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sma1001 said:
Ah! The myth of the market as having a life separate from the actors within it. But i agree - Mr A may feel he no longer needs to offer the discount. But buyers may be put off.
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I meant it more in the sense that the extent of demand makes it hard for Paul to meet all orders, which makes a implicit price increase a valid option. The rather extensive back order (at least to my understanding) of the TC 95 seems to be a good indicator I would say.
 
sma1001 said:
@Pleb123 - it is clear from your avatar picture that when in your trophy position you are letting your left arm drop too early. You should also clear the court of skeletons, must be distracting.
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I wonder why my coach did not point that out to me... oh, yeah... now I remember... I don't take criticism well. Anyway, note to self - must clear skeletons.
 
BounceHitBounceHit said:
Not yet, but if @Geiff is game this weekend look for more video action!i think @topspin offered the loan of a TC 100 70 RA for review? Maybe we can get it here in time for the Sunday review date?
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Hi, I will be home tomorrow and can package and send out Friday. I’ll send directly to Geoff and he could get it to your specs
 
SpinToWin said:
I meant it more in the sense that the extent of demand makes it hard for Paul to meet all orders, which makes a implicit price increase a valid option. The rather extensive back order (at least to my understanding) of the TC 95 seems to be a good indicator I would say.
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Indeed, supply and demand dynamics. My countryman, Adam Smith, had a lot to say about that. :)
 
Pleb123 said:
I'd also be keen to hear BHBH make a detailed comparison. I am loving the TFight 315 Ltd 16M and previously BHBH said it is softer than the TC95 and less powerful. The TFight does not feel noodly and has ample put away power but I am left wondering how much more power does the the TC95 have? Are control and spin similar? Manoeuvrability (lighter SW on the Ltd maybe helps it here but higher SW for the TC95 gives it greater power)? And how much firmer is the feel of the TC95? Also, from what I have read on this forum the TFight flexes in a similar way to the TC95 i.e. solid in the hoop and flexy in the throat. If the TC95 is like a TFight 315 Ltd on steroids and with equal or better control, my bank balance is really going to suffer.

Then there is the TC97 18x20 to consider... I wish Angell was still offering the multi racquet discount. It seemed to vanish from my saved basket on the Angell site about the time that the pound started falling.
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I have used a Tfight 315 for years. The TC95 is definitely all of those things. The thing to keep in mind is that the trajectory is higher on the TC95. I like that. It is easier to keep the ball deep and hit with more aggressive spin. There also is more power in the TC95. I am still not quite sure how the TC95 generates so much power, but it really does hit a heavy ball at a lighter weight than I had the 315. The 315 is a fantastic frame though. It's one of those racquets that improves the more weight you put on it.
 
[QUOaeb123, post: 10519590, member: 691342"]I wonder why my coach did not point that out to me... oh, yeah... now I remember... I don't take criticism well. Anyway, note to self - must clear skeletons.[/QUOTE]
Big monkey small racquet comparatively... you must have awesome court coverage
 
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BounceHitBounceHit said:
I play all of my frames at the same specifications: 343 g/32.5 cm balance/335 swing weight.
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Cool. It must be nice to know the exact specs you prefer. I'm always tinkering with my frames due to my fitness level, conditions, opponent etc.

I see the Technifibre 315 in your sig. Are you keeping it in addition to your TC95's or is the Technifibre 315 your main stick?
 
Played with my TC97 yesterday (107 degrees Heat Index). The power and control of this racquet is amazing. I am switching between the TC100 (RA63) for singles and the TC97 (RA 66) for doubles. Both play well with plenty of controllable power and spin. However, the TC97 is a more maneuverable, so it will be my primary doubles stick.
 
Just got my TC100 delivered today. 310g, 315mm, 63ra, 16x19, A grip. So excited. Can't wait to get it strung tomorrow and hit with it.


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my 2nd tc97 is on its way via DHL, going to give this one a go via gut mains 4g crosses and compare it to full 4g bed in the other racquet.
 
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Only hit with this beauty for about 30 minutes(had to stop because of rain) and it feels great.


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Username_ said:
TC95 (63RA) 310g stock, ~325g after lead tape
Natural Gut VS Touch 1.30mm mains / ALU Power Soft 1.25mm crosses
26kg / 24kg (or 57.5lbs / 53lbs)
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glad you found something that works... these sticks are like high performance vehicles and you really notice how the tires grip the road. Everyone has preferences but its good to see someone with a gut poly option that works... it adds to the knowledge base here in an important way.
 
I leaded the hell out of my Yonex XI98 a while back and played with it last night (355/350 SW) and then went back to the Angell. It felt like a toothpick.lol. Hilarious how that works with lead. Im going to keep the Angell at stock for now and mess with heavy lead in the Extreme. It's easy to get into high weights for 2 weeks and then hate it after that. But the Angell at those specs could be an absolute monster.
 
smirker said:
Not Bob but as someone who has played both recently I can confirm that the TC97 is a better serving racket than the PS97. Better all round in fact for me. I like the feel of a more flexy head. The PS97 felt very firm to me, the Angell is more flexy and has more dwell time which translates to better results for me at least.
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may i ask why you have both tc97 and tc100?

i myself can't decide which one to try.
i'm looking for something clearly more forgiving/powerful than my prestige mid plus....
 
ultradr said:
may i ask why you have both tc97 and tc100?

i myself can't decide which one to try.
i'm looking for something clearly more forgiving/powerful than my prestige mid plus....
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well tge tc97 will be most like your prestige mp only more forgiving... the tc100 is definitely tweener (with thinner beam and nice flex) while the tc97 is a forgiving player's frame.
 
trying to decide between TC97 (upcoming 18x20) or TC100.

anybody know swing weight of TC100 ?
and these RA's are unstrung right? (-~5 strung i guess...)

i can't really hit with anything under 320g (more like 330g guy) and worry TC100 might not be that maneuverable with 320+ g weight. I mainly play doubles...
thanks.
 
ultradr said:
trying to decide between TC97 (upcoming 18x20) or TC100.

anybody know swing weight of TC100 ?
and these RA's are unstrung right? (-~5 strung i guess...)

i can't really hit with anything under 320g (more like 330g guy) and worry TC100 might not be that maneuverable with 320+ g weight. I mainly play doubles...
thanks.
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For doubles I'd recommend the TC 97 personally
 
bobtodd said:
Played with my TC97 yesterday (107 degrees Heat Index). The power and control of this racquet is amazing. I am switching between the TC100 (RA63) for singles and the TC97 (RA 66) for doubles. Both play well with plenty of controllable power and spin. However, the TC97 is a more maneuverable, so it will be my primary doubles stick.
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What makes the 97 more maneuverable for you? More HL? Less static or swing weight? I have both the 97 and 100 as well and they feel fairly similar to me in terms of maneuverability (have about 1g of lead at 12 on both, and OG and dampener; that's it). Both come in at right about 7 pts HL. My 97 is a custom with unstrung specs at 310g, 9HL, 292 SW; the 100 is their non-custom 100Tour that came in at just about the same unstrung specs (288 SW versus 292).
 
ultradr said:
i can't really hit with anything under 320g (more like 330g guy) and worry TC100 might not be that maneuverable with 320+ g weight. I mainly play doubles...
thanks.
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The TC97 with its smaller head just moves around more easily than a 100. Since you like 320+ SW I think you'll like the TC97 or even the much touted TC95 RA63 (its a beast... consider the 18x20 headsize is nearly as large as the TC97... Id say thr TC95 is really a 96... its definitely visibly smaller than a true 98 inch prince I have) As a box beam I think the TC97 will play more prestige-ish than the TC95 and TC100 which have a very heritage Dunlop meets prostaff vibe.
 
ultradr said:
may i ask why you have both tc97 and tc100?

i myself can't decide which one to try.
i'm looking for something clearly more forgiving/powerful than my prestige mid plus....
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I don't anymore. Sold the 100. Solid racket which I liked a lot but for an attacking all-court doubles player the 97 is the superior stick.
 
ultradr said:
trying to decide between TC97 (upcoming 18x20) or TC100.

anybody know swing weight of TC100 ?
and these RA's are unstrung right? (-~5 strung i guess...)

i can't really hit with anything under 320g (more like 330g guy) and worry TC100 might not be that maneuverable with 320+ g weight. I mainly play doubles...
thanks.
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Same here, doubles player waiting for the 18x20, my preferred pattern.
 
Backhanded Compliment said:
The TC97 with its smaller head just moves around more easily than a 100. Since you like 320+ SW I think you'll like the TC97 or even the much touted TC95 RA63 (its a beast... consider the 18x20 headsize is nearly as large as the TC97... Id say thr TC95 is really a 96... its definitely visibly smaller than a true 98 inch prince I have) As a box beam I think the TC97 will play more prestige-ish than the TC95 and TC100 which have a very heritage Dunlop meets prostaff vibe.
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umm, i really want to try tc95 but there is no demo option of tc95 in US....
 
I find the Angells have a fairly unique feel so difficult to compare to a modern retail frame which I find hollow and stiff for the most part. The foam fill creates it's own feel. Solid and plush. The one frame I am reminded of is the Wilson N-Tour two, an old favourite of mine which was also foam filled. As for power level, there is plenty on offer. The 100 for me is a solid baseliners option, the 97 being more suited to an all-court attacking game. I use the 97 as I almost exclusively play doubles so need the feel and maneuverability up at net (too old and injured to play a decent singles game these days)
 
I have so much variety of Angell racquets currently trying to play consistently with TC100 63RA and dial it in. It is essentially a more forgiving TC95 63RA. At the heaviest weight and HL, you can really generate some heavy action on the ball. The loss of precision from head size is not enormous. Comfort is superb and pocketing is superb. Currently, strung with square-x and between blasting serves and unloading on ground strokes, the power is kinda addictive. Have to remind myself to be patient and pull the trigger on just the right shot. Paul has created a collection of beauties and it's just painful to choose between them
 
ultradr said:
may i ask why you have both tc97 and tc100?

i myself can't decide which one to try.
i'm looking for something clearly more forgiving/powerful than my prestige mid plus....
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another consideration is feel... Angells D beam frames have a particular dampened/plush feel ... the tc97 gives feedback that a prestige player will be more familiar with. Unless you want to completely change up your prestige game to baseline basher Id probably go for the tc97.
 
Power Player said:
I have used a Tfight 315 for years. The TC95 is definitely all of those things. The thing to keep in mind is that the trajectory is higher on the TC95. I like that. It is easier to keep the ball deep and hit with more aggressive spin. There also is more power in the TC95. I am still not quite sure how the TC95 generates so much power, but it really does hit a heavy ball at a lighter weight than I had the 315. The 315 is a fantastic frame though. It's one of those racquets that improves the more weight you put on it.
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Agree with Power Player's assessment/characterization of the two frames. I hit them back to back this morning and while there is plenty to like in both, I think I serve bigger and more accurately with the TC 95, which may be what ultimately decides it for me. Nonetheless I absolutely LOVE both, and they each also certainly exude quality in terms of fit and finish. :) By comparison the TC 97 feels more 'muted' and I am therefore less connected to my shots. While the flat bombs with the 97 are like a siren's song, I play better overall tennis with the TC 95 and TF 315 LTD. Best, BHBH
 
spottt said:
Do you know if Mr. Paul make a discount if i buy 3 racquets?
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Paul has run some promotions like buy 2 get 10% and sometimes a free bag. I think he"s been extra busy (part of our grass roots keep Paul insanely busy making racquets campaign here..) because he's the only one who does what he does.

maybe late fall he will have a buy 3 promotion?
 
JackB1 said:
Is the 97 much harder to use than the 100
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Arguably the 97 is easier to use. Depends what you want. Whereas the 100 arguably has the larger sweetspot, the 97 sweetspot is still very large by relative standards. Where the 97 scores for me over the 100 is the maneuverability: it is much easier to flick, and react to volleys. For a baseline grinder the 100 may work better.
 
Do you know if the custom end cap (max of 5 caracters) is available. The post from that, in his facebook page, is 2013, and in the site there is no reference
 
Backhanded Compliment said:
another consideration is feel... Angells D beam frames have a particular dampened/plush feel ... the tc97 gives feedback that a prestige player will be more familiar with. Unless you want to completely change up your prestige game to baseline basher Id probably go for the tc97.
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Yeah I think angell had it right.
Either more forgiving prestige or pure drive tour level frame.
Or 95 pro staff like higher swing weight pancake feel crusher...
 
Being based in the UK, I can only assume the Brexit decision which caused the UK pound to take a 10%+ hit has dramatically increased costs for Angell. Chinese suppliers deal in US dollars.
 
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