If you are hitting very well with the XTD but hit 2 inches out once in a while, just increase your string tension by 2 pounds. Your ideal string tension with one racquet will not be the same for all racquets.
The sensation of feeling like it’s going out all the time but drops in is so relatable. I have the feeling with my vcore 95 all the time. It’s surprisingly powerful, I often feel like I sent it long, but the spin was just enough to have it drop in at the last second haha Also, if you feel like you’re barely spraying it, you could try it with control strings, might be enough to rein it in.
Another great video! Glad you're intrigued by the Blackout. I remember suggesting(and probably a lot of other commenters) the Blackout way back in your very first testing video in the series. As the Blackout seemed to be the most similar to your original racket. Maybe try playing with the strings to pull back those ground strokes.
Those looked like rockets with the XTD. So easy and smooth. Especially with the forehand and your serve was a bomb. I am getting curious about this racket, because it looked like this is the racket for you. And about overhitting it a little bit...that can be adjusted with strings and getting used to it.
One note is that you can add weighted but cap to the xtd to get back some of the maneuverability at minimum increase in weight that you would feel because it’s in your hand
I love these videos, great job as always. I'd be semi-interested in having you test the lines of each frame from each manufacturer. Just to get your honesy opinions on them. Man, you weren't half crushing the ball with that blackout xtd. Sounds like a contender 👍
Is it me Nik or was this your best hitting so far? I'm trying to recall, I remember the Diadem and the RF you were walloping the ball, but this just looked the most like your game.
Not familiar with their rackets, but I love my Hyper-G Soft strings. Very easy on ancient bones and also very easy to string with. Now if I could only get some new bionic legs.
Just to be clear, have you been using the exact same fresh strings and tension in all your racquet demos? P.S. I ordered the Super Smash you’ve been raving about for a long time, so I have high expectations! 😂 Ciao Cacao! 🎾 😜
Yo Nick‼️That racket plus your height is too OVERPOWERED‼️💯 That racket should just be for us little people. I'm 5'4, and that Solinco xtd is just right for me to even the playing field. But you're 6'5‼️That's overkill‼️💯🤣
@MaksymGI interesting, what do you string the vcore with? I have a very sensitive elbow and coincidentally the racquet that is pain for me is my 2023 vcore 98 strung at 45 lbs with a full bed of multi
It’s a huge misconception that people believe that stiff rackets cause elbow pain. It’s actually visa versa. With soft rackets you have to swing harder which puts pressure on your joints. Stiff rackets demand good technique from a player though.
It is pleassure to watch your serves, Nikola. Great load you have, so natural. Your arm explodes so fast. Great technique. Your groundstrokes looks a bit off. Especially forehand, you hit it too much with arm, not enough body action. Your non hitting hand destabilize you to over rotate. You should have non hitting hand longer on the racket in loading phase. You should try having non hitting arm closer to the body with palm of the hand pointed into your chest, not your opponent after hitting the ball. This is so important, palm of the hand pointing into your chest, not to your opponent. That is one of secrets of Berretini's forehand.
It is pleassure to watch your serves, Nikola. Great load you have, so natural. Your arm explodes so fast. Great technique. Your groundstrokes looks a bit off. Especially forehand, you hit it too much with arm, not enough body action. Your non hitting hand destabilize you to over rotate. You should have non hitting hand longer on the racket in loading phase. You should try having non hitting arm closer to the body with palm of the hand pointed into your chest, not your opponent after hitting the ball. This is so important, palm of the hand pointing into your chest, not to your opponent. That is one of secrets of Berretini's forehand.
Whiteout Part on Saturday
(I know there’s a new version coming out, I’ll discuss once the video is live)
If you are hitting very well with the XTD but hit 2 inches out once in a while, just increase your string tension by 2 pounds. Your ideal string tension with one racquet will not be the same for all racquets.
“Too good, Milan” 😂
I think you nailed the format with this video. You played great with that blackout xtd too.
The sensation of feeling like it’s going out all the time but drops in is so relatable. I have the feeling with my vcore 95 all the time. It’s surprisingly powerful, I often feel like I sent it long, but the spin was just enough to have it drop in at the last second haha
Also, if you feel like you’re barely spraying it, you could try it with control strings, might be enough to rein it in.
Another great video! Glad you're intrigued by the Blackout. I remember suggesting(and probably a lot of other commenters) the Blackout way back in your very first testing video in the series. As the Blackout seemed to be the most similar to your original racket. Maybe try playing with the strings to pull back those ground strokes.
Milan's down the line backhand is amazing
Those looked like rockets with the XTD. So easy and smooth. Especially with the forehand and your serve was a bomb. I am getting curious about this racket, because it looked like this is the racket for you. And about overhitting it a little bit...that can be adjusted with strings and getting used to it.
One note is that you can add weighted but cap to the xtd to get back some of the maneuverability at minimum increase in weight that you would feel because it’s in your hand
haha this was funny to watch. you were crushing the ball!
Gotta try the Blackout XTD 28. It’s a phenomenal racquet and actually more controlled than the 27.5 (RA is a little lower).
I knew you would like the blackout xtd! Of all the rackets I've hit, it was the most similar to the pure drive +
I love these videos, great job as always.
I'd be semi-interested in having you test the lines of each frame from each manufacturer. Just to get your honesy opinions on them.
Man, you weren't half crushing the ball with that blackout xtd. Sounds like a contender 👍
Blackout XTD I believe, and increase the tension for 1-2lbs
Hi, you should try a few Prince racquets, i like the Ripstick 300
I had the Whiteout 305 18x20 and it gave me elbow pain so it had to go. Other than that I liked it.
Is it me Nik or was this your best hitting so far? I'm trying to recall, I remember the Diadem and the RF you were walloping the ball, but this just looked the most like your game.
It looked like you were hitting great with the Boom Pro, maybe try the Extreme Pro… it was the perfect step for my game!
Not familiar with their rackets, but I love my Hyper-G Soft strings. Very easy on ancient bones and also very easy to string with. Now if I could only get some new bionic legs.
I just post again: give VOELKL a try as well. Great series!
Have the blackout 300 and it suits me well although I play better with the Ezone 98.
Yonex Ezone 98, power, control , maneuvrability and stability, nice video thanks
This is a great series - but why are you always using different strings to test?
Just to be clear, have you been using the exact same fresh strings and tension in all your racquet demos? P.S. I ordered the Super Smash you’ve been raving about for a long time, so I have high expectations! 😂 Ciao Cacao! 🎾 😜
Head gravity tour 2025
I think you need to string your string of choice, super smash, 300xtd
Wait for the new pure drive 2025. You may not need to switch at all😅
Why don’t you try out the new pure drive 2025
What kind of surface is that?
Clay but green
If it feels great but the balls go out by an inch maybe all it takes is adding 1 lb to the string tension..
There's new Pure Drives coming out in January 2025 I believe...
I think you shouldn't hate on 18/20 raquets. You mistook the Precept for a different dimension. It was 18/20. You hit it well, thinking it's 16/19.
Maybe try the 18/20 if you like the raquet. 18/20 give you control!
Yo Nick‼️That racket plus your height is too OVERPOWERED‼️💯 That racket should just be for us little people. I'm 5'4, and that Solinco xtd is just right for me to even the playing field. But you're 6'5‼️That's overkill‼️💯🤣
John Isner at 6’10” earned millions.on the tour with a 28” frame so I disagree with your assertion.
Nick played ok with them but the RA on these racquets looks like an elbow destroyer to me, pass
It is not always work like that. For example, vcore 98 62RA harts my hand more than TF tempo 298 Iga 71RA
@MaksymGI interesting, what do you string the vcore with? I have a very sensitive elbow and coincidentally the racquet that is pain for me is my 2023 vcore 98 strung at 45 lbs with a full bed of multi
It’s a huge misconception that people believe that stiff rackets cause elbow pain. It’s actually visa versa. With soft rackets you have to swing harder which puts pressure on your joints. Stiff rackets demand good technique from a player though.
@@The4.0Guy Full poly 53x51 confidential or black code or rarely champ choice 57x55
Weirdly the whiteout was uncomfortable for me but the blackout feels amazing.
It is pleassure to watch your serves, Nikola. Great load you have, so natural. Your arm explodes so fast. Great technique. Your groundstrokes looks a bit off. Especially forehand, you hit it too much with arm, not enough body action. Your non hitting hand destabilize you to over rotate. You should have non hitting hand longer on the racket in loading phase. You should try having non hitting arm closer to the body with palm of the hand pointed into your chest, not your opponent after hitting the ball. This is so important, palm of the hand pointing into your chest, not to your opponent. That is one of secrets of Berretini's forehand.
It is pleassure to watch your serves, Nikola. Great load you have, so natural. Your arm explodes so fast. Great technique. Your groundstrokes looks a bit off. Especially forehand, you hit it too much with arm, not enough body action. Your non hitting hand destabilize you to over rotate. You should have non hitting hand longer on the racket in loading phase. You should try having non hitting arm closer to the body with palm of the hand pointed into your chest, not your opponent after hitting the ball. This is so important, palm of the hand pointing into your chest, not to your opponent. That is one of secrets of Berretini's forehand.