Wilson Blade 100 v9

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okaretta

New User
I am very disappointed to hear from Wilson there will be no Blade 100 v9. I saw it listed on their site initially then it was removed so I emailed them about it. They are saying there will only be an L and UL version of the 100. I won’t go into a 98 or a lighter frame. I remember there being issues getting the 100 when the v8s first came out. I will stick to the v8 until further notice.

MODERATOR's NOTE: The Wilson Blade 100 v9 is now available for sale at Tennis Warehouse.
 
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mauricem

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okaretta said:
I am very disappointed to hear from Wilson there will be no Blade 100 v9. I saw it listed on their site initially then it was removed so I emailed them about it. They are saying there will only be an L and UL version of the 100. I won’t go into a 98 or a lighter frame. I remember there being issues getting the 100 when the v8s first came out. I will stick to the v8 until further notice.
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Wilson Blade V9 2024

Not only the V8 noirs, the recent V8 batch is also very similar. Head over to the V8 official thread and see for yourself the TWE matchings that were posted recently. So 63-64 strung
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This post indicates it will be available so who knows?
The V8 wasn't available to begin with in US and never in Canada from what I heard. Australia was luckier.
I like my 100v8 but not enough to stock up on them.
 
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okaretta

New User
I’ll be keeping my v8s for now and can’t help but wonder if the 100 v9 will be brought out this summer. I believe that’s what they did with the 100 v8 in 2022. Just wanted the new frame. I know I originally saw it on the site and saw an item number associated with it so that makes me think there will be one. I can still see it in google searches.
 
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A-Style

Rookie
So many other options at 100 across the brands... namely Yonex I'd say. Head to a lesser extent. I reckon you could get comparable performance/feel/etc from a Vcore or Ezone 100 or 100 Tour
 
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Trip

Hall of Fame
A-Style said:
So many other options at 100 across the brands... namely Yonex I'd say. Head to a lesser extent. I reckon you could get comparable performance/feel/etc from a Vcore or Ezone 100 or 100 Tour
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That's just it, though -- the Blade 100 is somewhat unique, in that is doesn't act like a pure power/spin tweener (VCore, EZone, etc), but rather more like a pleener, offering more of a middle ground of control versus power, with more direct feel and more predictable overall behavior and graduated flex on flatter contact. Granted, there are others that can potentially fill the void, such as the Strike 100 16x20, but even that isn't a direct stand-in.

Also, for those thinking that a spec'd-up 100L and/or UL would be good enough, their layups are way more firm, like close to 70RA, whereas the regular 100 is closer to 60. Completely different flex, feel and comfort level per unit weight.

Hopefully, Wilson stays the course and releases it.
 
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heavyD

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colan5934 said:
100 is in the catalog. Likely just not in stock at the warehouse yet so not on the Wilson site. I believe the 100 is Wilson website exclusive.
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This quote is from the Blade V9 thread. It's in the catalog and sounds like it may be a Wilson website exclusive.
 
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TwinCinema

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Literature online for the v9 100 sure does *read* like it's actually coming, and new. But the specs are 100% identical to the v8 in every way, which makes me think the sites advertising it just copied and pasted without any word from Wilson.

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colan5934

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TwinCinema said:
Literature online for the v9 100 sure does *read* like it's actually coming, and new. But the specs are 100% identical to the v8 in every way, which makes me think the sites advertising it just copied and pasted without any word from Wilson.

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Geoff and myself both see them in our dealer portals (B2B/Business to Business), and I can see it other spots I have access to also...and they didn't change the specs, so of course they're published as identical. You'll get your Blade 100s, don't worry.
 
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A-Style

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Trip said:
That's just it, though -- the Blade 100 is somewhat unique, in that is doesn't act like a pure power/spin tweener (VCore, EZone, etc), but rather more like a pleener, offering more of a middle ground of control versus power, with more direct feel and more predictable overall behavior and graduated flex on flatter contact. Granted, there are others that can potentially fill the void, such as the Strike 100 16x20, but even that isn't a direct stand-in.

Also, for those thinking that a spec'd-up 100L and/or UL would be good enough, their layups are way more firm, like close to 70RA, whereas the regular 100 is closer to 60. Completely different flex, feel and comfort level per unit weight.

Hopefully, Wilson stays the course and releases it.
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Can attest to the Prince Phantom 100's having used both the 100P and 100G (Graphite).

16x18 spin monster. Arm friendly flex. Once you dial in that launch angle they truly are weapons in those that wield them!
 
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jdx2112

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Trip said:
That's just it, though -- the Blade 100 is somewhat unique, in that is doesn't act like a pure power/spin tweener (VCore, EZone, etc), but rather more like a pleener, offering more of a middle ground of control versus power, with more direct feel and more predictable overall behavior and graduated flex on flatter contact. Granted, there are others that can potentially fill the void, such as the Strike 100 16x20, but even that isn't a direct stand-in.

Also, for those thinking that a spec'd-up 100L and/or UL would be good enough, their layups are way more firm, like close to 70RA, whereas the regular 100 is closer to 60. Completely different flex, feel and comfort level per unit weight.

Hopefully, Wilson stays the course and releases it.
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Dunlop CX line is a good alternative.
 
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mauricem

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HeIsTreeing said:
The first sunrise of the snow moon month you will stumble upon what that which you seek
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Available to order in Australia. Not pre order but from stock on hand if store is correct.
Listed specs are same as V8
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Wilson BLADE 100 V9 Tennis Racquet

Experience enhanced gameplay with this tennis racquet designed for ultimate performance. It ensures superb manoeuvrability, offering comfort and power tailored for older or physically weaker players. Crafted with advanced players in mind, its head and handle dimensions, coupled with carefully...
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totbl

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Tenniswarehouse-Europe is also selling the Blade 100 V9 already. A bit surprised to see that the beam width is 22m, whereas the V8 has a 22,5mm beam width. Wilson.com says 22mm each.
 
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JCS

New User
okaretta said:
I am very disappointed to hear from Wilson there will be no Blade 100 v9. I saw it listed on their site initially then it was removed so I emailed them about it. They are saying there will only be an L and UL version of the 100. I won’t go into a 98 or a lighter frame. I remember there being issues getting the 100 when the v8s first came out. I will stick to the v8 until further notice.
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It is available in Europe, It looks like May it will be available to USA
 
tk_topspin

tk_topspin

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Does anyone know is the stiffness rate of V9 100 (RA 60) the same as V8 100? I had the V8 100 version and it caused me some arm issues, so I had to change to V8 98 version (16x19) and the pain was soon gone. Somewhere it was stated that V8 RA was closer to 70, but is it true? I never found them for V8 100 from the Wilson website.
 
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Federerkblade

Hall of Fame
tk_topspin said:
Does anyone know is the stiffness rate of V9 100 (RA 60) the same as V8 100? I had the V8 100 version and it caused me some arm issues, so I had to change to V8 98 version (16x19) and the pain was soon gone. Somewhere it was stated that V8 RA was closer to 70, but is it true? I never found them for V8 100 from the Wilson website.
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From what I have seen from a few racquets unstrung it’s varies between 66 to 63

So that’s between 63-64 string time 61-60 strunf depending on if it’s falls 2 or 3 ra when strung ?
 
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mauricem

Semi-Pro
tk_topspin said:
Somewhere it was stated that V8 RA was closer to 70, but is it true?
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There was a mix up on some sites when they reported the 100 V8 Blade with the same RA 69 as the Team or L. There's no way its a 69. I didn't notice any difference in stiffness between the 98 and 100 both were very comfortable but hits near the edge of the frame were a bit "twangy"on the 100 before a small amount of lead cured that problem.

Wilson Blade 100

Longtime user of the Blade v6 16x19 and had the chance to hit with the v8 Blade 100, also 16x19. I couldn't keep a ball in the court!! The launch angle on the 100 was so much higher than the 98.
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tk_topspin

tk_topspin

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Thank you for your answers!

With the new versions (V9) it looks like the 100 version has lower RA (60) than the 98 16x19 version (62). Any experiences or comments on that, anybody?
 
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pete101

Professional
tk_topspin said:
Thank you for your answers!

With the new versions (V9) it looks like the 100 version has lower RA (60) than the 98 16x19 version (62). Any experiences or comments on that, anybody?
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From the sounds of things the v9 is stiffer than the v8.. not the RA which is just the bend at the neck horizontally. The torsional bend and vertical bend RA we are never given hence why you felt difference between the 98 and 100
 
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pete101

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tk_topspin said:
Does anyone know is the stiffness rate of V9 100 (RA 60) the same as V8 100? I had the V8 100 version and it caused me some arm issues, so I had to change to V8 98 version (16x19) and the pain was soon gone. Somewhere it was stated that V8 RA was closer to 70, but is it true? I never found them for V8 100 from the Wilson website.
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I have the v8 100 and v8 104 they seem to be very similar in specs bar weight and balance

I too have bit of discomfort in the v8 100, when you open up the butt cap it is filled with foam the 104 isn't despite being only 10g lighter.

I always put 8 semi wide thick rubber bands in the butt caps above the nails in my rackets, put cotton wool over the nails then put either 6 rubber bands for grip size 3, or 8 in a grip size 4.

The problem with the 100 is it is foamed filled so i can only fit 3. It makes a massive difference 3 vs 8 in comfort

I dont want to affect my warranty so dont want to dig out the foam until it expires to put more rubber bands inside how long is wilson's rackets warranty normally?

If you are outside your warranty on your v8's i'd recommend digging out a little but of foam in both chambers then putting the 8 rubber bands in and then see how comfy it is
 
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mauricem

Semi-Pro
pete101 said:
I always put 8 semi wide thick rubber bands in the butt caps above the nails in my rackets, put cotton wool over the nails then put either 6 rubber bands for grip size 3, or 8 in a grip size 4.
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Haven't heard of this before, I've either used silicone or blu tak. Have you tried these other methods and if so how do they compare?
 
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pete101

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mauricem said:
Haven't heard of this before, I've either used silicone or blu tak. Have you tried these other methods and if so how do they compare?
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Yeah blu tak is sh*t and overrated it increases the vibration in the butt cap cos it isnt pure rubber - some patented mineral oil rubber/something else that causes the vibration i dont know why people keep pushing it on these forums - it is good for easy customisation in the hoop though as it sticks.

The problem silicone is it is a perm solution and also how much does one use - the 3 layers of cling film trick works semi well but as need to bend the nails back and hope it doesn't pierce the cling film.

Putting 3 layers of cling film to allow the silicone to not stick inside the chamber i guess works but very messy + time consuming.

Rubber is the best shock absorber just the rubber bands can fall through so you have to place them above the nails above cotton wool.

The problem is the v8 100 is foam filled so i can only fit 3 rubber bands vs 8 in my 104.

But like said if you are out of warranty dig out an even amount of the foam both sides enough to put 8 rubber bands inside and you'll find a world of difference

I did that in all my clashes and in the V1 makes it 10% more comfortable which is a lot.
 
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