16x19 with 292 swingweight. I feel like I’m cheating when I play with the Speeds.

 

[Hit 'em clean]

Just hit with the new Speed MP version… it’s better than the 360+ MP IMO. It’s a lot more solid feeling… as solid as the Pro, but without as much plow. MP hits a heavier ball than the Blade since swing weight is a little higher… it also has more power and spin. Still not as heavy groundies as the Pro, but respectable for it’s weight. With some added weight you could probably get it close to the Pro, but with more pop and easier access to spin.

 

[TW Staff]

For anyone who wants a deeper dive:

Michelle Every-New-Speed-Pro-is-my-favorite, TW

 

[TennisManiac]

It's hard to believe that there would be any noticeable difference between the 360+ and this new Aux frame. Specs are identical. Only difference is a very miniscule amount of auxetic material in the throat. I'm willing to bet that most of the people who say that it feels better or more solid than the previous 360+ is just imagining this. It's all in your head people. Heads Marketing Department is up 15-love against you guys.

 

[mrravioli]

It's hard to believe that there would be any noticeable difference between the 360+ and this new Aux frame. Specs are identical. Only difference is a very miniscule amount of auxetic material in the throat. I'm willing to bet that most of the people who say that it feels better or more solid than the previous 360+ is just imagining this. It's all in your head people. Heads Marketing Department is up 15-love against you guys.

Simply having less white makes it feel better. But seriously production and supply chain is super inconsistent now and same racquet model bought 1-2 year apart could feel different, let alone qc and other factors. Head might struggle to produce the same racquets they made 2 years ago.

 

[Chairman3]

For those who have played with it...

Did anyone find it clunky on serve?

Let me clarify by saying I basically only hit a heavy kick serve (1st and 2nd)...
But just felt a little slow through the air.

Groundstrokes and volleys were nice though, good spin too. The less than steller service is a deal breaker though.

 

[janelgreo]

For those who have played with it...

Did anyone find it clunky on serve?

Let me clarify by saying I basically only hit a heavy kick serve (1st and 2nd)...
But just felt a little slow through the air.

Groundstrokes and volleys were nice though, good spin too. The less than steller service is a deal breaker though.

Demo’d the Speed Pro and had the same feeling on the serve, sucks cause everything else felt good.

 

[Hit 'em clean]

The feel of the new Speed Pro is definitely different from the 360+. Is it a huge difference? No... but it is different. The difference does make the racquet play differently at low tensions. As a result I've had to find a completely new string setup (string and higher tension). I'm stringing at 50lbs now (used to be 46) and might go up to 52. At the higher tension I'm getting pretty much the same playability, but if feels as comfy as it did at 46lbs.

The Speed Pro is ridiculously solid and sweet at contact... hard to improve on the 360+, but it is better in the feel department. If you play with the MP version you'll notice the difference even more. Even with the 360+ I felt the MP didn't have the same solid feel as the Pro... felt a bit tinny or thin to me at contact. With the Auxetic, the MP is impressively close to the Pro in terms of feel at contact minus the feeling/benefit of plow you get with the Pro.

 

[Hit 'em clean]

For those who have played with it...

Did anyone find it clunky on serve?

Let me clarify by saying I basically only hit a heavy kick serve (1st and 2nd)...
But just felt a little slow through the air.

Groundstrokes and volleys were nice though, good spin too. The less than steller service is a deal breaker though.

Serving has never been the strength of the Speed Pro out of the box. Everywhere else it's a solidly great stick and pretty easy to get results with. I've never quite understood why the Speed Pro always seemed a bit 'clunky', as you put it, on the serve. Lots of other frames feel a lot more natural and 'speedy' and that can make it bit of a challenge to warm up to the Speed in the serve department. Because it feels slow up to the ball I think the tendency is to try and make it go faster... that can lead to tension and less speed.

My experience is that the Speed Pro doesn't respond well at all to being forced on the serve... at all. You really have to relax and trust that the speed will come... it's a bit delayed, but it does come. Many good or rather 'easy' serving racquets like the Ezone 98 allow you to really get it moving early and whip through from start to finish. The Speed Pro doesn't really come alive until that last 1-2ft up to the ball... at least that's what I've come to realize. I had to experiment, but if you relax let it gradually build you'll feel a tipping point at which it starts to come around or 'come alive' and then it accelerates and pops through the ball. It's different, but it does happen. It's a combination of plow and speed when it's right... but more plow than speed.

Still for many that's just not their cup of tea. Speed Pro has made me a much better server and improved my motion by really forcing me to relax and let it happen. I've always struggled with forcing it a bit on serve. I was always anxious to get the racquet moving and my tendency was to pull too hard and/or too early. That's no longer a problem for me. It's an acquired taste with the Speed Pro, but if you can get it to work for you... it can be fantastic on serve as well.

 

[Chairman3]

Well said @Hit 'em clean

Maybe it was the balance, seemed on spec (didn't measure) but I do prefer more HL
Maybe my demo was overspec on swingweight
It weighed 332g with 17L poly and overgrip, so pretty close to the 310g unstrung

Guess I should try to tailweight before sending it packing

 

[Hit 'em clean]

Well said @Hit 'em clean

Maybe it was the balance, seemed on spec (didn't measure) but I do prefer more HL
Maybe my demo was overspec on swingweight
It weighed 332g with 17L poly and overgrip, so pretty close to the 310g unstrung

Guess I should try to tailweight before sending it packing

At the very least my recommendation is to try a few flat serves with little to no effort... let the plow or weight of the racquet come over the top and through on it's own to get a feel for what it wants to do. Just go along for the ride. It's a much smaller window to find that 'feeling' then with other sticks, but it's there. If you can find that window you might be surprised at how big and accurately you can serve with it... I know I was. That will translate over into kick and slice serves as well.

 

[Wheelz]

Well said @Hit 'em clean

Maybe it was the balance, seemed on spec (didn't measure) but I do prefer more HL
Maybe my demo was overspec on swingweight
It weighed 332g with 17L poly and overgrip, so pretty close to the 310g unstrung

Guess I should try to tailweight before sending it packing

Only commenting on 2018 model but I had 17sw difference between my two sticks. Not a problem as I like the heavier stick. 1cm balance difference as well. You never know what the specs are until you measure them.

 

[n80aoag]

2020 and 2022 Speed Pro's felt different despite the same listed specs. My 2022 felt lighter which could be a QC difference in weight, but as others have said the auxetic version swings a little lighter and feels a bit crisper. Loved the bigger sweetspot compared to my DR98+ but I couldnt get used to the standard length in just my 90 min trial period with the 2022 Pro, so I'll be listing mine for sale in the classifieds soon

 

[Wheelz]

Feels lighter means nothing without specs. It’s the same mold but it’s the speed pro does swing fast for its weight

 

[n80aoag]

Feels lighter means nothing without specs. It’s the same mold but it’s the speed pro does swing fast for its weight

You're right, the holics on the forums want specs and actual SWs. But subjectively, a few of us are reporting it feels lighter

 

[baowow]

You're right, the holics on the forums want specs and actual SWs. But subjectively, a few of us are reporting it feels lighter

"Feels lighter" specs must be off because mine was by 5 grams in the head. I matched it up to my 360+ version, been playing with both side by side. I'm having a hard time telling the difference between the two.

Both of mine strung weight is 334 and 32.7 cm strung with OG and rubber band.

Great racquets, whichever version you get. Just make sure specs are close or matched with advertised specs.

 

[TNNSDR]

"Feels lighter" specs must be off because mine was by 5 grams in the head. I matched it up to my 360+ version, been playing with both side by side. I'm having a hard time telling the difference between the two.

Both of mine strung weight is 334 and 32.7 cm strung with OG and rubber band.

Great racquets, whichever version you get. Just make sure specs are close or matched with advertised specs.

Strings and string tension? Cheers!

 

[baowow]

Strings and string tension? Cheers!

42lbs, trying the OEHMS alu pearl with synthetic cross. Great strings for the $$.

 

[rv75]

"Feels lighter" specs must be off because mine was by 5 grams in the head. I matched it up to my 360+ version, been playing with both side by side. I'm having a hard time telling the difference between the two.

Both of mine strung weight is 334 and 32.7 cm strung with OG and rubber band.

Great racquets, whichever version you get. Just make sure specs are close or matched with advertised specs.

Is the speed pro 2022 good for doubles play?

 

[Wheelz]

"Feels lighter" specs must be off because mine was by 5 grams in the head. I matched it up to my 360+ version, been playing with both side by side. I'm having a hard time telling the difference between the two.

Both of mine strung weight is 334 and 32.7 cm strung with OG and rubber band.

Great racquets, whichever version you get. Just make sure specs are close or matched with advertised specs.

Exactly! Same mold. It shouldn’t swing different at the same specs. I had 3x speed pro 2018 and they were all vastly different. Good thing is I like them heavier anyways.

 

[Djinn]

Has anyone had the chance to compare the string patterns of the Speed Pro 2022 and the Gravity Pro? Is the Speed Pro 18*20 more or less dense than the Gravity Pro?

I'm a current Gravity Pro user and I like the racquet a lot. I've spec'd my set of 4 to about 340 grams with 340 SW. My only slight complaints are that it lacks a bit of maneuverability and easy access to spin. My idea is to check out the new Speed Pro and MP because I hear the feel on these racquets is very nice. The feel from the Gravity Pro is something I do not want to miss. I'm leaning more toward the MP which I will customize to my spec, but am also interested in checking out the Pro in case the string pattern is slightly more open than the Gravity Pro. I know its likely not the case since the Gravity Pro is wider from 3-9, but I want to make sure just in case.

Thanks.

 

[baowow]

Is the speed pro 2022 good for doubles play?

I think so. I does everything well for me. More forgiving than my blade v7. Blade is a little more solid but you get more free power with speed pro, especially on serves. If you are a player that likes head light balanced racquets or have whippy strokes, you will not like the speed pro.

 

[Sweatii_yetii]

Has anyone had the chance to compare the string patterns of the Speed Pro 2022 and the Gravity Pro? Is the Speed Pro 18*20 more or less dense than the Gravity Pro?

I'm a current Gravity Pro user and I like the racquet a lot. I've spec'd my set of 4 to about 340 grams with 340 SW. My only slight complaints are that it lacks a bit of maneuverability and easy access to spin. My idea is to check out the new Speed Pro and MP because I hear the feel on these racquets is very nice. The feel from the Gravity Pro is something I do not want to miss. I'm leaning more toward the MP which I will customize to my spec, but am also interested in checking out the Pro in case the string pattern is slightly more open than the Gravity Pro. I know its likely not the case since the Gravity Pro is wider from 3-9, but I want to make sure just in case.

Thanks.

I’ve been using my Gpro’s for about a year now and just picked up a speed mp and a speed pro to try out(both 2022)

like you my gravity’s are about 340g static weight but I did that by installing leather grips so I don’t know how much it at all it changes the swing weight.

by appearance string patterns are similar between the gpro and speed pro and I don’t feel much ofa difference in spin production between the 2. Definitely get more plow from the gpro and the feeling is unmatched.

where things got interesting was the speed mp!
Lighter overall and has a great 16x19 pattern that I’m able to rip the ball with! I added a leather grip as well as 4grams of lead at 3&9 and the racket is solid. Much better at playing defense but the feel of the gravity is absent so I’m torn. Love both and unfortunately you’d have to decide what your willing to lose/gain.

prefer 18 gauge confidential in g pro and 17gauge hyper g in speed mp

 

[baowow]

Has anyone had the chance to compare the string patterns of the Speed Pro 2022 and the Gravity Pro? Is the Speed Pro 18*20 more or less dense than the Gravity Pro?

I'm a current Gravity Pro user and I like the racquet a lot. I've spec'd my set of 4 to about 340 grams with 340 SW. My only slight complaints are that it lacks a bit of maneuverability and easy access to spin. My idea is to check out the new Speed Pro and MP because I hear the feel on these racquets is very nice. The feel from the Gravity Pro is something I do not want to miss. I'm leaning more toward the MP which I will customize to my spec, but am also interested in checking out the Pro in case the string pattern is slightly more open than the Gravity Pro. I know its likely not the case since the Gravity Pro is wider from 3-9, but I want to make sure just in case.

Thanks.

String spacing are close to the same. You will have to test the feel for yourself to see which you prefer. I personally like the speed pro better than the gravity pro.

 

[Djinn]

I’ve been using my Gpro’s for about a year now and just picked up a speed mp and a speed pro to try out(both 2022)

like you my gravity’s are about 340g static weight but I did that by installing leather grips so I don’t know how much it at all it changes the swing weight.

by appearance string patterns are similar between the gpro and speed pro and I don’t feel much ofa difference in spin production between the 2. Definitely get more plow from the gpro and the feeling is unmatched.

where things got interesting was the speed mp!
Lighter overall and has a great 16x19 pattern that I’m able to rip the ball with! I added a leather grip as well as 4grams of lead at 3&9 and the racket is solid. Much better at playing defense but the feel of the gravity is absent so I’m torn. Love both and unfortunately you’d have to decide what your willing to lose/gain.

prefer 18 gauge confidential in g pro and 17gauge hyper g in speed mp

I did the same with with my Gravity Pros. Added Oehms leather grips and about 1 gram at each 3 and 9 (outside the frame under the grommets) and about 2 grams at 12 (outside the frame under the grommets). I usually don't add lead at 3 and 9 but the wider head shape of the gravity was making it twist a bit on off center shots. That problem was alleviated with the lead at 3 and 9 though.

Speed MP was what I was looking to try more anyway. I would do the same thing with adding leather grips and some lead under the grommet at 12 to bring it up to spec. Hopefully the loss in feel and plow will be made up for by the Speed MP. I was intrigued because everyone kept mentioning how much the feel has improved in the Speed line with the new Auxetic technology.

 

[rv75]

I think so. I does everything well for me. More forgiving than my blade v7. Blade is a little more solid but you get more free power with speed pro, especially on serves. If you are a player that likes head light balanced racquets or have whippy strokes, you will not like the speed pro.

Currently playing with the blade v8 16x19. Looking for more free power

 

[Hit 'em clean]

Has anyone had the chance to compare the string patterns of the Speed Pro 2022 and the Gravity Pro? Is the Speed Pro 18*20 more or less dense than the Gravity Pro?

I'm a current Gravity Pro user and I like the racquet a lot. I've spec'd my set of 4 to about 340 grams with 340 SW. My only slight complaints are that it lacks a bit of maneuverability and easy access to spin. My idea is to check out the new Speed Pro and MP because I hear the feel on these racquets is very nice. The feel from the Gravity Pro is something I do not want to miss. I'm leaning more toward the MP which I will customize to my spec, but am also interested in checking out the Pro in case the string pattern is slightly more open than the Gravity Pro. I know its likely not the case since the Gravity Pro is wider from 3-9, but I want to make sure just in case.

Thanks.

I moved from the Gravity Pro to the Speed Pro. String patterns are pretty similar, but the differences comes from how the frame interacts with the ball, which results in a different ball flight. Speed Pro has more power and wider beam. It produces a more penetrating trajectory, but with similar amounts of spin. The Gravity Pro's thinner frame flexes more and doesn't have the same power so there tends to be a naturally arc in most shots. The added power of the Speed means that the pace seems to take precedence for a bit off the strings while with the Gravity the spin seems to have a more immediate impact. Gravity for me leaned defaulted toward spin... Speed leaned toward flatter balls.

I've used the head sensor in the past to compare the two and I was hitting a few mph faster with the Speed, but my spin numbers were extremely close to the Gravity. The result was that I hit heavier ball with the Speed... which was a nice surprise.

The Speed Pro is a lot closer to the Gravity Pro than the Speed MP. The Speed Pro is a step up in power from the Gravity while the MP is a good 3 steps up. I've never quite gelled with the MP, but this new one might feels so good. The Speed MP can rock the ball and hit with very good spin. I played the Pure Aero in the past and the Speed is kind of a tuned down Pure Aero but with more options. I actually played doubles with the MP last night and was getting insane power and spin... once I adjusted my timing and swing. MP plays more like a tweeter so going to it from the Gravity would be quite a big difference. If the MP works for you it is a wonderful feeling racquet. The Auxetic feel really makes a big difference in the MP version IMO.

 

[Djinn]

I moved from the Gravity Pro to the Speed Pro. String patterns are pretty similar, but the differences comes from how the frame interacts with the ball, which results in a different ball flight. Speed Pro has more power and wider beam. It produces a more penetrating trajectory, but with similar amounts of spin. The Gravity Pro's thinner frame flexes more and doesn't have the same power so there tends to be a naturally arc in most shots. The added power of the Speed means that the pace seems to take precedence for a bit off the strings while with the Gravity the spin seems to have a more immediate impact. Gravity for me leaned defaulted toward spin... Speed leaned toward flatter balls.

I've used the head sensor in the past to compare the two and I was hitting a few mph faster with the Speed, but my spin numbers were extremely close to the Gravity. The result was that I hit heavier ball with the Speed... which was a nice surprise.

The Speed Pro is a lot closer to the Gravity Pro than the Speed MP. The Speed Pro is a step up in power from the Gravity while the MP is a good 3 steps up. I've never quite gelled with the MP, but this new one might feels so good. The Speed MP can rock the ball and hit with very good spin. I played the Pure Aero in the past and the Speed is kind of a tuned down Pure Aero but with more options. I actually played doubles with the MP last night and was getting insane power and spin... once I adjusted my timing and swing. MP plays more like a tweeter so going to it from the Gravity would be quite a big difference. If the MP works for you it is a wonderful feeling racquet. The Auxetic feel really makes a big difference in the MP version IMO.

Thanks for the awesome insight. I will likely end up demoing the Speed Pro and MP in direct comparison with my Gravity Pros.

 

[TNNSDR]

42lbs, trying the OEHMS alu pearl with synthetic cross. Great strings for the $$.

Thx, I will give it a try too! ✌

 

[rv75]

I have the Wilson Blade v8 as well and like it, but it doesn't have the same plow or power that the Speed Pro has. If you can find a Speed Pro spec'd on the light side it won't be so different, but going from a 318-320 swing weight to 330 will be noticeable. The Speed MP would probably be a much easier transition for you. If you can handle the bump to the Speed Pro it's well worth it as it has a great blend of control, power and spin that is very accessible if you have decent strokes.

My biggest beef with the Blade is there is not much weight of shot. My opponents return my shots much more easily when I use the Blade. Speed Pro hits very heavy balls and just eat up opponents.

I finally got a chance to hit with the Speed Pro 2022.
First impressions... Can't believe how light it feels. Strung weight is 331g compared to my Blade V8 16x19 at 319g. A lot less demanding. Very maneuverable, easy to swing and serve. A lot more power even though than the Blade even though it was strung at 53 lbs. and I keep my Blades at 44 lbs. It looks like I'll be making the switch. The Blade is a great stick and feels a little more solid but I find it too demanding for me.

 

[WillGinRVA]

I finally got a chance to hit with the Speed Pro 2022.
First impressions... Can't believe how light it feels. Strung weight is 331g compared to my Blade V8 16x19 at 319g. A lot less demanding. Very maneuverable, easy to swing and serve. A lot more power even though than the Blade even though it was strung at 53 lbs. and I keep my Blades at 44 lbs. It looks like I'll be making the switch. The Blade is a great stick and feels a little more solid but I find it too demanding for me.

Is it possible your Blade came in high on swingweight and your Speed Pro came in low?

 

[nov]

Is it possible your Blade came in high on swingweight and your Speed Pro came in low?

Im curious too. Its unlikely that Blade have more SW, but maybe.

 

[rv75]

Is it possible your Blade came in high on swingweight and your Speed Pro came in low?

Could be but I don't know for sure. I guess the key word is that it "feels" much easier to swing. Static weight is higher

 

[edelp]

Am i right that so far only the video has been published kind of six weeks ago but not the written summaries, right? neither of the Pro nor the MP? I cannot find them.
I mean the video is normally the same but i find it easier to see the text somehow .

 

[Rentege]

Am i right that so far only the video has been published kind of six weeks ago but not the written summaries, right? neither of the Pro nor the MP? I cannot find them.
I mean the video is normally the same but i find it easier to see the text somehow .

You are correct, unfortunately. I also prefer the written reviews. I’m a little surprised the Speeds and Clashes haven’t had those yet given they’re probably each brand’s top seller. It also took them a little while on the Dunlop SX 300 Tour though so maybe they’re backed up.

 

[TW Staff]

Apologies for the delays in the written reviews. Between BNP and other things, they were pushed back a couple extra weeks. They are currently in the final stages of editing and should be up within the next week or so.

Thanks,
Brittany, TW

 

[dr325i]

It's hard to believe that there would be any noticeable difference between the 360+ and this new Aux frame. Specs are identical. Only difference is a very miniscule amount of auxetic material in the throat. I'm willing to bet that most of the people who say that it feels better or more solid than the previous 360+ is just imagining this. It's all in your head people. Heads Marketing Department is up 15-love against you guys.

The layup is different and not only that tiny Auxetic stuff in the throat