Switching from Vcore 95 to Percept 97D

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WesKalo

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First post on here and thought to get some advice on a search for a new racquet. I’m coming from a Vcore 95 2021 and I have been searching for a while for a racquet that gives me more stability, feel, and a more forgiving stringbed. I also find the Vcore 95 2021 very muted which I don’t like. I have demoed a lot of racquets but still not finding the right one. I generate my own power and spin but some added pop would be nice. Currently have no customization other than leather grip. All of my 95 racquets weigh around 343-345 grams. I want to keep using my racquets stock and stay away from adding weight other than a leather grip if needed.

I’m very close to switching to Percept 97D. It gives me a lot more forgiveness/feel when at the net and on defense. It’s comfortable but not muted. Also gives me a lot more plow through. Pretty much everything I’m looking for except it’s not as maneuverable as the vcore 95. This may be something I just need to get used to and adjust the timing I have in preparation for the ball. Although the Vcore 95 with my leather grip weighs the same as 97D, the 95 comes around way quicker with it being so headlight. I may just need to adjust rather than having best of both worlds.

The 97D really allows me to feel ball on the stringbed and defensive shots seem much easier. It seems like I need a control racquet with more feel and a larger head size. I know others say the 95 plays like a 97 but I have a way bigger sweet spot and overall forgiveness with the Percept 97D. I would put a leather grip on 97D to make it more headlight but it may get too heavy at that point. Maybe I am wrong about that though and it would give me more of the whip I’m looking for… I want a racquet that is at least 97-100 sq inches. Any suggestions? Anything else out there that plays like 97D that is worth a demo?

I currently play 4.5-5.0 in Atlanta. I used to play in college but took a long break from tennis. The 95 is fun to play with but I feel tennis got easier when I switched to a bigger head size. I don’t play everyday like I used to in college and I am still getting my skill level back up. Lefty with two handed backhand.

Appreciate the support!
Wes
 
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WesKalo said:
First post on here and thought to get some advice on a search for a new racquet. I’m coming from a Vcore 95 2021 and I have been searching for a while for a racquet that gives me more stability, feel, and a more forgiving stringbed. I also find the Vcore 95 2021 very muted which I don’t like. I have demoed a lot of racquets but still not finding the right one. I generate my own power and spin but some added pop would be nice. Currently have no customization other than leather grip. All of my 95 racquets weigh around 343-345 grams. I want to keep using my racquets stock and stay away from adding weight other than a leather grip if needed.

I’m very close to switching to Percept 97D. It gives me a lot more forgiveness/feel when at the net and on defense. It’s comfortable but not muted. Also gives me a lot more plow through. Pretty much everything I’m looking for except it’s not as maneuverable as the vcore 95. This may be something I just need to get used to and adjust the timing I have in preparation for the ball. Although the Vcore 95 with my leather grip weighs the same as 97D, the 95 comes around way quicker with it being so headlight. I may just need to adjust rather than having best of both worlds.

The 97D really allows me to feel ball on the stringbed and defensive shots seem much easier. It seems like I need a control racquet with more feel and a larger head size. I know others say the 95 plays like a 97 but I have a way bigger sweet spot and overall forgiveness with the Percept 97D. I would put a leather grip on 97D to make it more headlight but it may get too heavy at that point. Maybe I am wrong about that though and it would give me more of the whip I’m looking for… I want a racquet that is at least 97-100 sq inches. Any suggestions? Anything else out there that plays like 97D that is worth a demo?

I currently play 4.5-5.0 in Atlanta. I used to play in college but took a long break from tennis. The 95 is fun to play with but I feel tennis got easier when I switched to a bigger head size. I don’t play everyday like I used to in college and I am still getting my skill level back up. Lefty with two handed backhand.

Appreciate the support!
Wes
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Have you tried the Vcore 95 2023? Personally found it had was more forgiving and had better playability than the 2021 version, more powerful and spin friendly, less muted. And you maintain a better maneuverability than the 97D that can be quite demanding to swing after a while. The headshape on the new Vcores is not for everyone though.
 
WesKalo said:
First post on here and thought to get some advice on a search for a new racquet. I’m coming from a Vcore 95 2021 and I have been searching for a while for a racquet that gives me more stability, feel, and a more forgiving stringbed. I also find the Vcore 95 2021 very muted which I don’t like. I have demoed a lot of racquets but still not finding the right one. I generate my own power and spin but some added pop would be nice. Currently have no customization other than leather grip. All of my 95 racquets weigh around 343-345 grams. I want to keep using my racquets stock and stay away from adding weight other than a leather grip if needed.

I’m very close to switching to Percept 97D. It gives me a lot more forgiveness/feel when at the net and on defense. It’s comfortable but not muted. Also gives me a lot more plow through. Pretty much everything I’m looking for except it’s not as maneuverable as the vcore 95. This may be something I just need to get used to and adjust the timing I have in preparation for the ball. Although the Vcore 95 with my leather grip weighs the same as 97D, the 95 comes around way quicker with it being so headlight. I may just need to adjust rather than having best of both worlds.

The 97D really allows me to feel ball on the stringbed and defensive shots seem much easier. It seems like I need a control racquet with more feel and a larger head size. I know others say the 95 plays like a 97 but I have a way bigger sweet spot and overall forgiveness with the Percept 97D. I would put a leather grip on 97D to make it more headlight but it may get too heavy at that point. Maybe I am wrong about that though and it would give me more of the whip I’m looking for… I want a racquet that is at least 97-100 sq inches. Any suggestions? Anything else out there that plays like 97D that is worth a demo?

I currently play 4.5-5.0 in Atlanta. I used to play in college but took a long break from tennis. The 95 is fun to play with but I feel tennis got easier when I switched to a bigger head size. I don’t play everyday like I used to in college and I am still getting my skill level back up. Lefty with two handed backhand.

Appreciate the support!
Wes
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Is this you Marcos?
 
WesKalo said:
Anything else out there that plays like 97D that is worth a demo?
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Check out Technifibre ISO 305. I've been comparing the two and they have the same stability, SW, control. Plus adding a leather grip to the ISO 305 won't make it too heavy like on the 97D. Another look may be the WO 18x20, you can add leather to it and a bit of lead to get it close to a 97D.
 
ttlapointe said:
Have you tried the Vcore 95 2023? Personally found it had was more forgiving and had better playability than the 2021 version, more powerful and spin friendly, less muted. And you maintain a better maneuverability than the 97D that can be quite demanding to swing after a while. The headshape on the new Vcores is not for everyone though.
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Agreed. Vcore 95 2023 felt more powerful and better access to spin. I liked the update but felt I was still in the same position of wanting more feel/consistent string bed. It might be that VDM technology I don’t like. Personally I thought forgiveness was very similar to 2021 but that’s just my experience. I felt a big difference when I played with 97D.
 
Chuonfood said:
Check out Technifibre ISO 305. I've been comparing the two and they have the same stability, SW, control. Plus adding a leather grip to the ISO 305 won't make it too heavy like on the 97D. Another look may be the WO 18x20, you can add leather to it and a bit of lead to get it close to a 97D.
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I tried the TF40 but not ISO. I’ll check it out. Also saw great reviews on the WO 18x20. Hard to find a demo but I will keep looking. Appreciate the tip man!
 
Hi Wes,

40-yo 4.0-4.5 OHBH all-courter here. Spent considerable time with the VC95 -- '15 SV, '18 and '21 -- and have been mainlining the '21 VCP 97D as my more controlled option alongside the Head Prestige MP-L (99" 16x19), so I feel pretty qualified to speak to the merits of both, yet I don't think I'm going to have to say a whole lot here, because it seems you've already got a pretty good handle on things.

In a nutshell, the 97D betters the VC95 in all areas except for maneuverability, ease-of-launch-angle and endurance required to operate it, especially late in matches and in tight situations. So, presuming you hit consistently, aggressively and flat-enough to get maximum benefit out of an 18x20, and you're still close enough to physical prime, the 97D could be a great choice.

That said, if you haven't already, I think you should most definitely take a look at the Head Radical MP and/or Pro and also the Solinco WhiteOut 18x20. All of those will offer the level of string bed consistency, feel and overall blend of control and power you're looking for, but in a lighter-weight and less demanding stock package than the 97D. And who knows, a slightly less head-light balance in a lighter frame may agree with you more so than a more excessive high-light balance in heavier frame -- especially because you have a 2HBH. Only one way to find out!

Hope that helps a bit. Any questions, feel free.
 
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Trip said:
Hi Wes,

40-yo 4.0-4.5 OHBH all-courter here. Spent consider time with the VC95 -- '15 SV, '18 and '21 -- and have been mainlining the '21 VCP 97D as my more controlled option alongside the Head Prestige MP-L (99" 16x19), so I feel pretty qualified to speak to the merits of both, yet I don't think I'm going to have to say a whole lot here, because it seems you've already got a pretty good handle on things.

In a nutshell, the 97D betters the VC95 in all areas except for maneuverability, ease-of-launch-angle and endurance required to operate it, especially late in matches and in tight situations. So, presuming you hit consistently, aggressively and flat-enough to get maximum benefit out of an 18x20, and you're still close enough to physical prime, the 97D could be a great choice.

That said, if you haven't already, I think you should most definitely take a look at the Head Radical MP and/or Pro and also the Solinco WhiteOut 18x20. All of those will offer the level of string bed consistency, feel and overall blend of control and power you're looking for, but in a lighter-weight and less demanding stock package than the 97D. And who knows, a slightly less head-light balance in a lighter frame may agree with you more so than a more excessive high-light balance in heavier frame -- especially because you have a 2HBH. Only one way to find out!

Hope that helps a bit. Any questions, feel free.
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Really appreciate the advice and insight! I’m curious on how Whiteout plays for sure. How is launch angle on the Whiteout vs 97D? I relate to everything you are mentioning. I think the ease of launch angle on 97D is a bit of an adjustment for sure- especially on return. I am hoping with time I will get used to it. That’s my main drawback with it.

I like that the 97D has more plow than my Vcore 95 but my backhand return seems to be going through an adjustment period with this switch.
 
WesKalo said:
Really appreciate the advice and insight! I’m curious on how Whiteout plays for sure. How is launch angle on the Whiteout vs 97D? I relate to everything you are mentioning. I think the ease of launch angle on 97D is a bit of an adjustment for sure- especially on return. I am hoping with time I will get used to it. That’s my main drawback with it.

I like that the 97D has more plow than my Vcore 95 but my backhand return seems to be going through an adjustment period with this switch.
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Trip said:
Hi Wes,

40-yo 4.0-4.5 OHBH all-courter here. Spent consider time with the VC95 -- '15 SV, '18 and '21 -- and have been mainlining the '21 VCP 97D as my more controlled option alongside the Head Prestige MP-L (99" 16x19), so I feel pretty qualified to speak to the merits of both, yet I don't think I'm going to have to say a whole lot here, because it seems you've already got a pretty good handle on things.

In a nutshell, the 97D betters the VC95 in all areas except for maneuverability, ease-of-launch-angle and endurance required to operate it, especially late in matches and in tight situations. So, presuming you hit consistently, aggressively and flat-enough to get maximum benefit out of an 18x20, and you're still close enough to physical prime, the 97D could be a great choice.

That said, if you haven't already, I think you should most definitely take a look at the Head Radical MP and/or Pro and also the Solinco WhiteOut 18x20. All of those will offer the level of string bed consistency, feel and overall blend of control and power you're looking for, but in a lighter-weight and less demanding stock package than the 97D. And who knows, a slightly less head-light balance in a lighter frame may agree with you more so than a more excessive high-light balance in heavier frame -- especially because you have a 2HBH. Only one way to find out!

Hope that helps a bit. Any questions, feel free.
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Trip said:
Hi Wes,

40-yo 4.0-4.5 OHBH all-courter here. Spent consider time with the VC95 -- '15 SV, '18 and '21 -- and have been mainlining the '21 VCP 97D as my more controlled option alongside the Head Prestige MP-L (99" 16x19), so I feel pretty qualified to speak to the merits of both, yet I don't think I'm going to have to say a whole lot here, because it seems you've already got a pretty good handle on things.

In a nutshell, the 97D betters the VC95 in all areas except for maneuverability, ease-of-launch-angle and endurance required to operate it, especially late in matches and in tight situations. So, presuming you hit consistently, aggressively and flat-enough to get maximum benefit out of an 18x20, and you're still close enough to physical prime, the 97D could be a great choice.

That said, if you haven't already, I think you should most definitely take a look at the Head Radical MP and/or Pro and also the Solinco WhiteOut 18x20. All of those will offer the level of string bed consistency, feel and overall blend of control and power you're looking for, but in a lighter-weight and less demanding stock package than the 97D. And who knows, a slightly less head-light balance in a lighter frame may agree with you more so than a more excessive high-light balance in heavier frame -- especially because you have a 2HBH. Only one way to find out!

Hope that helps a bit. Any questions, feel free.
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Do you think stringing at lower tension will help launch angle on my 2HBH?

Currently stringing with Dunlop Black Widow 17g at 47 tension.
 
I just made the switch to the Precept 97D. Originally @SupahMan5000 sent me a demo strung at 40 lbs with PT Rev. My normal tension in control frames is 48 lbs, but this still played controllable at 40. So I would definitely go lower 40’s in tension with a controlled poly. I currently have my racquet strung at 42 lbs. I would drop 2-3 lb increments & see what you think.
 
KC! said:
I just made the switch to the Precept 97D. Originally @SupahMan5000 sent me a demo strung at 40 lbs with PT Rev. My normal tension in control frames is 48 lbs, but this still played controllable at 40. So I would definitely go lower 40’s in tension with a controlled poly. I currently have my racquet strung at 42 lbs. I would drop 2-3 lb increments & see what you think.
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Thanks man! Do you think that lower tension helped your launch angle for backhands as an example?
 
WesKalo said:
Thanks man! Do you think that lower tension helped your launch angle for backhands as an example?
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Yes, it will help get more shape on the ball. I’ve used PT Rev & Confidential so far in it. I preferred the PT Rev of the two. I have a two handed backhand too.
 
GodlessEndeavor said:
Is he even sponsored? His highest ranking is 49, does Yonex ever sponsor players at that kind of level?
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That just seems odd, to instantly switch to Percept 97D after release when VCP 97D was long available and never in consideration (Giron has been featured by Karue Sell and also by tennis-warehouse in videos).

But he’s not on Yonex website as sponsored player last time I checked.
 
KC! said:
Yes, it will help get more shape on the ball. I’ve used PT Rev & Confidential so far in it. I preferred the PT Rev of the two. I have a two handed backhand too.
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I will give it a shot, thank you. Also, seems like you’re more educated than me on this… another quick question. Will a thinner string gauge affect swing weight to where you can really notice it? Like 1.24 vs 1.20/1.17. Curious if that will help get the racquet more maneuverable for shots on the run.
 
GodlessEndeavor said:
Is he even sponsored? His highest ranking is 49, does Yonex ever sponsor players at that kind of level?
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Yes, Marcos is sponsored, but potentially still by TW instead of Yonex directly. As for sponsorship candidacy, I'd presume TW sponsorship is more of a special exception than a "program" of any kind that they can/want to afford for at scale, but Yonex themselves will sponsor players outside the top 50 for sure (Brandon Nakashima, Soon Woo Kwon, etc.), and likely even much lower than that depending on the trajectory of the player in question.

@Dragy: 97D, no doubt about it. 18 mains, 20 crosses -- clearly visible:

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There's various levels of sponsorship. He's clearly not "signature racket" level, but I'm sure he's getting 30+ frames a year and a ton of gear/strings/grips etc.

Players have shown on YouTube when they get their gear packages leading up to Grand slams. It's usually a few bags, several pairs of shoes, clothes, strings/grips, and several frames. I imagine they get similar shipments 6 to 8 times a year
 
Trip said:
Yes, Marcos is sponsored, but potentially still by TW instead of Yonex directly. As for sponsorship candidacy, I'd presume TW sponsorship is more of a special exception than a "program" of any kind that they can/want to afford for at scale, but Yonex themselves will sponsor players outside the top 50 for sure (Brandon Nakashima, Soon Woo Kwon, etc.), and likely even much lower than that depending on the trajectory of the player in question.

@Dragy: 97D, no doubt about it. 18 mains, 20 crosses -- clearly visible:

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The players you named are also Asian including Nakashima who is Japanese so they definitely want to sponsor any highly ranked players from their own country and region.

TennisNerd confirmed in his latest vid that Giron is using the 97D. He asked Karue so you can't really get a better source than that being as he's his buddy and coach.
 
Vicious49 said:
The players you named are also Asian including Nakashima who is Japanese so they definitely want to sponsor any highly ranked players from their own country and region.

TennisNerd confirmed in his latest vid that Giron is using the 97D. He asked Karue so you can't really get a better source than that being as he's his buddy and coach.
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Nakashima is American and isn’t even full Japanese iirc.. Kwon makes sense as the top Korean player for the Asian market.
 
Torps said:
Nakashima is American and isn’t even full Japanese iirc.. Kwon makes sense as the top Korean player for the Asian market.
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Osaka isn't full Japanese either and she gets prime billing in a lot of their marketing. Stop splitting hairs and arguing semantics. You know exactly what I meant.
 
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Vicious49 said:
Osaka isn't full Japanese either and she gets prime billing in a lot of their marketing. Stop splitting hairs and arguing semantics. You know exactly what I meant.
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She was born in Japan.. none of my Japanese friends care about nakashima vs. actual Japanese players like Nishioka, or even Taro Daniel who’s another halfie who represents Japan as a country. It’s not semantics or splitting hairs, it’s culture.
They probably signed nakashima because of the next gen title.. he doesn’t offer much for marketing to their country or region at all.
 
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She was born in Japan.. none of my Japanese friends care about nakashima vs Nishioka, or even Taro Daniel who’s another halfie who represents Japan as a country. It’s not semantics or splitting hairs, it’s culture.
They probably signed nakashima because of the next gen title.. he doesn’t offer much for marketing to their country or region at all.
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If they were winning titles, they would care more about Nakashima and the others. That's like saying none of my American friends care about Giron, JJ Wolf, or Mmoh. They seem to care about Taylor Fritz and Tiafoe though. The only difference is winning and how highly they are ranked. So yes, you are arguing semantics and trying to make a straw argument.

If Osaka had never won, they wouldn't just not care about her, they wouldn't even want to claim her. I don't want to get in to the argument on that one as that will bring up a lot of racial stuff that no one wants to hear and doesn't need to be discussed here.
 
OP, you should probably also try the 2023 VCores (any of the head sizes). I personally found that the 97D can be a liability sometimes on defense, or basically any time I'm not ideally set up for my shots. I guess one could say the same thing about the VC95, but the 2023 in my experience is more forgiving in that regard than the 2021.
 
WesKalo said:
Really appreciate the advice and insight! I’m curious on how Whiteout plays for sure. How is launch angle on the Whiteout vs 97D? I relate to everything you are mentioning. I think the ease of launch angle on 97D is a bit of an adjustment for sure- especially on return. I am hoping with time I will get used to it. That’s my main drawback with it.
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You're very welcome. I'm going to bring this thread back on the rails by calling out @SupahMan5000, who has mainlined the WO 18x20 (although in XTD form), and has just gone through a demo of the P97D. He can actually hit a clean ball and knows what he's talking about. Here's his YT channel, where you can find him hitting both the WO 18x20 and 97D:

He can probably give a pretty good comparison between the WO 18x20 and P97D.
 
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Trip said:
You're very welcome. I'm going to bring this thread back on the rails by calling out @SupahMan5000, who has mainlined the WO 18x20 (although in XTD form), and has just gone through a demo of the P97D. He can actually hit a clean ball and what he's talking about. Here's his YT channel, where you can find him hitting both the WO 18x20 and 97D:

He can probably give a pretty good comparison between the WO 18x20 and P97D.
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Appreciate the kind kind words especially coming from someone with extensive knowledge like yourself

The WO is a pretty open and generous 18x20. Really great launch angle while still being predictable. I think there’s more string movement as well so it’s got a bit more spin potential

The 97D all other 18x20s considered is a pretty tight string bed. It can result in some times where you’re not getting enough lift on the ball or enough pace

There’s other characteristics that make each frame pretty distinctly different but in terms of launch angle the WO is quite a well loved string bed
 
Torps said:
She was born in Japan.. none of my Japanese friends care about nakashima vs Nishioka, or even Taro Daniel who’s another halfie who represents Japan as a country. It’s not semantics or splitting hairs, it’s culture.
They probably signed nakashima because of the next gen title.. he doesn’t offer much for marketing to their country or region at all.
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They do appeal to Asians around the world though. If Yonex was only worried about appeal in Japan then they wouldn’t be growing like there are right now. Japan is very small segment in the market.
 
KC! said:
They do appeal to Asians around the world though. If Yonex was only worried about appeal in Japan then they wouldn’t be growing like there are right now. Japan is very small segment in the market.
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For sure, considering the US is one of their, if not, top markets it makes sense to sign an up and coming American player like nakashima.
 
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Appreciate the kind kind words especially coming from someone with extensive knowledge like yourself

The WO is a pretty open and generous 18x20. Really great launch angle while still being predictable. I think there’s more string movement as well so it’s got a bit more spin potential

The 97D all other 18x20s considered is a pretty tight string bed. It can result in some times where you’re not getting enough lift on the ball or enough pace

There’s other characteristics that make each frame pretty distinctly different but in terms of launch angle the WO is quite a well loved string bed
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Appreciate you both! I’m playing pretty well with 97D right now. I dialed in on the returns yesterday. I think lower tension helps. My only concern with WO is that it wouldn’t be as stable as 97D. Thoughts on that?

Loving net play and handling high pace with 97D. The racquet helps a lot compared to the 21 Vcore 95.

It sounds WO might be better for lower balls that I need to dig out.
 
WesKalo said:
Appreciate you both! I’m playing pretty well with 97D right now. I dialed in on the returns yesterday. I think lower tension helps. My only concern with WO is that it wouldn’t be as stable as 97D. Thoughts on that?

Loving net play and handling high pace with 97D. The racquet helps a lot compared to the 21 Vcore 95.

It sounds WO might be better for lower balls that I need to dig out.
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WO def more maneuverable and my XTd has quite a bit more pop for defensive shots where I can’t get a full big cut

Of course that additional maneuverability comes from a bit of a lighter stock weight and being able to mess with balance without worrying about adding too much weight

The WO XTD stock is shockingly stable for a 305g frame but it also swings shockingly fast for an extended frame. I could use it stock fine but I def don’t get the same stabiiity I’d like. The Percept 97d and especially H have a really nice rock solidness to them.

I added a leather grip and 4 grams total at 3 and 9 and the whiteout has still been a little shaky at times but super maneuverable and tons of pop. It’s at 340 strung static and 328 ish SW
 
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WO def more maneuverable and my XTd has quite a bit more pop for defensive shots where I can’t get a full big cut

Of course that additional maneuverability comes from a bit of a lighter stock weight and being able to mess with balance without worrying about adding too much weight

The WO XTD stock is shockingly stable for a 305g frame but it also swings shockingly fast for an extended frame. I could use it stock fine but I def don’t get the same stabiiity I’d like. The Percept 97d and especially H have a really nice rock solidness to them.

I added a leather grip and 4 grams total at 3 and 9 and the whiteout has still been a little shaky at times but super maneuverable and tons of pop. It’s at 340 strung static and 328 ish SW
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Really appreciate all of this. I will try to take a look at WO before getting Percept. I love adding leather grip too. Your setup is similar to what I did with Vcore 95.

I found when playing at 5.0 and above I was missing easy ones at the net with lack of feel and unforgiving stringbed. I really had to be on my game hitting perfectly in sweet spot to play with little errors. Seems like 97D and probably WO 98 will give you some help as long as you’re in the right position.
 
WesKalo said:
Really appreciate all of this. I will try to take a look at WO before getting Percept. I love adding leather grip too. Your setup is similar to what I did with Vcore 95.

I found when playing at 5.0 and above I was missing easy ones at the net with lack of feel and unforgiving stringbed. I really had to be on my game hitting perfectly in sweet spot to play with little errors. Seems like 97D and probably WO 98 will give you some help as long as you’re in the right position.
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I am at the 5.0 level as well (former college player)

the WO fits the modern game perfectly. exactly what a modern controlled frame should be. I have other things going on that "require" me to test frames so I'm not competing for now and am testing a lot of different setups. however the WO XTD I was at some of my best tennis in my life this summer
 
WesKalo said:
Really appreciate all of this. I will try to take a look at WO before getting Percept. I love adding leather grip too. Your setup is similar to what I did with Vcore 95.

I found when playing at 5.0 and above I was missing easy ones at the net with lack of feel and unforgiving stringbed. I really had to be on my game hitting perfectly in sweet spot to play with little errors. Seems like 97D and probably WO 98 will give you some help as long as you’re in the right position.
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I’ve hit with them both thanks to @SupahMan5000. The one thing that separated the two for me was the feel. The WO xtd felt very stiff & hollow in my opion. They have stiffened up the Percept 97D in the hoop from previous VCP 97D, but still flex in neck. I loved the feel of the Percept 97 D, not so much the WOxtd. The Percept 97D is absolute precision & feels like an extension of my arm.
 
SupahMan5000 said:
I am at the 5.0 level as well (former college player)

the WO fits the modern game perfectly. exactly what a modern controlled frame should be. I have other things going on that "require" me to test frames so I'm not competing for now and am testing a lot of different setups. however the WO XTD I was at some of my best tennis in my life this summer
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Man you’re making this a tough call now haha. I played in college too but took a lot of time off after. I played with the pure storm 95 ltd back in college. The vcore 95 felt similar to that when I started picking up tennis again a couple years ago
 
KC! said:
I’ve hit with them both thanks to @SupahMan5000. The one thing that separated the two for me was the feel. The WO xtd felt very stiff & hollow in my opion. They have stiffened up the Percept 97D in the hoop from previous VCP 97D, but still flex in neck. I loved the feel of the Percept 97 D, not so much the WOxtd. The Percept 97D is absolute precision & feels like an extension of my arm.
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Agree with you man. I love the feel of the Percept and every shot feels comfortable. I love slicing with Percept too. Really cuts into ball
 
Trip said:
Yes, Marcos is sponsored, but potentially still by TW instead of Yonex directly. As for sponsorship candidacy, I'd presume TW sponsorship is more of a special exception than a "program" of any kind that they can/want to afford for at scale, but Yonex themselves will sponsor players outside the top 50 for sure (Brandon Nakashima, Soon Woo Kwon, etc.), and likely even much lower than that depending on the trajectory of the player in question.
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I was just about to say that Nakashima plays with a Pure Strike, but then I googled it and, wow, I didn't even notice he switched.
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If Osaka had never won, they wouldn't just not care about her, they wouldn't even want to claim her. I don't want to get in to the argument on that one as that will bring up a lot of racial stuff that no one wants to hear and doesn't need to be discussed here.
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Look, everyone knows that Yonex are making a TERRIBLE mistake by failing to center all of their marketing efforts around one of their current players who happens to be the undisputed Queen of the sport. The player that perfectly and beautifully combines power, speed, grace, glass and elegance. Yes, of course I am talking about Camila Giorgi. She should be on billboards around the world with her Vcore, but alas...
 
So does anyone know if Giron really did switch to the Percept 97D? He just smoked Tiafoe in Dallas.

Tiafoe, btw, finally using at least the Percept paint job, after first playing with it in Cincinnati (or Toronto) last year, and then surprisingly playing with his old Vcore Pro 97 at the US Open (which Yonex could not have been very happy about). So I'm wondering if Francis actually switched, or if he is still using the Vcore Pro.
 
@robyrolfo - 97D, definitely. Whether it's the VCP or Percept layup is anyone's guess, but I'd wager the Percept, due to the timing of when he switched.

Switching from Vcore 95 to Percept 97D

First post on here and thought to get some advice on a search for a new racquet. I’m coming from a Vcore 95 2021 and I have been searching for a while for a racquet that gives me more stability, feel, and a more forgiving stringbed. I also find the Vcore 95 2021 very muted which I don’t like. I...
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Go Pro Staff 97 if the goal is to get something more "user friendly".

18x20 rackets require a lot of weight to play well.
 
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