wingedeagle
Rookie
dont see him changing
Why is Sinner still playing with Speed 2022 paintjob…
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
He could be waiting for the sticks to deform/go dead.
I can see him switching after Wimbledon. Some of these RACKETS for pros last 6-9 months. I think it was fed that go a new batch every 6-9 months.
Is there a way to know for sure those are the same sticks? Couldn't it be new sticks with old PJ?
Im assuming Rafa is not using his old sticks, just new sticks with the old PJ, for example...
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
Honestly idk.
I’ll be honest too. I can’t tell the difference without a side by side photo of the 2022 v 2024 paint job either.
It is very similar indeed. I can only tell the difference because I played with the 2022 model for 1 and 1/2 year.
guilhermefdc
Semi-Pro
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
I still don’t get it but again I’m not a pro.
gmedeiros321
New User
Beijing final 2024 and he still with the old one PJ.
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
It’ll be hilarious if Sinner never dawns the 2024 paint job.
Unsure of his contractual terms are but basically shows head did zero collaboration on cosmetics with the guy who’s face is on the cardboard cutout for the speed line.
tenniserxc
Rookie
As a Sinner and Muchova fan… this makes for a dilemma. I’m in the market for a new racquet (last purchase was a Wilson BLX racquet), and I I’ve only demoed the Speed Legend MP and 2022 Speed Pro, and I prefer Speed Legend MP wholeheartedly. But if the 2022 Speed MP has a lower swingweight, I feel like I might like it more?
I personally like the look of the 2022 MP over the 2024. It’s a plus that both Sinner and Muchova are using this paint job right now. But I can’t demo the 2022 MP anymore unless I find a local club that still has it for demo… but in the time it takes for me to find a club that has it and demo it, maybe it’s won’t be on sale anymore or out of stock.
So do I just go for the 2022, or try to demo the 2024 Speed MP? I understand 2024 MP is almost exactly the same as Legend MP, but the glossy vs matte paint is making me want to demo the 2024. I felt the MP lacked a bit of feel and I don’t know how much the 2024 would make a difference. Hard to tell from internet comments comparing the Legend MP and 2024 MP.
It just also would be ironic if I did end up getting the 2022 MP and then Sinner and Muchova switched to the 2024 MP shortly after.
I personally like the look of the 2022 MP over the 2024. It’s a plus that both Sinner and Muchova are using this paint job right now. But I can’t demo the 2022 MP anymore unless I find a local club that still has it for demo… but in the time it takes for me to find a club that has it and demo it, maybe it’s won’t be on sale anymore or out of stock.
So do I just go for the 2022, or try to demo the 2024 Speed MP? I understand 2024 MP is almost exactly the same as Legend MP, but the glossy vs matte paint is making me want to demo the 2024. I felt the MP lacked a bit of feel and I don’t know how much the 2024 would make a difference. Hard to tell from internet comments comparing the Legend MP and 2024 MP.
It just also would be ironic if I did end up getting the 2022 MP and then Sinner and Muchova switched to the 2024 MP shortly after.
tenniserxc
Rookie
Thanks, I know… call me a sucker but I want the same paint job even if they aren’t playing with the retail model…
tenniserxc
Rookie
Thanks, yeah, I know… but the issue is I’m not able to demo that racquet because all the major online retailers that have demo programs are only carrying the 2024s and Legends.
heavyD
Professional
Demo the 2024 Speed MP and if you like it and are okay with the higher swingweight then just stick with that (or the legend) or if you like it but feel the swingweight is a little on the high side you will probably like the 2022. They are the same mold and the only difference is Auxetic 2 and the swingweight.
tenniserxc
Rookie
Gotcha, thanks.
OldschoolKIaus
Hall of Fame
Only true TT users know that it is actually a Wilson PS85 with a Head paintjob.
tenniserxc
Rookie
TT rookie here, can you please explain?
OldschoolKIaus
Hall of Fame
Everyone plays the holy grail of racquet. Even Dopinner.
I mean, they unearthed the old pj, and it isn't just for TW.
tenniserxc
Rookie
If I were to guess, they might already have plans for a Sinner-specific edition of the Speed MP, but are waiting for the WADA situation to clear
t-pain1991
Rookie
tenniserxc
Rookie
I feel better now about my decision to wait until Black Friday and buy the 2024 Speed MP
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johnmccabe
Hall of Fame
Most people can't tell different versions of the same racquet in blind test if the weight and swing weight are similar. I bet head will lower SW on speed mp in next iteration. I hit weighted up gravity pro and don't understand the high swing weight in 2024 smp. Speed MP has a big share among players who is looking for lower specs, large sweet spot and soft frame.
t-pain1991
Rookie
I guess the new paint job only lasted for so long
tenniserxc
Rookie
...
Hopefully just testing and comparing.
I guess we'll see in a couple of weeks...
tenniserxc
Rookie
Looks like the 2024 in this pic
robyrolfo
Hall of Fame
Sorry, I missed this before.
Obviously avoiding products made by cheap, poorly treated labor is nearly impossible in 2024. As you implied, good luck finding electronics that aren't made in China. That said, when I do have a choice and some control, I try to make my own decisions as guilt free as possible. Things like bicycles and bicycle parts, some clothing, some home goods...
Yes, Yonex makes some of their lower level stuff in China, but the racquets I buy are made in Japan. And that is part of my purchasing decision.
AAATSportingGoods
Rookie
hahahaha
Eravauttennis
Rookie
Ohhh no stencil!!!
dropdropdrop
New User
I wonder if there's some embargo because he won't use the updated cosmetic after years and Sinner is holding out or simply he arrived late and the stringer didn't do the stencil?
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