jdeloach
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In the short time that I owned a Ti-80, I was able to accumulate approximately 8 hours of playing time.
**Remember, this is strictly based on my experience. If you disagree.....write your own review!**
Note: This review is based on the Ti-80 with the old cosmetics. They are the same, just a different paint scheme.
Design/ Comfort 7/10
Unfortunately, the racquet I owned is not nearly as pretty as the new Ti-80. Even though I am a sucker for classic frames, the orange and silver combo is not much to look at. Yonex definitely did the smart thing by changing colors to the beautiful red and blue combo.
That being said, the quality is typical of Yonex. Truly a well built racquet. It is amazingly comfortable, but not quite as much as the RDX500. It really falls somewhere between the RDS001 and the RDX500 in terms of comfort.
The grip is a very good base for a overgrip (not too cushiony, but not too firm)
The size of the sweetspot actually reminds me of the RDS001 MP. I can still feel the "buttery" sensation of other Yonex frames, but it does combine some of the "crispness" of the RDS series.
Overall - Really is true to the Yonex style. Very comfortable, and weighted just right. The lower score is based strictly on the orange paint (I am not a fan of orange)
Groundstrokes 8.5/10
This is definitely a strong point for the Ti-80! The low swing weight combined with the 12oz+ truly produces some heavy forehands. I was amazed at the spin that I was able to generate. The feeling on forehands is really hard to describe. It is a nice combination of the RDS001 MP and the RDX500 MP. Accuracy is a little less than the other two mentioned. It still allowed for some wonderfully placed winners, but I seemed to miss more than usual.
Backhands were incredible!! I know that the low swingweight really helped in this area. I felt my backhands were better than ever. I was hitting extremely heavy shots down the line, and occasionally some amazing crosscourt shots. The Ti-80 is great for 1 or 2 hands. Once again, the spin generated was truly a beautiful thing. I found myself wanting to hit more topspin shots....I am normally more of a flat hitter.
Overall - If you like the feel of the RDS and the RDX, then you will find the Ti-80 a good combination of both. I do wish the accuracy on my forehand side was better, but I imagine that would come over time.
Serves/ Overheads 9/10
Serves with the Ti-80 were extremely easy. I was able to hit incredible bombs on first serves, and get very good spin on my second. It actually gave me enough confidence to take some chances on second serves. Many times in the match, I would throw in some bombs on my second serve. This racquet allowed me to keep my opponent totally off balance and guessing.
Overheads were just as nice. The low swingweight and the overall mass, produced some smashing overheads.
Overall - The Ti-80 is truly a servers dream. I eventually will buy another one just based on serves. It was one of the few racquets that needed no custom work in order to fit my service game.
Volleys 8.5/10
Once again, the Ti-80 impressed! Volleys were incredible. The pace generated was exceptional, and the feel was great. The weight allowed me to pocket any thing that was hit at me. The racquet was very maneuverable. The accuracy did not seem to be a problem at the net, once I adjusted. The ball really explodes off of the stringbed, and takes a little time to get accustomed to the power.
Overall - If you love to go to the net, the RD Ti-80 will not dissappoint. It is balanced perfectly for volleying. One of the nicest I have felt in a while (without any lead-tape) Be patient and the Ti-80 will reward you.
Final Thoughts
The RD Ti-80 is going to be missed once it is replaced. It really combines some of great thing about the RDS and RDX. It will make any Yonex lover happy, as well as anyone looking for a great frame for all areas of the court. I would place the Ti-80 right behind the RDX500 MP in terms of comfort, which is not a bad place to be. Even with the accuracy problems I experienced, it is still one of the best stock racquets I have hit with. This is one racquet that does not need much custom work.
Total Score 8.25/10
**Remember, this is strictly based on my experience. If you disagree.....write your own review!**
Yonex RD Ti-80 Review
Note: This review is based on the Ti-80 with the old cosmetics. They are the same, just a different paint scheme.
Design/ Comfort 7/10
Unfortunately, the racquet I owned is not nearly as pretty as the new Ti-80. Even though I am a sucker for classic frames, the orange and silver combo is not much to look at. Yonex definitely did the smart thing by changing colors to the beautiful red and blue combo.
That being said, the quality is typical of Yonex. Truly a well built racquet. It is amazingly comfortable, but not quite as much as the RDX500. It really falls somewhere between the RDS001 and the RDX500 in terms of comfort.
The grip is a very good base for a overgrip (not too cushiony, but not too firm)
The size of the sweetspot actually reminds me of the RDS001 MP. I can still feel the "buttery" sensation of other Yonex frames, but it does combine some of the "crispness" of the RDS series.
Overall - Really is true to the Yonex style. Very comfortable, and weighted just right. The lower score is based strictly on the orange paint (I am not a fan of orange)
Groundstrokes 8.5/10
This is definitely a strong point for the Ti-80! The low swing weight combined with the 12oz+ truly produces some heavy forehands. I was amazed at the spin that I was able to generate. The feeling on forehands is really hard to describe. It is a nice combination of the RDS001 MP and the RDX500 MP. Accuracy is a little less than the other two mentioned. It still allowed for some wonderfully placed winners, but I seemed to miss more than usual.
Backhands were incredible!! I know that the low swingweight really helped in this area. I felt my backhands were better than ever. I was hitting extremely heavy shots down the line, and occasionally some amazing crosscourt shots. The Ti-80 is great for 1 or 2 hands. Once again, the spin generated was truly a beautiful thing. I found myself wanting to hit more topspin shots....I am normally more of a flat hitter.
Overall - If you like the feel of the RDS and the RDX, then you will find the Ti-80 a good combination of both. I do wish the accuracy on my forehand side was better, but I imagine that would come over time.
Serves/ Overheads 9/10
Serves with the Ti-80 were extremely easy. I was able to hit incredible bombs on first serves, and get very good spin on my second. It actually gave me enough confidence to take some chances on second serves. Many times in the match, I would throw in some bombs on my second serve. This racquet allowed me to keep my opponent totally off balance and guessing.
Overheads were just as nice. The low swingweight and the overall mass, produced some smashing overheads.
Overall - The Ti-80 is truly a servers dream. I eventually will buy another one just based on serves. It was one of the few racquets that needed no custom work in order to fit my service game.
Volleys 8.5/10
Once again, the Ti-80 impressed! Volleys were incredible. The pace generated was exceptional, and the feel was great. The weight allowed me to pocket any thing that was hit at me. The racquet was very maneuverable. The accuracy did not seem to be a problem at the net, once I adjusted. The ball really explodes off of the stringbed, and takes a little time to get accustomed to the power.
Overall - If you love to go to the net, the RD Ti-80 will not dissappoint. It is balanced perfectly for volleying. One of the nicest I have felt in a while (without any lead-tape) Be patient and the Ti-80 will reward you.
Final Thoughts
The RD Ti-80 is going to be missed once it is replaced. It really combines some of great thing about the RDS and RDX. It will make any Yonex lover happy, as well as anyone looking for a great frame for all areas of the court. I would place the Ti-80 right behind the RDX500 MP in terms of comfort, which is not a bad place to be. Even with the accuracy problems I experienced, it is still one of the best stock racquets I have hit with. This is one racquet that does not need much custom work.
Total Score 8.25/10
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