Babolat Pure Strike 97 Gen4 Racquet Review

The Babolat Pure Strike 97 Gen4 Tennis Racquet is the successor to the Pure Strike VS. The frame keeps the same Control Frame Technology as the in-line Strike models, but this version is geared toward greater precision. The racquet has a slimmer 21-22-21 millimeter cross-section, and a smaller 97 square inch head. The 97 has a 16x20 string pattern, which is reminiscent of the old Pure Control and Pure Storm models. Expect more flex in the shaft of the 97, especially when compared to the Aero and Drive models.
This model is designed with all court players in mind, so the head-light balance and fast swingweight make it one of the most maneuverable racquets in its weight class. This model features NF² Tech which incorporates flax fibers in the head to filter vibrations and create an ideal impact sound.
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Info:
Some misinformation in this video (sadly). So lets correct it.
The Pure Strike VS from 2022 was sold as a 97" also. Now they have decided for a name change,
Its mostly just a new paintjob. The mold and material is the same. They have added some plantfibers (flax) for feel. But this dont do much for thin frames.
The Pure Strike VS/97 has the exact same head size as the Pure Strike 98. Because they are all 97.5"
One racket they list as 98 the other as 97. So dont be fooled here.
The Pure Strike VS/97 has 16 x 20 and is less stiff than the PS 98. and here is the major differences.
If you string the Pure Strike VS from 2022 at 46-48 lbs then its amazing. but most have tested it with 52 lbs and above.
The issue with the VS can be fixed easily with 3 grams of lead at 12 o'clock. The "new" 97 has this fix build in.