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Carreau
Semi-Pro
I have had the same question. Or maybe these are considered as paying better in more light and head light configurations?
More head heavy 310g/315mm and 315g/315mm options are not available.
I'm waiting for upcoming feedback and reviews from those who already ordered these sticks.
More head heavy 310g/315mm and 315g/315mm options are not available.
I'm waiting for upcoming feedback and reviews from those who already ordered these sticks.
Happi
Hall of Fame
I have 310/310 and will make another review soon.
Problem 1 is that our Nationals are comming up soon, and its not the right time to change racquets, I will go with my trusted TC100.
Problem 2 is that my wife “stole” the React, and she really likes it so its hard to get it back….. She normally plays Prince Textreme Tour 100P, and with the React she hits a heavier ball and with more control.
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Happi
Hall of Fame
There was a demand for racquets with lower SW, so I think that was one of the main reasons to create a new line without foam. The new line have the quality and playability of the TC line, with a lower weight and SW.
If you are into more heavy SW racquets then the TC line is more for you.
Return_Ace
Hall of Fame
I messaged Angell on FB for this since I don't want to "risk" stringing it up wrong (I mean it's mostly that I'm lazy... think I can figure it out off of the image anyways) but I haven't received a reply yet
Audiophile
Rookie
I believe you can find it from the "FAQ" section of the site. That's where most seem to be listed.I messaged Angell on FB for this since I don't want to "risk" stringing it up wrong (I mean it's mostly that I'm lazy... think I can figure it out off of the image anyways) but I haven't received a reply yet
ekucheraw
Rookie
The React models haven’t been added to that section yet as of this message
Audiophile
Rookie
I can see them. Even downloaded a couple.
ekucheraw
Rookie
My mistake, I checked just a few hours ago and hadn’t apparently refreshed when I checked, you’re correct!
Link for anyone interested
Return_Ace
Hall of Fame
Paul replied last night apologising and said they were up now.
Guess I know what i'm doing the next free night i have
Carreau
Semi-Pro
I feel that it will be released in near future.
Paulo Braz
Semi-Pro
I'm very curious about React 96 vs TC95. What are the differences between each.
Ho
I played the TC 97 18x20 for almost 3 years exclusively. Moved away because I wanted easier defense and better feel on my backhand swing path.
Probably hit with 30+ rackets over the last year. Current main lineup is TC 95 16x19, a PK Doppio, and the Diadem elevate v3. I also have the TC97 16x19 but the play almost too powerful and I haven't found the right string to get the spin and shot trajectory I like.
My primary complaint with the TC95 is that it can still feel sluggish at times, but the ball it hits is the most difficult for the opponent. The only react I know I don't want is the '99 16x19, but all the others I can make arguments for. I also had a TC100, but I truly couldn't tame that beast. Just way too powerful for me (strong 4.5 / 5.0). Fun to hit around, but too much and too wild to trust in match play.
Do I want to go back to my roots and go with a '96 18x20 at 27.25in 305g 315mm balance - or do I trust the new '99 18x19 has put a "saddle and stirrups" on the 100 enough to be my main racket for a long time (rest of the specs from the '96 being kept the same)
Hollow vs foam filled plus the more Aero style throat. This new release is terrible for me as I have no idea what I would like more.
I played the TC 97 18x20 for almost 3 years exclusively. Moved away because I wanted easier defense and better feel on my backhand swing path.
Probably hit with 30+ rackets over the last year. Current main lineup is TC 95 16x19, a PK Doppio, and the Diadem elevate v3. I also have the TC97 16x19 but the play almost too powerful and I haven't found the right string to get the spin and shot trajectory I like.
My primary complaint with the TC95 is that it can still feel sluggish at times, but the ball it hits is the most difficult for the opponent. The only react I know I don't want is the '99 16x19, but all the others I can make arguments for. I also had a TC100, but I truly couldn't tame that beast. Just way too powerful for me (strong 4.5 / 5.0). Fun to hit around, but too much and too wild to trust in match play.
Do I want to go back to my roots and go with a '96 18x20 at 27.25in 305g 315mm balance - or do I trust the new '99 18x19 has put a "saddle and stirrups" on the 100 enough to be my main racket for a long time (rest of the specs from the '96 being kept the same)
Paulo Braz
Semi-Pro
I played with almost every angell except tc100 and tc90. The tc95 found it very explosive and sometimes uncontrolled with tensions below 50lbs and with tensions above 50lbs it was too rigid. I agree that at times he seemed slow. If the RC96 is really more manageable and less explosive than the tc95, it will be a great racket. My current racquet is the pure strike vs 2022 custom leaded at 12 o'clock. Vs 2022 gives me a lot of control, precision and low power, which allows me to make fast swings with confidence. I hope the RC96 is like that too.
Paulo Braz
Semi-Pro
Did you manage to test the racket? Can you do a full review with impressions of power, control, comfort and comparisons with other Angell models if you've tried them? Thanks.
Paulo Braz
Semi-Pro
Try testing without adding weight to get a feel for it.React has arrived and it measured 303.2g/31.3cm/292SW. Yes, it's .25 XL. I can't tell the difference in head size between it and the TC100. I took it right away to the stringer for some hit pro @48lbs. I will need to add some SW to it in order to be able to play it.
12 at the top of the hoop to add the most SW with least actual weight. 2g at 12 adds 4SW points (I think).
TW actually has a really useful customization tool where you can play around with all the numbers.
Return_Ace
Hall of Fame
1g is generally 3SW for standard length rackets
mattprot
Rookie
Hey! Slightly off topic here but I wonder what strings set up / tension would be recommended for both TC95 and TC97 18x20? Usually using FB poly (solinco confidential, alu power big banger) at around 24M/23X kg in a 360+ Prestige MP and have no problem generating power with such a set up. And find myself with decent control. But with a string bed maybe slightly tigher in the Angells, I wonder if reducing tension a notch would not be best?
Also, I'd like to explore hydrib maybe using some multi strings in the cross to transition to something slightly more arm-friendly. Does anyone have recommendation for good budget co-poly/multi/synt gut to use in cross for hybrid set-up in tight string patterns?
Thanks!
Also, I'd like to explore hydrib maybe using some multi strings in the cross to transition to something slightly more arm-friendly. Does anyone have recommendation for good budget co-poly/multi/synt gut to use in cross for hybrid set-up in tight string patterns?
Thanks!
bleno567
Professional
What makes you say this? Is this a gut feeling or do you actually know something?
topspn
Legend
There is a bit of personal preference involved. All things equal, 12 most SW, 2&9 combo SW/stability, 3&9 mostly stability but affects SW a bit as well. After much tinkering, I favor 2&9 or 12.
bleno567
Professional
Let us know when you get the strung frame back. I'm curious how dense the 18x19 really is.
Carreau
Semi-Pro
No, I'm just guessing - grommets are ready, drill pattern as well, so I would expect it in TC100 as well.
topspn
Legend
Yeah curious myself. Will see how it looks strung with 1.25 gauge. I’ll post a pic
I played Tier 1 (now TruPro) Black Knight 1.18mm in my 97 18x20s for almost 3 years. Loved it. The BK is crisp enough to cut thru the foam to still give good feedback when hitting the ball. Depending on temp I strung between 46-49lbs.
Tru Pros Ghost Wire is their smooth round extra soft poly they recommend as a cross. Comes in 1.10, 1.18, 1.23, and 1.28mm
Had the same conversation myself some years back, always seemed a natural thing to do when they had more closed option on the TC95 & 97's. Especially now they have a better control of SW's on the TC line.
Not really. I remember seen a Prince 18x20, don't remember the model name, but it had six in the throat and it was not an open pattern. Maybe it is just that the throat piece is narrow. On the other hand, Wilson Shift 18x20 has ten in the throat...
Happi
Hall of Fame
I see 8 strings inside the throat
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danbrenner
Legend
i think you mean 2 and 10
Happi
Hall of Fame
Compared to Prince TT100P, React have closer mains but more open crosses, head size very very close to each other.
topspn
Legend
I guess it’s a matter of definition. But I only see 6 strings going through the throat opening. Does seem to be tight nonetheless.
longtimelurker
Professional
6 mains
I've used Solinco tour bite + vanquish as a hybrid set, plus Volkl Cyclone and Volkl powerfibre.
The Solinco came in a set and lasted longer and played better (IMO) than the Volkl.
For extra comfort I usually just string co poly with a lower tension.
Nate Ferguson's advice was to play with the loosest tension you can still control.
Happi
Hall of Fame
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 18x20 (8 mains)