Andy DEMOS a ton of Tennis Racquets to replace his elusive Yonex EZONE DR 98; guess which he picks!
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- Опубликовано: 2 июн 2021
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Andy is ready to replace his Yonex DR 98! See what he tries and guess what he switches too...and stay tuned for the podcast where he reveals more about the racquet he went with and the demo process.
* This content was filmed on a private court following all social distancing guidelines provided to us by the USTA and local government. Precautions were made to stand at least 6+ feet apart at all times, sanitize equipment before and after use, each playtester using their own overgrip/tennis balls and washing hands before and after play.
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Andy is back, woohooooooooo. Even if it's for just one vid I'm still excited. This is like the good old days
Nostalgia hit like a train in this video
I don't watch tennis warehouse videos often but Andy really represents an upper echelon of knowledge at a higher level of play. Great to see him!
Troy's favorite phrases to say: "dialed in" and "right in my wheelhouse"
I was so interested to hear this, Andy always represented the options of the higher level guys so well
Troy is like a sommelier of tennis racquets, all the information he has for all the racquets just sounds like one.
Is the sommelier in? I'd like a tasting. Something big and robust.
Andy is The Man.
Troy is the Taylor here, "Suits you Sir" :)
We love Andy! Great to see him back for a video!
Good too see Andy. Troy is so knowledgeable and his haircut is so crisp!
My comments in this video regarding where the Prince Twistpower X97 Tour racquets are made, are incorrect. They are made in China, but we're originally produced specifically for the Japan market, hence the "Japan Produce" printed in the throat region of the frame. Sorry about that, Troy TW
when is the 97 twistpower coming out?
So what weight did troy added on regular ezone 98 to make it have same swingweight as dr98
2nd Daniel’s question: when is it coming out?
Prince bringing the🔥🔥🔥again
The twistpower x97 tour! When? Where? Troy? Please?
Love the new video idea! Would love to see more in similar to this w/ other playtesters when/if switching to a new racquet.
The answer is simple: yonex please reissue dr98, it is one of a kind that cant be replaced
Amen!
Here here! I was so disappointed with myself for not buying 2 of them...
@@Editor_Hound I bought six of them. Customized them and tuned them to have the same "specs".
@@thefridgeman Please mate, don't rub salt into my wounds. 😅
Glad to see Andy, really good tester. Good quality play, explains well and plays well.
We need Andy back
You mean the guy in this new video?
We need more of these bachelor like episodes finding the perfect one!!!!
Nice to have you back, Andy. Missed hearing your comments and your take ong he racquets. But hey, you do your thing man. All the best with the coaching!
Such a great video concept. Good job guys!
This is by far the best way to find a good racket. Racket shops should have hitting walls and 10-20 frames ready to demo. It's what they do in golf stores.
The shop I go to is like this. Court and hitting wall available for demoing rackets.
Hitting wall wouldn’t give you a proper feel for what the racquet will feel like though you can’t beat taking a racket or two out and trying them
@@scottflavell726 you won’t get a feel for any arm issues after one wall session. Have to demo, and I wish the demo at @tenniswarehouse
Was 2-3 weeks long
I would like to know Michelle noticed any difference in quality of shots coming to her with any one or two racquets?
Damn it was fun to see Andy back!! 👍
This is awesome! You guys are awesome! Take care and stay safe.
Excellent video, thank you. I know pretty impossible to do given all racquets in market but to provide Andy with blacked out frames (only numbered) to gauge if the final 3 changed. I guess the Yonex isometric would make them distinguishable (brand only though).
3 of my TW stars right there! Love seeing Andy back on TW channel!
This is a great video for people deciding between rackets and for those higher level players. Should do more of these!
Loving the ProStaff 97L V13. With Luxilon alu power 16 @ 53lbs feels very nice!
Nice to see Andy back for a vid! Really like this kind of vid. Or maybe something like playtester hitting with around 5 similar racquets and giving their thoughts. Anyways, great job TW! 😊
Also, I hope Andy picked the Prince Twistpower!
Andy’s technique is just *chefs kiss*
Amazing, you guys did my idea!
Awesome! Ive missed Andy!
Troy: How do the the two twist powers (100 and 97) compare? And which one do you prefer?
Great vid. I'm looking at pretty much all the same racquets, and would love to know how they were modified from stock here.
Great video, would be cool to see different level players do this starting with high schoolers.
Love this video want to see more, with other people doesnt matter who or if there willing to change still feel it
After hitting the new ezone 98 I concluded nothing can replace my one and only dr98. Yonex should re release the dr98, nothing is wrong about hat frame.
fantastic video
Andy is back 👍
alternate titles: "this one feels good too" or "sorry Michelle!"
Watching him play recently on Tennis Spin, he actually ended up the with Extreme Tour. So I think this playtest did pay off in an unexpected way
3 legends right there
Andy is back!
great video, thanks
Troy is definitely the man! What a thoughtful pal! He reminded me of the sommelier in John Wick 2... Anything you need, he's got you covered!
Would be awesome if you guys could hit some older frames like Austrian made Prestige 600's, old Pro Staff etc
Andy is back
Great video! Could you explain how the Ezone 100 was customized? Thanks :)
@Eric Kodama,
This podcast goes into further depth and I think there might be more customization info in there: ruclips.net/video/0rpuk3UIa-0/видео.html
Michelle, TW
Hey Troy could you be more specific about andy's target spec? You mentioned 9,10 bpt, but what was the resulting static weight and swing-weight?
When we did final customization to his racquets they were: 12.2 ounces, and 332 swingweight, that is strung specs with Solinco Confidential 1.25mm. Troy, TW
The prince Twistpower x97 Tour is the most replayed!!! Maybe I should try that!!!
Andy’s review on the 2020 new ezone is in spot on. And it is in line with the TW review and my personal experience. The new one is missing that Dr feel. Don’t know why yonex “upgrade “ a racquet like this.
Not sure where he mentions that it is harsh on the arm, I think he was quite fond of the new EZONE 98. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse there’s no way andy is using just these 20 second hits to make this decision. Maybe do a video on the actual process he uses to determine the new frame.?.
@@galahad2000, Yeah there was definitely more hitting going on than just these clips. He took a handful of the racquets with him as he went and played practiced sets, singles and doubles with some of the players he coaches. Troy, TW
Tennis Warehouse ok I think I need to re iterate. It is a bit crisp rather than harsh. Also just listened to the new podcast. Well done.
Hey! I have the same problem Andy! Im stil with my Dr 98..
This is hilarious. I literally just sent Andy a DM because I couldn't find anything to replace my DR98 which are falling apart. And then this video comes out a couple weeks later hahaha. Still can't find anything btw...
@Kyle Jones,
We're still here to help...we gotchu!
Michelle, TW
I thought andy was coaching sloane stephens for a while, good to see him
Was hoping to see him try out the new Vcore 98 and 95!
He did try the 95, and talks about it in our podcast coming up, but we did cut some of the footage due to length. Basically, he loved the precision, feel, but maybe wanted a bit more power. I think he said that back in the day when he was competing, it would have been a strong candidate, but nowadays as coach/hitting partner he's looking for a bit more power, and forgiveness. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse thanks Troy! I've been waffling between the Vcore 98 and Extreme Tour. Thought about trying the Vcore 95, but I probably need that extra power too. And I definitely shouldn't buy another racquet anyways haha
Did Andy’s racket have a leather grip on it? Or did Troy leave the original grip on? Did you tail weight the rackets with putty?
Also could you describe what changes you did to the stock ezone 98 to fit Andy’s spec? How much lead tape/length and how much weight added to buttcap?
@Jonathan Chen,
Check out this deeper dive and chat and see if that helps answer any of your questions :) ruclips.net/video/0rpuk3UIa-0/видео.html
Enjoy!
Michelle, TW
Andy....the return!
Thought he might check out the Vore 98/98+
DR 98--- so clean -- hard to find and replace
The yonex e zone 100 is the king of the racquets 👑
@@AmurTiger-vm5dy I feel like yonex 100 square inch rackets are unnecessary, just go with the 98's
@@mwu365 The 100 squame Inch have one Game more relaxing, and a little more power, play a little with the yonex e zone 100 and after we feel
@@AmurTiger-vm5dy yeah for sure, I just think its redundant with yonex and the benefits of the 98 are nicer. Preference is all it is
@@mwu365 👍🙋
2:00 alarm goes off
Did he get the ezone 100. This was a fun exercise to watch
We have a podcast coming up, where he announces his final pick. Stay tuned!
Hey Troy, I notice you're holding a Vcore, which version is it? 98 or 95?
That is the 95, also spec'd up pretty close to those other racquets. He actually gave it a try and we talk about in the podcast soon to come, where he announces his new racquet pick. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse The 95 seems a bit of a hit with players of a decent level, isn't it?
@@johnnyguitar6697, Yeah it does seem to be, pretty good feel, control, precision, but a bit more forgiving and decent power for a 95. A bit of weight in the hoop does help as well, to make it feel a bit more solid. Troy, TW
I love the TW family 🥰
Can the new ezone 98 be the same with the DR after customizations? @Tennis Warehouse
Not really the same, as the stiffness is a bit different, but for this video we customized the 2020 EZONE 98, to the same specs as his old DR98 racquets, so they would maneuver very similarly. Troy, TW
Hope one day Yonex decides to re-release dr frames so we (new tennis players) had a chance to play with these racquets...
Y’all did the Dunlop dirty in this one 😂
He did try out the Dunlop FX 500 Tour, and liked it, but I believe he felt slightly disconnected, and the he also found it a bit harder to control. I believe he has tried the CX line before, and bit under-powered for what he was going for, kind of like the VCORE Pro racquets. Troy, TW
That Prince 97 twist tour looks interesting 👍
Why no Babolat rackets, such as Pure Aero VS , or Pure Strike ??!!?!!
Any info about when the prince twist power will be available for sale ? And what about review on them ?
// Tobias
@Tobias Christensen,
Very, very soon...
Michelle, TW
It's here: www.tennis-warehouse.com/Prince_Twistpower_X97_Tour/descpageRCTWABG-TWIS97.html
@@tenniswarehouse any idea if it will be coming to EU? :)
Total focus
please tell me andy is back full time
What about the v-core? He should also have done some serving with them.
@DanTuber,
Stay tuned for the podcast, he also did try that one as well ;)
Michelle, TW
Oh my God Andy is back?
He was back long enough to get his racquets all dialed-in! But now off to go run a tennis academy. Troy, TW
I’m messing with my own EZone Tour right now and I’m curious how much weight Troy added to the tail. I like the racquet but definitely want to try what some other people are doing with it.
I only had to increase the swingweight by like one or two points, so I placed just a bit of weight at the tip, which left me about 13 grams that I placed at the bottom of the handle. Not sure how you have done it so far, but maybe try experimenting with something like 5-10 grams at the bottom of the handle and see how it feels for you. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse It’s a very subtle change that I’m looking for to enhance maneuverability a bit so I’ll for sure do as you’re suggesting. I saw in a previous video that it was a racquet you were considering keeping in your bag so I thought I’d ask how to fine tune it.
@@sterling337, yes most definitely a good one that I like playing with. For me, I like the stock swingweight, so I would just be looking to get it about 7-8 points headlight, so that would be about 9-12 grams of weight in the bottom of the handle, with like tungsten putty or something similar. Good luck with yours! Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse would adding a leather grip be an alternative? If I had lead tape do I just wrap that around the handle at the bottom or just make strips along the handle?
Your help is much appreciated
I still use the DR98. Its my baby
What are the specs for the new Prince twist Power 97 tour, and when will it be available???
I have the unstrung frame specs: 97 headsize, 310 grams, 31cm or 12.2 inch balance, 290 swingweight, and 16x19 pattern. Those are manufacturer target specs for unstrung. It should be available soon, were just waiting on the shipment to arrive. Troy, TW
www.tennis-warehouse.com/Prince_Twistpower_X97_Tour/descpageRCTWABG-TWIS97.html
Been out of the game for awhile, now people are stringing in mid forties? Is this just with poly stuff or more normal as a whole?
@Kevin Cook,
It really is a matter of personal preference to be honest! Some players love that low tension, plush pocketing feel while others like it to be stiff and boardy. We recommend just starting at mid tension and going up or down from there to see what you prefer!
Michelle, TW
i like that plain Karatsev style polo Andy is rocking. does TW sell that? lol
haha, I also asked him what type of polo he had on, and he mentioned that it was lululemon. I believe it is this one in the midnight shadow/tempest blue color, shop.lululemon.com/p/men-tops/Metal-Vent-Tech-Polo-Two/_/prod4030329?color=41982. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse lol Troy you are the man
does andy like the yellow dr 9& or blue dr 98 more? is there a difference?
He has used both in the past, and didn't mention a difference for him. Troy, TW
When are we going to see Prince TP97 Tour listed on site?
☝🏽🎅🏽
Anyday now, just waiting for the shipment to arrive, hopefully soon! Troy TW
It's here! www.tennis-warehouse.com/Prince_Twistpower_X97_Tour/descpageRCTWABG-TWIS97.html
I wonder why Andy didn’t try the Vcore 98, or Vcore pro 97, the specs, especially for the 98 are very similar to the ezone?
He mentioned to me in a previous conversation that he had tried them previously around the time that they were released. And I mentioned to him if he wanted to retry them, and didn't seem all that interested. I believe with the VCORE Pro 97 he wanted a bit easier power, and with the VCORE 98 I recall him saying that it was a bit harder to control the ball, specifically when hitting a flatter stroke, as the string spacing is a bit wider, which is something I think he was noticing on the Tecnifibre TFight 300 RS with the string pattern being very spaced it can be harder to control those flatter shots. Troy, TW
Did Andy try out vcore pro 100
Andy, weren’t you playing with the extended length version of the DR98?
There was a short stint when the DR98+ came out, where Andy was thinking about switching to it, but eventually decided to stay with the standard length. Chris did switch to the DR98+ for a bit. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse Thanks, Troy. I saw that you’re currently playing an extended Yonex racket. I recently switched to one as well and have been finding it a real game-changer. How are you liking it and do you think you might go back to standard length at some point?
@@PeerIllner, I have been liking it, finding that I get a bit easier pace and range on my two-handed backhand, and a little boost on serves. Initially, I struggled slightly on controlling the power on my forehand, and with touch/feel shots, but gradually I adapted and have become pretty comfortable with the 27.5" length. It is hard to say, if I will stay with, mostly just because there are limited options. I have felt most comfortable with the EZONE 98+, but there are so many other racquets on the market that don't have a plus length option, that I would love to try. I have been hitting lately with the VCORE Pro 97 (310), and VCORE 95, both with a little added weight to them, and I really wish I could try an extended option on both of those. I love the feel of the VCORE Pro 97, so I think a plus version would be really fun to try. I believe there is a website out there, where you can purchase butt caps that will extend the racquet by half an inch, so maybe I will try that. Troy, TW
8:12 sticker comes off
I am still using my dr98. Tried the ezone 98 but started having elbow pain within a week of playing. Switched back to dr98 and everything is back to normal. No pain. And the ezone 98 is bit too much power. Disappointed with the ezone 98 upgrade. Will stick to playing with dr98 for now
Did you try the vcore 98
Wasn’t the DR98+ Andy’s racquet of choice? How come he went back to the standard length?
He contemplated switching to the extended version, but never stuck with it. He has been using the standard length, with added weight. Troy, TW
They need to bring back the DR 98 again. But he should stick with the EZone 98 or Tour version.
Ha he should stick with the DR as long as physical possible. That's a legendary racquet.
@Formula Meme,
His are pretty bad, we talk more about it in the podcast (coming soon), but the racquets were shaved down and had lost a lot of weight and swingweight!
Michelle, TW
@@tenniswarehouse any pricing idea for the Prince TP X97 tour?
@@erwandaussy7357, I believe they will be sold on our website for $249.00 USD, same as the Twistpower X100 that we already sell. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse excellent thanks a lot, Troy
@@tenniswarehouse just saw they are on the website now... What string do you suggest with it? I'm used to play with volkl cyclone normally
4:58 he’s a legend :D
Do the rackets come pre strung when demoing from you guys?
They do! You can choose grip size and what string type you'd like (poly or multi)!
Michelle, TW
@@tenniswarehouse thank you!
What line of string was it that Andy recommends?
He is currently using the Solinco Confidential 16L (1.25mm). Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse Didn't he mention a little know brand in the video? Maybe I imagined it.
Prince Twistpower X97 not available on your site?
Coming soon, we are just waiting for the shipment to arrive. Troy, TW
It's here now! www.tennis-warehouse.com/Prince_Twistpower_X97_Tour/descpageRCTWABG-TWIS97.html
Please do video so we can see how the balls are landing.
x97 specs? also why no vcore pro 97 330? seems by default closer to his spec?
I have the unstrung frame specs: 97 headsize, 310 grams, 31cm or 12.2 inch balance, 290 swingweight, and 16x19 pattern. Those are manufacturer target specs for unstrung. He has tried the VCORE Pro racquets a while back when they were released, and although he mentioned that he loves the feel and precision, he likes that the EZONE gives him a little boost in power and feels a bit more forgiving. But yes, the weight and swingweight is right in his wheelhouse for the 97 (330), but we would have to tail-weight a bit to get closer to his preferred balance, and then he would be a bit high in the overall weight. Troy, TW
here is our strung specs: www.tennis-warehouse.com/Prince_Twistpower_X97_Tour/descpageRCTWABG-TWIS97.html
What were the modifications made to the tour? Mine feels very head heavy
It was pretty much all handle weight added, as you notice the swingweight is already pretty high. I think it was something like 15 grams of weight inside the handle. For about every 3 grams of weight added to the bottom of the grip, inside the trap door, it will add 1 point headlight, so it made the racquet about 5 more points headlight. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse awesome. Appreciate you taking the time to answer this!
Was your original stick custom weighted & "dialed in"? What's really the use of buying a racquet that is nothing like what you like unless you have someone to (pay to) customize it?
Strung specs are 12.2oz, 332 swingweight, ~9 point HL. Troy, TW
It's not "nothing like what you like", just some adjustments to fit you better. You don't buy a belt that only has one loop that fits perfectly do you?
Hey TW Team!! Nice video!!
Same tension on the Ezones 98 and 98 Tour? The Tour has much more weight in the thoat, fixed that with the lead to polarize it? Even with the lead, I think you could feel the more wieght in the throat and different movement thru the air.
Did Andy try the FX500 Tour? Comments on it?
Thanks. Yes same tension and gauge of Solinco Confidential for both EZONE 98, and 98 Tour. With the 98 Tour it was pretty much all tail-weighting with tungsten putty inside the butt cap, since the swingweight was already very close to his target 332 SW strung. He did try the FX 500 Tour, and he did enjoy it, but if I recall he mentioned that he felt a little less connection to the ball, and found it to be a bit lively, or the power was a bit much for him to control. We have a podcast coming up where we talk about a couple of racquets that didn't make the video, such as that one and the VCORE 95. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse Always great to read back from you Troy. Sounds good and interesting. Will sure tune in. It would be great if you could do a video call session with some of your public and tw fans/friends to talk gear. I could be invited maybe? 😁 have a great weekend Zurdou!
Is Andy back for real?
Babolat pure drive is good too
What forehand grip is Andy using?
@Ferrer Herchie Ong,
Semi-western - is that what you mean? Or do you want to know the overgrip? Which is Tourna.
Michelle, TW
What is the grip used by Andy?
Tourna Grip Original XL, is the overgrip he uses. Troy, TW
If you are a Yonex fan, the real problem in demoing other brands is that other grips are typically too rectangular and feel awkward in your hand before a ball is struck
I love Troy!
What are the rough specs of the Twist 97 Tour?
I have the unstrung frame specs: 97 headsize, 310 grams, 31cm or 12.2 inch balance, 290 swingweight, and 16x19 pattern. Those are manufacturer target specs for unstrung. Troy, TW
www.tennis-warehouse.com/Prince_Twistpower_X97_Tour/descpageRCTWABG-TWIS97.html