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here http://m.imgur.com/9f5OaujHave a photo by any chance?
here http://m.imgur.com/9f5OaujHave a photo by any chance?
Wow, you weren't lying about a little bit of lead. So I'm guessing if you have a small piece at 3, 9, 4, & 8, that's a total of 8 small pieces of tape? As a side note, I really need to add one of those TC95's with the old paint job to my collection. I really like the look.
Wrong forum I know, but what is the classic Head racquet that everyone compares the Tecnifibre Tfight 315 16m to? Just curious, cause I really didn't like hitting with the Tecnifibre.Holy moly, you really find that 1g like that makes a difference? I've never seen lead placement like that (!)
Still playing really well with my Pro Tour 630s, but am really intrigued by the TC95 for its low flex option, despite people here comparing the PT closer to the TC97.
I generally have quite a bit of lead in the upper hoop on my racquets, at least compared to the above image !
I used to play the igpMP and yeah it helpsHoly moly, you really find that 1g like that makes a difference? I've never seen lead placement like that (!)
Still playing really well with my Pro Tour 630s, but am really intrigued by the TC95 for its low flex option, despite people here comparing the PT closer to the TC97.
I generally have quite a bit of lead in the upper hoop on my racquets, at least compared to the above image !
51 lbs. (23'ish kg)Guys with silverstring, what tension do you use? Seeing in the TWDB it loses 50% after stringing, I've strung it at 27/26kg in TC100 and I think it's kinda stiffish.
I used to play the igpMP and yeah it helps
the Tc95 is a very different than a prestige. more like the ps85 crossed with a max 200g but with immense spin potential and an Mp's forgiveness... its unique and i just never really got on with higher than ra60 frames
Holy moly, you really find that 1g like that makes a difference? I've never seen lead placement like that (!)
Still playing really well with my Pro Tour 630s, but am really intrigued by the TC95 for its low flex option, despite people here comparing the PT closer to the TC97.
I generally have quite a bit of lead in the upper hoop on my racquets, at least compared to the above image !
Please note that the TC100 Pro has a RA of 67, because it's measured with the grip already installed. After all, it's a TC100 70RA with given specs.
The TC100 63RA offers about as much power as the Ai100 and a lot more than the Ai98. However, feel, control, serve and volley are superior to the Ai100 and it's not as muted as the Ai98. A great stick, that is still very maneuverable despite it's greater swing weight.
Are you saying the TC100 Pro is the exact same frame as the TC100 Custom 70RA except the handled is molded on instead of pallets?
Yes, that's what he is saying and he is correctAre you saying the TC100 Pro is the exact same frame as the TC100 Custom 70RA except the handled is molded on instead of pallets?
it just does do much damage on serves... the variety and accuraccy + the spin potential is just so goodGosh I missed serving with the TC95! What a monster! Love the kick serves that jump up over peoples heads
I have both the TC95 18x20 and TC97 18x20 strung with Silverstring (22/21 kg) and I can confirm the TC97 feels noticeably stiffer.Holy moly, you really find that 1g like that makes a difference? I've never seen lead placement like that (!)
Still playing really well with my Pro Tour 630s, but am really intrigued by the TC95 for its low flex option, despite people here comparing the PT closer to the TC97.
I generally have quite a bit of lead in the upper hoop on my racquets, at least compared to the above image !
I have both the TC95 18x20 and TC97 18x20 strung with Silverstring (22/21 lg and I can confirm the TC97 feels noticably stiffer than the TC95.Holy moly, you really find that 1g like that makes a difference? I've never seen lead placement like that (!)
Still playing really well with my Pro Tour 630s, but am really intrigued by the TC95 for its low flex option, despite people here comparing the PT closer to the TC97.
I generally have quite a bit of lead in the upper hoop on my racquets, at least compared to the above image !
That seems a way too high tension to me. I would recommend 24/23 kg in the TC100.Guys with silverstring, what tension do you use? Seeing in the TWDB it loses 50% after stringing, I've strung it at 27/26kg in TC100 and I think it's kinda stiffish.
Guys with silverstring, what tension do you use? Seeing in the TWDB it loses 50% after stringing, I've strung it at 27/26kg in TC100 and I think it's kinda stiffish.
What I discover on Tuesday that my 2nd favorite serving racket after TC95 is Fischer Eliptic a very precise serving racquet.it just does do much damage on serves... the variety and accuraccy + the spin potential is just so good
I have both the TC95 18x20 and TC97 18x20 strung with Silverstring (22/21 kg) and I can confirm the TC97 feels noticeably stiffer.
Yes I definitely prefer the softer feel of the TC95.Do you prefer the feel of one to the other?
Anyone have experience with these specs in the 95? How would it woke out? Unstrung
32 cm balance
300 g
287 SW
Edit: I'm also really torn on 70 vs 63 stiffness on the 100. I want to return to my 1HBH but I'm afraid of tennis elbow returning. But even with 63 RA it's probably a bad idea given that I use full poly and don't restring often.
Otherwise, touch and slice and dropshots are really important to my game. Does the increased touch of the 63 outweigh the power of the 70?
Comfort is not an issue with 95s or 100s in either RA. Although I think the 63RA is more string sensitive. Also, for similar specs 63 RA does seem to have a bit more power. But it's not pure drive power and you need to hit good developed strokes to tap into the full extent of the power. Stay low tension around 50lbs for TC100 and 47 for 63 RA. All great frames!The numbers you gave above are for the 70RA version? It must be a long wait to get such a low SW on 63 RA, I can imagine. I'd say that the 63 RA frames play very plush and comfortable, but the string plays a big part in comfortability, so if you want to avoid TE, you might want to spend more money and go with gut or restring regularly.
Also I don't see why the 63 would have less power than the 70. Its higher SW surely helps to generate power (while it's still quite easy to swing). I would go with the 63 RA if your concern is comfort. The touch with the 63 is amazing, but I've never used a 70, so I wouldn't know the difference.
Maybe @topspn can help you out.
djNEiGht, what was it that led you to prefer the Angells to the Redondos?took some time away from my TC97 to do a play test. I got back on the Angell today and just gelled with it quickly. I hope to get another one/two. I'm going to move 2 of my Redondo 98s and my TC100 to help me get some spending money and room in the bag
Do you prefer the feel of one to the other?
I personally placed 5g total (2.5g on each side). Was plenty.So, for those of you who have experimented with some lead at 3 and 9 on TC95 63RA. How much lead would you suggestion each side? I was thinking each side 1/2gm or less.
Anyone have the stringing instructions for the TC97 18/20?
Thanks!
i went that route, 1g total.. i play with lower tensions for strings tooSo, for those of you who have experimented with some lead at 3 and 9 on TC95 63RA. How much lead would you suggestion each side? I was thinking each side 1/2gm or less.
It's a personal preference, of course. I have both with the same specs/patterns/lead installed and I much prefer the 97.
Joohan, have been reading your posts about both racquets: seems that you admit to be able to play very well with the TC95 but you prefer the 97 nonetheless. Being used to the really flexy feel of the Head Pro Tour, when I've hit recently with racquets say... 62 RA + I do feel the extra stiffness and I'm not quite sure if I like it. I play as well with a solid 8-10g of lead in the upper hoop (nothing lower than 3/9, so some twistweight but not crazy crazy, counterweight in handle) so when I read that some people feel the 95 needs some lead in the hoop to 'complete' the frame, I mean, I'm going to add lead in any case to bring the spec to how I like. I suspect a main difference between the two frames could be the feel of the different beams- the 97 seems to be flat, and the 95 has that unique rounded beam. I enjoy flat beams but admit that more rounded beams seem to go through the air better. Maybe better for OHBH acceleration? I'll probably go for one or the other once the outdoor season starts here when I'm playing more every day rather than just a few times a week. Shame there is no demo system but most people seem really satisfied no matter their first purchase.
General comment: don't get how you guys can play with 100" open pattern racquets with low tensions. I can't keep the ball in with those kind of racquets(!)
djNEiGht, what was it that led you to prefer the Angells to the Redondos?
(If you've already posted a comparison elsewhere, let me know and I'll track it down.)
Joohan, have been reading your posts about both racquets: seems that you admit to be able to play very well with the TC95 but you prefer the 97 nonetheless. Being used to the really flexy feel of the Head Pro Tour, when I've hit recently with racquets say... 62 RA + I do feel the extra stiffness and I'm not quite sure if I like it. I play as well with a solid 8-10g of lead in the upper hoop (nothing lower than 3/9, so some twistweight but not crazy crazy, counterweight in handle) so when I read that some people feel the 95 needs some lead in the hoop to 'complete' the frame, I mean, I'm going to add lead in any case to bring the spec to how I like. I suspect a main difference between the two frames could be the feel of the different beams- the 97 seems to be flat, and the 95 has that unique rounded beam. I enjoy flat beams but admit that more rounded beams seem to go through the air better. Maybe better for OHBH acceleration? I'll probably go for one or the other once the outdoor season starts here when I'm playing more every day rather than just a few times a week. Shame there is no demo system but most people seem really satisfied no matter their first purchase.
General comment: don't get how you guys can play with 100" open pattern racquets with low tensions. I can't keep the ball in with those kind of racquets(!)
Are you referring to a Custom 97 or to Tour/Pro? Because I see the Custom is declared as "20mm Tapered Beam" like the 95.I prefer the 97. Boxier beam and lower powered nature (compared to 95) seems to be the tipping point. Slices and volleys are 11/10 for me with 97, with 95 it's 2-3 points lower. That being said, you can't really go wrong even if you won't get a 100% fit with your first Angell purchase.
Are you referring to a Custom 97 or to Tour/Pro? Because I see the Custom is declared as "20mm Tapered Beam" like the 95.
By the way I already asked about it, but I don't really get what they mean with giving only a measure of thickness to Tapered Beams.
I see Paul has posted a video on his FB page demonstrating the 1g of lead at 12 increases SW by 6 points. Very interesting that.
I completely agree.I bought a tc97 and tried it out for the first time today. Already have a tc95 and strung it with the same string and tension. Both rackets have a lot of similarities but it seems that the tc95 has a more softer impact. I thought that it would be the other way around because of the flexible head of the tc97. Maybe this will change as the racket was freshly strung.
I like the racket so far and it seems slightly more forgiving vs the tc95. I measured the headsize very accurately because some posters said that both headsizes are the same but the tc97 headsize is in fact just a fraction wider and longer.
Slices and volleys are 11/10 for me with 97, with 95 it's 2-3 points lower.
Hey joohan, can you describe a bit more detailed what's better with TC97 regarding volleying?
Can anyone compare TC97 18x20 to some good Radical of older generation (and relatively similar specs: Tours - Bumblebee, Zebra, Candycane, LM, MG)?