Glad to see this video, I've been curious about your top rackets! The ProStaff V13 is amazing, way better feeling than previous versions in my opinion, but they are so expensive nowadays. Happy New Year guys! Excited to see what's in store for 2022
Well, there you have them 😉 Thanks and Happy New Year to you too! The Pro Staff is definitely very expensive you're right, it's probably it's greatest drawback.
@@gladiatorstribe I also noticed the Santa's gift bag, it looks so poor edited but somehow just feels perfect and funny. Could you suggest a racqet that has more feel and easier to swing than pure strike(and a little bit softer) according to the list in the video, just curious 👍
@@anitennislife hahahaha yep, that was the idea 😂😂 Honestly all of the rackets in the list are going to be softer. Also all of them are going to be more maneuverable than the strike (except for the gravity). Extreme tour could do if you want a bit more power and the Blade could do if you'd rather control.
I gotta say that I'm impressed with amount of quality racket reviews you did for 2021 - both informative and enjoyable to watch! In fact it lead me to eventually getting an Ezone 98 ( tour version) and am loving it so far. Looking forward to your content in 2022 glads!
Thank you so much!! Really means a lot to us! Although we haven't covered the tour version of the Ezone this year 😂😂, I'm still happy you've purchased a racket that you're loving!
@@gladiatorstribe Ha true. Well you guys mentioned that the weight was a bit light which is definitely true when I tested it. The tour version seems to fix that issue for me at least (I don't trust myself doing the lead tape job 😬). Now there is a new Ezone 2022 line for you guys to cover ... I feel both happy to see your content later for that but also bad that you guys worked so hard very recently to make videos of the previous version.
@@francisc-o1s Hahahhha that's a pretty reasonable explanation 😂 Oh no, it's our absolute pleasure to review these for you! Super excited for the 2022 lineup!
Happy 2022 glads and i loved sharing this year with you. Thanks for everything you have done for us. Will definitely consider the pro staff 97v13. Take care😘😘
LOL . Looks like two old ladies at a resort reviewing rackets. You guys are awesome . The channel is becoming my channel of truth not only because all the humor, but also due to the honest opinions about the gear. Wondering here if you already made a video about sneakers. Congratulations.
Thanks for a funny, entertainment and informative stuff that you´ve providing the whole year to us and all the best for you guys to 2022 🙂looking forward to next reviews ;-)
This was such a lovely video wrapping up up the First year of you guys and the channel. Want to say loved each one of it and hopefully this goes to the height it deserves to be at. Happy new year guys
Grisha, I think the description (of the Vcore 95) you're looking for is "heavy spin with a flat trajectory". It's kind of how Rublev hits. Entertaining reviews guys!
Absolutely loved this video and a great summary of an amazing year! 🤩 May 2022 bring you even more success! I look forward to continuing this journey with the glads fam 😍😁
I just got back from a ten day camp, so I watched this vid as soon as i got home. This is a really fun video!! I love this idea, and it is a throwback to all your videos!! I can tell you guys put a lot of work in this video, and I congratulate you guys for it. What a wonderful year for you guys, and I can’t wait for what’s next in Gladiator Tennis’ story!! Also I do find it quite weird when athletes of your level and stature wear formal suits heh 😁 our eyes are used to sport shirts and shorts!
Happy 2022, boys! Can't wait to see the new eZone 2022 review so we can have another video in the library where Grisha pretends he doesn't also want to switch to a Yonex.
I haven't try Pure Aero but I totally agree on all racquets! Head, Wilson and Yonex finally learned how to build the right racquets. I wish this happened 10 years ago...
hahaha you guys are hilarious! very well done! really fun AND informative review! it's not often that I watch a 22 min video in full but this video flew by. love the dynamic. subscribed 😄
Great choices guys. I think you can refine them into those that you think will last a few years and even become legend frames. For me the PS97 and Extreme Tour are the two that have the feel that will make them popular for a long time. If only the Extreme Tour came in a decent paint job!
Happy new year!! Your best video by far!! So funny 😅. Some suggestions: You should start the list with no5 and go to no1...no1 should be the best.. And second your first videos dont have a score. Perhaps you can add one...Greetings from Greece
Thank you very much! Happy New Year to you too!! These aren't in an order from worst to best tho. That's why we didn't go from 5 to 1. Should've mentioned that tho 😂😂
Happy 2022 Glads! You guys are just awesome and I wanted to take this opportunity to say that in my first post of 2022 :-). You all have redefined the way tennis gear needs to be reviewed. Furthermore, whenever I am feeling lazy, I just watch some of your playtests and I am immediately all charged up and ready to smash some balls around the court. Keep up the humour, the energy levels and the excellent editing. Great teamwork there. Also love the way you take time to respond to almost every post in your comments section. About this video (obviously liked it, as I do with all your videos) - glad to see 2 of my racquets featured in the top section of your lists (ProStaff V13 & Speed Pro). Have a fabulous 2022!
This is absolutely awesome!!! Best grade you could possibly give to out work! Knowing that we can motivate you on those lazy days is just amazing!! Those are two really good rackets!
Looks like I gravitate towards Areg's choices. I got the Pro Staff v13 for a friend and Speed Pro for myself a year ago. Would love to try out the Yonexes that you guys rate so highly, but I don't play enough tennis to do so. Happy New Year, guys!
This is a great video and very educational as well as fun! As you may remember I like unpopular tennis racquets so I might pick up another Wilson Burn FST 95 haha will see. Happy New Year guys 🎆✨🍾💕🎉🎾🙏👊
I play with a lot of top spin and love what pure aero gives, but the prostaff 97 v13 just offers so much control and stability, I switch in between them based on who I'm playing against. I would go for Blade 98 for something in between on a day I don't feel so sure about
@sjjapp i haven't found anything that give what I want, almost impossible, I mean is there any racquet that enables a lot of top spin which requires the frame to not be too heavy, and while I still want control and stability which usually requires the frame to be on the heavier size and doesn't give much power
@@cks2020693 customisation. That may be the answer for you. Any decision is a compromise but you can control more of what you get through customisation. Specifically, I think a light static weight polarised setup could work well based on what you've said. You'd be surprised how stable even a light racket feels when the swing weight is decent enough and the twistweight hasn't been compromised too much. And polarised setups increase spin potential as well Perhaps even with a racket that fits between the pure aero and the pro staff... The Pure Aero Vs comes to mind, or if you want a lighter starting weight one of the lighter versions of the Pure Strike (say one around 285g or whatever they have close to that) could work and then simply weight up with weight in bottom of handle and then anywhere between 9/3 and 12 in hoop till you find something that works.
@sjjapp I've done some customization with my Blade 98. I would like some more weight near the grip end of pure aero but I don't know if there is a way to add weight to the tail end of a racquet?
My top 6 (all 16x19 and newest versions as of February 2023, choose your own weight): Yonex Ezone 98, Yonex VCore 98, Head Speed, Wilson Blade V8, Head Extreme, Babolat Pure Aero 98... For most players at least one of these rackets would be EXCELLENT !
Happy new Year Glads! Would have loved to hear your opinion about the 360+ Extreme Pro. It's only available in Europe so there aren't many useful reviews. Especially not with your skill level. 315 gr unstrung, most controlled and stable racket in the Extreme lineup, same beam like the MP but a tighter 16x19 string pattern. Whuaaaat??? So if you can get your hands on a Pro, maybe you can pump out another dope review.
Thank you!! Happy New Year to you too!! We absolutely will do the pro version of the extreme if we find one (when we find one 😏). Would love to try it out!!
I really like the Extreme Pro - Came from many years with the Pure Aero, before switching to the Gravity Pro. I really loved the feel from the Gravity and the control I got with it, however I missed the spin in my game. And I found a good option in the Extreme Pro. It‘s more comfortable than the Aero, weighs 315g and I love it especially on serves and on my backhand. I‘ve never been a slice guy, however with this racket I was surprised how well my slices got. Definitely not the amount of control that I got with the Gravity but for me the better option for my game.
@@tobireiter I played with the Gravity MP before and love this racket because it's easy to use and swing. But i miss stability and Pop on my serves so i tried the Extreme Pro and love it, but i think it's very string sensitive. On the Gravity MP i use Yonex Poly Tour Pro Yellow and it's a perfect fit. It doesn't work that well in the Extreme or maybe i have to try another tension. On the Extreme tried YPTP, Hyper G, Hyper G soft, SP X-Perience and Mayami Big Spin. Hyper G works really good but i really wanna use some softer Strings because of my history with elbow issues. What are you using on your Extreme?
@@MaiTizzle I‘ve only used it with 3 different strings in different gauges anf tentions so far. At the start I‘ve strung one racket with Babolat RPM Blast and the other one with Head Lynx Tour. I didn‘t like RPM Blast, however I‘ve never been a fan of it in other rackets as well. Head Lynx Tour worked great for me in the Gravity but I really did not get satisfied with this string when putting it in my Pure Aero and also when using it in the new Pure Drive. However in the Extreme Pro it worked out well. I then tried Solinco Tour Bite, that I used all the years with my Aero and sticked to that string. It just gives me that extra confidence that I like as it bites the ball even more and also is a little less in weight compared to the Lynx Tour. I tried stringing the Extreme Pro with a Set of Solinco Tour Bite 1.10mm but the string went too fast. It snapped after just 1 match. I now use it in 1.20mm gauge and am really satisfied with it.
@@MaiTizzle However if you have issues with tennis elbow Solinco Tour Bite might be too stiff for you. Maybe you go with the soft version or give Head Lynx Tour a go. I also had some issues with my elbow back when I was playing with the Babolat Aero combined with Solinco Tour Bite which was the main reason for trying other rackets. However now playing with the Extreme Pro and dropping tension a little bit, there are no problems anymore. It might not be as soft as the Gravity, but still not an issue. But the combination of Solinco Tour Bite on a Babolat Pure Aero strung with 27.5kg may not have been a good choice in first place 😅😅
yo glads! how would you compare the head extreme tour and the yonex vcore 98? they both have a 98 sq in headsize and are meant for spin. how do they play differently and which do you guys prefer? i’d say my playstyle is very similar to areg’s. i’m trying to pick between these two racquets, hopefully you guys could help haha
Yooo!! Areg would definitely go for the Vcore. It is more powerful and more spinny. The Extreme is a great racket, similar to the Vcore but more controlled.
Happy new year Glads! Been waiting for this list!! Looking forward to see more great contents from you guys in 2022. Nice to see the Gravity Pro in the list tho I can't wait to try the ezones. Looks like I can add the Pro Staff as well! I see the surface of the Gravity is pretty clean, did you hide the lead tapes in the guards? Also not sure if anyone mentioned but dammmm Grish with the suit and Areg with the dress shirt looking 🔥🔥🔥. Cheers
Thank you!! Happy New Year to you too!! Yes, the lead is hidden, this way I don't have to keep applying more when it falls off. Talking about our outfit, that's just our casual wear 😏😂😂😂
@@gladiatorstribe 😂 dammm classy casual wear I see I see👔👔. Yeah I am planning to add weight to my gravity MP too but don't want to ruin the look so I want to see how to hide the lead tapes. Looking forward to see your review for the boom since you guys like the yonex isometric so much!
@@hijikatakun000 😂😂 Hiding it under the guard is definitely an option. The problem is that if the racket has been strung before, you're most likely going to have to get new ones once you've taken them off.
Great post!! I have been wondering about these three rackets (Vcore Pro 97, Ezone 98, Vcore 98). I am using the Head Speed Pro (smooth and solid hitting racquet)from Pure Strike 3rd gen (easier for angles and spin) and looking for something in-between, which would you suggest Ezone 98 or Vcore 98? I demoed the new Vcore Pro 100 and it felt solid and awesome, however, it was lacking power on serve.
Thanks a lot! In this case I would go for the Ezone. It's somewhere between the Vcore and Vcore pro in terms of power and the same in terms of control.
@@gladiatorstribe Hey Guys. Very informative video. I am demoing Ezone 98, Vcore 98 and Vcore Pro 100; not at the same time. why is Ezone 98 in between Vcore and Vcore pro? A simpler question: which of the three: Ezone 98, Vcore 98 and Vcore Pro 100 produces less fatigue and arm pain? I am coming from a lite (285 gr) so I want to control the new weight of my racquet until I transition to the Vcore Pro 97.
Would love too see you guys test some plus rackets as well. Yonex has both Ezone and Vcore lines Plus versions. Since lot of pro players play extended versions ( Casper ruud Ezone 100 + ) Would be fun too see your take on it 😄
New subscriber here. I found your channel yesterday but feels like I have known you guys personally lol!! amazing content glad u guys don't cover up brands for their names. Anyways would love to find out how you guys customise your racquets!!! I think a lot of people would love to learn that. Areg's overheads are my fav to watch. Grisha's down the line backhand reminds me of karatsevs Loool. Glad i found this channel!!!
That's so awesome to know!! Thank you very much! It's awesome to have a new Glad on the channel. Thanks for comparing my backhand to Karatsev's, definitely appreciate that 😏 We will cover racket customization in the future for sure. Once again thank you very much for your awesome feetback and welcome to the team!!!
It is interesting that the head gravity that is a much more foregiving racket, I used it for 1 year and a half and I just could not get used to it. I was always hitting it on the frame, getting really bad control and feel. Switched recently to a pro staff, and literally all those problems are gone. I found out that I dont really know why but I just cant get used to the feeling of head rackets, but really love willson for some reason.
Oh man! Having watched this I am thinking twice now about my future purchase.. I was going to get the head gravity MP however I am now wondering if I should at least try the yonex rackets as I’ve never tried them before 🤨
The Gravity MP is a great frame, I switched from speed mp and didn't look back although I would suggest adding weight. Currently using gravity pro and loved it but I still play with the MP once a while when I do bad with the 18x20 pattern 😂
Hahahahahahah if you really liked the MP Gravity and feel like it's the frame for you, there shouldn't be any hesitation. Tho if you're doubting, give the Yonex Vcore 100 a try.
Great channel. Always value those who can truly get the charachter out of the racquets and give us feedback. Surprised, but at the same time not surprised on the effect of the Ezone. I'm debating the exact same thing between the 20 Ezone 98, Gravity Tour and add the VCore 98. Curious to know if Grisha will switch and more on why.
Thank you very much! Really appreciate your feetback! I'm actually waiting to get my hands on the new one. When that's out, I'll be making my decisions 🤭
Hi guys I've been watching you racket reviews and really like them and the scoring system you have. Could you also start to do some string reviews as well, I think it's just as an important part of the game as the racket and everyone will really enjoy it, thanks! :)
Thank you so much!! We really appreciate it!! We definitely will do some kind of string reviews in the future. Maybe the same format as with the racket might not work too well though. Because people are interested in strings but not as much as in rackets.
@@gladiatorstribe Thanks for the reponse, yah the format could be tricky hopefully you guys figure it out! Quick question: I'm somewhat new to tennis, so what would you say (if you had to choose) has a bigger impact on your game, the racket choice or then string choice? I come from table tennis where the rubber choice is very important, in my oppinion more so than the blade (frame).
Totally agree with Grisha, Head Speed MP has no control compared to Pure Aero 😜 New Yonex Ezone 98 2022 just had a demo it’s better than the previous version more control and stable just purchased one ☝️
Hey guys your videos are really enjoyable. Keep up the great job you are doing! Guys btw what happened to all the other gladiators that were present in the past videos?
Thank you very much! We really appreciate it and we'll keep it up! Not the easiest thing to keep making these videos. Pretty much the main reason why they didn't keep up ☹️
Im still curious why pure aero tour is not as popular as the regular 300gram pure aero? Have you guys tested it? How different is it compare to the regular pure aero and which one would you prefer?
Well, the Tour Version is a bit heavier and a little harder to swing and whip. The Aero lineup is appreciated for it's crazy spin and maneuverability. With the tour version that gets compromised a bit to win on stability and control. Which isn't something most people want. Also aero's lighter weight is more suitable for junior players. These are my guesses on this topic. What racket I would go for? Well, the tour would fit my gamestyle better I'd say.
@@gladiatorstribe thanks for the reply. Im used to rf97 and the ps97 315gram feels ok to me. But then i fell in love with pure aero rafa edition (bcos of the color ofcourse), bought it and yet i also feel okay too using that racket. Somewhat i feel "friendlier" than the prostaff, more spin def, but less control. Only until then i realised there is a tour version of the pure aero (eventho they dont have the rafa edition yet) but it got me curious..just like you said, heavier means more stable, control..and i believe the spin is still there, right? What not to like about it?! Because there is no demo facilities where i live and i havent met anyone using a tour version. Was thinking maybe the tour will fit me better because im used to a bit heavier racket. What do you think? Should i get the tour or just stick with what i have at the moment?
@@fredykosasih9192 Seems like you're a pretty versatile guy, that's good 😂😂 Honestly to find out whether the tour would fit you or not you can pretty much just spec up your normal Aero to the Tour spec. Though at that point if you like it you're pretty much set and there's no need to get a new racket. The spin is obviously still there, way more than with the PSv13 let alone the RF version.
When you say there's no competition to the Aero, what about the Vcore 100? It's supposed to be Yonex's power+spin option to rival the Aero and you really like it...
happy 2022 glads! just a question about the vcore 95... do you think using a string with a thin gauge such as poly tour pro 18 gauge would help with the forgiveness, power, and spin?
For anyone from Head HQ watching, sign these guys up! They already play with your brand and would be great ambassadors for the average club player like me they are very relatable and likeable. Boys you can give me a cut of your first contract..
Happy new year gentlemen. Grisha, which one would be in your bag, if you are given just 2 rackets (vcore 95 and ezone 98)? I somehow have a feeling that you are gonna say, easy 98.
@@gladiatorstribe Thank you. Yes, it is hard since my go-to racket at this point is vcore 95. After watching you hitting those killer, crazy forehand winners, I really want to try out the ezone 98 . Please let us know if you ever decided to switch to the ezone 98.
Hey guys, amazing thoughts to be shared with us! I know it is a tricky question but I was wondering if you can answer to me. I am an amateur tennis player, started off with babolat pure drive, but as a big fan of RF and his amazing job helping to customize this v13 of ProStaff, I decided to go for a Pro Staff 97 (315g). I absolutely loved it! However, I am a very challeging person (most with myself), and I really would like to update for a RF97. The only holdback to me right now is that at the same time I see a lot of players doing awesome feedbacks for this RF97, I also see a lot of people saying "oh... i have no elbow and shoulder anymore, after I started using this heavier version..." Anyway, I already saw your video reviewing the RF, but I was wondering to have an idea from you guys about this "elbow&shoulder terror racquet" haha is that really true? Thanks in advance.
The RF97 is a very demanding racket. Not only is it really heavy but also the small head size doesn't help with forgiveness. If you're not an experienced player and you've never played with a racket close to that weight, I wouldn't recommend it.
Many thanks for the review and amazing video as usual! I'm interested in the 360+ Gravity Pro, but I'm a beginner, but because of the good reviews (especially yours haha) and because it's says to be arm-friendly. I'm 34, my condition/strength are fine, and I'd like a racket I can keep using once I improve (rather than getting a beginner's racket and needing a new one later on), even if it's more expensive and if I struggle a bit more at the beginning. Do you think this one would be suitable for me? Or is the Gravity Pro not for beginners at all?
I'm also a beginner and one thing that I notice is that the sweet spot weight for us is around 295-300gr, that goes to Gravity MP territory. I'm liking my ezone 100 300gr.
@@ivanjo6478 I think you're right, thanks! My instructor had also advised me in principle to look for a 305g racquet. In the end I got the Gravity Pro (he said it was fine too) and at 315g I do feel it's heavier than other racquets, but so far I don't think it's too heavy (could also be because it's quite head light).
You got a new subscriber! I'm new to tennis and I got a yonex ezone 100 blue 2018 (5th gen) and I like it (as a beginner). Just wondering, if you both of you guys choose Wilson ProStaff v13 as the #1, why not use it as your daily racket?
Thank you very much! Great racket! Well, this list wasn't in any particular order. It was first on the list but not as in top 1. I hope I'm explaining myself well enough 😂
man i'm really torn, been playing with the pure drive for like 2 years now, i returned to tennis, i played as a junior...and today i tried the pro staff, standard not the rf... and within my first 5 minutes of playing with it, i fell in love with it... i'm just a bit scared i'll hurt my arm with it x) i have decent technique, since i was coached as a junior...still can't decide if i wanna switch or not.... i loved it tho, it's like a sniper rifle.... didn't have much issues from the baseline either, even with the "lack of power".... thoughts guys? have a good one!
If you loved the pro staff and you have a decent technique just go for it!! There's more chance of getting injured with the Pure Drive than with the Pro Staff because of the stiffness.
I (Grisha) prefer heavier rackets, Areg plays with relatively normal weight. Usually around 310-315. I'm 190cm and Areg is 175cm. The two blades are very similar. We both preferred the v8, though the difference is close to unnoticeable.
For some reason ps v13 made my backhand unstable, ended up with Blade. Rf is a clown racquet bc most people who use them should be using Babolat Pure Drive.
There's not really such a thing as a racket for one hander or for two hander. There are some general preferences in adjustable specs specifically that one handers have tended to like (like more head like balance, higher weight for increased stability and so on), but even that isn't solid and there are examples that go against it. In short yes the pro staff is fine for double handers. It's really what you personally think of the racket.
@@ssportslivetvstreaming that's not how it works. There's nothing in the layup or head shape or handle shape or beam thickness or string pattern and so on that says only one type of backhand can use it. So don't worry. I'm not saying your double hander will like the pro staff. What I am saying is that if you don't like it on your double hander it has nothing to do with Federer and his one hander using a pro staff. That's not to say there haven't been some preferences/patterns on average for single and double handers, but these are usually more about adjustable specs these days. Even then, there are so many examples that go against the patterns that basically all that matters is what works for the individual, one hander or not.
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dude that is some serious lead on the EZ98 ahah also: happy 2022, looking forward to a new year of great content!
Thank you so much!! Excited for another year like this!! (or maybe better🤭) Hahahah Yep, quite a bit. Very observative you are 🤫😉
Awesome. thank you guys!! Happy 2022!!
Thank you very much!! Happy 2022 to you too!!
Glad to see this video, I've been curious about your top rackets! The ProStaff V13 is amazing, way better feeling than previous versions in my opinion, but they are so expensive nowadays. Happy New Year guys! Excited to see what's in store for 2022
Well, there you have them 😉 Thanks and Happy New Year to you too! The Pro Staff is definitely very expensive you're right, it's probably it's greatest drawback.
Class info boys 🙌
Hahaha thanks!! 😉
Excellent video. Happy New Year and looking forward to your continued success in 2022
Happy New Year to you too! Thank you very much for the support and the wishes!! Really appreciate it!!
This video is filled with chill, the color、editing、views, all quality stuffs, and also how did that 5:35 not fall off amazing!
Thank you so much!! It's really awesome that you notice these things! Really appreciate it! It was very very close to falling 😂😂
@@gladiatorstribe I also noticed the Santa's gift bag, it looks so poor edited but somehow just feels perfect and funny. Could you suggest a racqet that has more feel and easier to swing than pure strike(and a little bit softer) according to the list in the video, just curious 👍
@@anitennislife hahahaha yep, that was the idea 😂😂 Honestly all of the rackets in the list are going to be softer. Also all of them are going to be more maneuverable than the strike (except for the gravity). Extreme tour could do if you want a bit more power and the Blade could do if you'd rather control.
I gotta say that I'm impressed with amount of quality racket reviews you did for 2021 - both informative and enjoyable to watch! In fact it lead me to eventually getting an Ezone 98 ( tour version) and am loving it so far. Looking forward to your content in 2022 glads!
Thank you so much!! Really means a lot to us! Although we haven't covered the tour version of the Ezone this year 😂😂, I'm still happy you've purchased a racket that you're loving!
@@gladiatorstribe Ha true. Well you guys mentioned that the weight was a bit light which is definitely true when I tested it. The tour version seems to fix that issue for me at least (I don't trust myself doing the lead tape job 😬).
Now there is a new Ezone 2022 line for you guys to cover ... I feel both happy to see your content later for that but also bad that you guys worked so hard very recently to make videos of the previous version.
@@francisc-o1s Hahahhha that's a pretty reasonable explanation 😂 Oh no, it's our absolute pleasure to review these for you! Super excited for the 2022 lineup!
Happy 2022 glads and i loved sharing this year with you. Thanks for everything you have done for us. Will definitely consider the pro staff 97v13. Take care😘😘
Massively huge thanks!! Thanks for all that awesome support!! Happy 2022 to you too!!
LOL . Looks like two old ladies at a resort reviewing rackets. You guys are awesome . The channel is becoming my channel of truth not only because all the humor, but also due to the honest opinions about the gear. Wondering here if you already made a video about sneakers. Congratulations.
Hahahahhaha that's hilarious! Thank you!
Happy, Healthy and Successful New Year!!!
Thank you very much! Same we wish to you!!
Thanks for a funny, entertainment and informative stuff that you´ve providing the whole year to us and all the best for you guys to 2022 🙂looking forward to next reviews ;-)
Thank you so much for the support!! We'll keep it up for the next year!!
You guys are great and very funny!! Happy new year!!
Thank you so much!! We really appreciate this!! Happy New Year to you too!!
This was such a lovely video wrapping up up the First year of you guys and the channel. Want to say loved each one of it and hopefully this goes to the height it deserves to be at. Happy new year guys
Thank you so much! For the feetback and for staying with us through this year! Happy New Year!
Grisha, I think the description (of the Vcore 95) you're looking for is "heavy spin with a flat trajectory". It's kind of how Rublev hits. Entertaining reviews guys!
That's exactly that!! Hahaha thanks for clarifying it for me and everyone else 😂😂😂
Absolutely loved this video and a great summary of an amazing year! 🤩 May 2022 bring you even more success! I look forward to continuing this journey with the glads fam 😍😁
Thank you very much! Happy New Year and special thanks for sticking with us!!
I just got back from a ten day camp, so I watched this vid as soon as i got home. This is a really fun video!! I love this idea, and it is a throwback to all your videos!! I can tell you guys put a lot of work in this video, and I congratulate you guys for it. What a wonderful year for you guys, and I can’t wait for what’s next in Gladiator Tennis’ story!! Also I do find it quite weird when athletes of your level and stature wear formal suits heh 😁 our eyes are used to sport shirts and shorts!
Thank you so so muuch!! A lot more fun content to come this year! We find wearing formal suits quite weird as well trust me 😂😂
Happy 2022, boys! Can't wait to see the new eZone 2022 review so we can have another video in the library where Grisha pretends he doesn't also want to switch to a Yonex.
Thank you very much and Happy 2022 to you too!! Hahahahaha We're also very excited for that racket, let's see if it meets the expectations 😉
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I was hoping to see the Radical pop-up ;)
Wish you all a successful new year, love your funny reviews!
Thank you very much! Wish you all the best in 2022 too!! Radicals are awesome rackets but the list is just too short 😥
I haven't try Pure Aero but I totally agree on all racquets! Head, Wilson and Yonex finally learned how to build the right racquets. I wish this happened 10 years ago...
Hahaha we're glad our opinion meets yours! Very many good rackets out there, for sure!
hahaha you guys are hilarious! very well done! really fun AND informative review! it's not often that I watch a 22 min video in full but this video flew by. love the dynamic. subscribed 😄
Thank you so much for such an awesome feetback! Means a lot to us!! Also huge thanks for subscribing!! Really appreciate it!
Amazing video and Happy New Year! You guys should do a review on the new Head Prestige Pro which used to be the MP.
Thank you very much!! Happy New Year to you too! We are really excited to review it and we definitely will!!
Happy New Year for the good people of Tennis Gladiadors! Congratulations for the excelent jobs done! I wish you all the best!
Thank you very much! Happy New year you you too! Appreciate you r support and feetback!
Great choices guys. I think you can refine them into those that you think will last a few years and even become legend frames. For me the PS97 and Extreme Tour are the two that have the feel that will make them popular for a long time. If only the Extreme Tour came in a decent paint job!
I (Grisha) absolutely agree with you! They can definitely last! Extreme's paintjob is a very sensitive topic 😂😂
Happy new year!! Your best video by far!! So funny 😅. Some suggestions: You should start the list with no5 and go to no1...no1 should be the best.. And second your first videos dont have a score. Perhaps you can add one...Greetings from Greece
Thank you very much! Happy New Year to you too!! These aren't in an order from worst to best tho. That's why we didn't go from 5 to 1. Should've mentioned that tho 😂😂
Then it would be better to name the 5 best raquets in different categories
@@aqewara1 Not the most catchy title 😂😂
Happy 2022 Glads!
You guys are just awesome and I wanted to take this opportunity to say that in my first post of 2022 :-). You all have redefined the way tennis gear needs to be reviewed. Furthermore, whenever I am feeling lazy, I just watch some of your playtests and I am immediately all charged up and ready to smash some balls around the court. Keep up the humour, the energy levels and the excellent editing. Great teamwork there. Also love the way you take time to respond to almost every post in your comments section.
About this video (obviously liked it, as I do with all your videos) - glad to see 2 of my racquets featured in the top section of your lists (ProStaff V13 & Speed Pro).
Have a fabulous 2022!
This is absolutely awesome!!! Best grade you could possibly give to out work! Knowing that we can motivate you on those lazy days is just amazing!! Those are two really good rackets!
Looks like I gravitate towards Areg's choices. I got the Pro Staff v13 for a friend and Speed Pro for myself a year ago. Would love to try out the Yonexes that you guys rate so highly, but I don't play enough tennis to do so. Happy New Year, guys!
Happy New Year!! That's cool! Good choices right there hahaha Definitely recommend you try a Yonex if you ever find one
Happy New Year Gladiators!
I can’t wait to see your a lot of new videos!
Thank you!! Happy New year to you too! Stay tuned 😉
This is a great video and very educational as well as fun! As you may remember I like unpopular tennis racquets so I might pick up another Wilson Burn FST 95 haha will see. Happy New Year guys 🎆✨🍾💕🎉🎾🙏👊
Thank you!! Happy New Year to you too! You definitely do like unpopular rackets hahaha Especially this one 😂😂
@@gladiatorstribe haha I like the added challenge! ❤️🙏
@@nathanmiller6051 That's awesome hahahaha!
I made my decision on purchasing a Yonex EZ98 from watching your videos, and I live this racket.
That's awesome!! We're happy our videos helped!!
I play with a lot of top spin and love what pure aero gives, but the prostaff 97 v13 just offers so much control and stability, I switch in between them based on who I'm playing against. I would go for Blade 98 for something in between on a day I don't feel so sure about
Some real diversity right there. Why not just go with something between the two?
@sjjapp i haven't found anything that give what I want, almost impossible, I mean is there any racquet that enables a lot of top spin which requires the frame to not be too heavy, and while I still want control and stability which usually requires the frame to be on the heavier size and doesn't give much power
@@cks2020693 customisation. That may be the answer for you. Any decision is a compromise but you can control more of what you get through customisation. Specifically, I think a light static weight polarised setup could work well based on what you've said. You'd be surprised how stable even a light racket feels when the swing weight is decent enough and the twistweight hasn't been compromised too much. And polarised setups increase spin potential as well
Perhaps even with a racket that fits between the pure aero and the pro staff... The Pure Aero Vs comes to mind, or if you want a lighter starting weight one of the lighter versions of the Pure Strike (say one around 285g or whatever they have close to that) could work and then simply weight up with weight in bottom of handle and then anywhere between 9/3 and 12 in hoop till you find something that works.
@sjjapp I've done some customization with my Blade 98.
I would like some more weight near the grip end of pure aero but I don't know if there is a way to add weight to the tail end of a racquet?
You can put lead under the grip, also silicone is always an option 😉
You all should review Dunlop, Prince, Volkl, etc...(the less common brands) :o
We should and we will!
great video . have a Happy New year guys :-)
Thank you!! Happy New Year!!
I always think every intro will be cringe, but I'm wrong and it ends up being funny. Good job!
We think that very intro is gonna be cringe and still post it 😂😂😂
Thanks!!!
Great segment. What do you guys think about the new Tecnifibre frames?
I'm in love with v cores.
Areg can relate 🙄😂😂
I have so many things to say about the selection that you made that I am not going to say any ... hahahaha ... I wish you an excellent 2022.
Hahahahaha Thank you and wish you an awesome 2022 as well! Hope that it's good stuff that you have in mind hahaaha
@@gladiatorstribe obviamente!!!!...; )
@@tangox65 🥳😉
When I see 2 Vcore on the list and I'm playing with the 98 haha
Hahahahahahah Its an awesome racket too! Areg really likes that one!
me too i played the 98+ and now the 95. it’s the most OP line in tennis
🐐 🏆 happy New Year
Thanks 😉 Happy New year to you too!!!
Great entertaining review!
Thank you!!!
My top 6 (all 16x19 and newest versions as of February 2023, choose your own weight): Yonex Ezone 98, Yonex VCore 98, Head Speed, Wilson Blade V8, Head Extreme, Babolat Pure Aero 98... For most players at least one of these rackets would be EXCELLENT !
Happy new Year Glads! Would have loved to hear your opinion about the 360+ Extreme Pro. It's only available in Europe so there aren't many useful reviews. Especially not with your skill level.
315 gr unstrung, most controlled and stable racket in the Extreme lineup, same beam like the MP but a tighter 16x19 string pattern. Whuaaaat???
So if you can get your hands on a Pro, maybe you can pump out another dope review.
Thank you!! Happy New Year to you too!! We absolutely will do the pro version of the extreme if we find one (when we find one 😏). Would love to try it out!!
I really like the Extreme Pro - Came from many years with the Pure Aero, before switching to the Gravity Pro. I really loved the feel from the Gravity and the control I got with it, however I missed the spin in my game. And I found a good option in the Extreme Pro. It‘s more comfortable than the Aero, weighs 315g and I love it especially on serves and on my backhand. I‘ve never been a slice guy, however with this racket I was surprised how well my slices got. Definitely not the amount of control that I got with the Gravity but for me the better option for my game.
@@tobireiter I played with the Gravity MP before and love this racket because it's easy to use and swing. But i miss stability and Pop on my serves so i tried the Extreme Pro and love it, but i think it's very string sensitive. On the Gravity MP i use Yonex Poly Tour Pro Yellow and it's a perfect fit. It doesn't work that well in the Extreme or maybe i have to try another tension.
On the Extreme tried YPTP, Hyper G, Hyper G soft, SP X-Perience and Mayami Big Spin. Hyper G works really good but i really wanna use some softer Strings because of my history with elbow issues.
What are you using on your Extreme?
@@MaiTizzle I‘ve only used it with 3 different strings in different gauges anf tentions so far. At the start I‘ve strung one racket with Babolat RPM Blast and the other one with Head Lynx Tour. I didn‘t like RPM Blast, however I‘ve never been a fan of it in other rackets as well. Head Lynx Tour worked great for me in the Gravity but I really did not get satisfied with this string when putting it in my Pure Aero and also when using it in the new Pure Drive. However in the Extreme Pro it worked out well. I then tried Solinco Tour Bite, that I used all the years with my Aero and sticked to that string. It just gives me that extra confidence that I like as it bites the ball even more and also is a little less in weight compared to the Lynx Tour. I tried stringing the Extreme Pro with a Set of Solinco Tour Bite 1.10mm but the string went too fast. It snapped after just 1 match. I now use it in 1.20mm gauge and am really satisfied with it.
@@MaiTizzle However if you have issues with tennis elbow Solinco Tour Bite might be too stiff for you. Maybe you go with the soft version or give Head Lynx Tour a go. I also had some issues with my elbow back when I was playing with the Babolat Aero combined with Solinco Tour Bite which was the main reason for trying other rackets. However now playing with the Extreme Pro and dropping tension a little bit, there are no problems anymore. It might not be as soft as the Gravity, but still not an issue. But the combination of Solinco Tour Bite on a Babolat Pure Aero strung with 27.5kg may not have been a good choice in first place 😅😅
yo glads! how would you compare the head extreme tour and the yonex vcore 98? they both have a 98 sq in headsize and are meant for spin. how do they play differently and which do you guys prefer? i’d say my playstyle is very similar to areg’s. i’m trying to pick between these two racquets, hopefully you guys could help haha
Yooo!! Areg would definitely go for the Vcore. It is more powerful and more spinny. The Extreme is a great racket, similar to the Vcore but more controlled.
Happy new year Glads! Been waiting for this list!! Looking forward to see more great contents from you guys in 2022. Nice to see the Gravity Pro in the list tho I can't wait to try the ezones. Looks like I can add the Pro Staff as well! I see the surface of the Gravity is pretty clean, did you hide the lead tapes in the guards?
Also not sure if anyone mentioned but dammmm Grish with the suit and Areg with the dress shirt looking 🔥🔥🔥. Cheers
Thank you!! Happy New Year to you too!! Yes, the lead is hidden, this way I don't have to keep applying more when it falls off. Talking about our outfit, that's just our casual wear 😏😂😂😂
@@gladiatorstribe 😂 dammm classy casual wear I see I see👔👔. Yeah I am planning to add weight to my gravity MP too but don't want to ruin the look so I want to see how to hide the lead tapes. Looking forward to see your review for the boom since you guys like the yonex isometric so much!
@@hijikatakun000 😂😂 Hiding it under the guard is definitely an option. The problem is that if the racket has been strung before, you're most likely going to have to get new ones once you've taken them off.
Great post!! I have been wondering about these three rackets (Vcore Pro 97, Ezone 98, Vcore 98). I am using the Head Speed Pro (smooth and solid hitting racquet)from Pure Strike 3rd gen (easier for angles and spin) and looking for something in-between, which would you suggest Ezone 98 or Vcore 98? I demoed the new Vcore Pro 100 and it felt solid and awesome, however, it was lacking power on serve.
Thanks a lot! In this case I would go for the Ezone. It's somewhere between the Vcore and Vcore pro in terms of power and the same in terms of control.
@@gladiatorstribe Hey Guys. Very informative video. I am demoing Ezone 98, Vcore 98 and Vcore Pro 100; not at the same time. why is Ezone 98 in between Vcore and Vcore pro? A simpler question: which of the three: Ezone 98, Vcore 98 and Vcore Pro 100 produces less fatigue and arm pain? I am coming from a lite (285 gr) so I want to control the new weight of my racquet until I transition to the Vcore Pro 97.
Would love too see you guys test some plus rackets as well. Yonex has both Ezone and Vcore lines Plus versions. Since lot of pro players play extended versions ( Casper ruud Ezone 100 + )
Would be fun too see your take on it 😄
Would definitely like to test those out! Could be pretty interesting, tho they're way less common and harder to find.
Amazing review
New subscriber here. I found your channel yesterday but feels like I have known you guys personally lol!! amazing content glad u guys don't cover up brands for their names. Anyways would love to find out how you guys customise your racquets!!! I think a lot of people would love to learn that. Areg's overheads are my fav to watch. Grisha's down the line backhand reminds me of karatsevs Loool. Glad i found this channel!!!
That's so awesome to know!! Thank you very much! It's awesome to have a new Glad on the channel. Thanks for comparing my backhand to Karatsev's, definitely appreciate that 😏 We will cover racket customization in the future for sure. Once again thank you very much for your awesome feetback and welcome to the team!!!
Good choices overall, these guys know what they're talking about even if they fool around a bit much XD
Thanks 😂😂😉
Big fan guys - where are you adding weight on the speed MP?
Happy New Year guys... Keep making fun and informative videos... kudos to the team...
Happy New Year to you too! Thank you so much!! We definitely will keep it going!
It is interesting that the head gravity that is a much more foregiving racket, I used it for 1 year and a half and I just could not get used to it. I was always hitting it on the frame, getting really bad control and feel. Switched recently to a pro staff, and literally all those problems are gone. I found out that I dont really know why but I just cant get used to the feeling of head rackets, but really love willson for some reason.
That's cool! It's a subjective thing. Don't think about why. Just stick with what works for you hahahha
Great video!
Thank you!!
Oh man! Having watched this I am thinking twice now about my future purchase..
I was going to get the head gravity MP however I am now wondering if I should at least try the yonex rackets as I’ve never tried them before 🤨
The Gravity MP is a great frame, I switched from speed mp and didn't look back although I would suggest adding weight. Currently using gravity pro and loved it but I still play with the MP once a while when I do bad with the 18x20 pattern 😂
Hahahahahahah if you really liked the MP Gravity and feel like it's the frame for you, there shouldn't be any hesitation. Tho if you're doubting, give the Yonex Vcore 100 a try.
I hope you guys are making a review of Yonex Vcore pro 100 (2021). Thank you so much for racquet reviews.
😊
Will do in the future!!
The best ❤️🔥🌎
Thank you so much!!
Great channel. Always value those who can truly get the charachter out of the racquets and give us feedback. Surprised, but at the same time not surprised on the effect of the Ezone. I'm debating the exact same thing between the 20 Ezone 98, Gravity Tour and add the VCore 98. Curious to know if Grisha will switch and more on why.
Thank you very much! Really appreciate your feetback! I'm actually waiting to get my hands on the new one. When that's out, I'll be making my decisions 🤭
Hi guys I've been watching you racket reviews and really like them and the scoring system you have. Could you also start to do some string reviews as well, I think it's just as an important part of the game as the racket and everyone will really enjoy it, thanks! :)
Thank you so much!! We really appreciate it!! We definitely will do some kind of string reviews in the future. Maybe the same format as with the racket might not work too well though. Because people are interested in strings but not as much as in rackets.
@@gladiatorstribe Thanks for the reponse, yah the format could be tricky hopefully you guys figure it out! Quick question: I'm somewhat new to tennis, so what would you say (if you had to choose) has a bigger impact on your game, the racket choice or then string choice? I come from table tennis where the rubber choice is very important, in my oppinion more so than the blade (frame).
@@yordancho I would say that in tennis, even though the string choice is crucial, the frame plays a bigger role.
What is Alvaro’s ranking? Would he include the pure drive in the top 5? Thanks for the answer and congratulations for your fantastic videos!
Thank you very much!! For sure! Not only would it be in the list, he'd call it his number 1.
Areg I love your jacket in this video where do you get it?
Totally agree with Grisha, Head Speed MP has no control compared to Pure Aero 😜 New Yonex Ezone 98 2022 just had a demo it’s better than the previous version more control and stable just purchased one ☝️
Don't let Areg know you think so 🤭 This sounds very very exciting. Wanting to try it out even more now!!
Hey guys your videos are really enjoyable. Keep up the great job you are doing!
Guys btw what happened to all the other gladiators that were present in the past videos?
Thank you very much! We really appreciate it and we'll keep it up! Not the easiest thing to keep making these videos. Pretty much the main reason why they didn't keep up ☹️
Do you guys mind the lack of flare on the Yonex butt caps?
They could come up with something more creative for sure 😂😂
The little Gladiator cartoon guy is awesome!
Hahahahahaha thank youu!!!
you guys haven't tested the radical pro? only seen a video on the mp.
Haven't done the pro (yet) 😉
Have you try the yonex vcore pro 97 ? Very good rackets my favorite from yonex right now 💪🏼
We have! Check out our review of it!!
Feliz año Campeones,i love my Prostaff v13 315g and 340rf 😃
Feliz Año!! Awesome rackets those two!!
*LIKES BEFORE WATCHING *
Hahahahah Thanks!!!!
Im still curious why pure aero tour is not as popular as the regular 300gram pure aero? Have you guys tested it? How different is it compare to the regular pure aero and which one would you prefer?
Well, the Tour Version is a bit heavier and a little harder to swing and whip. The Aero lineup is appreciated for it's crazy spin and maneuverability. With the tour version that gets compromised a bit to win on stability and control. Which isn't something most people want. Also aero's lighter weight is more suitable for junior players. These are my guesses on this topic. What racket I would go for? Well, the tour would fit my gamestyle better I'd say.
@@gladiatorstribe thanks for the reply. Im used to rf97 and the ps97 315gram feels ok to me. But then i fell in love with pure aero rafa edition (bcos of the color ofcourse), bought it and yet i also feel okay too using that racket. Somewhat i feel "friendlier" than the prostaff, more spin def, but less control. Only until then i realised there is a tour version of the pure aero (eventho they dont have the rafa edition yet) but it got me curious..just like you said, heavier means more stable, control..and i believe the spin is still there, right? What not to like about it?! Because there is no demo facilities where i live and i havent met anyone using a tour version. Was thinking maybe the tour will fit me better because im used to a bit heavier racket. What do you think? Should i get the tour or just stick with what i have at the moment?
@@fredykosasih9192 Seems like you're a pretty versatile guy, that's good 😂😂 Honestly to find out whether the tour would fit you or not you can pretty much just spec up your normal Aero to the Tour spec. Though at that point if you like it you're pretty much set and there's no need to get a new racket. The spin is obviously still there, way more than with the PSv13 let alone the RF version.
Sounds like Grisha would like the Head Instinct 100" also with some minor costimization
When you say there's no competition to the Aero, what about the Vcore 100? It's supposed to be Yonex's power+spin option to rival the Aero and you really like it...
It's definitely the competition in terms of power. Not so much in terms of spin however.
funny thing: by the reviews I would say that the radical mp would be at least on Grisha's list 🤔
If this was a top 6 it most likely would 😂😂😂
happy 2022 glads! just a question about the vcore 95... do you think using a string with a thin gauge such as poly tour pro 18 gauge would help with the forgiveness, power, and spin?
Happy 2022 to you too!! Thinner string always helps with spin and power. However it's still a 95 so don't expect any crazy power or spin regardless.
Waiting for the Ezone 98 2022, since it is among your top racquets! 🙂
Excited to review it!!
For anyone from Head HQ watching, sign these guys up! They already play with your brand and would be great ambassadors for the average club player like me they are very relatable and likeable.
Boys you can give me a cut of your first contract..
They should, shouldn't they 😂😂 Thanks for the promotion!! 😂😂
Happy new year gentlemen.
Grisha, which one would be in your bag, if you are given just 2 rackets (vcore 95 and ezone 98)? I somehow have a feeling that you are gonna say, easy 98.
Happy New Year to you too!!! Definitely not an easy choice!! I would say the Ezone but definitely not easily hahaha. Really like the Vcore 😬
@@gladiatorstribe Thank you. Yes, it is hard since my go-to racket at this point is vcore 95. After watching you hitting those killer, crazy forehand winners, I really want to try out the ezone 98 . Please let us know if you ever decided to switch to the ezone 98.
@@guest16163 Give it a try for sure! I will absolutely let you know if I do! Might make a whole separate video about it hahaha
Wondefull video well done!!
I have a question for grisha ,
Why you use the past version of the gravity and not the currently version?
Thank you so muuch!! Really appreciate it! I use the old version cuz they're very similar and there's no point for me to spend so much to update 😊
Hey guys, amazing thoughts to be shared with us! I know it is a tricky question but I was wondering if you can answer to me. I am an amateur tennis player, started off with babolat pure drive, but as a big fan of RF and his amazing job helping to customize this v13 of ProStaff, I decided to go for a Pro Staff 97 (315g). I absolutely loved it!
However, I am a very challeging person (most with myself), and I really would like to update for a RF97. The only holdback to me right now is that at the same time I see a lot of players doing awesome feedbacks for this RF97, I also see a lot of people saying "oh... i have no elbow and shoulder anymore, after I started using this heavier version..."
Anyway, I already saw your video reviewing the RF, but I was wondering to have an idea from you guys about this "elbow&shoulder terror racquet" haha is that really true?
Thanks in advance.
The RF97 is a very demanding racket. Not only is it really heavy but also the small head size doesn't help with forgiveness. If you're not an experienced player and you've never played with a racket close to that weight, I wouldn't recommend it.
@@gladiatorstribe thanks a lot for the feedback. I’ll give a try before buying.
waiting for 2022 version🔥🔥
Many thanks for the review and amazing video as usual!
I'm interested in the 360+ Gravity Pro, but I'm a beginner, but because of the good reviews (especially yours haha) and because it's says to be arm-friendly. I'm 34, my condition/strength are fine, and I'd like a racket I can keep using once I improve (rather than getting a beginner's racket and needing a new one later on), even if it's more expensive and if I struggle a bit more at the beginning.
Do you think this one would be suitable for me? Or is the Gravity Pro not for beginners at all?
I'm also a beginner and one thing that I notice is that the sweet spot weight for us is around 295-300gr, that goes to Gravity MP territory. I'm liking my ezone 100 300gr.
@@ivanjo6478 I think you're right, thanks! My instructor had also advised me in principle to look for a 305g racquet. In the end I got the Gravity Pro (he said it was fine too) and at 315g I do feel it's heavier than other racquets, but so far I don't think it's too heavy (could also be because it's quite head light).
@@gustavogiacominpinho3987 True, usually heavier racquet tends to be head light and vice versa.
PS97 felt so dead and looks like a 90sq inch. Had one and sold it
Interesting, felt quite lively for the spec to us 🤭
interesting list of both of you. funny how the ps appears on both. for me is too punishing not to hit the sweetspot.
It's not the most forgiving you're right. Tho if you manage to hit the sweetspot, it's a beauty!
I just purchased a yonex vcore pro 100 what are your guys thoughts on this frame
We haven't tried it yet, tho it seems pretty promising on paper!
@@gladiatorstribe alright thanks! I bought it at my local club the 2019 model for very cheap and it is a beautiful frame
@@dylanpate968 Awesome when you manage to get a good frame for a good price!
@@gladiatorstribe at my local club it was a college demo brand new with brand new strings! I think it has poly tour pro and synthetic gut in it
@@dylanpate968 That's cool! If the tension is fine and you like the strings, that's a good bonus.
You got a new subscriber!
I'm new to tennis and I got a yonex ezone 100 blue 2018 (5th gen) and I like it (as a beginner).
Just wondering, if you both of you guys choose Wilson ProStaff v13 as the #1, why not use it as your daily racket?
Thank you very much! Great racket! Well, this list wasn't in any particular order. It was first on the list but not as in top 1. I hope I'm explaining myself well enough 😂
@@gladiatorstribe What racquets each of you use as your own reliable ultimate weapon?
@@gladiatorstribe Can't wait to see the best racket of 2022...
thoughts on the pure strike? I use the 2nd generation and am thinking of switching to the blade
Have you seen our review of the 16x19 Strike 😉?
man i'm really torn, been playing with the pure drive for like 2 years now, i returned to tennis, i played as a junior...and today i tried the pro staff, standard not the rf... and within my first 5 minutes of playing with it, i fell in love with it... i'm just a bit scared i'll hurt my arm with it x) i have decent technique, since i was coached as a junior...still can't decide if i wanna switch or not.... i loved it tho, it's like a sniper rifle.... didn't have much issues from the baseline either, even with the "lack of power".... thoughts guys? have a good one!
If you loved the pro staff and you have a decent technique just go for it!! There's more chance of getting injured with the Pure Drive than with the Pro Staff because of the stiffness.
@@gladiatorstribe thanks a lot for that, keep going strong guys!
@@blwm9206 No problem!! Will do, thank you!!
Wilson Pro Staff 97 V13
Yonex Vcore 98
Yonex Vcore Pro 97D
Wilson Blade V8 18x20
Babolat Pure Drive
Great picks!
Guys 2 questions. How tall are you guys? You really love heavy specs huh?
Also do you prefer the blade v8 compared to the v7?
I (Grisha) prefer heavier rackets, Areg plays with relatively normal weight. Usually around 310-315. I'm 190cm and Areg is 175cm. The two blades are very similar. We both preferred the v8, though the difference is close to unnoticeable.
@@gladiatorstribe thank you so much
@@ivanpalaca6230 no problem!
When he flipped the racket over the fence my heart stopped beating
What is the real SW of yonex vcore 100 2021?
For some reason ps v13 made my backhand unstable, ended up with Blade. Rf is a clown racquet bc most people who use them should be using Babolat Pure Drive.
That's a pretty logical decision. Talking about the PSRF well, I guess that's just the Roger effect that we can't really do much about 😂😂
What was the vcore 100 strung with?
Is the pro staff V13 good for two-handed backhand or is it only one-handed backhand ?
There's not really such a thing as a racket for one hander or for two hander. There are some general preferences in adjustable specs specifically that one handers have tended to like (like more head like balance, higher weight for increased stability and so on), but even that isn't solid and there are examples that go against it.
In short yes the pro staff is fine for double handers. It's really what you personally think of the racket.
@@sjjapp just fine? Im guessing they made the racket to play like single handed Federer style
@@ssportslivetvstreaming that's not how it works. There's nothing in the layup or head shape or handle shape or beam thickness or string pattern and so on that says only one type of backhand can use it.
So don't worry. I'm not saying your double hander will like the pro staff. What I am saying is that if you don't like it on your double hander it has nothing to do with Federer and his one hander using a pro staff.
That's not to say there haven't been some preferences/patterns on average for single and double handers, but these are usually more about adjustable specs these days. Even then, there are so many examples that go against the patterns that basically all that matters is what works for the individual, one hander or not.
It's great for both one handed and two handed. I (Grisha) play two handed and it works amazing for me!
Holy shit..the pro staff was my n1 target to buy..glad it's n1 for you both
Hahahaha It's not in order of best to worst! There's no specific order in which we put them. It is an awesome racket tho!!
@@gladiatorstribe lol disappointing
@@Bambotb hahahahah nono It's definitely one of the best for us! It's just to hard to pick the best racket in everything!
are you guys going to review the yonex ezone 98 2022?
Absolutely!!
What do you think of Tecnifibre racquets?
They're great!
I almost agree with Areg' choice but for Head extreme. I also add ezone 100..
Makes sense!
I believe that the Aero Vs deserves to be also in the list, why not?
There are rackets that in our opinion do certain things better than the Aero VS. Doesn't mean it's a bad racket tho
loved it, and was thinking for a week to ask this: if pro staff 97 is on the top of the list why dont you switch to that one? or consider at least :)
Huge thanks!! It's not on the top but rather first in the list. This wasn't a list in any specific order. Basically just 5 rackets that we love.
@@gladiatorstribe ahaaa now it makes much more sense!! should hv asked sooner lol
@@hrabmv hahahahaha I guess we should've mentioned that in the video. Our bad 😬
Are you guys in Bruguera Academy? Santa Coloma?
Nope, we're not 😊
Wow..you guys are damn funny..What a start😄😄👍
Hahahaha thank you very much!