Wilson Ultra Pro 18x20 v4 Tennis Racquet Review: Wilson Pro Labs racquet with speed, control & feel

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  • Опубліковано 24 січ 2025

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  • @Tennissensitive
    @Tennissensitive Рік тому +4

    Waiting for this. Thank you. Hopefully the 16/19 might be reviewed also.

  • @adamjohnson3239
    @adamjohnson3239 Рік тому +16

    Without a doubt it is the best looking racket now. I wish they had put glossy black or very dark grey on Pro Staff instead of that horrible "rust".

    • @geoffchriste1703
      @geoffchriste1703 Рік тому +1

      Wilson retains glossy paint finishes solely for Pro Stock frames. All others get the satin finish. The new Ultra Pro v4 is based off the famous Wilson H19 pro stock mold and is released thru Wilson Labs, hence it's stunningly beautiful glossy paint job.

    • @adamjohnson3239
      @adamjohnson3239 Рік тому +1

      @@geoffchriste1703 pro staff 6.1 100 is glossy and it is not pro stock.

  • @tennispals
    @tennispals Рік тому +2

    I tried the Wilson Ultra v4 16x19 and I bought it the next day. I used to use the Ultra v2 18x20 and am done using that shape of the frame. Love the new color and the 16x19. Love the spin.

    • @Tennissensitive
      @Tennissensitive Рік тому +1

      It is a fabalous racket

    • @geoffchriste1703
      @geoffchriste1703 Рік тому +2

      I have 3 of the Ultra (used to be called the Tour) v2 18x20 frames and while the feel and control are top shelf, they are demanding to play with and not really spin friendly. The new v4 version with the 16x19 string pattern is so much easier to generate spin with and opens up the sweet spot as well. It was a great idea from Wilson Labs to offer this new string pattern option.

  • @applesforakbar
    @applesforakbar Рік тому

    I never clicked so fast. I wish I could justify the purchase of this racquet!

  • @Nahhmah
    @Nahhmah Рік тому +1

    This racquet is almost identical to the Dunlop Biomimetic F3.0 Tour--my racquet of choice for many years!

  • @lecmb
    @lecmb Рік тому

    I use the Ultra Pro v3 18/20. Added a few grams of silicone in the handle, a wilson shock sheild grip, snd 2g of lead at 3 and 9. Strung with Babolat excel at 46lbs. Works wonderfully for me.

  • @micah2237
    @micah2237 Рік тому +1

    Goes to show that a racquet without any technology from the past couple decade stacks up well. It would be great to have more frills-free racquets on the market

  • @shess0m0ney
    @shess0m0ney Рік тому +2

    Has much changed from this version compared to the older ultra pro and ultra tour? Or is it mainly cosmetics?

  • @elmotabuzo
    @elmotabuzo Рік тому +1

    Please also review the wilson ultra pro 16x19 v4

  • @Luciene3
    @Luciene3 Рік тому +2

    Tested this racquet and while it looks great I never got the customization down to have a successful hit. I’m a 4.5 so I need stability and this racquet in stock form is a no go. The stability and power got better once I tinkered around with some lead but then the racquet start feeling sluggish when I went up against bigger hitters like my normal partner who is a 5.0.

    • @geoffchriste1703
      @geoffchriste1703 Рік тому +4

      Yes this is a common compliant with this frame. In stock form as released for consumer sale, the swg wgt is lower than most 4.5s would desire. That problem goes away if you went with the Blade Pro, which in stock spec is a beefier frame. The Ultra Pro v4 is based on the Wilson H19 pro stock mold, the Blade Pro on the H22 pro stock mold.
      Some folks don't mind tinkering by adding wgt, but the frame is designed as an all court control frame, best suited to serve and volley or chip and charge. It's not really a baseline grinder type of pace absorbing frame. The other thing that worked for me was using a 17g or 18g low powered smooth poly at low tensions (42-45lbs) as this kept the ball on the string bed longer and alleviated that unstable feeling. This was combined with 4gms of lead each at 3 and 9.

    • @youngsuit
      @youngsuit 7 місяців тому

      I had to keep the original balance to use mine, so first I added two 4 in straps at 12 and then matched that at the bottom of the handle. I tried adding to 3 and 9 and then didn't like it so I eventually ended up adding 4 strips at 10 and 2 o clock and then adding that to the handle. Still very light but it swung right

  • @slapcitytennis9103
    @slapcitytennis9103 Рік тому

    I’ve been running this next to the vcore 98. The ultra is an I ncredible racquet for whip and touch and feel but the quality of my ball just isn’t as dangerous as with the vcore. Is there any string set up or weight modification that can give the 16x19 ultra pro more power and spin comparable to the vcore? For reference I have them both stung up with hyper g 18g and tourna black zone 16g.

  • @krautfox9818
    @krautfox9818 Рік тому

    God I need this frame ! Love my Ultra Pro 18x20 V3s ; will they be available on TWE any time soon ?

  • @rookiemail
    @rookiemail Рік тому +1

    Can't demo, but would be very interested to know the differences between the 16x19 and this one.

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому +2

      Very much the same racquet but the 16x19 creates easier spin potential and easier net clearance or launch angle on groundstrokes. The 18x20 gives a bit more feel for the ball, and better control on flatter strokes. We will have the 16x19 review coming soon as well. Troy, TW

  • @rob7ho
    @rob7ho Рік тому

    do any retailers sell Wilson pro racquets or you have to buy it directly from Wilson?

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому +1

      We sell these ones!
      Wilson Ultra Pro 16x19 v4 Racquet:
      www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage-WUPRO6.html
      Wilson Ultra Pro 18x20 v4 Racquet:
      www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage-WUPRO8.html
      Is there one in particular you are looking for that isn't one of the Ultra Pro Racquets?
      Michelle, TW

  • @stevenhowie4219
    @stevenhowie4219 Рік тому

    What are the tennis shoes Chris and Troy are wearing?

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому +1

      Chris is wearing the Wilson Rush Pro Tour Mid, and I was wearing the Wilson Rush Pro Ace. Troy, TW

    • @stevenhowie4219
      @stevenhowie4219 Рік тому

      @@tenniswarehouse thanks Troy, top man as always

  • @Jordan-oc6ei
    @Jordan-oc6ei Рік тому

    Can you recommend a couple 18x20 racquets that have better than average spin potential (for 18x20's)? Thanks!!

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому

      The Wilson Shift 99 Pro, and Prince ATS Textreme Tour 100P are two of the easiest to generate spin with. We would also consider the Head Speed Pro, Yonex Percept 97D, and Dunlop CX 200 Tour 18x20. Troy, TW

  • @crsantin
    @crsantin Рік тому

    Specs seem similar to the Blade 98 v8? What am I missing?

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому

      A little more of a squared off or box beam with this one, think Head Prestige, and the swingweight is lower with this one, much more maneuverable or fast feeling in stock form. This is a great one to customize and add some head weight if preferred. Troy, TW

  • @petershort936
    @petershort936 Рік тому

    Other than head size, what makes this racquet different from the Blade V8?

    • @geoffchriste1703
      @geoffchriste1703 Рік тому +2

      This frame is based off the Wilson Pro Stock H19 mold which dates back probably 25 yrs now. The graphite layup has not been changed much over time. It remains one of the nicest feeling player frames for advanced users out there who are comfortable with adding some weight to the head to beef up the swing weight. The current retail Blades have a more modern feel (still very good), and some newer technology leading to easier power off the ground. If you are mostly a baseliner, stick with the Blade. If you are an all court player, the Ultra Pro V.4 deserves a serious look. The new 16x19 version packs a bigger punch than the 18x20 version, which if you use a full poly bed, needs tensions in the 46-50 lbs range to open up the string bed. Hope this helps.

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому +1

      Pretty much what was mentioned above, and with that the Blade 98 especially the 18x20 has more head weight and the balance feels closer to even, or less headlight giving it a lot of plow through and that baseline potential. With the Ultra Pro it is evident from first swing how much more maneuverable it feels, more head light feeling and a lower swingweight, as to why it makes for easy customization in terms of adding head weight. Troy, TW

    • @petershort936
      @petershort936 Рік тому

      @@tenniswarehouse So closer to the 16/19 Blade V8...

    • @jonathanivarsson7037
      @jonathanivarsson7037 Рік тому

      its longer and rounder head size, different feeling when you are hitting, you need lead tape!

  • @ThomasThomas-cf2jp
    @ThomasThomas-cf2jp Рік тому +1

    is it different to the Blade Pro 18x20?

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому +6

      Yes, this is a different racquet. For those in the know of Pro-Stock lingo, this Ultra Pro is based off the H19 and the Blade Pro is based off the H22. Troy, TW

  • @mteca5093
    @mteca5093 Рік тому

    Why is the 16x19 version rounder??? I thought they were same mold just different string patterns? Can you guys check

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому +1

      I was just holding them up together, and on top of each other, and they look pretty much identical to me. If anything the 18x20 I had looked slightly wider in the hoop at a certain part, but I think it was just an illusion, or maybe even the string that was in it. I am pretty sure they are just the same frame with different drilling. Troy, TW

    • @mteca5093
      @mteca5093 Рік тому +1

      @@tenniswarehouse how does shape compare to pro staff 97? Which has shorter mains and rounder shape? I gel better with rounder rackets instead of long and thin...thanks

    • @mteca5093
      @mteca5093 Рік тому

      @@tenniswarehouse what's some rounder 97 n 98 's? Besides yonex n boom pro

  • @chuongdo3334
    @chuongdo3334 Рік тому

    Hi TW! I'm looking for something similar to my Youtek IG Radical Pro (310).
    What I like: very stable, plush, surprisingly good power for 62 RA, overall versatile. At first I thought it would out of my spec range (330 swingweight), but to my surprise it really felt like an extension of my arm, didn't feel like 330 SW and 3 points headlight at all. It has good heft but still quite whippy which really allowed me to swing freely, maybe because of the 95 square inch head size? I haven't had this feeling even with 305 gram rackets, maybe it's due to the extra weight in the handle which helps carry the weight through. With lighter rackets I feel like I have to muscle the ball more, whereas with this Radical Pro I can be so fluid without forcing any unnecessary movements. Plus, I think I'm in the minority when I say I like the old Head rectangular tk82 grip shape, to me it feels more stable when holding the continental grip, and especially my somewhat unconventional forehand grip which is "extreme semi western" where my index knuckle is almost on bevel 5.
    I hate clunkly / sluggish feeling frames, such as the Ezone 98, Gravity Tour, Radical and Speed MP, Blade 18x20, Tfight ISO 300, etc... I seem to gravitate towards heavy but really head light sticks as I really a lot on racket head speed, bigger headsizes can be tiring to whip around. So I'm thinking of the TF40 16x19 but don't know if the 305 or 315 is better, plus I heard the Tecnifibre grip shape is very similar to Head's tk82 so that's great. Any other suggestions, I'm thinking the Vcore 95, Dunlop CX 200 Tour would be good options as well.

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому +1

      As I was reading your information, even before I got to the part where you made racquet considerations, I was already thinking that the TF40 16x19 would be my first recommendation. Between the 305 and 315, I think the 305 would probably be the one to go with, as I feel like it maybe has just a bit more, or slightly easier access to power. The 315 is great, and feels very head light and maneuverable, but some feedback is that it lacks a bit in the power department, and might need some head weight to help bring that added power. The VCORE 95 is another top choice to consider, and for Dunlop you could try the CX 200 Tour, or maybe even just the CX 200. I have been hitting a lot lately with the Wilson Ultra Pro v4 16x19, and although it is primarily based on control and feel, there is a decent amount of energy return. I think it need some added weight in the hoop because of the lower swingweight, but overall a pretty sweet feeling racquet. Troy, TW

    • @cd8145
      @cd8145 Рік тому

      @@tenniswarehousethanks a lot Troy! (Still me from a different account) One thing concerning the TF40. So I did briefly tried the ISO 300 but just hated the head shape. I tend to hut higher on the stringbed but the Tfight’s widest part seem to be a bit below 3-9. Is the TF40’s frame geometry similar? Also any other suggestions for whippy frames with good heft? I really don’t like thick sluggish feeling frames. For example the 300 ISO and the Radical MP are both 98s but the beams are quite chonky if you look from the side facing the strings (not from the side). The 330 SW on the IG Radical Pro doesn’t seem to bother me much probably because the thin head light frame.
      Ps: I’m getting more and more interested in the ISO 305 though. If I’m comfortable with swinging the IG Rad Pro, will the 305 be that much more clunky and cumbersome to swing? In your experience Troy, did tail weighting make the frame feel easier to manouver? I did briefly try out the Gravity Tour and absolutely hated how clunky it felt when swinging so if the ISO 305 feels similar then it’s a shame.

    • @bertrandseah7976
      @bertrandseah7976 Рік тому

      Just wanted to add my two cents since my experiences have been remarkably similar to yours! I came from an IG Radical Pro, which I used for close to three years and is just about my favourite racquet I've ever played with. I wanted to try something that had a somewhat similar feel to it but with a more forgiving response than the 95' head of the IGRP. I tried a Gravity Pro and Aux Prestige MP but found both a bit too unwieldy and a Speed Pro which didn't really have a similar feel which I was looking for. I ended up going with the TF40 305 16M, which has been just about perfect for me. Its not quite as precise nor as fast feeling as the Radical, but I'm feeling very comfortable and play really good tennis with it. It gets a full recommendation from me for a slightly easier to use IGRP. I also like the rectangle grip shape which you get with Tecnifibre as well!

    • @chuongdo3334
      @chuongdo3334 Рік тому

      @@bertrandseah7976 Thanks so much for sharing!

  • @anonperson193
    @anonperson193 Рік тому

    What is the difference between this and the ultra v4? There's only about £5 difference when looking to buy, not really sure why it been added

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому +1

      Are you referring to the Ultra 100 v4? If so the racquets feel and play much different. The Ultra Pro racquets come from Wilson's Pro Labs, and is a very precise and control oriented type of racquet, think something like a Classic Head Prestige MP. The Ultra family is known for easy power, the Ultra Pro racquets don't really fit in with that, but have the Ultra cosmetic. So the Ultra 100 is easy power and pretty maneuverable, think Babolat Pure Drive type of racquet, whereas the Ultra Pro is more of a classic feeling control frame, think classic Prestige or Prince Classic Graphite. Troy, TW

    • @anonperson193
      @anonperson193 Рік тому

      Cheers

  • @Vdkotsinyan
    @Vdkotsinyan Рік тому

    Are there replacement grommets available?

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому

      Not at the moment, but I believe we will be getting some within the next few weeks. Troy, TW

    • @Vdkotsinyan
      @Vdkotsinyan Рік тому

      @@tenniswarehouse Thanks! Good to know

  • @Uygkuyfkutfkytfkutfv
    @Uygkuyfkutfkytfkutfv Рік тому

    Looks like a Prince I used in the 90s.

  • @sebastianabdelnur3907
    @sebastianabdelnur3907 Рік тому +1

    Looks great! My only concern is the power level. Does a little lead at 3 & 9 or 12 give it a nice boost?? Been really really enjoying the Solinco 305 18x 20 but it's a bit stiff for elbow...

    • @geoffchriste1703
      @geoffchriste1703 Рік тому +2

      Because this racket is based off the Wilson H19 pro stock mold, which dates back about 25 yrs, it is a very low powered old school graphite racket. There's no added modern tech to boost up the power. The stock swg weight is fairly low (317), so if you are comfortable adding weight to the head of the frame you will get more plow through, especially on serves. Add a comparable amount of weight under the buttcap to keep the original balance if you want. However the easiest way to boost the power is simply hybrid the bed with a high quality multifilament in the mains and a smooth poly (one which retains its tension better than average) in the crosses. Or, simply chose the new 16x19 version. That option, with its more open string bed does play more lively. That said, these are designed as control orientated frames so if you are normally trading groundies on clay with someone swinging a Pure Aero, Extreme, or Dunlop SX300, it'll be a long day for you counter punching with the new Ultra Pro V4.

    • @sebastianabdelnur3907
      @sebastianabdelnur3907 Рік тому

      @@geoffchriste1703 great answer. Thank u geoff

  • @ThomasThomas-cf2jp
    @ThomasThomas-cf2jp Рік тому

    Why is this model not available in Europe?

    • @geoffchriste1703
      @geoffchriste1703 Рік тому

      Have you checked directly through Wilson's website? Here in America it was available directly from Wilson about a month before it was available from the major online retailers.

  • @josephyfho
    @josephyfho 6 місяців тому

    Troy, which one (16x19 or 18x20) you like more?

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  6 місяців тому +1

      Sorry for late reply, but I ended up preferring the 16x19 especially once I weighted it up. I might take the 18x20 if I had to play the racquet stock, but for the most part I ended up liking the 16x19 quite a lot. Troy, TW

  • @chanting56
    @chanting56 Рік тому +1

    Racket is great,but when you buy 2 rackets and they have different balances problem🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  Рік тому

      Hit up our racquet experts, and they can get you set up with an MRT matching order, where we can go into our stock and find a matching pair. 1-800-799-9230. Troy, TW

  • @brettlabelle5668
    @brettlabelle5668 Рік тому +1

    At first glance, it looks similar to the Head Gravity.

    • @geoffchriste1703
      @geoffchriste1703 Рік тому

      In actuality, the head shape is dramatically different from that of the Gravity lines of frames. It would be comparable to the head shapes used in the Prestige line about 20 yrs ago. I have both the Gravity Tour and 18x20 versions of V2 of the new Ultra Pro and both are excellent control frames in their own right. The Gravity feels like a modern frame while the Ultra Pro retains a classic players frame feel but I wouldn't suggest either is interchangeable with the other.

  • @goldencalf5144
    @goldencalf5144 2 місяці тому

    Uggh, the string pattern is too tight on this one. Even on the 16x19, it's too tight with all the strings bunched up in the centre. Should be spread out like a Pro Staff.

    • @tenniswarehouse
      @tenniswarehouse  2 місяці тому

      I play with the 16x19 frequently, and it plays pretty open to me. It feels like easy spin and launch angle with the 16x19, in my opinion. Troy, TW

    • @goldencalf5144
      @goldencalf5144 2 місяці тому

      @tenniswarehouse Maybe the V4 is different to the V3 that I have. The strings are actually more spread out on my 85 sqi Pro Staff 6.0. And the 6.0 feels more powerful despite the fact that I weighted up my Ultra to similar specs.