Yonex VCORE SV

[XFactorer]

I like the bright red. I'm tempted to give yonex a shot but I can't tell where to start because their lineup seems to have a lot of overlap and similarity in the frames. Beam shapes change, but the stiffness and beam width are the same in almost all of their 98 and 100 frames across the line.

The feel is different between the lines even if the paper stats seem similar.

Here's how I perceive their lines to be:

EZONE - power line
VCORE - control line

Then there 98, 100 offerings will have different characteristics that one might be looking for in a racquet. Demo so you have a better idea what you like. Yonex "crisp" is different than Wilson "crisp" and so on.

 

[DanS]

The feel is different between the lines even if the paper stats seem similar.

Here's how I perceive their lines to be:

EZONE - power line
VCORE - control line

Then there 98, 100 offerings will have different characteristics that one might be looking for in a racquet. Demo so you have a better idea what you like. Yonex "crisp" is different than Wilson "crisp" and so on.

You have to split the vcores into tro different categories:

Vcore Duel/Pro: Control and comfort.
Ezone: Balance between power, control and comfort.
Vcore SV/Vcore (New Line): Power, a little stiffer and most spin.

 

[Karma Tennis]

I compared the SV98 standard length with the DR98; SV was much better in the backcourt (plow, control) whereas DR was way better at net (touch)

Makes a lot of sense. The SV frame is much stiffer than the DR frame.

 

[DanS]

Shapovalov is play the new paint job in Washington D.C. right now. I have to say it looks pretty cool and a little more toned down than I thought it would!

 

[Karma Tennis]

Shapovalov is play the new paint job in Washington D.C. right now. I have to say it looks pretty cool and a little more toned down than I thought it would!

Not helping him to win any more matches though ... and THAT is really all that matters!

 

[DanS]

Not helping him to win any more matches though ... and THAT is really all that matters!

True, but I think that will come with a little more experience.

 

[Karma Tennis]

True, but I think that will come with a little more experience.

Certainly hope so. I love watching Denis play.

 

[DanS]

Certainly hope so. I love watching Denis play.

Oh, me too! Very exciting young player! Yesterday they said his spin production on his forehand was starting to get close to Rafa territory, and even his backhand was in the mid 2000's which seemed to impress them more! He just needs a little more consistency to make it over the hump, and that will come soon enough.

 

[time_fly]

Interesting that Yonex's marketing now distinguishes the "EZONE" and "EZONE DR". It seems like they realized that TW reviewers and others preferred the old DR to the new line that was supposed to replace it. It seems like the VCORE / SV series has a lot of endorsements given how little attention it gets. Do any of the players play the 98+ or 100+? I know that no big names endorse these frames, but pros often prefer extended lengths and higher swing weights so maybe somebody uses one of them.

 

[DanS]

Interesting that Yonex's marketing now distinguishes the "EZONE" and "EZONE DR". It seems like they realized that TW reviewers and others preferred the old DR to the new line that was supposed to replace it. It seems like the VCORE / SV series has a lot of endorsements given how little attention it gets. Do any of the players play the 98+ or 100+? I know that no big names endorse these frames, but pros often prefer extended lengths and higher swing weights so maybe somebody uses one of them.

Stevie Johnson and Denis Kudla both play with the 98. I see the SV frames all over the tour, but most of the time it's hard to catch a clear glimpse of the side of the racquet. Heck, I'm not even sure if it's the actual frame or just a paint job! lol

 

[Alekok1221]

Hi i want To know they opinions about the 95 and 98 sv?

 

[DanS]

Hi i want To know they opinions about the 95 and 98 sv?

http://www.yonexusa.com/sports/tennis/products/tennis/racquets/vcore/

 

[DanS]

Hi i want To know they opinions about the 95 and 98 sv?

Sorry... I misread your post.

The SV98 has a stiffer feel, more power, and a tad more spin because the stringspattern is more open than the SV95. The SV95 has a more plush feeling, more stability, and the entire string bed feels like the sweet spot. To me, the SV95 plays more like a 97", and the 98 is more like a 100" racquet. Personally, I prefer the SV95, but I'd really recommend demoing because they aren't for everyone.

 

[Frans Bleker]

A bit OT, I was happy to see that the dinky pro shop in our club just started carrying Yonex after only carrying the "big 3" (Head, Wilson, Babolat) for the longest time. Then I realized that as usual, they only carry the 100" head and "light" versions. It doesn't really affect gear fanatics like me but I wish they'd let more players experience the benefits of heavier weights, more flex, and smaller heads.

Is Head still top 3?

 

[DanS]

Is Head still top 3?

For sure... They are still in the top two (if not #1) on the pro tour which translates into higher raquet sales to the public. For some reason, most people will buy what their favorite pro is playing even if it doesn't fit their game.

 

[Alekok1221]

I want his opinión i have the exo 3 tour 100 and i want a new racquet but with the same amount of topspin and little more control not muchos but in a head size 98-95 and i have a semiwestern forehand and better backhand than forehand and i have 15 but my heigth is 1.87m what racquet you think is good for me?

 

[Karma Tennis]

Hi i want To know they opinions about the 95 and 98 sv?

98 is much more forgiving.

Have to be an exceptional player to get the most out of the 95. The 95 has to be leaded up to really maximise its potential.

95 rewards exceptional players. 98 is for the rest.

If you are considering either, test both of them with long demos.

 

[Sardines]

I want his opinión i have the exo 3 tour 100 and i want a new racquet but with the same amount of topspin and little more control not muchos but in a head size 98-95 and i have a semiwestern forehand and better backhand than forehand and i have 15 but my heigth is 1.87m what racquet you think is good for me?

I don't remember much about the Exo 3 Tour except it's thin, very flexible and has power holes! The SV series is now replaced by the Vcore series.

https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/yonex-vcore-series-2018.621140/

I would say the Vcore 98 suits most of your requirements, but is stiffer. The 100 is 26mm at the thickest so will also have a difficult adjustment as well. However, the very open string pattern give you the same spin but probably a lot more power.
Try both.

 

[Alekok1221]

I don't remember much about the Exo 3 Tour except it's thin, very flexible and has power holes! The SV series is now replaced by the Vcore series.

https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/yonex-vcore-series-2018.621140/

I would say the Vcore 98 suits most of your requirements, but is stiffer. The 100 is 26mm at the thickest so will also have a difficult adjustment as well. However, the very open string pattern give you the same spin but probably a lot more power.
Try both.

But what about other yonex or brands?

 

[DanS]

You could also give the Prince Beast 98 a try as well. It comes in ported and non ported versions.

 

[Alekok1221]

I don't remember much about the Exo 3 Tour except it's thin, very flexible and has power holes! The SV series is now replaced by the Vcore series.

https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/yonex-vcore-series-2018.621140/

I would say the Vcore 98 suits most of your requirements, but is stiffer. The 100 is 26mm at the thickest so will also have a difficult adjustment as well. However, the very open string pattern give you the same spin but probably a lot more power.
Try both.

About the stiffnes i dont have problem because my racquet before the prince was a aeropro drive but is broken later of 4 years and i demoed the pure drive for 2 months so the stiffnes is not a problem

 

[Alekok1221]

[QUOTE = "DanS, post: 12580024, member: 753228"] También podría intentar probar Prince Beast 98. Viene en versiones portadas y no portadas. [/ QUOTE]
What is better for you the ported or the non ported?

 

[DanS]

[QUOTE = "DanS, post: 12580024, member: 753228"] También podría intentar probar Prince Beast 98. Viene en versiones portadas y no portadas. [/ QUOTE]
What is better for you the ported or the non ported?

I've always preferred the non-ported, but honestly I haven't given the posted versions much of a chance. My main racquets at the moment are Prince Phantom Pro 100P's. Ports aren't an option on that model. The Beast 98 is definitely more powerful than what I use, and sounds closer to what you're looking for.

 

[GioV]

I used to use the Yonex VCore Xi 98 as my main racquet and then I moved on to different princes... textreme 95 then phantoms currently.

Does anyone have experience with the old VCore Xi 98 that can compare it with the SV 98? I currently do not have access to demo it.

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

 

[1HBHfanatic]

98 is much more forgiving.

Have to be an exceptional player to get the most out of the 95. The 95 has to be leaded up to really maximise its potential.

95 rewards exceptional players. 98 is for the rest.

If you are considering either, test both of them with long demos.

I agree here
Got a look at these demos recenttly,,, way too light
they seem to be targetting juniors with this line
not liking the direction of the yonex rakets

 

[TennisHound]

98 is much more forgiving.

Have to be an exceptional player to get the most out of the 95. The 95 has to be leaded up to really maximise its potential.

95 rewards exceptional players. 98 is for the rest.

If you are considering either, test both of them with long demos.

I disagree with the implication that only an elitist can play with this racquet. I’m not sure if any of use can maximize any racquet, or play it to its intended potential. Granted, the sv95 is slightly underpowered, but it’s very subjective as well.

 

[Karma Tennis]

I disagree with the implication that only an elitist can play with this racquet. I’m not sure if any of use can maximize any racquet, or play it to its intended potential. Granted, the sv95 is slightly underpowered, but it’s very subjective as well.

I said "elite" not "elitist" ! Those words have completely different meanings in this context.

Any player can play with any racquet they like. But "How well can they play with a racquet?". More importantly, "Does the racquet aid or hinder their chances of winning tennis matches?".

As an example, so many players pursue the idea that playing with a smaller headed more flexible racquet will improve their game when in many cases using a larger hooped stiffer frame makes playing and WINNING matches so much easier.

Of course, it all depends on the goal. Different players have different goals.

But IMO, once a tennis player gets to a certain point of development, the main goal should be to WIN tennis matches. Tennis racquets and string are simply tools of the trade. Pick the best tools to maximise the chances of achieving the main goal

Proof of the pudding is in the eating. Even Roger Federer is on record saying that perhaps he should have switched to a larger hoop size at least a couple of years sooner than he did.

Who knows how many more Majors Roger would have won if he had been wielding the 97 four or five years earlier than he did?

 

[TennisHound]

I said "elite" not "elitist" ! Those words have completely different meanings in this context.

Any player can play with any racquet they like. But "How well can they play with a racquet?". More importantly, "Does the racquet aid or hinder their chances of winning tennis matches?".

As an example, so many players pursue the idea that playing with a smaller headed more flexible racquet will improve their game when in many cases using a larger hooped stiffer frame makes playing and WINNING matches so much easier.

Of course, it all depends on the goal. Different players have different goals.

But IMO, once a tennis player gets to a certain point of development, the main goal should be to WIN tennis matches. Tennis racquets and string are simply tools of the trade. Pick the best tools to maximise the chances of achieving the main goal

Proof of the pudding is in the eating. Even Roger Federer is on record saying that perhaps he should have switched to a larger hoop size at least a couple of years sooner than he did.

Who knows how many more Majors Roger would have won if he had been wielding the 97 four or five years earlier than he did?

I don’t think you said elite or elitist.

 

[Karma Tennis]

I don’t think you said elite or elitist.

Yes you are correct.

I said "exceptional".

In a previous post I also said "advanced".

Thank You very much for highlighting this.

 

[TennisHound]

Yes you are correct.

I said "exceptional".

In a previous post I also said "advanced".

Thank You very much for highlighting this.

Look, I see your point. But I disagreed that only an exceptional player could use or win with the SV95.

 

[Karma Tennis]

Look, I see your point. But I disagreed that only an exceptional player could use or win with the SV95.

Any player can use and win with any racquet.

It's just that I think it is much more difficult for a Beginner to Intermediate player to win consistently with the SV95. The SV95 is a very unforgiving racquet on off centre hits. And granted its isometric hoop might appear to play bigger than a standard 95, I suggest that it doesn't.

Hit cleanly with it, especially if it is leaded up a bit, and it is a superb racquet. Otherwise, there are much more user friendly racquets oout there.

For most players considering an SV95, I say demo, demo, demo. And also demo the SV98 at the same time!

Do you disagree?

 

[TennisHound]

Any player can use and win with any racquet.

It's just that I think it is much more difficult for a Beginner to Intermediate player to win consistently with the SV95. The SV95 is a very unforgiving racquet on off centre hits. And granted its isometric hoop might appear to play bigger than a standard 95, I suggest that it doesn't.

Hit cleanly with it, especially if it is leaded up a bit, and it is a superb racquet. Otherwise, there are much more user friendly racquets oout there.

For most players considering an SV95, I say demo, demo, demo. And also demo the SV98 at the same time!

Do you disagree?

I can agree with that, especially after hitting with one for a couple of hours. It’s kind of a vibrating mess. It reminds me of the Steam 96, which had a sweet spot about the size a quarter. The SV95’s sweet spot may be about the size of a .50 cent piece in comparison.

 

[Alekok1221]

Hi i have a prince exo 3 tour 100 and i want a similar racquet with the same amount of effects and more stability in volleys, my play is baseliner with a semiwestern forehand and 2hbackand better than my forehand and im 15 years old and im 6.15 ft so i want a racquet that helps my serve so what yonex racquet you suggest me? or head i think in vcore 95,98 or 360 speed mp

 

[ppmishra]

You have to split the vcores into tro different categories:

Vcore Duel/Pro: Control and comfort.
Ezone: Balance between power, control and comfort.
Vcore SV/Vcore (New Line): Power, a little stiffer and most spin.

Spot on. I had sent yonexusa an email specifically about the difference between the vcore 98+ and ezone 98+ (which my son uses and really likes and I think it's an excellent comfortable frame with a huge sweet spot and a controlled response). Their response was though the specs are very similar the ezone 98+ was more comfortable while the vcore 98+ was more spin oriented. One wouldn't think so from the average specs for both but I do believe the vcore 98+ won't be as stiff as the sv98+.

 

[Prinkeakeem12]

Snagged a demo of the SV98 and the SV95. I have hit with the Si98 and really liked the racquet but found too stiff for my liking. Hopefully this has the added feel the Si was lacking. Stoked to try the 95!

I have 3 if you wanna buy them

 

[CosmosMpower]

Spot on. I had sent yonexusa an email specifically about the difference between the vcore 98+ and ezone 98+ (which my son uses and really likes and I think it's an excellent comfortable frame with a huge sweet spot and a controlled response). Their response was though the specs are very similar the ezone 98+ was more comfortable while the vcore 98+ was more spin oriented. One wouldn't think so from the average specs for both but I do believe the vcore 98+ won't be as stiff as the sv98+.

Can’t speak for the plus versions but I have standard length Ezone and Vcore 98. Ezone is noticeably stiffer in the hoop with a lot more pop and in my opinion more spin. Vcore plays more plush with less power.

 

[Prinkeakeem12]

Hi i have a prince exo 3 tour 100 and i want a similar racquet with the same amount of effects and more stability in volleys, my play is baseliner with a semiwestern forehand and 2hbackand better than my forehand and im 15 years old and im 6.15 ft so i want a racquet that helps my serve so what yonex racquet you suggest me? or head i think in vcore 95,98 or 360 speed mp

95 smaller head size better for serving accuracy