My next racquet. I have waited 2 years plus for this one. I have 4 other Prestiges, but this one should be 9/10 out of the box. I know the Boom Pro and the new Gravity 98 are kinda in the same spec ranges, the Prestige just does it differently. All you really need is H22/Pro Staffs or PT57a/Prestiges - the rest is marketing :)
I play with Gravity Pro 2023... the only 'problem' is the OHBH, that is a little bit slow, but i can handle it... i am anxious about the Gravity 98, but i am curious about this prestige too... how this prestige compare to the gravity pro?
I have one Pro and two Tours and they share the most important qualities: stability, plowthrough, and control. They play slightly differently, but not in a matter of better or worse, it's just a matter of personal preference. The 98 is a hair more forgiving but the 95 feels a bit nicer to hold by the throat (with the left hand) if you play a one handed backhand. I'd say you can't go wrong with either one, it's really just personal preference. I feel myself using the Tour a bit more than the Pro, but for you it could easily be the other way round. OR do as I did: get 'em both!
Do you guys consider this model easier to use than the 2023 Prestige Tour? I currently have my Tour strung with Natural Gut and Hawk Power and would likely do the same with the Pro.
Sorry for a delayed reply. I would say this one is softer, and maneuvers quite well. The Prestige Pro is a bit more firm feeling and packs a little more pop. So hard to say for certain as to which is easier, but definitely a bit different feel. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse Yeah that checks out, thank you. I'm currently maining my Blade 98 V9 18x20 but I keep being tempted by my Prestige Tour. I don't think it's an unforgiving 95 by any means but I'm trying to chase that feeling I get from the tour in an easier to play package lol. Might be impossible. Thank you for the response!
I have the 18x20 version of the Prestige Pro. I really like it but sometimes the launch feels a little low and i struggle with getting a lot of spin on my kick serve. Do you feel the 16x19 version is noticeably different enough to try it out?
I play with and love my 2021 Prestige Tour, so this racquet has caught my eye for a little while now. However, I just wonder - as great as the Prestige line is in the hand, is the concept of what they are intended for too far removed from what the modern game is now, especially for club / tournament amateurs? Are the general public better off with a power or a spin focused racquet?
Lol I've been playing with the Head Prestige Tour 2023 and am wondering the exact same thing. I was also wondering if this would be easier to use than the tour considering the 95 sq inch head size even though imo it feels like a 98. I'd use a natural gut poly hybrid so I'm not too worried about lack of power from the 20mm beam.
The short answer is yes, the majority of the general public are typically better off playing with frames with a higher power-to-weight ratio, more modern hoop shape (more swiping room between 10 & 2), larger sweet spot and more forgiving string bed in general. That said, it all comes down to individual taste, and there's still a portion of the tennis playing population out there that prioritizes qualities such as feel and finesse, and/or game styles like all-court, even serve-and-volley and/or doubles. For such players, thin-beam control frames like Prestiges, Prince Phantoms, etc. are still relevant, often preferable. Do they have a place in the modern game for truly competitive singles at this point? Not really (well, not unless you're physically very strong and have exceptional technique). But are they obsolete entirely? Not quite yet.
@@outcometechnology Yeah I'm a flat hitting aggressive all-court player and I think that's why the 95 sq inch head size of the Head Tour 2023 doesn't bother me. The smaller head size goes mostly unnoticed aside from it being extremely maneuverable with a more satisfying pop when you hit the ball cleanly.
How does this compare to the MP Prestige Auxetic 2.0 and the Head Pro tour 2.0? I love the stability of the Pro Tour 2.0 but with its 95 head, tight 18x20 string pattern and swing weight I generally find it too demanding. I want something similar too the Pro Tour 2.0 but just a bit more user friendly, easier to swing and easier access to spin with out losing too much of that stability I love with the Pro Tour 2.0. Would this Prestige Pro 16x19 be a good option? Or would the Prestige MP be the better option? Or maybe Blade Pro 16x19? Thanks for your help.
I find this one to be closer to the Pro Tour 2.0 but a bit more forgiving, with the headsize being slightly larger, much easier access to spin and higher launch angle, and also feels a bit more maneuverable. The Prestige MP (Aux 2.0) is even more forgiving and easier power than the other two, however it does have a bit thicker beam, so maybe a bit less feel in my opinion, but it does help with that extra power and forgiveness. Troy, TW
I'm not sure if I'm remembering correctly but i thought i read from somewhere or heard in a video of your guys' that head went back to measuring the head size like they used to before counting the outside of the frame on the head? Is this true?
Not for certain on that, but basically this is a 98 according to the rest of the industry standard, or I guess we say a true 98 haha. But back like before the Graphene technologies, maybe like before 2014 or so, Head would have racquets like the Prestige MP or Radical MP listed as 98 when they were actually closer to a 95 according to industry standard measurements. I hope that makes sense. Troy, TW
The Gravity Pro is a bit more forgiving from the baseline, with a round shaped 100 square inch headsize. The Gravity Pro is about 10 grams lighter but swings somewhat hefty, feels a bit less headlight or a bit more mass in the hoop. This Prestige Pro 16x19 feels a bit more precise, and bit more headlight and even though it's heavier it feels more whippy or headlight. I would say a slight bit better from all areas of the court, whereas the Gravity Pro swings a bit heftier, and is maybe a bit better or more forgiving from the baseline. Troy, TW
Both are very control oriented, precise racquets, with open string patterns for easy bite and spin. I actually started playing again with the Ultra Pro 16x19 during the playtest for this Prestige Pro 16x19 sort of for comparison. In stock form the Ultra Pro 16x19 is noticeably lighter and more maneuverable, I also feel like it has a bit more pop or energy return. This Prestige Pro has more of that classic plow through, and a slightly softer feel; although the Ultra Pro is very plush as well, but feels a bit more dampened maybe due to a foam filling... Troy, TW
I was wondering that too but imagine the ultra pro is more of a light racket that lets you customize it whereas the Prestige Pro is 15g heavier unstrung and can be used more in stock form.
It's close, but in stock form I'd likely go with the Pro 16x19. However, I've since started tinkering with the MP and I'm getting it dialed in. I added a leather grip to get the balance more to my liking and now adding a little weight to the hoop and also in the handle (only because the swingweight of the sample I'm using is lower than average at 320 string). I'll add some weight at 3 & 9 to get the swingweight to 325 and then counter with the same amount at the handle to retain the 6pts HL balance I currently have. Cheers, Chris, TW.
This one feels a bit more solid and packs more plow through in stock form. It also has a more plush feel on contact, very comfortable. The CX 200 Tour is more maneuverable, and a bit more forgiving from the baseline, with the rounded head shape. It plays slightly firmer, and would need a bit of customization with the weight, in order to match the plow through of the Prestige Pro 16x19. Troy, TW
Head REFUSED to ship the 16x19 outside of EU when it came out, so annoying. We had to wait until now for the launch of a string pattern? Why did they refuse to let US get this racket?
It plays very well, you should give it a demo. Head made the Pro Tour 2.0 a few years back (a remake of the old Pro Tour 280) and it was close to mid 60's and a lot of people complained about it being too stiff. Haha can't please them all, but there is also a lot going with the layup of a racquet beyond just RA stiffness taken from the yoke of the racquet. Troy, TW
im using the prestige graphene 360+ mp 18x20 (red one) and im delighted... i will get one of this when i can to test.
@@matisms - I have one too. Amazing frame.
My next racquet. I have waited 2 years plus for this one. I have 4 other Prestiges, but this one should be 9/10 out of the box. I know the Boom Pro and the new Gravity 98 are kinda in the same spec ranges, the Prestige just does it differently. All you really need is H22/Pro Staffs or PT57a/Prestiges - the rest is marketing :)
thats so true
I play with Gravity Pro 2023... the only 'problem' is the OHBH, that is a little bit slow, but i can handle it... i am anxious about the Gravity 98, but i am curious about this prestige too... how this prestige compare to the gravity pro?
How do you feel about the racquet
Wow very cool, adding to the list to demo; RF 01, this and Percept.
Think you will like this one!
Michelle, TW
How does it compare to the Prestige Tour?
I have one Pro and two Tours and they share the most important qualities: stability, plowthrough, and control. They play slightly differently, but not in a matter of better or worse, it's just a matter of personal preference. The 98 is a hair more forgiving but the 95 feels a bit nicer to hold by the throat (with the left hand) if you play a one handed backhand. I'd say you can't go wrong with either one, it's really just personal preference. I feel myself using the Tour a bit more than the Pro, but for you it could easily be the other way round. OR do as I did: get 'em both!
Do you guys consider this model easier to use than the 2023 Prestige Tour? I currently have my Tour strung with Natural Gut and Hawk Power and would likely do the same with the Pro.
Sorry for a delayed reply. I would say this one is softer, and maneuvers quite well. The Prestige Pro is a bit more firm feeling and packs a little more pop. So hard to say for certain as to which is easier, but definitely a bit different feel. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse Yeah that checks out, thank you. I'm currently maining my Blade 98 V9 18x20 but I keep being tempted by my Prestige Tour. I don't think it's an unforgiving 95 by any means but I'm trying to chase that feeling I get from the tour in an easier to play package lol. Might be impossible. Thank you for the response!
@@circuitmouthwhy wouldnt this pro 98 inch do ?
finally!,,,, gonna save up for this
I have the 18x20 version of the Prestige Pro. I really like it but sometimes the launch feels a little low and i struggle with getting a lot of spin on my kick serve. Do you feel the 16x19 version is noticeably different enough to try it out?
Yes, we find this 16x19 version to make a significant difference in spin and launch angle. Troy, TW
2014 prestige rev pro in 98 sq. 😳
hope it plays similar to what I remember
I play with and love my 2021 Prestige Tour, so this racquet has caught my eye for a little while now. However, I just wonder - as great as the Prestige line is in the hand, is the concept of what they are intended for too far removed from what the modern game is now, especially for club / tournament amateurs?
Are the general public better off with a power or a spin focused racquet?
Lol I've been playing with the Head Prestige Tour 2023 and am wondering the exact same thing. I was also wondering if this would be easier to use than the tour considering the 95 sq inch head size even though imo it feels like a 98. I'd use a natural gut poly hybrid so I'm not too worried about lack of power from the 20mm beam.
The short answer is yes, the majority of the general public are typically better off playing with frames with a higher power-to-weight ratio, more modern hoop shape (more swiping room between 10 & 2), larger sweet spot and more forgiving string bed in general. That said, it all comes down to individual taste, and there's still a portion of the tennis playing population out there that prioritizes qualities such as feel and finesse, and/or game styles like all-court, even serve-and-volley and/or doubles. For such players, thin-beam control frames like Prestiges, Prince Phantoms, etc. are still relevant, often preferable. Do they have a place in the modern game for truly competitive singles at this point? Not really (well, not unless you're physically very strong and have exceptional technique). But are they obsolete entirely? Not quite yet.
@@outcometechnology Yeah I'm a flat hitting aggressive all-court player and I think that's why the 95 sq inch head size of the Head Tour 2023 doesn't bother me. The smaller head size goes mostly unnoticed aside from it being extremely maneuverable with a more satisfying pop when you hit the ball cleanly.
If you are using poly then defo modern power, for Multi, syngut or hybrid control frames still very viable imo
Are these new prestige racquets have the newer grip shape? Like with the head speed, extreme or still the classic rectangular ones?
These are the more modern grip shape like Head Speed and Extreme (I believe they are labeled as TK82S pallets). Troy, TW
How does this compare to the MP Prestige Auxetic 2.0 and the Head Pro tour 2.0? I love the stability of the Pro Tour 2.0 but with its 95 head, tight 18x20 string pattern and swing weight I generally find it too demanding. I want something similar too the Pro Tour 2.0 but just a bit more user friendly, easier to swing and easier access to spin with out losing too much of that stability I love with the Pro Tour 2.0. Would this Prestige Pro 16x19 be a good option? Or would the Prestige MP be the better option? Or maybe Blade Pro 16x19? Thanks for your help.
I find this one to be closer to the Pro Tour 2.0 but a bit more forgiving, with the headsize being slightly larger, much easier access to spin and higher launch angle, and also feels a bit more maneuverable. The Prestige MP (Aux 2.0) is even more forgiving and easier power than the other two, however it does have a bit thicker beam, so maybe a bit less feel in my opinion, but it does help with that extra power and forgiveness. Troy, TW
I'm not sure if I'm remembering correctly but i thought i read from somewhere or heard in a video of your guys' that head went back to measuring the head size like they used to before counting the outside of the frame on the head? Is this true?
Not for certain on that, but basically this is a 98 according to the rest of the industry standard, or I guess we say a true 98 haha. But back like before the Graphene technologies, maybe like before 2014 or so, Head would have racquets like the Prestige MP or Radical MP listed as 98 when they were actually closer to a 95 according to industry standard measurements. I hope that makes sense. Troy, TW
How would you compare this to the Gravity Pro?
The Gravity Pro is a bit more forgiving from the baseline, with a round shaped 100 square inch headsize. The Gravity Pro is about 10 grams lighter but swings somewhat hefty, feels a bit less headlight or a bit more mass in the hoop. This Prestige Pro 16x19 feels a bit more precise, and bit more headlight and even though it's heavier it feels more whippy or headlight. I would say a slight bit better from all areas of the court, whereas the Gravity Pro swings a bit heftier, and is maybe a bit better or more forgiving from the baseline. Troy, TW
How would you compare this to the Wilson Pro Labs Ultra Pro 16x19? Thanks.
Both are very control oriented, precise racquets, with open string patterns for easy bite and spin. I actually started playing again with the Ultra Pro 16x19 during the playtest for this Prestige Pro 16x19 sort of for comparison. In stock form the Ultra Pro 16x19 is noticeably lighter and more maneuverable, I also feel like it has a bit more pop or energy return. This Prestige Pro has more of that classic plow through, and a slightly softer feel; although the Ultra Pro is very plush as well, but feels a bit more dampened maybe due to a foam filling... Troy, TW
I was wondering that too but imagine the ultra pro is more of a light racket that lets you customize it whereas the Prestige Pro is 15g heavier unstrung and can be used more in stock form.
Chris, do you prefer prestige mp or pro 16x19 ? :)
It's close, but in stock form I'd likely go with the Pro 16x19. However, I've since started tinkering with the MP and I'm getting it dialed in. I added a leather grip to get the balance more to my liking and now adding a little weight to the hoop and also in the handle (only because the swingweight of the sample I'm using is lower than average at 320 string). I'll add some weight at 3 & 9 to get the swingweight to 325 and then counter with the same amount at the handle to retain the 6pts HL balance I currently have. Cheers, Chris, TW.
@@tenniswarehouse thanks! MP is a great frame for sure
this vs cx200 tour...whats the deal
This one feels a bit more solid and packs more plow through in stock form. It also has a more plush feel on contact, very comfortable. The CX 200 Tour is more maneuverable, and a bit more forgiving from the baseline, with the rounded head shape. It plays slightly firmer, and would need a bit of customization with the weight, in order to match the plow through of the Prestige Pro 16x19. Troy, TW
Is there gonna be a new Prestige in 2025?
Review for a 2023 racquet?
wasnt available in america.
@@matisms got it
A bit confusing that this racquet is a 2023 model year?
Not really. It was EU exclusive until now, that's all.
@@circuitmouth ah I see, thanks for the clarification
@@matteo4413 NP
nothing compare with prestige pro : best control best spin best power best feel best comfort.
Head REFUSED to ship the 16x19 outside of EU when it came out, so annoying. We had to wait until now for the launch of a string pattern? Why did they refuse to let US get this racket?
why is head making the stiffness so low? i miss the flexpoint and youtek versions that were in the low-mid 60s for arguably more pop
It plays very well, you should give it a demo. Head made the Pro Tour 2.0 a few years back (a remake of the old Pro Tour 280) and it was close to mid 60's and a lot of people complained about it being too stiff. Haha can't please them all, but there is also a lot going with the layup of a racquet beyond just RA stiffness taken from the yoke of the racquet. Troy, TW
@@tenniswarehouse good point. I own a pair of the 2.0s and they're very comfortable on my arm.
there is only one prestige: Prestige classic 600 :) , just jocking
Is this not Murray's actual racquet?
Murray's racquet was the PT57a in the 16x19 string pattern, this is different.