Yonex addicts call-out !

[NRMM]

I've been so much interested in reading everything Yonex these days.. one single question: if you could choose 1 Yonex racquet which

1. you'd always feel comfortable when wanting to hit big without missing it, sailing long (groundstrokes/swing volleys..)

and that at the same time

1. it would always feel stable, wherever you are and trying to do, which one would that be?

For health and security reasons, of course it can't hurt your arm and shoulder...

Some options to generate the conversation

Ezone 98
VCore 100
VCore Pro 97HD
VCore Pro 100
Ezone 98+

 

[ZanderGoga]

RD-7.

 

[5.0 in 3.0 Body Guy]

I didn’t have the opportunity to try the DR98, which everyone seems to love, but for me it’s absolutely the VCORE Pro 97 HD. Awesome racquet.

 

[cortado]

I'm playing the 97HD and loving it.

 

[FuzzyYellowBalls]

HD, then Vcore 95, then Vcore 330. Didn't mention the Ezone Tour because for 1 handed backhands it's too head heavy and the regular ezone is too powerful for my lanky 6'4" gumby strokes learned before the modern era.

 

[Flair328]

VCP 97 310g weighted to 352g strung eliminated arm issues for me and stable as a rock.

 

[initialize]

Regna followed by the 95

 

[Crashbaby]

Regna and new Vcore 95 currently in the bag, but the blue Vcore Pro 310’s with mods still have my best playing memories attached to them. They are probably where I should have settled.....

 

[NRMM]

Regna and new Vcore 95 currently in the bag, but the blue Vcore Pro 310’s with mods still have my best playing memories attached to them. They are probably where I should have settled.....

which mods to the 100 and why ?

 

[10S-Junkie]

VCP 97 HD checks all the boxes for me

 

[Crashbaby]

which mods to the 100 and why ?

310 version, so it’s the 97, apologies. Swingweight is below 320 in stock form. That’s a bit a low for a prestige type control stick. I added 4g under the bumper and a leather grip. That added stability, plow and comfort to the equation. It was now only 5 grams lighter than the 330 I also had, but it now had leather and was much easier to use, so a nicer package for me.

 

[SinneGOAT]

I used the latest ezone 98 but couldn’t work for me. I’m yet to find a Yonex I like that is comfortable. However I’ve never tried the vcore or others, so my experience is very small.

 

[FuzzyYellowBalls]

Someone tell me about that Regna, hmmmm

 

[taylor15]

Someone tell me about that Regna, hmmmm

It’s $380 so it is obviously the best

 

[FuzzyYellowBalls]

It’s $380 so it is obviously the best

Normally I would also have that attitude toward products, but when from Japan, I give them the benefit of the doubt.

 

[ron schaap]

Normally I would also have that attitude toward products, but when from Japan, I give them the benefit of the doubt.

if its thaat good, why is no WTA nor ATP player using it? Instead most use some Vcore model which are stable but easy to handle.

 

[joah310]

For me, SRD tour 95. Dr98 super solid but I don't have it in my grip size. Haven't really tried the newer options other than the previous vcore 98 which is also an extremely solid stick

 

[taylor15]

Normally I would also have that attitude toward products, but when from Japan, I give them the benefit of the doubt.

Was mostly tongue in cheek, but really a racquet that is mostly modern without a lot of the new tech and also Yonex leather is really interesting.

Also, the graphics are pretty awesome

 

[initialize]

Was mostly tongue in cheek, but really a racquet that is mostly modern without a lot of the new tech and also Yonex leather is really interesting.

Also, the graphics are pretty awesome

I bought one from **** and took a gamble as I’ve never played with a Regna before. I’m so glad I bought one. I bought another one from TW a couple days ago lol

 

[Crashbaby]

Regna, I’m a fan. it feels way better than my last gen Vcore 98’s which are now gone. Regna swings quicker and feels and looks way sweeter. Also more arm friendly.
I think it’s a great racquet for club players, especially a touch and feel all courter. I’m not a 5. + player, so I can’t vouch for its tour level suitability. The only negative is the cost, but when you consider how many sticks gather dust or only get a small part of the rotation of the average Holic that’s lurks here, it’s actually pretty cheap. Two Regnas you use vs 10 sticks you don’t, sounds like many dollars saved.
A super premium, low production, carefully made stick by yonex employees in a yonex facility is very, very appealing. Especially if you’re a racquet nerd.... .

 

[Crashbaby]

if its thaat good, why is no WTA nor ATP player using it? Instead most use some Vcore model which are stable but easy to handle.

Tour players endorse what the sponsor sells globally. Regna is a small production and normally Japan only racquet, so not suitable for tour endorsements even if a player wanted to use it, the answer would most likely be no from Yonex.

 

[kimguroo]

First generation Yonex Regna 98.
Second generation Regna was different so I sold it.
I used to switch or demo many rackets but over 7 years, I am still playing with Regna ^_^
It was expensive but I rarely spend money for buying or demoing rackets after I got Regna so I ended up to save $$$.
First generation is more crisp frame action than second generation and trajectory is lower since I hit flat shots, I like first generation Regna 98. I tried 100 version but never clicked with it so sold it too.

 

[kimguroo]

Regna, I’m a fan. it feels way better than my last gen Vcore 98’s which are now gone. Regna swings quicker and feels and looks way sweeter. Also more arm friendly.
I think it’s a great racquet for club players, especially a touch and feel all courter. I’m not a 5. + player, so I can’t vouch for its tour level suitability. The only negative is the cost, but when you consider how many sticks gather dust or only get a small part of the rotation of the average Holic that’s lurks here, it’s actually pretty cheap. Two Regnas you use vs 10 sticks you don’t, sounds like many dollars saved.
A super premium, low production, carefully made stick by yonex employees in a yonex facility is very, very appealing. Especially if you’re a racquet nerd.... .

Exactly what happened to me. I was one of early adapter and I sold at least 8 used rackets in order to get one Regna at that time (7+ years ago). Actually, my wife was happy that I don’t have many unused rackets at home haha.
Probably I tested, demoed, buying rackets less than 10 in 4+ years.
beside Regna, I have prince textreme graphite 100 and recently I got 28” prince graphite phantom since I like extended rackets for double.

 

[n80aoag]

Tried my first extended length racquet in March, a 2020 Ezone 98+, and loved it. Played my best with it, choosing it over the Blade Pro 16x19, Ezone Tour, Blade v7's and Speed Pro 360+. Ended up getting a 2nd then returned it after I hit with a DR 98+....then bought 3 DRs!

 

[TagUrIt]

I hate to be cliché, but the skill level of the player is an important factor. I would suggest the new VCore lines, 100 for a 3.5 and below and a VCore 98 or 95 for a 4.0 and up.

 

[Capulin Zurdo]

Hmm, the Tour G would fit, but I'll go with my main frame (in my sig).

 

[joohan]

Not many more stable sticks out there than Tour G 330...many, many more that swing easier tho DR98 is one of my favourites. Feels super nice and can be fine-tuned easily.

 

[taydbear7]

I currently have the 2018 Vcore 98+ and loving it. I also have a pair of 97HD but trying to gel with it. Love it on serve but groundstrokes need some work. I just sold the 2021 Vcore 95. It just wasn't for me. I guess I not a fan of 16x20 pattern. Tried another brand and didn't like it either.

 

[Ryebread]

I currently have the 2018 Vcore 98+ and loving it. I also have a pair of 97HD but trying to gel with it. Love it on serve but groundstrokes need some work. I just sold the 2021 Vcore 95. It just wasn't for me. I guess I not a fan of 16x20 pattern. Tried another brand and didn't like it either.

what exactly wasn't working with the vcore95? 1 extra cross isn't going to feel much different, perhaps it felt underpowered or sluggish? what tension? I would try poly at 48 or 49 max with the 95!

 

[taydbear7]

what exactly wasn't working with the vcore95? 1 extra cross isn't going to feel much different, perhaps it felt underpowered or sluggish? what tension? I would try poly at 48 or 49 max with the 95!

I think it's my technique. I can't quite handle the small racket. I'm going to work on my game and then pick it up again down the road. I do like some things about it but the volleys were hitting the frame constantly. It wasn't the racket it was mostly. Maybe I gave up on it too quickly who knows. I only played one doubles match with it.

 

[PD1978]

4 DR98s in the rotation and 2 97 HDs. I love the HD but it tires me out a bit since I injured my shoulder and arm.
Love the line oh Yonex bags too. Very high quality.

 

[Wheelz]

I hate to be cliché, but the skill level of the player is an important factor. I would suggest the new VCore lines, 100 for a 3.5 and below and a VCore 98 or 95 for a 4.0 and up.

I’ll add the other way around works. I mean, the Vcore or ezone 100 can easily work into a skilled 4.5-5.0 etc player.

 

[TagUrIt]

I’ll add the other way around works. I mean, the Vcore or ezone 100 can easily work into a skilled 4.5-5.0 etc player.

Completely agree, I think in the right hands any stick can be the right choice.

 

[Wheelz]

Completely agree, I think in the right hands any stick can be the right choice.

I tried the Vcore 95 last weekend just a few rallies. It was the older version. It definitely felt easy on the wrist to whip. Good control as well. I looked at the TW database and it has a really low twist weight! Probably why it felt so easy to swing.

 

[YK]

For health and security reasons, of course it can't hurt your arm and shoulder...

VCore Pro 97HD

Re Regna: I wrecked my medial tendon over the winter playing with Regnas. Can't blame the sticks. It was my crappy serve technique, mishitting the ball [on the serve again], and overuse from another sport that also taxes the forearm. Recovered, nothing hurts now, hitting again OK, so, I repeat, I don't think the sticks were a primary culprit. That said, I don't think they did a whole lot in helping to mitigate the problem. I demoed the 2020 Ezone lineup extensively too and my impression was that their were neither arm-toxic nor necessarily arm-protective. If musculoskeletal health is a concern, I'd go with the 97HD.

 

[ryushen21]

I'm currently playing the best tennis I've ever played with a bone stock EZone 100.

 

[Gemini]

I'm currently on board with the Ezone 2020 98+ but have 4 standard length Ezone 2020 98s as well. I wanted to love the previous version of the VCore non-pro models but couldn't gel with them for some reason.

 

[Curtennis]

Re Regna: I wrecked my medial tendon over the winter playing with Regnas. Can't blame the sticks. It was my crappy serve technique, mishitting the ball [on the serve again], and overuse from another sport that also taxes the forearm. Recovered, nothing hurts now, hitting again OK, so, I repeat, I don't think the sticks were a primary culprit. That said, I don't think they did a whole lot in helping to mitigate the problem. I demoed the 2020 Ezone lineup extensively too and my impression was that their were neither arm-toxic nor necessarily arm-protective. If musculoskeletal health is a concern, I'd go with the 97HD.

I don’t think the ambiguity helps when mentioning another sport that taxes the forearm....

To address this thread though, I really like the Vcore Pro line. I currently have a 330 but I just can’t consistently keep my racquet head speed up. I’m picking up my 310 tomorrow and going to compare that head to head with the Wilson blade. Whichever wins that over my matches this week wil be my racquet for the rest of the year.

 

[YK]

I don’t think the ambiguity helps when mentioning another sport that taxes the forearm....

I didn't think it was that relevant, but if that helps: that was, and still is a competitive shooting in USPSA. Winter is an offseason, not much training and matches, so it was really a nod to my forearm being more susceptible to other stressors like hitting a serve off center with a full poly bed.

 

[PrinceYonex]

310 version, so it’s the 97, apologies. Swingweight is below 320 in stock form. That’s a bit a low for a prestige type control stick. I added 4g under the bumper and a leather grip. That added stability, plow and comfort to the equation. It was now only 5 grams lighter than the 330 I also had, but it now had leather and was much easier to use, so a nicer package for me.

I really enjoyed the vcp310 and 330 (the 2018 blue ones). My 310 is leaded up with 5g at 10/2. I love the feel of the hoop flex and found it to have a slightly softer feel on contact than the 330. But for some reason I found that my hitting was a little less consistent and more erratic with the 310 than the 330. Just really loved the plow and stability of the 330 in stock form.

 

[Clash Ah ah]

I hate to be cliché, but the skill level of the player is an important factor. I would suggest the new VCore lines, 100 for a 3.5 and below and a VCore 98 or 95 for a 4.0 and up.

Hingis a 3.5...

 

[ryushen21]

I hate to be cliché, but the skill level of the player is an important factor. I would suggest the new VCore lines, 100 for a 3.5 and below and a VCore 98 or 95 for a 4.0 and up.

No one told me I couldn't play with a 100 as a 4.0...

 

[TagUrIt]

Hingis a 3.5...

No one told me I couldn't play with a 100 as a 4.0...

No said you could or couldn’t. My suggestion was based off my personal experience. (My personal experience) There’s no rule that says at a certain level you MUST play with a certain racquet head size. Play with whatever is best for you and your game.

 

[Crashbaby]

Above post is perfect, as is generally opting for a 100 while learning the game.
You can learn with other less popular options and that is what makes for many an interesting discussion.
I learnt to play with the Rf97 and as result have ended up a Holic with 20 plus sticks...
Sometimes I wish I was the normal dude who had taken the advice of normally you start with a 100.....

 

[JustTennis76]

I play with a prestige pro but always keep Yonex Duel G 310 and 330 handy. Always enjoyed the feel and plow through of those rackets.

 

[Nostradamus]

is this on sale at tw?

 

[taydbear7]

If that shirt comes in red I would be all over it. The red would match my Vcore lol

 

[ryushen21]

No said you could or couldn’t. My suggestion was based off my personal experience. (My personal experience) There’s no rule that says at a certain level you MUST play with a certain racquet head size. Play with whatever is best for you and your game.

That's kind of my point. Saying that certain racquet sizes are better for certain players is misleading. 95sq.in frames have all but disappeared in the market and have been replaced by the 97-100sq.in frames. The difference in head size is largely negligible since the differences between the sizes come down to weight and balance more than the actual stringbed area.

 

[joohan]

Above post is perfect, as is generally opting for a 100 while learning the game.
You can learn with other less popular options and that is what makes for many an interesting discussion.
I learnt to play with the Rf97 and as result have ended up a Holic with 20 plus sticks...
Sometimes I wish I was the normal dude who had taken the advice of normally you start with a 100.....

If you have a holic in you, doesn’t matter where you start. I wasn’t a holic per se but was looking for a sort of holy grail of mine. Funny thing...came across it really early during my journey and only fully appreciated it once I went full circle. I’m glad I’ve tried stuff along the way but my game and wallet would be much better off without it...

 

[FRV4]

I had 3 yonex rackets I think. Only one that worked for me was the Yonex RDS 001 MP. But it worked better than any racket ever has. Too bad a cracked it when it slipped out of my hand and then switched rackets.