These are the BEST SELLING rackets in 2023, but are they actually GOOD? | Rackets & Runners
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- Опубліковано 26 чер 2024
- Today we take a look at the Top 5 Best Selling Rackets of the year and talk about how they stack up in terms of performance.
Head Radical MP 2023: racketsandrunners.ca/products...
Yonex EZONE 100 V7: racketsandrunners.ca/products...
Wilson Blade 98 v8 16x19: racketsandrunners.ca/products...
Babolat Pure Aero 2023: racketsandrunners.ca/products...
Babolat Pure Drive 2021: racketsandrunners.ca/products...
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Crazy how small this channel is, as I find it consistently puts out some of the best technical content on rackets on UA-cam.
Agreed.
Always such great thumbnails on these videos 👍🏻 keep it up!!
This is the first video I have seen from this channel and I am subscribing
Amazing job! I’m from Brasil and is very important for me Watch reviews and and analysis with a Clear english. Besydes, the content is very good and direct!
Awesome video, we need more channels like this one
Thanks a lot!
I've been playing tennis for a year now. I really like the Head Extreme Tour and Pure Aero VS. I've tried out a number of other rackets but have the most fun playing with those two.
Indeed the choices of the most popular rackets. Out of all five most of the people that I played with men or women . They play with 1 out of 5 you have mentioned. They are all happy with theirs racket. So my man you are definitely correct here. I prefer going down to less expensive markets brand because I wouldn’t overpay them. The others brand do just as good as the jobs. As long you put in the right strings and tension with. Great job you.
pure drive for years, absolutely love it
Around here (Seattle), the most common racquets I see (several generations) are the Pure Aero, Pure Strike, Blade, Speed, and Pure Drive, roughly in that order.
I’ve seen so many pure aero racquets it’s crazy
I really love my pure aero 23 it’s perfecto for me and am tempted to buy the pure drive as a second racket😍🔥
Very informative.
Thank you!
Well bonjour and merci for the information
The most shocking thing about this video is to find out that you’re French! 😂
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@@RacketsRunnersVancouver je veux travailler avec vous 😇
Hahahhaa
I would have thought he had swedish heritage.
The new version of the Babolat Aero is much more playable than the last version. I played with the previous versions since 2008 and this one is much better.
Well, guess what! I really needed to buy new racquet and was really confused about buying which one, aero, aero rafa or pure drive, but, as soon as I picked up the pure drive and took a swing from it, I instantly realized the type or control it has as compared to others + pure drive series always famous for its power and aggressive nature. The weight balance and he feel of the racquet is totally exceptional! And now, as you mentioned, bolstered my decision of buying this racquet.
I'm an advanced player and yes I can say that it's really a go racquet! Totally worth the investment.
Volkl c10 pro. Smooth as butter
I've demoed a ton of raquets and the Pure drive shines through every time. String it low with a poly and its so powerful. I get no elbow pain and can hit nasty topspin plus penetrating flat shots. In fact I would say I get better control / stability then Ezone and Vcore!
At what tension do you usually string your pd?
@@aerondacanay8544 53lbs with a poly like Hyper G.
Pure Drive hits a heavy ball
I agree good hitting high spiny shots and hitting low shots I find when I'm confident and play right shot this is good racket but when I'm not confident in my shot I start hitting it bit long but that's my fault than the racket , I string mine at 50 lb head lynx tour
Wilson at the U.S Open fan week event did not have these newer ultras . When I asked about it one of designers said that they were Tennis Warehouse exclusives .
Me having a pure drive (2003 version) and looking for a change… to find this out!! 😂😂😂 Merci beaucoup
Hi Luca great video. If you were to create your own racket company what would you name it and why (in detail please)? Also, can you please do a comparison of the Prestige Pro and the Extreme PWR (I have demoed both and cannot tell the difference).
Thanks! I think a couple more days demoing them and you'll figure it out...
Thanks for the great content! Are these rackets(PureDrive2021 & EZONE100 in particular)too heavy for women? What’s your take on their light versions such as PureDrive100L & EZONE100L?
Thanks for the positive feedback! Always nice to hear. Weight is more so based off the skill of the player and speed of their stroke. Better players who have a fast stroke will prefer heavy rackets. Women do tend to prefer slightly lighter rackets than men (10-15 grams on average) but the Pure Drive and EZONE are only 300 grams so they should be ok. If you do want something lighter, both have "light" versions weighing 285 grams.
I still have my Jimmy Connors wood racket I bought at Big5 sporting goods...1980's
What's your point, dinosaur?
Best racquet i’ve used is the technifiber tf40, amazing feel and control. Feels miles better than the ezone 98 and radical.
The pure drive is the easiest racket to pickup and just play with. If I’m ever down a racket, I can grab a pure drive and know it won’t take an adjustment period (even coming from my prestige MP). Nice video!
For some reason, never felt the pure aero was as easy to transition to, even though it’s pretty similar to the pure drive. But so many people swear by it, so there’s something there for sure
Thank you, that's what makes the Pure Drive so special! The Aero is a bit different because it has such a unique swing pattern; almost like a Pure Drive that requires a certain style of play and that's why it doesn't work for everybody.
hey! thanks for amazing videos! can u please review Wilson Blade 102 Serena Williams?
Unfortunately we don't cary it but if we do I'll definitely get a review out!
@@RacketsRunnersVancouver okay!😊
Pure Drive 2021 for the win, just changed recently from the 2018 model.
Its king.
im thinking of buying it quite soon. would you reccomend? and also what are its ups and downs?
Do you feel the difference between 2018 and 2021?
I am still using 2018.
Very interesting. Where do you think the Pure Strike fits in. I have an 18X20 and am quite happy with its performance
It's a fantastic racket but it's quite far down the list; even the 16x19. It's been out for a while now and a lot of control racket purists shy away from Babolat, but to me that's not justified.
Prince 100p 18x20 great feel, power and control.
Unfortunately, we don't carry Prince but with my love for the Gravity, I'm sure I would like it.
Great Video. I really enjoy how you review the rackets. Ive tested now a handful of rackets and the Blade 98 16X19 is leading the way for me. Ives got a Pure Drive 100 and Pure Aero 100 to test now and from this video is going to be hard to choose. Which one would you choose out of the Blade 98, Pure Drive 100 and Aero 100 and why?
Thank you! That's a very good question and one I'm trying to answer myself. I may do a video on those three rackets as they're all similar but different in many ways. Right now, my favourite would be the Aero 100.
Luca, have you tried the Pure Strike VS at all? Wondering about your thoughts. Currently using an Ezone 98 and looking for a bit more precise.
The VS I haven't much, but I've played with the 98 quite a bit and it's definitely more precise than the EZONE. From what I have tried with the VS, it's quite a bit more muted than the new 98.
thanks for your vids They are just nice info
I have had a Wilson Pro staff v13 for about a year or so... I'm struggling to find a string for it. first people suggested Wilson sensation comfort which is alright but you get almost no spin with it thus requiring a lot more wrist for spin. people have suggested kevalar but it just feels hollow any suggestions?
Thank you! I would definitely go for a polyester string as, if you play with spin, they feel much better. A couple polys I really enjoy are Head Lynx Tour and Yonex Poly Tour Pro.
@@RacketsRunnersVancouver thanks I'll remember that for the next time I string my racket
I love my Babolat Pure Drive! Have you tried the new 98 and if so, what are your thoughts?
I have not but I really want to. As soon as I can, you guys will be the first to know.
Great video as always. I'm a 40y/o beginner/intermediate player and have always used Wilson so love their racquets. Currently using the Wilson Clash V2 and Prostaff V13 RF97. I got the RF97 cos I love Roger but it's too difficult and heavy to use so got the Clash as was told it was a lot more arm friendly. However, I'm finding the Clash to feel too light and pingy and much rather the feel of the RF97 but I know I'm not good enough to use the RF97 on a consistent level. Was thinking about the Wilson Blade 100 or the Wilson Shift 99 300, however after watching this video, i'm thinking I need to try the Babolat Pure Drive 100. Thoughts or recommendations? Thanks
same here, bought ezone 100SL and I love it.
i found out that strings are way more important than rackets if the rackets are good quality, which yours are. So try out different strings for these two before trying another rackets
If you like the RF97 but find it too heavy, give the regular Pro Staff a try, especially the V13 (315 gram). After many years playing the RF97 I recently switched to the V13 and prefer it for its better feel. For my preference I found I needed to add some weight to the hoop. Yes the V13 gives up a bit of stability and slice ability, but makes up for it in feel and manoeuvrability.
I've never tried the Blade 100 so I can't really comment on it but if I were to guess, it would be like a more solid/consistent and better feeling Clash. The Shift is an amazing racket, and definitely worth trying for yourself, but yes, I would always recommend trying to the Pure Drive. It's an amazing racket that doesn't get talked about as much in the "advanced" circles because it's so mainstream, but a lot of people could do with at least trying it.
@john demo as many as you can, what you actually like the best might surprise you.
Head presitge mid/mid plus. Yep old schoolish and the best thing to hit a court.
I really want the Prestige line to start doing well again. The Blade sells so I don't know why Head can't figure it out with the Prestige. Hopefully the next one...
What overgrip are using on these racquets? Thanks, great channel
Tourna Original XL: racketsandrunners.ca/products/tourna-grip-original-xl?_pos=1&_sid=68e01f161&_ss=r
I remember when the radical was the only racket I would ever see (possibly because of Andy Murry's success at that time). I also had one myself the youtek graphene radical was probably one of the nicest rackets I've ever owned, too bad the next version of it ruined the feel.
Good video,
Info for those who care,
Every racquet in this video is made in China except for the Yonex Ezone which is made in Japan
I sold my Pure Drive because it was utterly unplayable for me, this racket is a million times too powerful. I didn't want to downsize so I bought a Gravity and it's fantastic
Agree, Babylot rackets are too powerful to control in long rallies.
how would you compare the blade v8 16x19 vs the 18x20, as well as the pure aero 98?
The 16x19 is more spin-friendly but less solid and controlled than the 18x20. The 16x19 compared to the Aero 98 is much softer, much more controlled with a lower launch but less powerful/spin-friendly.
Confused between the pure drive and the ezone 98. From what i understand both have easy power but ezone gives better control and better dampening. Thoughts and advice please
That's pretty much exactly it! A bit more spin with the EZONE as well and the sweetspot is quite a bit lower on the EZONE.
4:16 i’d really like to hear your thoughts on what was so problematic with the ezone v5. that’s my favorite of the whole line(actually not a big fan of any of the others but the xi), and very similar to the xi in stiffness and feel, but it’s almost impossible to find.
also, the first version was just called the ezone, then came ai, xi, dr…
You and my coworker would get along well, he hates when I roast that racket as it's his favourite of all time. It was just the stiffest and pretty jarring IMO, and especially coming right after the DR it was a big step in a different direction. To be honest, the fact the Xi is your favourite of the rest makes a lot of sense because they are by far the two closest in terms of feel/performance.
I'm currently playing with Pure Aero 2019 and looking for something with less power so that I can swing faster. Would you recommend ezone 98 or the new Aero?
The EZONE 98 would be great to demo for you! The new Aero won't be much faster but it will definitely be more controlled. The Aero 98 is also worth a shout!
So the Radical MP - how does it compare to the Speed Pro? I’m using the 2 gen old Speed Pro, and want something just slightly more powerful with less weight, but still under the “control” type racquet.
Go for the speed mp xt bro, it has a Lot of control and it is 300 grams
Normal speed MP auxetic is perfect then
@@kabir.dhingra I tried it, feels a bit unstable. Could be the strings of the demo are really low tension, but I don’t wanna spend my money thinking it’ll all be good with good strings.
@@bigwealthpod Stability comes from weight too, so maybe the Radical MP would have those issues too. Demoing would tell all though.
@@kabir.dhingra yeah I was thinking to demo the radical mp, pure aero, and tfight iso 305
Most pro's don't use a blade they use a Wilson Steam 16 x20 that has been painted to look like a blade
I enjoy your reviews but have to call out a gaff here: At 7:00, your text graphic ID's the Pure Aero 2023 as the "Pure Aero 100." As an update of the 2020 Pure Aero VS, it's actually a 98.
I'm talking about the Pure Aero 100 there, which came out in 2022 but is technically called the Pure Aero 2023 Standard. I really don't understand why it's the 2023 when it came out in 2022 (very confusing) but I should have been more clear about which one I was talking about especially since I kind of just made up a name for it.
So Luca you are thinking about switching to pure aero 100? What about the gravity pro?
Both are on my shortlist (I know they're very different, lol). There are a few others, and once I'm back on the court I'll finally make a video of my racket switch journey and hopefully end up with one.
I just love Wilson logo. As an amateur male player I aim to switch from old Prince graphite to Wilson models. Even though I do no compete I need to get a presicion and control alongside that Wilson logo. Blade line seems to be a bit pricy to me. Please recommend Wilson 98 graphite other than Blade, in a lower price range with good control and precision. Will any recreational Wilson racquet do a job for me? Thank you
Unfortunately I've never played with any of the lower priced Wilson rackets so can't make a recommendation. What I will say is that's unfortunate but if you want industry leading playability you kind of have to go with a top-end racket, otherwise you'll lose out on a lot of playability, especially stability and feel.
@@RacketsRunnersVancouver totally agree, a good example is the Wilson Prostaff Precision, which I understand is the least precise and hardly a Prostaff, but it is cheap and has the Prostaff name on it. Wilson have always done that (produced cheap and nasty versions with the Prostaff name on them), but other manufacturers do the same.
Ive been to nationals and have played a few ITF's and the most common racquet i've seen is by far the Yonex racquets. Babolat is close but its mainly these 2 brands that i see
Yonex has done extremely well with marketing in the past several years. I think we'll be seeing a TON of Yonex on the pro tour in 5-10 years.
I reckon that their time has already passed. There was a moment in time when everyone was buzzing for Yonex rackets buts its just something i dont see anymore@@RacketsRunnersVancouver
HELP!!! I played with Prince Graphite II midplus for decades. Then the injuries piled up and the bag of racquets were put away for about 15 years. Now ive got medical clearance to knock myself out on the court again ( two artificial hips) and my Prince racquets are starting to give me arm trouble. Honestly, I dont think Im as quick as I was 20 years ago so my setting up for a shot is a little slower and im just not hitting the sweet spot like I used to. The weight of the frame is probably not helping either. So what do I do? I need to look at something with maybe 15% more power and arm friendly. The world has changed!!! Thanks so much I love your channel.
We've got just the video for you coming out later today! But my suggestion would be the Wilson Clash 100 or the 100L if you think 295 grams is too heavy.
The string you use in all your rackets is solinco hyper g?
No, I use a variety of different strings. In the video there's RPM Blast, Lynx Tour, RPM Rough and Poly Tour Pro!
@Luca - how would you compare Head Gravity Pro to Head Radical MP for competitive play for the advanced intermediate player?
I play with 360+ Radical MP but I am liking 360+ Gravity feel and precision a lot. The only issue is that GP seems to be “weaker” on the second serve and it does not seem to give me the “edge” on ground strokes like Radical MP.
I would like to switch to GP. It feels amazing but I am afraid that this feel on my side would result in a weaker shot on the other side of the net.
Any advice on this is deeply appreciated.
The Auxetic Gravity is significantly less powerful than the Radical, so you will have to work more for that depth. The Radical is still 100% viable, even in stock form, for competitive advanced/intermediate players. It's much more forgiving than the Gravity (not as precise either), but still has great stability, control, and that extra pop it sounds that you are looking for.
Merci.
How about Dunlop FX500 . Can u explain ? Vs Yonex Ezone 98/100
I haven't played with the FX500 yet; we may be getting the new one soon.
Help, Luca! I'm playing with an Aero Pro Drive 2013. Do You think that Pure Aero 2023 could be a good improvement? Thanks a lot!
I think it's the perfect update for players that haven't been able to move on from the 2013 APD. It's the closest Aero to that racket in a decade so you should be totally fine switching to it and I think it's actually a slight improvement overall.
@@RacketsRunnersVancouver Happy to read this! Thanks!!
How would you compare the Radical from 2021 to the 2023 model? Is it worth to upgrade?
To be honest, I think it is because the feel is so much better, but if you're used to the 2021, don't worry too much about that.
Does the nBlade not count as the start of the blade line? Was playing with the nblade my senior your in high school in 2006.
It definitely does! One of my favourite Blades. For some reason I thought it came out in 2008, but that was the K-Factor.
I love Head
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Don’t we all.
Rackets great for one hand backhand, any recomendation???
I would go with the Pro Staff 97, VCORE Pro 97 or VCORE 95.
if you made a your personal ranking of this racquests, including gravity pro, what is ?
I think I'm going to keep that for the video where I talk about my racket switch journey...
@@RacketsRunnersVancouver i hope soon
Where'd you get your hoodie?
Uniqlo, but they no longer stock it.
I've a Wilson BLX Pro Open for the last 13 yrs (bought it when I was 13yo). Looking to replace it with a new racket because it's too loose in my hands (I've grown quite a bit) and I don't feel like I have much control over the ball (feels too easy to swing, and I often hit the ball too hard which goes out of bounds).
I don't know what I should look for when deciding on a racket, but I do prefer to have more control with spin potential (to keep it within the field when hitting hard).
This list does show some nice options which seem similar to what the Wilson Pro Open is.
I don't know much about the Pro Open but looking at it's profile and reading what you are looking for, it seems like a constant, thinner beam 100 square inch racket could be perfect. It will give you more directional control but keep similar playability. Speed MP, Gravity MP are the two I would suggest!
Can you do a best racquets for juniors video
That's a great idea, I'll add it to the list!
what brand are those white shorts?
Asics!
any rackets more suitable for a one handed BH? currently using the blade 98 v8 16x19 but lacking depth on both wings
Maybe try adding lead weight and/or reducing string tension. May help with depth.
As the other comment mentions, adding weight to the hoop would be ideal to get more depth. Just so happens the Blade is an amazing platform racket; check out this video if you want to learn a little more: ua-cam.com/video/iHDUlFDl-uY/v-deo.html
I don't specifically talk about a 1 handed BH, but add the weight to 3/9 for stability or 12 for plough through and you should be onto a winner. Of course, the Pro Staff 97 v14 is probably better in stock form for a 1 handed BH if you do want to switch!
Maybe try a Pure Strike. Seems like it would be a stiffer, more powerful Blade. You'd probably lose some feel and touch but gain some extra power.
Hi, great review as always! I've moved from Head Gravity Tour to Wilson Blade V8 16x19 NS and it is the best racket that I've ever used. I paired it with Wilson Pro Staff V13 NS and my game was never better than this. My honest recommendation for Blade V8 16x19!
An amazing racket and definitely on my shortlist for switching (I'm also coming from the Gravity Tour).
At what stage should a beginner upgrade their racket from a cheap one? You mentioned the blade is an advanced players racket so does this mean someone who’s only playing a few months shouldn’t get one?
A beginner should only look into updating their racket when they feel limited by their current frame. The Blade is a tough racket to use and requires a full/fast stroke so probably not best to use after just a few months.
@@RacketsRunnersVancouver thanks for the tip! I’ll wait until I feel the need so.
I always played with a babolat pure drive gt (I’m intermediate level), but I want to make an upgrade, do you think the PA Rafa 290gr (2023) worth the trade ?
Nice content btw.
Thank you! I think it would be better to go for the standard Aero 100. Despite the low weight on the Rafa, it's a pretty advanced and raw feeling racket that doesn't give you much for free.
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What kind of player would pick an ezone 100 over pure drive 100 and vice versa?
At that point it would be a difference in feel; whichever one you feel more connected to and the Ezone is a little bit more spin-friendly.
Ezone 100 is the best racket ever
Guys really need your help im confused😢
which is better for power and control combined
Blade 98 / radical mp/ aero 98 or aero vs
which should i choose
Choose the head
The Radical will have the best power-control ratio but the Aero 98 is a close second. More on the "precision" side of control than actual soft control though.
Surprised that the Blade did not take the first spot. The Blade and the Clash are among the racquets I most often see at the 4.5 level.
At the 4.5 level the Blade may very well be #1, but in terms of overall playability at all levels, I don't think it's that close to the Pure Drive.
10:03 lmao
Wilson all day
How does Vcore 100 compare to Ezone 100?
I haven't played with the VCORE 100 much at all yet but I'll try to include it in a video soon.
Can we also have a top 5 most popular strings?
That’s definitely something I’d like to do!
Would you say this order also corresponds to your own opinion? Or would you rearrange the list?
It's hard to say which rackets are the "best" because that's so personal, but I'm thinking of making a list like that later this year. The click bait potential is simply too good to not do 😅
The one EZone before Xi only had 100 version.
Thank you! Did it have a specific name or was it just "the Ezone?"
Baised ,
Blade @ no 1
I bought once a Pure Drive and I honestly HATED IT.
pure drive is like stiff club with horrible stiff feel. No thanks
I concur !!!
Head mp or Babolat pure drive?
Personally I prefer the pure drive.
Prince would sell a lot more if pros used them
Prompts rétablissement alors 😃
Merci!
I popped my ankle once and I wasn't even trying to slide.
🥲 Terrible feeling, hope you fully recovered.
No Clashes? Don't believe they are not in the TOP of sales 😮
I know, I was very surprised too considering the V1 broke the Aero/Drive stranglehold. I don't know about other stores, but our Clash sales have definitely gone down. It could be because everyone who liked the idea and playability behind a Clash already has one, or because people don't like this one as much (which I would be surprised by because IMO, it's better). It also could be that because there is a Pro, 98 and the L is also so popular, it dilutes the 100's sales.
I was criticizing you in my mind already😅
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Why didn't you include the Yonex Vcore 95? That's the best racket that I have ever played with, and I have played with a lot of rackets.
It's a bit too difficult for my game but a fantastic racket!
PA 100 or PA 98?????
I prefer the 98!
Lets be honest - all racquets needs customization. ;)
Can we get a top 5 beginner rackets video?
I also think that when you describe a racket as being good at “power, spin and control” you’re essentially telling me nothing because no racket is going to be perfect at all 3 things so highlighting that the power is “ok but not it’s main feature” is more useful than saying “it has power”.
Just some feedback and as a new player I find the tennis industries very confusing and reviews should be objective and not another marketing video.
Here you go! ua-cam.com/video/uxbLfxpMosE/v-deo.html
@@RacketsRunnersVancouver thank you!
I’m pretty sure I’ll get both a Pure Drive and a Gravity MP in the future and in that order.
The Pure Drive is a guilty pleasure. I can't control the power on my groundstrokes, but I was serving faster than ever without even trying.
As expected, the Pro Staff is no longer popular now that Fed has retired. They should have made a true mid sized Pro Staff instead of the 100sqi X version.
The Pure Drive is such a good racket. Get's a slightly bad rap in the tenist purist communities that I don't think it deserves.
The X is a weird one for me. Being so sluggish, it just isn't really a Pro Staff to me, I think you're right it would have been great to get a proper mid sized but I don't think it would have sold much better.
Surprised Clash isn't in the top 5
I am as well. I already responded to a comment about this but here it is again: I was very surprised too considering the V1 broke the Aero/Drive stranglehold. I don't know about other stores, but our Clash sales have definitely gone down. It could be because everyone who liked the idea and playability behind a Clash already has one, or because people don't like this one as much (which I would be surprised by because IMO, it's better). It also could be that because there is a Pro, 98 and the L is also so popular, it dilutes the 100's sales.
Pure Aero not Arrow
UA-cam is autogenerating chapters I need to figure out how to turn that off 😅
Unique feeling....NOT uniquely feeling.
He is no french. He sound American. More specifically Californian.
You're not going to believe it when you hear me speak french then ahaha
Click bait. This is a pure marketing video. All rackets are "incredible". Then the list "buy here".
OUCH!!
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Aero 100
Pure Drive