TW Staff ( Chris):One-Handed backhands

[Jonack]

Hi Team, I think you added another one- hander to your staff..
There are so many good rackets out there… Can you suggest a few ( not Pro Staff- too heavy) rackets that are really good for the one-handed backhand… I’ve tried a lot of racquets that got great reviews but just didn’t feel right for the one-hander. eg. Pure Aero , Extreme…
Ciao, John

 

[TW Staff]

I use the Speed Pro and it works very well on my backhand. The MP version is very maneuverable so a great option if you want something easier to whip through contact.
The new VCORE 95 is a blast on backhands. It is a racquet where I can hit my backhand with noticeably more pace and weight than usual. Super fun.
The new Pure Aero 98 is great on backhands and everything else. An absolute peach of a racquet.
The TF40 305 in either string pattern. Lots of feel and great for rolling angles.
Prince ATS Tour 95 is another gem on backhands. Both this one and the VCORE 95 are surprisingly maneuverable for their weight.
The Pure Strike 100 3rd Gen is forgiving and worked well on my backhands. I felt comfortable on both slice and topspin shots with it.
The VCORE Pro 100 is another very forgiving option and throws excellent feel into the mix. I almost switched to it.
I like the way smaller headsizes cut through the air on backhands. I also don't hit with a ton of spin on my topspin backhand so I don't need a big spin window and that's maybe why I like 95s and mids. I'd mention others, like the C10 Pro, but if the Pro Staff is too heavy, then I feel those others would not be to your tastes.
Hope that helps.
Cheers, Chris, TW.

 

[Jonack]

I use the Speed Pro and it works very well on my backhand. The MP version is very maneuverable so a great option if you want something easier to whip through contact.
The new VCORE 95 is a blast on backhands. It is a racquet where I can hit my backhand with noticeably more pace and weight than usual. Super fun.
The new Pure Aero 98 is great on backhands and everything else. An absolute peach of a racquet.
The TF40 305 in either string pattern. Lots of feel and great for rolling angles.
Prince ATS Tour 95 is another gem on backhands. Both this one and the VCORE 95 are surprisingly maneuverable for their weight.
The Pure Strike 100 3rd Gen is forgiving and worked well on my backhands. I felt comfortable on both slice and topspin shots with it.
The VCORE Pro 100 is another very forgiving option and throws excellent feel into the mix. I almost switched to it.
I like the way smaller headsizes cut through the air on backhands. I also don't hit with a ton of spin on my topspin backhand so I don't need a big spin window and that's maybe why I like 95s and mids. I'd mention others, like the C10 Pro, but if the Pro Staff is too heavy, then I feel those others would not be to your tastes.
Hope that helps.
Cheers, Chris, TW.

Thank You, Chris… The VCore 95 is interesting : Can a 4.0 level player handle it. Also, how is it with Flat shots and touch shots?

 

[Jonack]

Thank You, Chris… The VCore 95 is interesting : Can a 4.0 level player handle it. Also, how is it with Flat shots and touch shots?

Chris, what about the Blades?

 

[TW Staff]

I think you could handle the VCORE 95. It is only 11.5oz and the swingweight is in the low 320s. The racquet is very forgiving for a 95 and plays more like a traditional 98.
The Blades could be a good option. I know of a couple of players with one-handers who love them. I've never found the groove with them, I liked the Countervail one the most as it felt the most solid at impact as I found one hitter with a swingweight in the 330s.
Cheers,
Chris, TW.

 

[Jonack]

I think you could handle the VCORE 95. It is only 11.5oz and the swingweight is in the low 320s. The racquet is very forgiving for a 95 and plays more like a traditional 98.
The Blades could be a good option. I know of a couple of players with one-handers who love them. I've never found the groove with them, I liked the Countervail one the most as it felt the most solid at impact as I found one hitter with a swingweight in the 330s.
Cheers,
Chris, TW.

Chris: You really like the Pure Aero 98. How would you compare it to the 2023 Head Radical MP? Which one would be better for an all around game: flat, top, slice and touch?

 

[Jonack]

Chris: You really like the Pure Aero 98. How would you compare it to the 2023 Head Radical MP? Which one would be better for an all around game: flat, top, slice and touch?

And how are they with the one-hander?

 

[chrisbc]

I'd also recommend the Dunlop CX200 Tour in 18x20 although the 16x19 plays well, too. Light and maneuverable for the OHBH and slices really knife through the court