i agree about lead tape on tc 95. Also use lead on tc 100. Small amout1g@1239. However i notied quite a bit vibration when hitting above the sweet spot especially on low volleys or touh shots. Almost feels like frame has a weak spot on it. Very strange. No such problem with tc 95
I have V2 version. Two idential . only one frame reats this way. When i hit the strings with the heel of my hand the good racquet gives a clean live clear vibe( great). The bad frame all things the same weightstrings etc. when i hit the strings on the frame it produe a dead thud..very board like!
Mayami Tour Hex 1.23 at 22kg. Works awesome.
Both racquets are the same. V3 and V4 only have cosmetic changes
Yes, V4 looks absolutely stunning. But do you have any feedback if the "dead zone" in the upper hoop is no longer an issue. Personally, I don't mind some flex in the hoop just was wondering if there was still a "dead zone?"
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Thank you for that comment! I’ve been playing with a ProStaff 97 and for a while now, an Angell K7 Red (98) Standard Length…but lately, as I get older and into my 70s, playing more & more doubles, I’m increasingly tempted to move to a larger head size…maybe even an extended 1/4 inch or so…thinking it might make things a bit easier. Though I certainly have no complaints re the K7 Red…it’s a terrific racquet…with outstanding feel. In spite of the “if it ain’t broke adage…”, the siren song still echoes…
I tried an extended 1/4 inch for the first time recently (TC95 16x19) but I couldn't manage the higher swingweight (8pts higher than standard length). It's especially hard to cope with the Angell Customs as the foam filling already makes them move slower and you'd need a very strong wrist and arm to get your timing right.
Can I ask what are other specs with the 1/4 extended length?
Mine was similar to Paul's although I only got the 305g/7HL version. When strung with full poly it came out around 328g, 335SW, 5HL (including overgrip and dampener) and then I added a few more grams in the trapdoor to make it more headlight.
I played with Youtek IG Prestige Pro for about 2 years. I have TC95 16/19, 18/20 and TC97 16/19.
Definitely. Angell frames are very comfortable, they hallow to string a crisp poly like S7T above 50 without any kind of trouble.
Ed, just hit with my brand new TC97 16x19 V4. My ordered specs were 320g/300SW/305 h/l. With 1.26mm Yetek Quadro Twist+dampener+over grip = 343 static weight/312 h/l (or about 9 points h/l). I like to play an aggressive style game mixing up looping topspin shots with flatter shots and attack the net when there is an opening. My favorite racquet is the RFA but at my age I wanted reduce the weight as well as the stiffness. I also hit with the TC100 63ra and really love that racquet too as it fits my game but I find the launch angle is a bit too high at times as well as it's not as accurate as I'd like. I was a bit apprehensive in buying the TC97 when I heard it had a much lower launch angle than most other 16x19 patterns. Fortunately, I had zero problems with the launch angle. In fact, I discovered I can more easily choose the trajectory I wanted to clear the net. I can do this with my RFA but lately I struggle to do so due to its heavier weight and am pleased to say I find the TC97 at my final specs to be much whippier.
Out of all of the strings you've recommended, I have tried Grapplesnake Tour Sniper and liked it very much. I found it comfortable, not too much power and was very durable. In fact I might still have some of a reel left over. Since I'm now using a slightly lower powered racquet I might want string with a little more power than Tour Sniper. However, I probably need to first finish customizing my new TC97 with lead tape and then experiment with strings as the added weight will undoubtedly increase the power as well.
