I actually demoed an Ultra Tour today against my newly strung with champions choice RF97. Added 3 g to grip and at 10 and 2 to the UT. Really liked the UT. Since I’m getting older may be a viable option.
I have one in the mail. But enjoying the RF97 at the moment with Gosen Polylon at 25-26 kgs (55-57).
I'm seconding this. Phantom 93p. You will not be disappointed.
Generally the difference is 8 grams - something that can be made up by replacing the synthetic grip with leather. All of my k95 18x20’s with leather were about 3 grams heavier than my RF 97’s, 365 to 362. With leather, all were about the same balance. I’d give a leather grip a shot.
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So I got my PS Classic 18x20 25 Anniversary edition. Compared to the RF, it is a bit more plush, and swings a bit heavier. Or you could say the RF swings a bit quicker, and has a more raw, direct feel. So I am sticking to the RF. But will try the Classic with 17 gauge strings instead of 16 to make it swing slightly lighter, and perhaps give a bit more power. I am playin both with two overgrips instead of leather + overgrip. With leather, strings and overgrip the Classic came in at 366 grams (!). I feel it is a bit too much for me. People say that headlight balance makes the racket come around easier, but it can also feel like just more weight in the handle to swing/get moving, is my recent experience...
