Sambuccashake
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I made a request for it in my actual order.
No clue if such a specimen was chosen though. (will be some time before I get to an RDC machine)
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No clue if such a specimen was chosen though. (will be some time before I get to an RDC machine)
stephenclown
Professional
I did the same. Unsure if it worked but it was no effort to request.
scf
Semi-Pro
I have been waiting for this
Does this mean you will be making the switch?
haqq777
Legend
Oh I am sticking with my trusty TC100 (atleast for now) as I haven't tried K7 yet. Over time I had accumulated 6 of the TC100 63RA version so figured that's maybe tad too much. Was just a coincidence that it appeared in For Sale section with @topspn
I haven't tried K7 yet so not sure about it. Definitely getting it next month as I have seen some great reviews. The comfort and soft feel is a big plus no doubt and it looks gorgeous too.
That said, I'm not sure about the permanent switch if I am being honest. Seems its attributes are quite different than TC100. I do a power baseline game, tons of baseline rallies, and not so much net play. I feel like TC100 seems to be tailor made for me where it's like a cannon unleashing bombs from baseline overpowering the opponent bit by bit and creating angles, chipping at them till they break. K7 will have a huge task to oust TC100 from my top slot.
DJ-
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Oh I am sticking with my trusty TC100 (atleast for now) as I haven't tried K7 yet. Over time I had accumulated 6 of the TC100 63RA version so figured that's maybe tad too much. Was just a coincidence that it appeared in For Sale section with @topspn
I haven't tried K7 yet so not sure about it. Definitely getting it next month as I have seen some great reviews. The comfort and soft feel is a big plus no doubt and it looks gorgeous too.
That said, I'm not sure about the permanent switch if I am being honest. Seems its attributes are quite different than TC100. I do a power baseline game, tons of baseline rallies, and not so much net play. I feel like TC100 seems to be tailor made for me where it's like a cannon unleashing bombs from baseline overpowering the opponent bit by bit and creating angles, chipping at them till they break. K7 will have a huge task to oust TC100 from my top slot.
Well put my friend, had to ask seeing the ads next to each other, thought of a k7 alliance ;-) Yeah the tc100 is dominating my holic bag at the moment, as you say, power, touch, angles, has it all. Looking to try some hybrids in it soon.
DJ-
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At the moment I am enjoying (in my tc100 ) kirschbaum max power mains and babolat origin crosses, both 16g. My next hybrid will be isospeed cream mains and technifibre hdx tour crosses.
I have used these types in my pure aero projects, these multis are great because they are soft and play like a poly almost ! @haqq777
topspn
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rh310
Hall of Fame
OK, so I had my just-delivered K7 strung with 16g gut (m) lux (c) at 51x48, and took it out for a spin.
Reminded me a lot of a Yonex SV98, except without any of the stuff that bugged me about the SV98 (eg: 16x20, too light, no power).
1HBH will need a little time, and I haven't tried serving with it yet. Lighter than I'm used to, but not by much, so timing strokes seems like an easy transition for the most part.
Edit: A little "pingy" at times, not as bad as some frames, but I still may go with a dampener if it gets too distracting.
Reminded me a lot of a Yonex SV98, except without any of the stuff that bugged me about the SV98 (eg: 16x20, too light, no power).
1HBH will need a little time, and I haven't tried serving with it yet. Lighter than I'm used to, but not by much, so timing strokes seems like an easy transition for the most part.
Edit: A little "pingy" at times, not as bad as some frames, but I still may go with a dampener if it gets too distracting.
K7 could be a magical stick I just need better weather to hit more balls and more time tinkering with the weight and balance.
It’s not the finished article in it’s standard specs needs some extra SW, however when hitting with it I get the feeling of almost not being able to miss, it has ridiculous control for a 16x19,it knifes slices low and heavy which defies its SW, really stable at net with sublime touch. Works great with scorpion which is a bonus as I’ve a few reels of it!
It’s not the finished article in it’s standard specs needs some extra SW, however when hitting with it I get the feeling of almost not being able to miss, it has ridiculous control for a 16x19,it knifes slices low and heavy which defies its SW, really stable at net with sublime touch. Works great with scorpion which is a bonus as I’ve a few reels of it!
topspn
Legend
Yes, agree with you Ed and I already have mine at 337 and 7HL with SW around 330 so far better then stock for me. Also enjoying scorpion in it and could be buying a reel soon
rh310
Hall of Fame
Right now I'll keep it stock, but will definitely look at scorpion. You're using a full bed? At what tension(s)?
stephenclown
Professional
Hmm picked up the 95 again to hit with girlfriend and had some discomfort and issues with placement and rhs. The 90 feels so solid and so maneuverable, havent played anything like it... Comfort, power, spin and unbelievable control in a perfect mixture for me. Strokes are so fluid as it glides through the air with its thin beam. Serves are effortless and it hits a very heavy ball.
Its at the stringer now for pickup tomorrow, solstice power 42/39 should be good power and comfort. Cant go back to the 95 at the moment, just missing that playability and comfort. The 95 is currently with gut/poly but feels like it doesnt suit the frame, would need full gut or full poly or a very soft poly in the cross...
I felt the wow factor playing the 95 originally then the 97 and this is just on another level. Now I just need my fitness to keep increasing and to play more to make sure I can utilise it properly all the time.
Its at the stringer now for pickup tomorrow, solstice power 42/39 should be good power and comfort. Cant go back to the 95 at the moment, just missing that playability and comfort. The 95 is currently with gut/poly but feels like it doesnt suit the frame, would need full gut or full poly or a very soft poly in the cross...
I felt the wow factor playing the 95 originally then the 97 and this is just on another level. Now I just need my fitness to keep increasing and to play more to make sure I can utilise it properly all the time.
topspn
Legend
I am already sharing time between TC100 and K7
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Deleted member 54265
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I would like to try Angell racquets. I currently play with Prince Textreme Tour 100P, if anyone hit with this racquet what is the closest one in the Angell lineup.
Looking at spec, it could be the K7 or TC100 RA63 (310g 315mm) ?
Cheers, Toby
Looking at spec, it could be the K7 or TC100 RA63 (310g 315mm) ?
Cheers, Toby
SinjinCooper
Hall of Fame
TC 97 18x20. Any of the Angell 63 frames will feel and play a lot more flexible than the TT's do. I feel those Princes all play a little crisper than their RA's indicate. You can really feel the flex sinking in with those Angell 63's, though.
I think the 97 is a better compromise than the TC 100 70 RA, mostly because of string pattern. Frame size difference is trivial when you're talking about a couple inches.
(ETA: I have no experience with the K7, however.)
nvr2old
Hall of Fame
I have a TT100p and Angell TC97 and TC100 both 16x19. Since TT100 is 18x20 and 100si kinda falls between the 2 Angels. For me the TC100 plays most like TT100p though. TC97 at 18x20 might be close too though as said above.
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Deleted member 54265
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Thanks, how is the power level and stability: TT100P vs TC100 and TC97
I also play the TT95 so I hvae no problem with head sizes
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Deleted member 54265
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Thanks, I also think the TT100P plays a little crisp, and I can sometimes have a little problem in my wrist playing poly. So if comfort is better on the TC97 and TC100 (RA63 version) this will be a very good thing.
I dont care too much about string patterns coming from POGOS 107 to TT100P I needed somting ligher to swing as I am getting older and a racquet with more control. I care about arm friendliness, directional control, power and stability - how does the TC97 (18x20 and 16x19) and TC100 compare to TT100P
Cheers, Toby
nvr2old
Hall of Fame
My TC97 is 310 g and 100 is 330g. For me 100 is more stable and more powerful like my RF97 likely sec to weight. Serve much better with 100. I find the hoop very flexible in TC97 on serves especially.
ace18
Professional
I had the TT 100P for about a month, absolutely love that racquet but it hurt my wrist as well. I haven't used a TC97 but I would say that the TC100 63 RA is very comparable with the exception of the stiffness. I had a little better direction control with the TT 100P than the TC100 but I find very similar playing characteristic. At net, I think they both shine, my serve is better with the TC100 and OHBH too. I bought the 300/330 TC100 and weight it up. If the TT 100P didn't hurt my wrist, I would still be using it and would not know what I was missing by never have played the Angell.
AMGF
Hall of Fame
If your stringer is just half competent he should have no trouble stringing your TC95.
nvr2old
Hall of Fame
Yep I think the TT series is very underrated. I have the warrior 100 and had a 107. They all play very well. Can also find them used at great prices.
ace18
Professional
Played 2 sets today, 7-5 and 7-6 set. 1st set played with my RS Lyon hybrid, 2nd set with full bed of Hyper G. I agree with the bigger spin and more punch with the Hyper G. I played better in the 2nd set. It felt crisp in comparison. I look forward to more sets cause I think its a great set up after 1 set.
galapagos
Hall of Fame
which of the angell racquet was most similar to the dr when it comes to performance? were all of them more powerful with a higher launch angle?
stephenclown
Professional
Glad you found your racquet that makes you the most happy! That feeling and wanting to play more is the most important thing for this sport
they definitely have a different feel not everyone will like, good luck with your DR98! Was the K7 super plush and comfortable for you and uber flexy?
rh310
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For me, TC95, 16x19, 63RA, 320, 10pts HL. I wasn't able to get the same amount of power out of anything but a TC97, but that was probably just a stroke timing thing.
I thought launch angle was higher on all the TC95s and the K7.
rh310
Hall of Fame
Glad you found your racquet that makes you the most happy! That feeling and wanting to play more is the most important thing for this sport
Was the K7 super plush and comfortable for you and uber flexy?
The K7 felt really good. Didn't hurt that I had gut mains in it @ 51. I could probably get grooved with it over a couple of weeks, but I'm not convinced it would be better for me than the DR, so it's hard to see the point of doing that. I have 7 DR98s now, and one K7.
topspn
Legend
It’s very interesting how we could be sooooo different in our reactions. I thought DR has the highest launch angle and while a good racquet nothing like TC95. Also, k7 hits flats with supremacy that DR can not do. Oh well, like i already said, so different our reactions
ace18
Professional
I had perhaps my best serving day today with the TC100. I love it most for volleys. Whether I hit a powerful serve or a spin serve, i can really stick my volleys with this frame. As an oft injured, soon to be 53 4.5 player playing in the 18 and over league, I've made a point to push forward towards the net instead of grinding it out on the baseline and this baby shines.
ace18
Professional
I am all about flat hitting, can't wait to get my K7. Need to order some Scorpion in anticipation.
ace18
Professional
What kind of gut? Hybrid? If so, what did you have in it?The K7 felt really good. Didn't hurt that I had gut mains in it @ 51. I could probably get grooved with it over a couple of weeks, but I'm not convinced it would be better for me than the DR, so it's hard to see the point of doing that. I have 7 DR98s now, and one K7.
topspn
Legend
Please do get some scorpion for the K7, it’s a terrific fit. I play heavy spin and go into semi-western grip but i love sprinkling flats when opportunity comes around and switch grip to eastern. K7 hits flat screamers so easily and top spin when i want is not a problem at a all, in fact great. Its a very versatile stick that pretty much has done everything i ask of it. Even on serve, i needed some time but dialed in more power once I had my rhythm down.
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stephenclown
Professional
Different strokes for different folks
haha.Jealous of your K7s, feel like they would be an upsized TC90 by your posts, easy to flatten shots, access to spin and power while controlled. Exactly how I gelled with the 90!
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joohan
Guest
Plus this baby can grind it out from the baseline like very few out there. Best all round stick I’ve ever played with.
topspn
Legend
Sounds like your TC90 is fitting you nicely though! Yeah, reactions can sometimes be almost polar oppositeDifferent strokes for different folks
Jealous of your K7s, feel like they would be an upsized TC90 by your posts, easy to flatten shots, access to spin and power while controlled. Exactly how I gelled with the 90!
K7 also throws in comfort in spades! And some nice directional control
I had a few months with DR98 before I moved to TC97, I found it a sweet frame that had low launch angle too. All round good frame was lower power to my tc97 16x19 noticed this mainly on service. Only real negative for me was the thicker beam width.
rh310
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I can't claim I was particularly scientific in how I went about it, though. Grip sizes were different (2 on the DR98, with both 2 and 3 on the Angells which are both bigger than the DR grip), string was same. Played with each Angell once or twice (~90 mins each) then would take a DR out again. Just informally noted my subjective sense of the differences.
I use an extreme Western grip on FH, so I'm not really hitting flat under most conditions. And the differences in grip dimensions along with that grip undoubtedly had some impact on my impression re: launch angle.
RGT
Rookie
It's a great stick, peroid!