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Backhanded Compliment
Legend
me like and g'day y'all
haqq777
Legend
Hey @Backhanded Compliment , long time no see. How've you been?
Backhanded Compliment
Legend
Just absurdly busy... and itching to play tennis soon. 6 new courts have been recently resurfaced in my immediate vicinity. I hit some serves on some last year but have yet to play on them. Thought I'd check in. I LOVE that new cosmetic Paul is doing on the TC101... its very 90's ala Fischers or Paul's cool work for Dunlop. LOVE that and hope I can get a TC95 16x19 in that scheme.
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Pneumated1
Hall of Fame
Flex will sit between the current TC100 options ... and paint. Oh yeah, and a square inch, lol.
Backhanded Compliment
Legend
throat geometry... looks more box beam
I still have my K7 Lime brand new. I haven't even bothered to string it up at all since I'm loving the ASL 2 so much. I may just return the K7 Lime. Anyone know what the return process is like?
What does that mean when we talk about racquet performance?
FourOutOfFive
Rookie
Lol a lot. Looks like the TC101 is essentially an oversized TC97. Compared to the D beam Angells it’s gonna have more hoop flex and a slightly less muted feel. If you play the 63ra 100 and enjoy the flex and feel of it I think it’s probably not worth the switch. I know a lot of players who play the 95 or 100, try out the 97 and like the feel, but prefer the type of shot they can hit with their D beam.
I’m sure the TC101 is going to be a nice racquet, but I’m not quite sure where it fits into the lineup. The 16x19 TC97 is an already very easy to play with stick imo.
Give one hundred and 1 percent.....
itsstephenyo
Semi-Pro
New sticks always add 1-1.5 NTRP rating by virtue of being new so it's super worth it!That paintjob looks awesome. Now I need to convince someone that I am hindered in my progression by my current rackets...or should I just ask for forgiveness instead of permission?
Don't Let It Bounce
Hall of Fame
TC101 is to TC100 as TC97 is to TC95, evidently. Nice-looking new offering.
Anyone heard whether the head shape is the more oval TC100 shape or the rounder ASL3 shape? There are no straight-on photos on the web site.
Anyone heard whether the head shape is the more oval TC100 shape or the rounder ASL3 shape? There are no straight-on photos on the web site.
itsstephenyo
Semi-Pro
Incomimg tc96, tc98, k8 electric Green confirmedGot this in the email tonight.... it says...
“Bring Your Plus One To The Court
The new Angell V3 TC101 is our first new frame for 2020”
so... does that mean we can expect more new frames for 2020.... this is exciting
& Go One Better In 2020
Classic-TXP-IG MID
Hall of Fame
Got this in the email tonight.... it says...
“Bring Your Plus One To The Court
The new Angell V3 TC101 is our first new frame for 2020”
so... does that mean we can expect more new frames for 2020.... this is exciting
& Go One Better In 2020
I hope that the string patterns are also going to be slightly different... maybe even lower RAs... exciting news
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Classic-TXP-IG MID
Hall of Fame
Is this your hope or what Paul has told you?
If you have further info, are you able to reveal it...?
Actually I find TC100 to be not flexible at all. Very firm hoop. Not a fan of the feel
rlau
Hall of Fame
So two cosmetics to choose from for the TC101? That is cool.Oh my, new frame, a TC101
Angell Custom Racket TC97
The Angell 97" custom racket is now available. Built to your specifications from premium high modulus carbon fibre. Includes Foam Core.www.angelltennis.com
Happi
Hall of Fame
you must be joking, the TC100 plays so soft, by far the most arm friendly racquet I ever played including Phantoms, ProKennex and Clash.
No, I'm not joking. It is firm as a bone. I had Phantom 100P Pro, Ai 98, Dr 98 and those frames are soft. I think that RA on TC100 is misleading. Ai 98 has RA of 65 unstrung and it is plush as a pillow. TC100 has RA od 63 and it is firm.
Anyways dynamic stifness is what it counts. Static RA doesn't tell the whole story.
rlau
Hall of Fame
I played with the TC100 70RA and did not find it harsh at all.
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joohan
Guest
Well yes and yes. 63RA D beam Angells are not your typical soft frames for sure. Soft mold yet firm, uniform flex feel - I don’t really care for that and very much prefer the feel of 70RA TC90 (the only 70RA Angell I’ve played with). Good to have more options...
I like the performance of TC100 63RA bit I don't like the feel. It is to firm for my hand and shoulder
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joohan
Guest
There’s no doubt about performance of these sticks - Both TC95 and TC100 are beasts of a racquets. But 63RA TC100 made my elbow sore paradoxically when not hitting full out. It has sort of a long wave vibration and my hand doesn’t like it one bit (I’m a 1 hander).
itsstephenyo
Semi-Pro
Sorry, thought I put enough sarcasm in my post. I just took the "one better idea and added it to the current line. Completely joking, guys. Don't use me as a source!
Happi
Hall of Fame
Interesting, I had a severe elbow problem and I think playing with the TC95 63RA and TC100 63RA saved my elbow.
I have had both DR98 and 3 different Phantoms including 100P and 93P, DR98 plays firmer than the Angell racquets, and the Phantoms put more strain to my elbow as they were to low powered.
TC100 and TC95 is the only racquets that have allowed me to play full poly setup, any other racquets and my elbow goes south.
Both TC95 and TC100 (tried the TC97 but did not like that feeling) are both powerful racquets, so I guess you could call them firm, but they are for sure arm friendly racquets for my sensitive arm.
Interesting their are som many different opinions about racquet and strings (what is soft and what is not), I only listen to my elbow that will tell me what is a healthy setup and what is not - and I did try a lot of different strings and racquets. There was an Angel that saved my tennis, when I was about to give up due to injury.
Happi
Hall of Fame
Yes they play absolutely great, no weak points IMO. I also play the TC100 and like that even better, but they play similar.
Happi
Hall of Fame
I play 2 handed, and I like that they have amble power so that you don't have to hit all out, but can dictate play even at 70-80%
They are foam filled and very damped on vibration, so I really don't get the elbow problem as the TC95 and TC100 was the only racquets I could play when I had my elbow problem. Well not entirely true the Prince TT95 (2015 version) did not hurt my elbow, but I like the Angell better.
Could be your string setup that does not mix well with the Angell, were you able to transit to another racquet that helped your elbow problem ?
Despite the same, or almost the same RA, I fell like the TC100 and Phantoms/Ai 98/Dr 98 are at the opposite side of the spectrum regarding comfort and feel. Ai 98 is plush, Phantoms are flexy, TC100 63RA is firm but plays softer the harder you hit the ball. It feels metallic/industrial.
Anyways that is just how I feel.
Happi
Hall of Fame
That really surprise me as the TC100 is the master serve stick, you get a lot of free power. The Phantoms on the other hand hurts my shoulder, as I have to hit more out in order to generate even decent power, and that hurts my shoulder.
topspn
G.O.A.T.
I have the 70RA, plays beautifully and comfortably
Happi
Hall of Fame
I never experienced that the TC100 plays firmer when hitting slower, only racquet that I tried that play different when hitting harder was the Clash and I absolutely hated that.
IMO the DR98 plays stiffer than the TC100. The phantoms plays flex and low powered and that force me to hit more out and THAT actually hurts my arm. I am a hard hitter baseliner, so I guess the TC100 or TC95 just fits my game, but more so also are the most arm friendly racquets that I played.
There is som much diverse info to get on TT, so I read get inspired (yes it is costly) and try out for my self, my elbow gives me immediate respons if I play anything to firm or stiff. TC100 is the only racquet so far that I have been able to play poly with, and poly really suits my game. I have been on a quest for the last few years to find a setup that match my game, and that does not hurt my elbow - TC95 and TC100 was the ones, I am not going to change racquets again for a long time. However I am testing a lot of poly strings to find the right setup for my elbow.
Happi
Hall of Fame
I would like to try out the 70RA version, but too afraid for my elbow, I think the TC100 63RA has even too much power sometimes for me.
What string setup are you playing ? Thanks
SteveXtreme1978
Rookie
I was looking to purchase the TC100 63RA 27.5" length to replace my current DR98+ racket before this new TC101 became available. Now I am confused. I am not expert on racket setup but what do you all think about the TC101 based on specs compare to TC100, which will be closer to the DR98+. Which is better for arms? Which will have more power? Which is better for flat hitters?
topspn
G.O.A.T.
The 63RA version is not more comfortable. I played with revolution, revolve spin, hyper-g all 54 or 55lbs and comfort wasn’t an issue.
TC100 and TC95 16x19 both 63RA has no issues for me. i have also tried softer co-poly at "very" low tension (ie. 33/30lb) and it was plush and very nice pocketing feel. They are nice with fb of multi also. One string surprised me the most was the Halo 3 - i think it is classified as syn gut, but played nicely as fb at around 54lb on both.
the K7 Red is nice too, but plays slightly differently to the TC100 and TC95... i guess its the box beam on the K7
i guess everyone one plays differently and has different preferences - especially the static weight/balance/SW and the string setup... which could ultimately lead to injuries if not done properly (as well as the technics.. lol)
the K7 Red is nice too, but plays slightly differently to the TC100 and TC95... i guess its the box beam on the K7
i guess everyone one plays differently and has different preferences - especially the static weight/balance/SW and the string setup... which could ultimately lead to injuries if not done properly (as well as the technics.. lol)
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joohan
Guest
That’s exactly how I feel. Exactly.
Anyway I’m not forcing my opinion on anyone, merely stating what I feel. TC100 is great and I could definitely play with it full time (well, I did play exclusively with it for a year so I guess I’m entitled to a rather valid opinion), I’m just not a big fan of its feel. I don’t have any issues with 70RA Angells or even nearly 70RA strung, tailweighted Wilson tweener with full poly. Weight is not an issue as well...I can play 2-2,5 hours with Yonex Tour G330 at a high standard (until its SW wears me down .)
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Anyway, this is not a new issue. We’ve discussed this several times over the past couple of years here in this thread. It’s just that there’s always someone “new” who can’t believe someone can feel what I feel (and, apparently, I’m not the only one). No disrespect or whatever, hopefully this post doesn’t come across like that.
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Happi
Hall of Fame
There will always be folks with a different opinion, but the vast majority here in this thread will state that the Angells are very arm friendly racquets indeed. There are even posters here on TT that state that Kevlar is an arm friendly string.
Happi
Hall of Fame
I am working my way down in tension, now playing with Tourna Silver 7 Tour at 42/40 on TC100, plays great ans still full control. I will god 40/38 on next string job as the S7T holds tension very well. My first experience with low tension poly, so any advice with tension and soft strings (with good tension stability) will be appreciated. How low can you go and still have control.
In my other Tc100 I have a hybrid of Gut / Isospeed professional Classic at 57/59 and it plays really great.
Have not had any luck with finding a good multi for the TC100, strings move all around, and I can't controll very well.
Gyt/poly hybrid for TC100, I am still on the outlook for the right cross string and tension, experimenting but have not found the setup yet. Next on my list is Grapplesnake Irukandji for a cross. For now my Gut/Iso hybrid play the best.
