I like the look of the 335 sw (331 on tw) on the RF 01 Pro too. Based off the balance and static it sounds like it will hit an incredibly solid ball while not being overwhelming. I can’t imagine this frame need close to any weight besides the 340+ lovers where just a small bit of lead at 12 will get you there too. Very excited to see peoples feelings on this.
That’s what I was thinking. Probably going to pick one up myself
Yes.. same here
How do you describe its difficulty/playability?
And without the dual flex.
Thanks for posting. Love what I’m seeing. Though I don’t consider myself a flatter hitter, I think the customization of a 300 is perfect to suit your swing. Love the fast through the air and whippy. That what I want in a racket
Should I watch reviews before testing the racket out first? I feel like if i watch the reviews, I'll become biased in some way shape or form. Hahaahaha
Absolutely can't wait to hear your feedback.
I'm watching them because they give me ideas on what to look for. But I'm also not easy to be influenced, my review will be based purely on my experience with the racquet, regardless on what others say.
I'm right there with you, except I've only been using the mids and the RF97 for the past 8 years. That's the luck of the draw. I hope there are some playtesters who have a fresh memory of the Pro Staff 85 and 90.
Although I wasn't selected for the playtest, I did end up getting a 01 300 g for myself at my local shop and after an hr hitting with it stock, I decided to customize it to these specs and will let you know how it goes
Possibly not as viral but like RF2017 said, a new mold typically gets people interested. I would say based off the specs range and what it appears to be a certain line of frame they are pushing (getting comparisons to the Ezone and Aero 98). It would gain a good amount of hype in addition to have added uniqueness of foam filled, different handle shape, varying stiffness models, and a cool paint job. But absolutely throwing Federer into this as given it a considerably larger platform.
As viral? No, but it would still be a massive launch. I remember when the clash came out and even the hype of the shift (though that was somewhat tempered by the pandemic).
Only if it had Tomic’s name
The pandemic made tennis more popular. It is the number 1 safest sport for covid. Every one in the tennis industry loved covid for the surge, but of course hated covid itself, but loved making so much money.
Sure, but it complicated product launches. Remember the supply chain issues?
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I remember it took me a few months to find any tennis balls. I think by the time the Shift was available, getting rackets and balls wasn't a problem anymore.
I'm talking about things from a producer perspective. Launching a new product during the pandemic was a headache for any company. It's fine you disagree, but my point was originally that the shift was super hyped even though it was developed during the pandemic and launched after it. The clash and the shift represented new silos like the RF. They got tons of hype, but not as much as the RF due to Roger's name.
