Hi, guys. I'm considering going the Angell route (mainly interested in TC95), but the monstrous spec choices are a bit dizzy. Can't afford the time to read the entire 180-page thread so just a few quick questions here.
1. The string pattern. Would the 16*19 offer a lot more spin or power on tap? I preferred denser patterns in the past (Prestige MP) for longer string life and a more solid feel (real or psychedelic), but when I played both patterns of Blade 98 side by side, I was instantly amazed at the easier power 16*19 offered. So I'm actually leaning toward the 16*19, especially for the smallish 95 size.
2. Weight and balance. I like my racquets to be 325/330-ish in both static and swing weights, so obviously the 310g unstrung version should be my choice. Then which balance point option would bring the racquet into my preferred spec. Also what should be expected from a 320g & more headlight version against its lighter but more headheavy counterpart? If I buy with a leather grip, would it add to the total weight and hl-points or still get the same spec but just different grip?
3. Buying choice. How much and how long would it take to ship to the US?
Thanks in advance. I know some of these question could be too finicky, but would really appreciate if you could offer any help. Fingers crossed to be a part of the club.
I had two TC95 63 RA, one of each string pattern.
The 18x20 gives you more control, because of the lower launch angle, directional control and the feel, more connected to the ball. It has a good amount of spin, but I found it to be significantly less than the 16x19 version.
I think the 16x19 is easier to generate power and spin, but you have to learn to control that humongous amount of spin, it takes a little time to adjust (I play almost flat and used to go only with 20 crosses).
If going for the 18x20, in the tc95, I would suggest a little lead on 3 and 9, as I think it has a small sweetspot.
For a 325 sw, I think you should go with the 70RA or ask that before buying, and maybe have to wait a little. My 16x19 had a sw of 340, and my 18x20 had a 330 sw, but here in this forum, it is more easy to find over 330 sw for the 63 RA then less...
I have now two tc100 70 RA, asked for low sw ones, and I got 311 and 304 strung sw, made them 320 with just a little lead on 12 hour, so easy to do.
Swingweight won't be affected by static weight and balance that you choose, so just go with your prefered specs in these departments.
Paul compensates cuhion grip choices in the final weight and balance, but I found the leather grip of Angell to be on the light side, and synthetic grips on the heavier side, so not that much difference for the calculations (around 3/4 grams is what I got).
If what you want in terms of swingweight and RA is available, the 3 times I ordered from Angell, I got the rackets in USA in less than a week (actually, the last one took only one day from Cambridge to Miami in DHL, less than 3 days everything!!!!).
And just to compare, the other two racquets you mentioned, blade and prestige, they feel more like the tc97, so expect the tc95 to get you a little more time to feel at home.
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