Yonex Vcore Pro 97
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XFactorer
Hall of Fame
Did anyone read the press release today from Yonex about the VCORE Pro? In particular, what are they saying about the Namd material?
So, the shaft can flex more and also snap back faster for more power? Is that 'shaft torque'?
So, the shaft can flex more and also snap back faster for more power? Is that 'shaft torque'?
Say Chi Sin Lo
G.O.A.T.
Syfo-Dias
Professional
Can you dig it?
Tordne
Semi-Pro
The pic was 66RA wasn’t it? I’d likely be increasing both the static and swingweights, but sounds like it’s in the right ball park. I’m just not sure about that light blue section. Would have preferred it to be that darker blue all over.
Tordne
Semi-Pro
Yeah same. But stiffness is just one metric that contributes to the overall feel, performance and comfort. So still could be a very compelling option.
Tordne
Semi-Pro
Just relooked at the image and you're correct, 64RA. Didn't notice I was looking at string bed stiffness by mistake. That makes it even better!
achapa8807
Semi-Pro
Wasn’t there the same concept with the Regna? Something to the extent of the frame having flex in the throat of the racquet and it rebounding quickly to give a plush yet powerful feeling?
kimguroo
Legend
Sounds similar but probably different construction of carbon material so it might be very different.
Honestly Regna concept does not offer better spin though.
I have no idea of snow boarding but Yonex uses Regna materials for snow boards. Seems like the material is really. Working technology.
Curious about NAMD material and probably new 97 pro might be very different from previous version because of material since Yonex often releases completely new updated rackets.
No english version.
Frans Bleker
Professional
Haha, google translate, and the extra picture!
Christian Olsson
Professional
Never underestimate the force of the geeky [emoji851] 4.5.... [emoji12]
I had a chance to hit with the VCore Pro 97 (310g). I play with the Duel G (310) so my comparison will be with the DG310. In the past I've played with the UDTi-80 as well.
In terms of feel, the VP97 is a little more flexy compared to the DG310. Not a lot, but just little more flex in the throat to feel pocketing the ball. It's not as flexy as the UDT80. You can generate more spin with the VP97 due to its open string pattern 16x19. Yonex spread the crosses more wider than the DG310. Because of this, there is a slight loss of control. Also due to the loss of 1 cross, there is slightly more power but not a lot more.
This stick is still for people with long fast strokes. No bunting, no laziness, or all arm swinging.
In terms of feel, the VP97 is a little more flexy compared to the DG310. Not a lot, but just little more flex in the throat to feel pocketing the ball. It's not as flexy as the UDT80. You can generate more spin with the VP97 due to its open string pattern 16x19. Yonex spread the crosses more wider than the DG310. Because of this, there is a slight loss of control. Also due to the loss of 1 cross, there is slightly more power but not a lot more.
This stick is still for people with long fast strokes. No bunting, no laziness, or all arm swinging.
XFactorer
Hall of Fame
What's the setup on the demo? I'm liking what you're saying... except for no bunting. That's all I do on fast serves at me.
mrtrinh
Professional
How's the swingweight? According to a picture someone posted it looks like the swingweight increased 5 pts. Can you notice that it swings heavier?
Frans Bleker
Professional
Is it more stable than the Duel G? In other words is the sweetspot bigger or smaller?
What's the setup on the demo? I'm liking what you're saying... except for no bunting. That's all I do on fast serves at me.
Demo string setup was full bed poly around 53lbs. What I mean by "no bunting" is no short swing strokes. The ball will not penetrate the court and will be an opportunity for your opponent to take charge at ease. If you are blocking a fast serve that is a different story.
How's the swingweight? According to a picture someone posted it looks like the swingweight increased 5 pts. Can you notice that it swings heavier?
Swingweight is very similar to DG310 stock. I didn't notice a huge bump in SW. I will add that it was very easy to swing. Good balance. But as I've mentioned over and over, you need to have a fluid long fast swing to get any juice going.
Is it more stable than the Duel G? In other words is the sweetspot bigger or smaller?
Stability is iffy since the loss of the extra cross. What I mean by iffy is that you are slightly losing control for sure. The control isn't as solid as the DG310. I am able to do some serious pinpointing with the DG310. Not so much as with VP97. The VP97 control really came from "playing catch" with the flex and spin. If you are able to shape the trajectory of your ball, this racket is sweet. If you are a player who flattens out and drives the ball constantly, you may want to increase string tension. Sweetspot is slightly bigger because of one less cross.
Demo string setup was full bed poly around 53lbs. What I mean by "no bunting" is no short swing strokes. The ball will not penetrate the court and will be an opportunity for your opponent to take charge at ease. If you are blocking a fast serve that is a different story.
How's the swingweight? According to a picture someone posted it looks like the swingweight increased 5 pts. Can you notice that it swings heavier?
Swingweight is very similar to DG310 stock. I didn't notice a huge bump in SW. I will add that it was very easy to swing. Good balance. But as I've mentioned over and over, you need to have a fluid long fast swing to get any juice going.
Is it more stable than the Duel G? In other words is the sweetspot bigger or smaller?
Stability is iffy since the loss of the extra cross. What I mean by iffy is that you are slightly losing control for sure. The control isn't as solid as the DG310. I am able to do some serious pinpointing with the DG310. Not so much as with VP97. The VP97 control really came from "playing catch" with the flex and spin. If you are able to shape the trajectory of your ball, this racket is sweet. If you are a player who flattens out and drives the ball constantly, you may want to increase string tension. Sweetspot is slightly bigger because of one less cross.
BaronVonSlam
Rookie
seems like everyone is jumping in on all the technical stuff, but what i want to really know is:
1) how cool was the paint job
2) did people think you looked cool while you were playing with it
3) did you get the additional 10cm of bounce height
4) how was it on the back to the net, between the legs, cross court winner - stable or not stable
all kidding aside, looking forward to hearing more about the racquet, i have a feeling it might show up on a VLOG soon....
1) how cool was the paint job
2) did people think you looked cool while you were playing with it
3) did you get the additional 10cm of bounce height
4) how was it on the back to the net, between the legs, cross court winner - stable or not stable
all kidding aside, looking forward to hearing more about the racquet, i have a feeling it might show up on a VLOG soon....
JDogg
Rookie
I'm NOT kidding when i say that articles 1,2 and 3 are prime factors in me purchasing one.
BaronVonSlam
Rookie
those are generally questions i ask whenever i make key life decisions like college, new job, purchasing a home, or elective brain surgery
Capulin Zurdo
Hall of Fame
I haven't tried the highly commended RDX Mid (or MP), but I hope I like this new VCP 97!
codymtl
New User
It was such a sweet stick. I only have one left. A mid
XFactorer
Hall of Fame
Now that you mention it... Yonex hasn't had a navy stick in a while. The RDX 500 was my first Yonex.
achapa8807
Semi-Pro
As much as I’d like to say that I’m in love with the EZONE 98 and that I won’t be that guy who says I’m perfectly happy with it, I will probably end up with one of these. The Tour G330 was one of my favorite sticks until I decided to bash one in and then the other cracked on its own. Can’t wait for these to drop.
Frans Bleker
Professional
DJ-
Hall of Fame
They look almost blacked out from a distance.. interesting they strung their frames at 40lbs both the 97 and 100
DJ-
Hall of Fame
Lol yeah I love the fukkys vids and how they demonstrate via fact sheets how each model goes up in power, spin, bounce.... what's going to happen after 4-5 models, how much spin and power is the frame going to supply? hahaha we may well see a frame that plays by itself ;-)
galapagos
Hall of Fame
Watching them became more exciting than TW's reviews after Andy left ;(
I must admit, pj looks 100% better on video than on pictures. Also it seems it will perform very similar to the duel g line. Probably more forgiveness. Hopefuly more plow and stability which were the only cons i found in duel g. It felt pretty anemic and soulless. Feel was very good on The other hand. Racquet should still be on The control oriented side . Watch this guys testing dr 98. The ball is flying amazingly good
with duel g the sound is more dead therefore i expect something like a prestige mp feel in The 16x19 package. Pros and cons in that particular frame i suspect good improvement over duel g.
I must admit, pj looks 100% better on video than on pictures. Also it seems it will perform very similar to the duel g line. Probably more forgiveness. Hopefuly more plow and stability which were the only cons i found in duel g. It felt pretty anemic and soulless. Feel was very good on The other hand. Racquet should still be on The control oriented side . Watch this guys testing dr 98. The ball is flying amazingly good
with duel g the sound is more dead therefore i expect something like a prestige mp feel in The 16x19 package. Pros and cons in that particular frame i suspect good improvement over duel g.stealthfighter69
Rookie
I tested the SW on the one we have and it was 322.
achapa8807
Semi-Pro
Definitely going to have to see how this racquet is when it drops. I’d also like to try the new Yonex strings. The stick looks nice and not as blue/navy as the images make them out to be.
achapa8807
Semi-Pro
Makes me want to try 48 in my EZONE with a dead poly like Big Banger OG.
kimguroo
Legend
Exactly what I thought but it’s possible NAMD might cause 4% increase in spin.
New material was applied exact same spot as Yonex Regna’s new carbon technology which makes very unique frame.
A little disappointed that review did not mention more about NAMD and possibly comparing Regna’s technology.
Both materials looks like similar effect but different results...
Lafino used to have better reviews and more fun but this review was a little disappointed.
Anyway, seems like this racket has higher trajectory and more power than Duel G.......
