i played the V1 98 for 1,5 years and got the V2 98 a week ago and to me personally it is a huge upgrade. I switched to the clash because i had so much wrist pain after plaing tennis that i couldn't hold a cup of coffee for 3 days. That was totally fixed after switching to the Clah. With V2 that is still the case although it is a bit stiffer. And i can really feel that. Serving feels a lot better now. I cannot confirm that V2 feels more pillowy than V1. I personally feel a lot more connected to the racket and i get more power out of it. I guess it comes down to playing style and if you like the feel of the Clash in general. I do and have to say that this upgrade is worth switching from V1 to V2 with the 98. Couldn't be happier. Backhand Slice is a bomb with this racket too.
I’m a 4.5 66 year old doubles (mostly) player and the 108 is a fantastic racquet. I can take a full swing most of the time but it helps to know you don’t have to in a rush. It doesn’t have the control of a 98” players racquet but to say “struggle with control” might be a stretch.
The Clash is not designed for flat hitters. With enough rpms it is very controllable and accurate. As for the "feel" criticisms, by the time you feel contact the ball is already gone, so it has nothing to do with accuracy--that's just a myth.
Picked up a shoulder injury earlier in the year and the Clash 98 V2 has helped keep me on court. It got very mixed reviews but I think it is underated. Plenty of comfort, control and spin, I am enjoying playing with it.
That color looks damn nice, unfortunately I can't really play with these kind of racquets properly. I wish had that color on my babolat pure aero tour.
Jonas, please check and make corrections if you agree. I believe the beam widths are just a tiny 0.5mm thinner than V1.0. LAFINO published a video today with the Japan Wilson rep describing the beam widths reductions and the addition of carbon 45 at the top of the hoop. I'm assuming that introduction has increased the torsional stability of the frames thus requiring a change in width size to maintain the overall flex. My guess.
Love your honest reviews and suggestions for string type/tension. I have demo'd v1 and am curious about v2; enjoy the comfort but not sure if this is the right racquet for me. I'm an intermediate player looking for a heavier but arm friendly racquet to replace my Babolat Pro Aero Lite.
A helpful thing you could include in these review videos is add a short segment where you mention some frames from other brands that might be cross shopped with the racquet you're reviewing. Like, the Clash might be cross shopped against the Babolat Pure Aero or something. Thanks as always! Great tennis nerdy stuff!
I'm able to get power and precicion with the 98, strung at 50 lbs with syn gut. Volleys are really good, half volleys in the air from the service line are fantastic. I added lead to the upper hoop from ten to two. Now its 12.2 ounces with a 345 swing weight
My friends Andrew&Bryce Sr. tried the original Clash&fell in love w/the racquet&bought it. I was curious😶🌫️& played the new Clash 98S version with Luxilon Alu Power VIBE string @57/58#. The Clash&"Vibe" together👏🏻was impressive. It had substantial arm comfort compared to stiff racquets. The string snapback at 58 gave good feel and great access to spin. For a more plush feel, one can use lower tensions. The pocketing was sweet & the power was easy w/this string. At the net, i loved the feel of returning crisp hit 💀groundies with forehand & backhand vollies. My arm 💪 felt so good after my play. After all, there is no better day than good hitting with arm comfort. And, i could play the next day banging more balls👏🏻 at the park with a low powered old school Wilson Comp with good "Sensation". That's a back to back thrill.😍🥳
Thank God your not into mountain biking cause dual suspension bikes are as expensive as as 2nd hand vehicles and is backlogged up to 6 months to fulfill orders.
I hit with tons of spin (semi-western at 4.5 bevel) and this racket is great. If you are a flatter hitter, not a great racket. I use Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable at 48lbs and its a spin machine.
Thank you for the video, it was very helpful. I would like to ask you, I currently play with a Blade 98 V8 16x19 and the feel is great. However, I am starting to have some arm and elbow pain, maybe due to the stiffness of the frame (I really do not know). I want to try the Clash because so many people say that it is arm friendly, but I do not know which model should I try. I am not used to play with 100 SQ racquets, but I do not know if the 98 will be the better choice. Can you please recommend which one you think I should give a try? (I am a mid level intermediate, used to play competitive in college, and play topspin, double-hand backhand counterpuncher style. My set up is a hybrid poly and synthetic at 52 pounds usually) Thank you very much for your help!
The string pattern and head size is the only thing that's similar between the two. Pure Storm tour in contrast to the Clash has a very connected yet comfortable feel when striking the ball, not to mention that it's highly control oriented and demands a lot of footwork and early preparation from the player. The Clash is just mushy on contact and provides a lot more spin than the Pure storm
Will for sure get this, I switched to the silver recently from a prestige pro and I love the feel, it’s softer and I’m not having wrist and arm pain anymore so I’m happy this is coming soon to the market.
At the beginning I hate this color, I love the previous one in silver , but it started to grow on me when on hand , the matt finish like the blade does looks amazing
v2 has higher flex rating.. It doesn't explain or even contradicts with your argument of softer feeling.. 5:45 .. Once my racquet is delivered, I will pay attention to that. The paper says less flexible but maybe the tech makes it feel softer.. I need more feedback from my v1 clash 98. Do you think there s more or less feedback? (ps: I always thought feedback comes from extra vibration thus related to stiffness rating.. but I am not 100% confident on that argument)
Great racquet review, would be good to see another video on hybrid string configurations that give the best benefits of comfort, power, feel, control and spin. Very interested to see your opinion on the theory that rough strings are best to provide spin on the cross strings and shaped shaped strings are best on the mains for spin based on how the string bed faces the ball at contact when brushing up on the ball. For example. I am looking at using Techni Fibre Triax on mains (power, feel and comfort) and Alu Power rough on the crosses. (spin and control).
Was really hoping they would lose some of the mush on the v2. Looks like they doubled down on the mush! Won't be trying that stick. Thanks for reviewing
I'd give it a try. Other sources say the upper hoop is stiffer. Wilson QC will probably give you a greater difference in rackets than the changes to this edition...
Tried the clash 100 v2 yesterday. Generally i liked it, it especially helped me with my serves, also was better able to pocket forehands. However sometimes the raquet behaves a bit erratic and unpredictable. The dampened feel makes it hard to control. I struggled also a lot with volleys.
Thanks Jonas I will stick with my recent decision to play with Pure Aero 98 strung with RPM Blast good job Jonas trying to be reasonably positive about them.
thanks for the review on the new clash V2 - I've been playing with the 100s, which they haven't released, I'm assuning the 100 is the closest to this racquet ?
Hi Jonas, nice video indeed. I am looking to change my trusted Wilson K Six One Team (95 sq. in / 18x20 / 289 grams / stiffness 58) with a more "forgiving" and powerful racket. Also, I need to preserve my right shoulder from rotator cuff problems. I feel that Wilson Clash 100 V 2 might be the racket I am looking for, I play rather "old style" with 2hand-backhand and I go to the net a lot. I am undecided between the Wilson Clash 100 V 2 and the ProKennex Ki5 295 (100 sq. in /16x20 / 295 grams /stiffness 65). Which one should I buy? Thanks a lot! Marco
i see at nationals junior 14-16 years the final in which a kid beat double size oponent in weight and height,at least 2 year older with a clash 100. it just change my mind about this racquet, the spin and control from him were too good , oustanding ,he could deadl with such heavy balls like a knife trough butter. its a must try this racquet,first i thought it was hype but after seen the match i think this racquet is suit for pro play.also i see some erattic shots from him as everyone said , but they were very rare.basically he had oustanding forehand,backand,slice,drop shots voley everything except the serve because he was very small i think 140 cm.
I switched to a clash due to a shoulder injury and it saved my tennis season. Now that my injury has mostly healed, I'm looking for a new frame that still has a lower flex, I'm thinking maybe a VCore 100?
Jonas/fellow nerds, how far down can you go tension wise with a poly on the clash 100? I'm continuously dealing with elbow pains:( Been trying a 48lb multifila now, but that's too springy (broke in no-time too). I bought alu smart now which is the next one up. Would love some further poly suggestions too! Cheers!
Aesthetically attractive, maneuverability great, flexibility etc I love it. Not for every one racquet, but for advanced player it's great (they should already have control of the ball through the techniquesapplied), it feels gooood clash 100 pro v2. Overall great racquet 🎾.
I tried it for 1.5 hours, it's so bouncy. Feels like a trampoline. Granted I'm kind of messed up from playing with the Wilson Ultra, stiffness 75. I felt like the volleys are very hard to hit with. I felt nothing on my wrist. So, I don't know.
@@WaltKurtz68 yeah, it was like I was holding a wand. I felt nothing. I had to really point the strings of the racquet on he volley, otherwise boom. It was also so easy to hit deep and slice 😈, but definitely didn’t like the trampoline feel of it. As for my ultra, I’m so used to it. I really like all the control and the muted feel, but I realize it’s prob bc I’m so used to it. I’m having wrist/arm problems so I feel like I really need to play with an arm friendly racquet but not sure which one yet.
What a beauty!! Just got my beautiful red prestige mp (now called pro, the 98 sq.in.) after your reviews though.. I love it, how would it compare with the new clash 98?
The pillow comment on the review is very misleading as the racquet stiffens up on impact and the harder you hit the ball. There are racquets that can feel alot softer than the clash.
Lighter rackets are not for lower level players. Some 4.5 and up players are not 6 ft and over. This has to stop. Small world class women tennis players use light rackets.
Totally agree. There seems to be this 'machoness' surrounding racket weights. The mass of the racket does not automatically categorise the racket as for advanced players, intermediate etc. I have seen beginners learn to play decent tennis with heavy prostaffs for example, as I did. But that was because I used my dad's old rackets. It usually comes down to what you are comfortable with playing. The head coach at our club, who has an LTA rating of 3.1 (not sure what that translates as in NTPR and the rest but it is regarded as advanced), is 6ft and plays with the lighter version of the pure strike. He prefers it and told me he has never liked heavy rackets. I wouldn't say he's an intermediate player for using a lighter racket. I get the point of guiding new players to lighter frames so they can learn tennis more easily. However, after you get to a decent level and beyond, then any racket can be used. You should choose the racket that suits your game, not base it on weight because you're advanced (or you aspire to be advanced). In the end the racket does not play tennis for you. I know that Jonas has addressed this topic in the past.
Very expensive racket for basically beginners or intermediates- none of the upcoming pros play with it and none of the ATP players endorse it. I can’t see how it sits in the market? If your a beginner I’d buy a cheap racket for $60 or-if I was an aspiring player I’d buy a blade or a pro staff.
I'm an intermediate using prince tours. The clash 100 felt like a cheat code and I could not miss. The pro hits a little flatter faster ball but is still very easy to play with. I've heard people say for years that pure drives and aeropros make the game easier. I feel the Clash accomplishes this without the stiffness.
It’s too bad Wilson didn’t create also a Clash 98 lighter, a frame with more control and a weight of 295 gr. I think this is the kind of racket that is missing in this Clash list.
i played the V1 98 for 1,5 years and got the V2 98 a week ago and to me personally it is a huge upgrade. I switched to the clash because i had so much wrist pain after plaing tennis that i couldn't hold a cup of coffee for 3 days. That was totally fixed after switching to the Clah. With V2 that is still the case although it is a bit stiffer. And i can really feel that. Serving feels a lot better now. I cannot confirm that V2 feels more pillowy than V1. I personally feel a lot more connected to the racket and i get more power out of it. I guess it comes down to playing style and if you like the feel of the Clash in general. I do and have to say that this upgrade is worth switching from V1 to V2 with the 98. Couldn't be happier. Backhand Slice is a bomb with this racket too.
Hey what string and tension did you get on 98 V2? My shoulder is killing me. Thinking about getting this.
@@BazfromCanada
i play 19/18 KG using Luxilon Smart or Restring Zero
I’m a 4.5 66 year old doubles (mostly) player and the 108 is a fantastic racquet. I can take a full swing most of the time but it helps to know you don’t have to in a rush. It doesn’t have the control of a 98” players racquet but to say “struggle with control” might be a stretch.
I personally don’t like how clash or other power/spin Racquets play, but I must say, the paint job on this one is gorgeous
The Clash is not designed for flat hitters. With enough rpms it is very controllable and accurate. As for the "feel" criticisms, by the time you feel contact the ball is already gone, so it has nothing to do with accuracy--that's just a myth.
Darn I have an eastern grip and was going to purchase.
Which racquet is for flat hitters
@@rishijai do u know roger federer? just relax arm and be sure to close the angle.
I've been waiting for this!
Picked up a shoulder injury earlier in the year and the Clash 98 V2 has helped keep me on court. It got very mixed reviews but I think it is underated. Plenty of comfort, control and spin, I am enjoying playing with it.
That color looks damn nice, unfortunately I can't really play with these kind of racquets properly. I wish had that color on my babolat pure aero tour.
Jonas, please check and make corrections if you agree. I believe the beam widths are just a tiny 0.5mm thinner than V1.0. LAFINO published a video today with the Japan Wilson rep describing the beam widths reductions and the addition of carbon 45 at the top of the hoop. I'm assuming that introduction has increased the torsional stability of the frames thus requiring a change in width size to maintain the overall flex. My guess.
Man I wish LAFINO had English subtitles, good channel for sure
Appreciate the effort you put into upgrading the audio and also the camera setup :D
I had a chance to demo the 100 today. I absolutely loved it. Definitely has some trampoline effect which I really enjoyed.
Love your honest reviews and suggestions for string type/tension. I have demo'd v1 and am curious about v2; enjoy the comfort but not sure if this is the right racquet for me. I'm an intermediate player looking for a heavier but arm friendly racquet to replace my Babolat Pro Aero Lite.
A helpful thing you could include in these review videos is add a short segment where you mention some frames from other brands that might be cross shopped with the racquet you're reviewing. Like, the Clash might be cross shopped against the Babolat Pure Aero or something. Thanks as always! Great tennis nerdy stuff!
I'm able to get power and precicion with the 98, strung at 50 lbs with syn gut. Volleys are really good, half volleys in the air from the service line are fantastic. I added lead to the upper hoop from ten to two. Now its 12.2 ounces with a 345 swing weight
My friends Andrew&Bryce Sr. tried the original Clash&fell in love w/the racquet&bought it. I was curious😶🌫️& played the new Clash 98S version with Luxilon Alu Power VIBE string @57/58#. The Clash&"Vibe" together👏🏻was impressive. It had substantial arm comfort compared to stiff racquets. The string snapback at 58 gave good feel and great access to spin. For a more plush feel, one can use lower tensions. The pocketing was sweet & the power was easy w/this string. At the net, i loved the feel of returning crisp hit 💀groundies with forehand & backhand vollies. My arm 💪 felt so good after my play. After all, there is no better day than good hitting with arm comfort. And, i could play the next day banging more balls👏🏻 at the park with a low powered old school Wilson Comp with good "Sensation". That's a back to back thrill.😍🥳
The new price of racquets at the moment is crazy...
I 100% agree
Buy it 2nd hand in a couple of months when the first buyers are selling it off.
@@CR4WLFC same
Thank God your not into mountain biking cause dual suspension bikes are as expensive as as 2nd hand vehicles and is backlogged up to 6 months to fulfill orders.
I hit with tons of spin (semi-western at 4.5 bevel) and this racket is great. If you are a flatter hitter, not a great racket. I use Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable at 48lbs and its a spin machine.
Same setup hahah on weiss cannon oso added weight on 3 9 and 12
@@GodGod1337 yeah i have 4g of lead tape at 3 and 9 to bring it 303g. just a little more stable on volleys.
I am sticking with my original Clash 98. Love that racket and recently went on sale for $135 which was pretty crazy. So I stocked up on it:)
Thank you for the video, it was very helpful. I would like to ask you, I currently play with a Blade 98 V8 16x19 and the feel is great. However, I am starting to have some arm and elbow pain, maybe due to the stiffness of the frame (I really do not know). I want to try the Clash because so many people say that it is arm friendly, but I do not know which model should I try. I am not used to play with 100 SQ racquets, but I do not know if the 98 will be the better choice. Can you please recommend which one you think I should give a try? (I am a mid level intermediate, used to play competitive in college, and play topspin, double-hand backhand counterpuncher style. My set up is a hybrid poly and synthetic at 52 pounds usually) Thank you very much for your help!
Great review Jonas. Now the big question for Clash users...Do you dump your V1's for V2 :)
As it seems, definitely not. I don't need even more softness.
I think only if you’re playing the 98 and are interested in trying the new string pattern
I Own The Clash 100 Garros and Buy the V2 as 2nd racket
Does it still have the rubberized paint of the V1 Clashes or is it a matte finish now?
I bought the first gen clash , while it was amazingly comfortable i dint feel connected to it due to the mushy feel and thus couldnt predict shots
Clash 98 with its head size and 16x20 string pattern reminds me of the old Babolat Pure Storm Tour.
The string pattern and head size is the only thing that's similar between the two. Pure Storm tour in contrast to the Clash has a very connected yet comfortable feel when striking the ball, not to mention that it's highly control oriented and demands a lot of footwork and early preparation from the player. The Clash is just mushy on contact and provides a lot more spin than the Pure storm
Will for sure get this, I switched to the silver recently from a prestige pro and I love the feel, it’s softer and I’m not having wrist and arm pain anymore so I’m happy this is coming soon to the market.
Been waiting for this one! Thank you Jonas!
I ordered one:) no questions asked since clash 98 is my current racquet :)
Let me know how you like it!
How would you compare between Clash 98 and Clash Pro? I have Clash 100 v1 but I want more control and stability.
At the beginning I hate this color, I love the previous one in silver , but it started to grow on me when on hand , the matt finish like the blade does looks amazing
v2 has higher flex rating.. It doesn't explain or even contradicts with your argument of softer feeling.. 5:45 .. Once my racquet is delivered, I will pay attention to that. The paper says less flexible but maybe the tech makes it feel softer.. I need more feedback from my v1 clash 98. Do you think there s more or less feedback? (ps: I always thought feedback comes from extra vibration thus related to stiffness rating.. but I am not 100% confident on that argument)
Great racquet review, would be good to see another video on hybrid string configurations that give the best benefits of comfort, power, feel, control and spin.
Very interested to see your opinion on the theory that rough strings are best to provide spin on the cross strings and shaped shaped strings are best on the mains for spin based on how the string bed faces the ball at contact when brushing up on the ball. For example. I am looking at using Techni Fibre Triax on mains (power, feel and comfort) and Alu Power rough on the crosses. (spin and control).
Awesome review as always. Keep up the great work!
Was really hoping they would lose some of the mush on the v2. Looks like they doubled down on the mush! Won't be trying that stick. Thanks for reviewing
I'd give it a try. Other sources say the upper hoop is stiffer.
Wilson QC will probably give you a greater difference in rackets than the changes to this edition...
@@BeastOfTheMidEast It’s cute of Wilson to call it Quality Control
I've had the Clash 98 for one year and was injured the whole time. I very much like the looks of the frame 😀
Tried the clash 100 v2 yesterday. Generally i liked it, it especially helped me with my serves, also was better able to pocket forehands. However sometimes the raquet behaves a bit erratic and unpredictable. The dampened feel makes it hard to control. I struggled also a lot with volleys.
Hi Jonas,
what stringing machine do you use?
Thanks Jonas I will stick with my recent decision to play with Pure Aero 98 strung with RPM Blast good job Jonas trying to be reasonably positive about them.
Hey , did you slightly change your forehand grip? Seems a bit in between EF and SW in the first hitting video
What has more control wilson clash pro 100 v2 or ezone 100?
ezone 100 200%
New Ezone 2022 is superbly controlled
thanks for the review on the new clash V2 - I've been playing with the 100s, which they haven't released, I'm assuning the 100 is the closest to this racquet ?
Does 108 also have the inscription on the throat? Or just the 100 has that detail?
Wilson is killing it on the design and color.
Hi Jonas, nice video indeed. I am looking to change my trusted Wilson K Six One Team (95 sq. in / 18x20 / 289 grams / stiffness 58) with a more "forgiving" and powerful racket. Also, I need to preserve my right shoulder from rotator cuff problems. I feel that Wilson Clash 100 V 2 might be the racket I am looking for, I play rather "old style" with 2hand-backhand and I go to the net a lot. I am undecided between the Wilson Clash 100 V 2 and the ProKennex Ki5 295 (100 sq. in /16x20 / 295 grams /stiffness 65). Which one should I buy? Thanks a lot! Marco
How would you compare clash v2 against boom mp?
How was the string life on this compared to the previous and other racquets? That was my biggest turnoff to the clash line
i see at nationals junior 14-16 years the final in which a kid beat double size oponent in weight and height,at least 2 year older with a clash 100. it just change my mind about this racquet, the spin and control from him were too good , oustanding ,he could deadl with such heavy balls like a knife trough butter. its a must try this racquet,first i thought it was hype but after seen the match i think this racquet is suit for pro play.also i see some erattic shots from him as everyone said , but they were very rare.basically he had oustanding forehand,backand,slice,drop shots voley everything except the serve because he was very small i think 140 cm.
What is a better racket between the head boom and the Clash v2?
Tough - personally I prefer the Boom. Clash is a bit more comfortable though.
Thanks for taking the time to respond👍
trampoline is right - great for tennis elbow but balls will fly out of court, especially if you are aiming deep - will demo the upgrade to compare
I switched to a clash due to a shoulder injury and it saved my tennis season. Now that my injury has mostly healed, I'm looking for a new frame that still has a lower flex, I'm thinking maybe a VCore 100?
Look at the Prince Phantom line. The 100X or the 100P if you want a more classic, boxy beam.
head gravity tour
Pro Kennex range
What would be the Yonex model that has the same characteristics of the Clash?
I would just like to know where that singles court is on the coast? Amazing! Thanks for the video!
Thanks Dave, it's at the Hilton in St Julian's, Malta.
@@Tennisnerd Thank you, would love to have a hit there with you! Beautiful! I'm enjoying your videos here Down Under. All the best!!
Should a beginner get a v2 100 pro or 98 over the regular 100?
Is string life an issue with the 98?
Jonas/fellow nerds, how far down can you go tension wise with a poly on the clash 100? I'm continuously dealing with elbow pains:(
Been trying a 48lb multifila now, but that's too springy (broke in no-time too). I bought alu smart now which is the next one up. Would love some further poly suggestions too!
Cheers!
About 50 on a poly or 40 on smart
Aesthetically attractive, maneuverability great, flexibility etc I love it. Not for every one racquet, but for advanced player it's great (they should already have control of the ball through the techniquesapplied), it feels gooood clash 100 pro v2. Overall great racquet 🎾.
Hi, does the V2 have the L and UL models (Lite and ultra lite)? Thanks.
Yes they have both
Would adding weight help with any of the downsides you’ve mentioned?
I tried it for 1.5 hours, it's so bouncy. Feels like a trampoline. Granted I'm kind of messed up from playing with the Wilson Ultra, stiffness 75. I felt like the volleys are very hard to hit with. I felt nothing on my wrist. So, I don't know.
@@WaltKurtz68 yeah, it was like I was holding a wand. I felt nothing. I had to really point the strings of the racquet on he volley, otherwise boom. It was also so easy to hit deep and slice 😈, but definitely didn’t like the trampoline feel of it.
As for my ultra, I’m so used to it. I really like all the control and the muted feel, but I realize it’s prob bc I’m so used to it.
I’m having wrist/arm problems so I feel like I really need to play with an arm friendly racquet but not sure which one yet.
@@WaltKurtz68 interesting, thanks for the rec!
Fantastic cosmetic!
Raquetholics thread on talk-tennis are crazy for the 16-20, looks like a Dunlop CX cosmetic
What a beauty!! Just got my beautiful red prestige mp (now called pro, the 98 sq.in.) after your reviews though.. I love it, how would it compare with the new clash 98?
prestige deffo more of a control racquet than this. plus the feeling in your prestige will be better than the very dampened clash v2
Thank you man, I hope, because I'm too tempted by the Clash's looks
@@maanas0242 For sure, but what about the comfort?
I was hoping for slightly thinner Clash 98. The Babolat Pure Aero VS is great at 16x20, so maybe this will be good as well.
Keep hoping.
Cosmetics reminds me a bit of the 1st version of Excalibur
I demoed them a few years ago. The technology works. But at $270 per stick. NO WAY!!!!
Rubber paint job that peels off when you breathe on it still????
I had to order A CUSTOM CLASH 100 JUST TO AVOID THE VELVET RUBBER PAINT JOB!!
@@paulsteezo1772 how is custom paint holding up?
Looks sick!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CLASH is decent for arm issues but the flex was too profound at net for me..
If only they made this with a thinner beam, it’s so chunky! Still will be giving it a try though
The pillow comment on the review is very misleading as the racquet stiffens up on impact and the harder you hit the ball. There are racquets that can feel alot softer than the clash.
Fuck me I literally ordered a clash v1 a week ago
Nice intro
Looks like a Dunlop CX
Lighter rackets are not for lower level players. Some 4.5 and up players are not 6 ft and over. This has to stop. Small world class women tennis players use light rackets.
Totally agree. There seems to be this 'machoness' surrounding racket weights. The mass of the racket does not automatically categorise the racket as for advanced players, intermediate etc. I have seen beginners learn to play decent tennis with heavy prostaffs for example, as I did. But that was because I used my dad's old rackets. It usually comes down to what you are comfortable with playing.
The head coach at our club, who has an LTA rating of 3.1 (not sure what that translates as in NTPR and the rest but it is regarded as advanced), is 6ft and plays with the lighter version of the pure strike. He prefers it and told me he has never liked heavy rackets. I wouldn't say he's an intermediate player for using a lighter racket.
I get the point of guiding new players to lighter frames so they can learn tennis more easily. However, after you get to a decent level and beyond, then any racket can be used. You should choose the racket that suits your game, not base it on weight because you're advanced (or you aspire to be advanced). In the end the racket does not play tennis for you.
I know that Jonas has addressed this topic in the past.
looks like they copied the dunlop CX line on cosmetics
En Français cela serais bien aussi 😂
Very expensive racket for basically beginners or intermediates- none of the upcoming pros play with it and none of the ATP players endorse it. I can’t see how it sits in the market? If your a beginner I’d buy a cheap racket for $60 or-if I was an aspiring player I’d buy a blade or a pro staff.
I'm an intermediate using prince tours. The clash 100 felt like a cheat code and I could not miss. The pro hits a little flatter faster ball but is still very easy to play with. I've heard people say for years that pure drives and aeropros make the game easier. I feel the Clash accomplishes this without the stiffness.
It’s too bad Wilson didn’t create also a Clash 98 lighter, a frame with more control and a weight of 295 gr. I think this is the kind of racket that is missing in this Clash list.