Yonex Ezone 100 (2020 version) vs Ezone 100 (2022 version)

[Fablefevre]

Hey folks.

I’m in the market for a new racket and was particularly drawn into Yonex for various reasons namely quality control and availability in where I live.

I am rather torn between the 2020 yonex Ezone 100 and the 2022 Ezone 100.

I am not the tallest of individuals (5ft5), therefore needing a 100sq inch racket for serves.

i typically like a more stable racket especially in the 3 and 9 o’clock regions of the racket because I have 2 handed BH that often struggles to generate massive power. I also often don’t like getting racket flex upen receiving heavy balls to my BH.

the 2020 Ezone has a higher stiffness rating despite having a beam width less wider than the 2022 version with a 67 stiffness rating.

However, upon reading other reviews, it appears to me that the 2022 version accounts for a more stable and muted response than the 2020 version which is befuddling.

So my question is, which one is better for a guy who just wants to hit a clean stable backhand cross court without racket torque/flex.
I live In a country where I’m unable to trial demo rackets etc therefore making this decision harder.

Thanks in advance.

 

[mikele]

I am currently testing the 2020 version , strung with yonex ptp, I like it a lot, it is true that it feels a bit stiff and unstable in off center hits, but everything else is great imho. I have ordered the new version for test and hopefully will arrive this week, I will let you know my thoughts once I get it. Today my local shop dealer told me that many young professionals are changing to the new version as they feel it is more stable. Again, everything will be down to personal opinion.

 

[Fablefevre]

Nice. Thanks man. Will be eager to see what you’ll have to say about it.

 

[mikele]

Tonight i have tested them both side by side, both strung with PTP, a bit heavier the 2022 version, maybe off spec, these are my comments and personal opinion:
Ezone2020 more crisp, a bit less stable, more free power and spin, addicting feel when you hit the sweetspot.
Ezone 2022, more solid, good control and power, more muted. I felt disconnected compared to the 2020. Good all around racquet, terrible paint quality.

I think you can't go wrong with either version, but for me the 2020 version wins, the feeling when you hit the sweetspot is great, also for control i own other raquets that cover that area, and the price is lower. I was looking for comfort , spin and power and the 2020 tick all 3 so its a no brainer. I will get 2

 

[StringStrungStrang]

Hey folks.

I’m in the market for a new racket and was particularly drawn into Yonex for various reasons namely quality control and availability in where I live.

I am rather torn between the 2020 yonex Ezone 100 and the 2022 Ezone 100.

I am not the tallest of individuals (5ft5), therefore needing a 100sq inch racket for serves.

i typically like a more stable racket especially in the 3 and 9 o’clock regions of the racket because I have 2 handed BH that often struggles to generate massive power. I also often don’t like getting racket flex upen receiving heavy balls to my BH.

the 2020 Ezone has a higher stiffness rating despite having a beam width less wider than the 2022 version with a 67 stiffness rating.

However, upon reading other reviews, it appears to me that the 2022 version accounts for a more stable and muted response than the 2020 version which is befuddling.

So my question is, which one is better for a guy who just wants to hit a clean stable backhand cross court without racket torque/flex.
I live In a country where I’m unable to trial demo rackets etc therefore making this decision harder.

Thanks in advance.

Try the Plus versions too. Yonex nearly always has a plus version. That may give you some extra pop on your serve. Personally, I enjoy extended length racquets, BUT they are not for everyone. They difference in length doesn't bother me in the slightest. I do notice it when I change to standard length rackets though. I always miss it.