Want to switch to Pure Strike Tour permanently - need advice

[Raf.spin]

I've played with PD 2013 from 2013 to this summer that's when I felt that my game has not been improving with the PD anymore which is a pretty forgiving frame.
I purchased a Pure Strike Tour which is awesome, but needs getting used to.
I almost gave up on the PST, and bought an Aeropro Drive 2013.
Now the APD is easy to play with like the PD, and I keep going back to it when I hit with the PST.
I am willing to stick to the PST once and for all without going back and forth.
Is it possible that my game will adapt to the PST after I play with it for some time?
Has anybody moved from a tweener to a heavier stick like the PST?
Please share your experience.
Thanks

 

[mhkeuns]

It took me a month or more to get fully adjusted to the Pure Strike Tour. In my humble opinion, it was the best thing I have done for my tennis. At first, it was hard to swing and hit effectively using the Pure Strike Tour, especially I was coming from using the highly maneuverable IG Prestige MP. The PST felt sluggish and raw compared to the IGPMP, but one thing I noticed was that when I made a clean contact, it fired back shots that were harder, more potent and accurate than I could with the IGPMP. The power difference (when prepared correctly) was almost astounding.
I usually swung super fast for added power, spin and even control, but when I was gettting familarized with the Pure Strike Tour, I slowed my swing down and focused on hitting flatly right in the center. The result was that I was able to develop consistency and penetrating shots without forcing them. Once I got the feel down, I slowly added more speed to my strokes until I was swinging relaxed freely. With the PST, I can hit my hardest shots with accuracy and consistency more so than I would be able to with other rackets.
Of course, there are drawbacks, too, like it feels sluggish to swing. Also, the feel could be more plush. However, there are so many positives for me that it is still my racket of choice. Hope you stick with it.

 

[smalahove]

The PST is the only frame I've owned/tried I feel matches the RF97A when it comes to power and pop. I actually prefer the PST for flatter, baseline play, as well as flat serves. A great frame, perhaps a bit stiff iirc.

 

[Raf.spin]

It took me a month or more to get fully adjusted to the Pure Strike Tour. In my humble opinion, it was the best thing I have done for my tennis. At first, it was hard to swing and hit effectively using the Pure Strike Tour, especially I was coming from using the highly maneuverable IG Prestige MP. The PST felt sluggish and raw compared to the IGPMP, but one thing I noticed was that when I made a clean contact, it fired back shots that were harder, more potent and accurate than I could with the IGPMP. The power difference (when prepared correctly) was almost astounding.
I usually swung super fast for added power, spin and even control, but when I was gettting familarized with the Pure Strike Tour, I slowed my swing down and focused on hitting flatly right in the center. The result was that I was able to develop consistency and penetrating shots without forcing them. Once I got the feel down, I slowly added more speed to my strokes until I was swinging relaxed freely. With the PST, I can hit my hardest shots with accuracy and consistency more so than I would be able to with other rackets.
Of course, there are drawbacks, too, like it feels sluggish to swing. Also, the feel could be more plush. However, there are so many positives for me that it is still my racket of choice. Hope you stick with it.

Awesome experience, and yes when you hit correctly with the PST, the power is crazy compared to my previous racquets.

 

[n8dawg6]

i cant believe im saying this, BUT ... i have been doing better with a racquet that forces me to play aggressively. when i play aggressively, i win more matches. the racquet needs to be something boring and predictable, my feet, mind, and technique is what wins the match. i HATE making this post ...

 

[jmacdaununder2]

i cant believe im saying this, BUT ... i have been doing better with a racquet that forces me to play aggressively. when i play aggressively, i win more matches. the racquet needs to be something boring and predictable, my feet, mind, and technique is what wins the match. i HATE making this post ...

But...But...

 

[TennisHound]

But...But...

That's what she said (in before n8daw6).

 

[TennisHound]

I like the PST, I probably didn't give it enough time. Just like the RF97, I'm guessing it's not the best racquet if you don't play hard 2-3x per week.

 

[Raf.spin]

Played with the PST around 2 sets today.
The string needs to be changed. It's Pro's Pro Blackout at 57 with around 10 hours of play. It's 110 degrees here and it feels like mayonnaise.
Anyway my performance was satisfactory for 1 1/2 hours of play with the PST.
I do play around 4-5x per week, also am fit. So planning on sticking with the PST.
I'm thinking of going with Pro Hurricane 17 for more pop.

 

[Muppet]

A couple of things you could try:

1) Put aside the tweeners (lend them out indefinitely), take your PST to a wall and train your body to react quickly with the extra weight in your hands. When you play on a court it will be much easier to handle.

2) Lead up one of your tweener racquets to a weight short of your PST. When you get comfortable with that, switch to the PST. Be careful to not get satisfied with the transitional racquet. It may require more durable strings.

 

[Rubens]

It's powerful for groundies for sure, but I just can't whip my serve with the damn thing.

 

[ProStaff forever]

The PST is the only frame I've owned/tried I feel matches the RF97A when it comes to power and pop. I actually prefer the PST for flatter, baseline play, as well as flat serves. A great frame, perhaps a bit stiff iirc.

Stiffness is the drawback

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[smalahove]

I recall it being comfortable, but firm, strung with Polyfibre TCS 18 @48-50 lbs.
Based on that experience I never tried it with anything stiffer than V-star and TCS strings.
RPM Blast or Lux @ high 50s requires a serious and solid hitting arm

 

[mhkeuns]

It's powerful for groundies for sure, but I just can't whip my serve with the damn thing.

That' to me, is its biggest drawback. Serving with it was tough. It worked the best when I let the racket do most of the work, but eventually I got used to the weight & the SW. One of the best racket for hard, penetrating flat strokes for sure

 

[Raf.spin]

To me serving is the best part, forehands are the toughest.

 

[Serjojeee]

I moved from leaded up PD to APD to PS 18x20 std modified with leather grip, and some lead at 3/9 annd 12. so it's close in weight to PST (323 gms), but has a higher SW of 340. It's so predictable in spin production and flat shots accuracy. Way easier to attack. And not that bad in blocking/slicing hard shots. And that mediocre frames without super spin and super power improve your tennis more than anything. Don't be late on your backswing and add some mass of your body to your shots, driving with your legs. Modern tennis thoughts

 

[Raf.spin]

Pure Strike Tour + Pro Hurricane 17 (white) is a good combination.
I just tried it out on clay court.
Lots of pop, crisp, spin, and power.