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Happi said:
I still count 8 strings within the throat. If you look at the image 8 top holes are clearly within the throat, but the 2 last ones goes out on the side.

What you see in the image is that the stringing starts at the bottom, and hense the throat bumper has 3 “bumps or hills” (dont know the term for this)

If the stringing layout was to start at the head (like other 18M Angell racquets), ther would be 4 “bumps or hills” with the excact same spacing between the strings.

So I think @ockelito is right its just a matter of definition, not a meassure of string spacing.

React string pattern is tighter than the Blade 98 16x19 (8 mains), and tighter than Prince TT100P 18x20 (6 mains), but more open than TC95
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This is from angell's site. Only 6 mains being used weaved in the throat piece. You don't count the two outer mains. Most ppl don't..
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longtimelurker said:
Post in thread 'Diary of a Racketaholic' http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/diary-of-a-racketaholic.347887/post-17519780

Looks 6 here..see what topspn says after stringing. Either way looks great !
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Yes React looks great and plays great too. Just strung up a TC100 Octane and as they are near to identical in size and shape, you clearly see the difference in patterns, TC100 is clearly a 6 mains but React to me is more like a 8 mains. But I guess its like you say Tomato. ….

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Happi said:
Yes React looks great and plays great too. Just strung up a TC100 Octane and as they are near to identical in size and shape, you clearly see the difference in patterns, TC100 is clearly a 6 mains but React to me is more like a 8 mains. But I guess its like you say Tomato. ….

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Could you snap a pic with the react overlaid on the tc100 please?
 
This was not a competitive tennis outing..sadly . Anyway hit the react for a while and in stock form certainly different from the TC frames. Far more control oriented even with HP @48lbs. The string pattern is tight but not as bad as the TC95 18M as far as my memory goes. As expected bring your on spin and power and translated to much more linear play. Feel is quite nice, not noodly, it is too light for my liking. 325.1g/32cm/322SW strung and OG. Still slices were low and penetrating. Nice stick on volleys! Nice overall and I see potential with some weight. I’ve added weight to 2&10 to bring SW up to 329 without any other alterations. Will see how it plays tomorrow in some match play.



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topspn said:
This was not a competitive tennis outing..sadly . Anyway hit the react for a while and in stock form certainly different from the TC frames. Far more control oriented even with HP @48lbs. The string pattern is tight but not as bad as the TC95 18M as far as my memory goes. As expected bring your on spin and power and translated to much more linear play. Feel is quite nice, not noodly, it is too light for my liking. 325.1g/32cm/322SW strung and OG. Still slices were low and penetrating. Nice stick on volleys! Nice overall and I see potential with some weight. I’ve added weight to 2&10 to bring SW up to 329 without any other alterations. Will see how it plays tomorrow in some match play.



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Regarding the feel and comfort, is it similar to the tc line?
 
longtimelurker said:
This is from angell's site. Only 6 mains being used weaved in the throat piece. You don't count the two outer mains. Most ppl don't..
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This could also be the 16x19 React as a picture/representation of the 18x19 (sometimes they just use one racquet for all the images as people usually don't look that closely). It happened with the Solinco Whiteout 18x20. The image being used had 16 Mains and 19 crosses in the picture, but was under the 18x20 description and specs).

Either way... the spacing seems tighter than the TC100 16x19.
 
Classic-TXP-IG MID said:
This could also be the 16x19 React as a picture/representation of the 18x19 (sometimes they just use one racquet for all the images as people usually don't look that closely). It happened with the Solinco Whiteout 18x20. The image being used had 16 Mains and 19 crosses in the picture, but was under the 18x20 description and specs).

Either way... the spacing seems tighter than the TC100 16x19.
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Yeah that is definitely the case with many companies and pics they use. Just looking at @topspn 's pic above it looks like there are six mains looped weaved in the throat piece.
 
Wonder if Paul is backordered. Haven't gotten any shipping updates on my order from Wednesday, which is unlike Paul. He usually ships within 24-28 hours.
 
bleno567 said:
Wonder if Paul is backordered. Haven't gotten any shipping updates on my order from Wednesday, which is unlike Paul. He usually ships within 24-28 hours.
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I think so. That, and maybe catching some Whimby matches the week before might have delayed things a little. :cool: I ordered mine 5 days ago and just received a shipping date this morning. Looking forward to receiving it.
 
Just finished playing with my React Pro 96 - 300 gram/10.6 unstrung - 9pts head light balance and it is the perfect spec for me at the moment. I am coming from playing with an Angell K7 Lime and a TC95 310 gram - 9pts head light spec. This racquet is the best of both worlds. Not too mushy or too flexible but modern feeling in a good way. I have mine strung with Tecnfibre Razor Code Soft 17 at 55lbs. I am happy Angell came out with this line :)
 
Can it be true that both Mid Pro and MP pro have 288 SW. Even though they have weight/balances of 315/310 and 305/315. Sounds like Mid Pro should have a heavier SW.
 
jdawg02 said:
Just finished playing with my React Pro 96 - 300 gram/10.6 unstrung - 9pts head light balance and it is the perfect spec for me at the moment. I am coming from playing with an Angell K7 Lime and a TC95 310 gram - 9pts head light spec. This racquet is the best of both worlds. Not too mushy or too flexible but modern feeling in a good way. I have mine strung with Tecnfibre Razor Code Soft 17 at 55lbs. I am happy Angell came out with this line :)
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How do you compare the React 96 to the tc95 in terms of comfort, feel, control, power and stability and launch angle?
 
I have TC95 305g unstrung, 7 points HL, 27.25 inch? I put lead in two identical frames, one with 10 inch each at 3 and 9, extended to 1.5 and 11
5, one with 10 inch from 10 to 2. I saw the latter felt better, the former felt too stiff. It seems like the frame is stable enough so it needs no lead tapes at 3 and 9. Do you feel the same?
 
Hi, I’m considering to try new Custom React in 99” 16x19 version. Although I usually play with tc100 63Ra 310 frame, I’ve read some guys who have relaxed the specs from 310 grams to 300’ish, so I’m interested in opinions about changes about power and control between both of them.

Regads.
 
Khanh PV said:
I have TC95 305g unstrung, 7 points HL, 27.25 inch? I put lead in two identical frames, one with 10 inch each at 3 and 9, extended to 1.5 and 11
5, one with 10 inch from 10 to 2. I saw the latter felt better, the former felt too stiff. It seems like the frame is stable enough so it needs no lead tapes at 3 and 9. Do you feel the same?
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I believe it is a matter of personal preference - just use the setup that feels best for you.
 
DrTompu said:
Hi, I’m considering to try new Custom React in 99” 16x19 version. Although I usually play with tc100 63Ra 310 frame, I’ve read some guys who have relaxed the specs from 310 grams to 300’ish, so I’m interested in opinions about changes about power and control between both of them.

Regads.
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My personal approach is to use the heaviest frame that I'm able to handle properly in 2-3 matches per day.
 
Carreau said:
My personal approach is to use the heaviest frame that I'm able to handle properly in 2-3 matches per day.
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This is a very overlooked aspect when choosing a new racket. I can play like a rock star with a 340+g frame for 2 hours. But can I do it for 3 days in a row, let alone 3 matches in the same day? Probably not.

I am not a heavy tournament player - and won't be for a few more years (work schedule has to calm down) but it is something I always think about, even playing several days in a row during a long weekend.
 
I am sad to report I did not like the react MPP 99. I thought since it wasn't foam filled and the whole design concept was maneuverability, it would have a low enough swingweight to play well at 28". I was way wrong. Racquet felt sluggish as hell.
 
bleno567 said:
I am sad to report I did not like the react MPP 99. I thought since it wasn't foam filled and the whole design concept was maneuverability, it would have a low enough swingweight to play well at 28". I was way wrong. Racquet felt sluggish as hell.
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Back to the Prince Chang Graphites?
 
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bleno567 said:
I am sad to report I did not like the react MPP 99. I thought since it wasn't foam filled and the whole design concept was maneuverability, it would have a low enough swingweight to play well at 28". I was way wrong. Racquet felt sluggish as hell.
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Not trying to sound rude, but are there any rackets that are "whippy" at 28in?

I'd love try one of Diego Schwarzman's personal sticks just to see what a 28in Head Prostock feels like!

Aside from it being sluggish, what else did the MPP feel like? Did it at least destroy balls that were timed well?
 
emhtennis said:
Not trying to sound rude, but are there any rackets that are "whippy" at 28in?

I'd love try one of Diego Schwarzman's personal sticks just to see what a 28in Head Prostock feels like!

Aside from it being sluggish, what else did the MPP feel like? Did it at least destroy balls that were timed well?
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The old POG LBs were actually pretty whippy because of their HL balance. I also have some TGT 293.2 pro stocks (mentioned in my signature) that are super whippy, since I took off the CAPs and dropped the swingweight dramatically. They're just shy of 28", so it's def possible to make a frame that fits this description.

The MPP actually felt amazing on contact. Buttery great pocketing with a real sense of dwell time. I can see it being a hit among players that keep it under 27.5".
 
For those with the means to measure it, what kind of twistweight are you getting on the React MPP? I've asked Angell, but they replied to me that they don't measure it and are unfortunately unable to give me a ballpark.
 
The upcoming Yonex Percept 100D specs look a lot like the React MPP, except of course for the head shape. Might have to wait and try that first.
 
Rock-solid said:
The upcoming Yonex Percept 100D specs look a lot like the React MPP, except of course for the head shape. Might have to wait and try that first.
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Had the same thought. The higher stiffness and slightly thicker beam should mean the Yonex is a touch more powerful? I'm planning to buy one or other of these, just not sure which to go for...
 
The upcoming Yonex Percept 100D specs look a lot like the React MPP, except of course for the head shape. Might have to wait and try that first.

Not really interested in the 100D myself. Don’t like the 23mm beam. Probably too clunky.

My react 99 18/19 is now @ the stringer. Unstrung specs: 315/309/298.

Let’s find out!
 
StanAO14 said:
No not a typo, measured with my sw1. Advertised is 288 right? Maybe Paul put some lead under the grommets, not sure, didn’t ask for it specifically. I think I would have put some lead in the hoop @288, now probably not..
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Mine was spot on at 288 (React 99 18x19) also meassured with sw1. Perhaps you have other Angell racquets and Paul found a frame that was closer in SW to your other frames.
 
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BTW I just played the Nationals here in my country, did not want to change frames before the tournament so I played with my trusted old TC100. From next week I will give React another round of testing, and I am looking forward to spend more time with that beauty of a frame. I will make some updated reviews.

I am a big fan of both TC95 18x19 and K7 Lime so I am also tempted by the React 96 18x20, so looking forward to some review and comparison between these frames.

Cheers, H
 
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315/310 has to have a higher SW than 305/310. Both available in the custom react.
Happi said:
Mine was spot on at 288 (React 99 18x19) also meassured with sw1. Perhaps you have other Angell racquets and Paul found a frame that was closer in SW to your other frames.
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What’s the spec of this one?
 
Hi! I just happened to make a trade for an Angell K7 Red as I thought it looked like an intriguing stick for my game, but I see very little mention of this racquet on this forum. Anyone have any insights they can provide on this racquet?
 
ockelito said:
315/310 has to have a higher SW than 305/310. Both available in the custom react.

What’s the spec of this one?
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No they dont have to, its all about how the weight is distribuated. You can have them at higher SW if requested, if you chose the custom version like I did.

My React’s are all 310 / 310 and consistant SW

My Angells TC100 are all 310 / 315 but with variable SW from 288 to 305, by request. That is the beauty of the Angell custom line.
 
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