I moved from the blade v8 to this racquet. A very different kind of precision and control. I'd say this is my favourite racquet of all time. It brought back many memories from when I started playing tennis. I'd recommend you string the racquet with the Luxilon 4G dessert bronze as they are a match made in heaven.
Try a really thin gauge string in this frame. A 1.10 or 1.15. Solinco have string this thin, e.g. Hyper G. It drops the swing weight (can add lead to compensate if you want), gives you more spin, ball pocketing, power and comfort. Only downside is you go through strings quicker. It made my V13 versions of this racquet much more playable and forgiving.
@@seanplaystenis nothing to lose! give it a shot I've played with it for 2 years now after switching from RF and had my best results. good racket head speed and still classic beam and good control which sounds like you're looking for it :)
@@seanplaystenis Classic frame but so many "modern" players use it for a good reason, like Kolshrieber, Opelka, Evans Bautista August, Del Potro, Rublev and Medvedev before switching to a juicier contract with another brand... Yeah the 97 v13 is way too stiff for my personnal taste, i was comming from a 20 years old 6.1 95 Ncode wich feels much more buttery and crisp at same time :D. I've finally switched to the new pro labs version wich are good. I slightly prefer the v13 compare to the v14, gel vs foam inside the frame. Good luck on your professional carrier ;)
Just started following your page Sean. Great stuff. Have this racket. Love it. Something incredibly unique about this frame. Felt it immediately. Similar sensation (different feel) when I tried my second favorite racket, the tfight 305. Saw your RF01 Pro review. Have you tried the 300g 01 version. Curious as though I really love this 95 six one, have a nagging feeling I could do with a little bit more help from a racket. Cheers, Don.
Maybe try the Tecnifibre T-Fight iso 305 or Babolat Pure Strike 18x20? Another reviewer suggested a Yonex Percept 97D which makes a lot of sense to me too.
I played with that v14 but my returns went down a lot thats why i stayed with pro staff v13. I also ordered the six one 100 v13 has any body tried it I thing Monteiro switching back and forth in the last tournament
Thanks Sean - very informative video. What was your string setup? Also, you might want to try the new RF 01 Pro - great precision and spin, but may require some weight in the hoop.
Is going for custom pro stock out of the realm at this point financially? Speaking of, I saw Tsitsipas's rackets at my stringers just hanging up there ready for pick up. Felt super nice in the hand. I wonder how different the layup is from the retail version.
I honestly prefer this, I felt it harder to control the ball with the rf01. Bit too powerful for me, I actually really like the normal 97 pro staff too. Great frame
I’ve heard diadem are good, never played with one…only used the tennis balls and they were surprisingly very good 🙏 thank you for the suggestion I’ll see if I can test one out
I have actually, really enjoyed that frame, I didn’t know they did a racket like that until Wimbledon this year when a coach had one. I did really like it. Have you used it?
@@seanplaystenis Thats interesting to hear. I actually would think the 6.1.100 would give your game more spin and power and as you like Pro Staff line could work for you. The other racquet you may like is Pro Staff X which is just Pro Staff 97 v14 characteristics and mould put into a 100 sq inch frame. I have not yet demoed the 6.1.100 yet. I am probably going to get 1 and do a review video of it alongside Pro Staff X
I tested it a few times, first time with natural gut and alu power at 52 lbs, then tried my lynx tour at the same tension. I normally go 57 lbs in frames that I’m trying as that’s my normal tension…but as this was a 18x20 I dropped the tension a little bit
A lot of players actually use this racket, they use a variation between this 18x20 and 16x18 frames. I agree it’s definitely an old school frame but worth giving a go
no need to bring your negative attitude here. man’s having fun playtesting and uploaded a video for others to know his opinion about it. if you’re not interested, then don’t watch.
A lot of people don't know proper tennis but claim that they are advanced tennis players. In fact they are forever beginners (yet to learn tennis properly). Beginners use stiff and light, large sweet spot tweeners (for easy power and easy spin. They don't have to play with proper tennis strokes, don't have to play with proper tennis form, don't know tennis footwork, don't have to move their feet. That's why they play as if they are using flyswatters and in the form akin to playing badminton, squash, ...) Truly advanced/professional players use control racquets with more normal (ie. higher) static weight & swingweight and play proper tennis. A lot of of professional players on the ATP Tour actually use a variant or the pro stock versions of Wilson 6.1 95 (or Head 95 equivalent) with the latest popular paintjobs of Wilson / Head.
I moved from the blade v8 to this racquet. A very different kind of precision and control.
I'd say this is my favourite racquet of all time. It brought back many memories from when I started playing tennis.
I'd recommend you string the racquet with the Luxilon 4G dessert bronze as they are a match made in heaven.
Like jiri lehecka he switched too
Try a really thin gauge string in this frame. A 1.10 or 1.15. Solinco have string this thin, e.g. Hyper G. It drops the swing weight (can add lead to compensate if you want), gives you more spin, ball pocketing, power and comfort. Only downside is you go through strings quicker. It made my V13 versions of this racquet much more playable and forgiving.
Great review, I still play with my Wilson Clash Tour racquets but I'll have to give these a try.
Be carefull cause this one is opposite of a clash, much more difficult and demanding to play, you have to drop at least 2 or 3 kg on the string
@@HonkyMonky Thanks for that, much appreciated
That cosmetic 👌
Great review mate!
Thank you mate 🙏
If you more pop - use Ashaway Monoguy ZX Pro (black) in the crosses. You can drop a bomb 💣 anytime you need too!
I wish they made a 16x19 version
I have a rare 16x18 version that I’m demoing next week 👍 looking forward to sharing that video with you 💪
@@seanplaystenis I just found a 16x18 95 in my parents house and it plays amazing
@@soyerplumpton classy comment! Like saying it was hidden under all the Faberge eggs!
try the Volkl C10 Pro with a leather grip mate -- I also came from the RF and little easier to use and very close spec wise and in hand feel.
Never thought to try volkl, don’t think I’ve ever hit with one. But very interesting suggestion. I’ve heard their rackets are very well made
@@seanplaystenis nothing to lose! give it a shot I've played with it for 2 years now after switching from RF and had my best results. good racket head speed and still classic beam and good control which sounds like you're looking for it :)
Also a big fan of Volkl C10 pro with leather grip. Solid, thin beam and excellent plow through.
Are you deliberately going for Dimitrov’s serve trekkers?
My racket since i'm 15 years old and i'm 35 now, just the best of the best!!! I've tried the 97v13 but the feel was bad and my wrist got injured...
It’s a classic frame, there’s a reason so many top players still use it 💪 sorry to hear about the injury, the 97 in my opinion is a little bit stiffer
@@seanplaystenis Classic frame but so many "modern" players use it for a good reason, like Kolshrieber, Opelka, Evans Bautista August, Del Potro, Rublev and Medvedev before switching to a juicier contract with another brand...
Yeah the 97 v13 is way too stiff for my personnal taste, i was comming from a 20 years old 6.1 95 Ncode wich feels much more buttery and crisp at same time :D. I've finally switched to the new pro labs version wich are good. I slightly prefer the v13 compare to the v14, gel vs foam inside the frame.
Good luck on your professional carrier ;)
@@HonkyMonky As another six one 95 ncode user...yeah those things are just so perfect feeling.
Just started following your page Sean. Great stuff. Have this racket. Love it. Something incredibly unique about this frame. Felt it immediately. Similar sensation (different feel) when I tried my second favorite racket, the tfight 305. Saw your RF01 Pro review. Have you tried the 300g 01 version. Curious as though I really love this 95 six one, have a nagging feeling I could do with a little bit more help from a racket. Cheers, Don.
How would you compare this to the RF01 pro, which do you prefer?
Good luck on the tour
Thank you 🙏
Maybe try the Tecnifibre T-Fight iso 305 or Babolat Pure Strike 18x20? Another reviewer suggested a Yonex Percept 97D which makes a lot of sense to me too.
the best racket series ever. If you like this one then go down the rabbit hole of all the previous 6.1 95s, they are all a bit different...
Amazing frames I agree. I have the previous black edition v13 , I also have the 6.0 16x18 also a beautiful racket
I played with that v14 but my returns went down a lot thats why i stayed with pro staff v13. I also ordered the six one 100 v13 has any body tried it
I thing Monteiro switching back and forth in the last tournament
Thanks Sean - very informative video. What was your string setup? Also, you might want to try the new RF 01 Pro - great precision and spin, but may require some weight in the hoop.
Is going for custom pro stock out of the realm at this point financially? Speaking of, I saw Tsitsipas's rackets at my stringers just hanging up there ready for pick up. Felt super nice in the hand. I wonder how different the layup is from the retail version.
This is Lehecka stick, you prefer this or the rf pro?🎉
I honestly prefer this, I felt it harder to control the ball with the rf01. Bit too powerful for me, I actually really like the normal 97 pro staff too. Great frame
@@seanplaystenis Be interesting to see what racket you end up with, you seem a Wilson guy.. but maybe the Yonex 97D or H would suit you 👊🏼
@@TomSmith-il6pz Yonex Percept 97D seems about right. Giron switched to it
I was using a blade and then went to the gravity and modded it upto my spec then I tried the diadem elevate. Maybe give that a try
I’ve heard diadem are good, never played with one…only used the tennis balls and they were surprisingly very good 🙏 thank you for the suggestion I’ll see if I can test one out
Why not switch to it
Have you tried the Blade Pro 98 (18x20) v9? I think it'd offer you the same control as the 6.1 but with a little more power
It’s a great shout, I’m thinking to go to the 16x19 blade pro but will try the 18x20 also
I found similar feel in this 6.1 95 to blade v9 18x20, but my game was much better with 6.1, it felt more maneuvrable probably
How many lbs？
Try a blade, customized up to your spec
I have one at home…would have to be a 16x19 for me I think. But definitely a good shout, or maybe the blade pro, I really like that frame
try the yonex regna 98 if you have the chance.
I’m going to collect some rackets for testing tomorrow, I’ll see if they have it 👍 thank you for the suggestion
What grip size did you use for this review?
It’s a grip size 3
Does it feel more head light / whippy than the 97?
I’d say the balance is head light, I think more head light than the rf 97, not sure about the 97, probably similar
Have you tried the 6.1 v14 in 100 ?
I have actually, really enjoyed that frame, I didn’t know they did a racket like that until Wimbledon this year when a coach had one. I did really like it. Have you used it?
@@seanplaystenis Thats interesting to hear. I actually would think the 6.1.100 would give your game more spin and power and as you like Pro Staff line could work for you. The other racquet you may like is Pro Staff X which is just Pro Staff 97 v14 characteristics and mould put into a 100 sq inch frame.
I have not yet demoed the 6.1.100 yet. I am probably going to get 1 and do a review video of it alongside Pro Staff X
What string and tension did you test in it?
I tested it a few times, first time with natural gut and alu power at 52 lbs, then tried my lynx tour at the same tension. I normally go 57 lbs in frames that I’m trying as that’s my normal tension…but as this was a 18x20 I dropped the tension a little bit
And what's the difference between the strings you try and the lower tension ?
This racket went extinct with the ice age. Silly clickbait video that is about 20 years behind the times.
A lot of players actually use this racket, they use a variation between this 18x20 and 16x18 frames. I agree it’s definitely an old school frame but worth giving a go
I agree. They should bring back the prostaff 90 instead
no need to bring your negative attitude here. man’s having fun playtesting and uploaded a video for others to know his opinion about it. if you’re not interested, then don’t watch.
A lot of people don't know proper tennis but claim that they are advanced tennis players. In fact they are forever beginners (yet to learn tennis properly).
Beginners use stiff and light, large sweet spot tweeners (for easy power and easy spin. They don't have to play with proper tennis strokes, don't have to play with proper tennis form, don't know tennis footwork, don't have to move their feet. That's why they play as if they are using flyswatters and in the form akin to playing badminton, squash, ...) Truly advanced/professional players use control racquets with more normal (ie. higher) static weight & swingweight and play proper tennis.
A lot of of professional players on the ATP Tour actually use a variant or the pro stock versions of Wilson 6.1 95 (or Head 95 equivalent) with the latest popular paintjobs of Wilson / Head.