Yup! I agree 💯, the Ezone Tour definitely has feel, great with volleys, has spin, it’s also great for counter punchers, return of servers, serves, and the plow through that the regular Ezone doesn’t have.
Great analysis on these frames and thank you for sharing your racket journey. Tiafo plays with the regular V Core Pro 97 with lead at 3 and 9 I believe. Hubert Hercazk plays the 97H you feature in your video. I switched from a Prostaff 97 v13 to the V Core Pro line last year. I started off with the 97D(18x20) and gave up after a year of trying to gel with it. Picked-up the standard 310g and weighted it at 3 and 9 and weight in the handle. Plays great, but still looking for more swing weight so am tempted by the 97H but fear it’ll be too much racket for me. The new V Core Pro line launches mid-August, so will wait to see what tweaks Yonex have made to the V Core Pro line 🤞
and in response to your question, i'm using a babolat pure drive vs (98). good power and spin, but the feel is a little jarring. on a bit of a break, but whenever i get back into competitive tennis, i will definitely check out the yonex line!
Great video, keep it up. i recently started playing tennis again after a long break and i've been demoing racquets . I definitely liked the Ezone Tour more than the Pure Drive Tour. I felt like the stiffness of the Babolat would give me trouble over time. I could also control the ball way better with the Ezone, the Pure Drive seemed to be flying on me a bit. I'm also going to try the Vcore 100 and the Head Radical Pro before making a decision , but i'ts going to be tough to beat how much i enjoyed the Ezone Tour
Man, this video speaks to me. Thank you for putting this out. I was using the TF40 and contrary to what I thought, a lighter frame does not necessarily mean more comfort I didn’t have stability and when hitting against powerful shots, I would feel all the damn vibrations and eventually aggravated my bicep/arm. Adding to the mix I would overswing because the TF40 seriously lacks power, even at low tension After checking out the Aero and reading reviews, the Ezone Tour looks like a good option for stability, plow and comfort. Although what scared me were the sheer number of people complaining about arm issues. How’s your arm these days?
It makes sense you would choose the ezone as the ezone line is the competitor against the pure drive line. Also comparable brands to pure drive would be Dunlop fx500, head instinct and Wilson ultra if you are interested. I use the Dunlop, grats on your yonex😊
I think so too, but they really have a very different feel. The Ezone is much more muted and less “ping-y”. Pure drive with bigger pop and spin potential.
@@BSTennis for sure spec wise they are same on paper but the feel is very different, pure drives to me always felt like a hollow tinny frame to me, I chose the dunlop because it had a nicer crispy feel. The ezone would be a close second for me but I didn't like its dampened feel.
same for me, I used to play with a head speed weighted 500gr, now I play with the Ezone 98 regular, never tried the tour, but I have to say the feeling is amazing. I might add some lead the next tournament season.
I recently switched from a wilson prostaff 97 to a the Ezone 98 Tour as well. I gave up a little spin for more control and plow. I just love the control I have with the Ezone 98 and when I want I can hit monster flat balls.
@@tomr1056 I don't know about new versions but I have v11 PS 97 and compared to the Ezone 98, the Ezone has more control and less unpredictable balls. I Ezone has a dense string bed at the sweetspot compared to the more open bed of the ps 97. I got more spin with the ps 97, but also had problems with ball placement. On the Ezone 98 I'm getting a more consistent ball, easier placement, and better serves.
I love Tiafo, but if I remember correctly, Yonex has been popular for a while in WTA. For ATP, I remember David Nalbandian using a Yonex. Yonex is slowly taking over the racquet market!
Thank you for this review. Heavier racquets are better for the arm. I switched to ezone tour as well. And arm problems are gone. There is an interesting video from a HEAD representative also validating that. Players should go with the heavier racquet they can handle. Added weight equals stability.
bsleezy it's ya boy aadrian. great video man! interesting, informative, love the B-roll and ridiculous camera quality. i didn't think i camera could ever be this crisp! lmao looking forward to new videos from you
Would be nice to see you on court to see how you play. Also, it's possible to mod the standard Ezone to pretty much Tour spec, and fine tune it along the way to EXACTLY what you want.
I'm a big fan of the vcore 98 tour that recently came out. I'm using it now but I'm demoing the ezone 98 tour and I'm very much on the fence about switching
Love the video, and I think maybe you can try to lower your tension? High tension might have some impacts to your joint, I strung with 42lbs and it feels good.
Got one to replace my Blade V7 18/20 (whoch I pumped up to 350 g strung). Felt like a brick on a stick for me, so I added a leather grip to balance it out. And you added lead to the head?? My arm would fall off if I did that. Now the Ezone Tour is my emergency racquet. For cases when I suck hard. But I agree, it is awesome.
Hi! Very nice video, thank you for sharing!!! I come from a PA100/300g, I tried ezone 98/305 , I really like the control and precision but I did not like the stiffness and (maybe because I came from a spin frame) the ball goes too much long with the EZ. So I studied a little bit more and discovered that vcore tour98/315 can me my next frame, spin/control and less stif than the ez, so it should be something like the pa100/300 that I’m using now, but with more power control precision and consistency , have you ever thought to switch to vcore tour??? Your comment will be very helpful for me, thank you!!!
Yes! Yonex make great rackets. - The Ezone is the stiffest Yonex racket. how is it possible you can cure your golfarm with that frame? If I looked for a heavier armfriendly stick I would go with the VCore Pro;) (but thats just me: I personally prefer more the rackets on the control side. The choice for a specific racket is very individual. and generally you prefer a similar racket you are familar with. the switch from.a powerhouse like the Babolat pure drive to the Yonex Ezone is a logical consequence.
thank you for sharing your racket journey. I have been tempting to try Ezone Tour 98 and i think i will now. i am currently VCore 98 with 4 4" lead tape on 3 and 9 plus 2 dimes in the butt cap. I also have a very sensitive elbow from years of playing. So I use hybrid string setup and a dampener. no issue since. question though: Ezone Tour is already 332 g heavy and 300 on the swing weight do you still need lead on 3 & 9?
Honestly, you can probably rock the ezone tour stock, I'm just a big fan of lead at 3 and 9. When I used the regular ezone 98, even with lead, it felt too light, so I went with the tour. Play around and see what you like best!
Great question! I didn't, honestly, thought I thought I would. Even if I stuck with the pure drive, I was considering going down to the standard length anyway. Bit more maneuverable and you don't notice the length much on serves, etc. I'm now a big fan of standard length.
Hi. Thanks for the video. I am a 3.5-4.0 player. I am a Ezone 98 user but started out on an RF98 which is my number 2. I am seeing some arm problems with the Ezone, most of it I attribute to my technique and my self-correcting that I am seeing that less of a problem. However on those days where I feel sore or feel the Ezone feels too powerful, I switch to the RF98 and that certainly helps and I am able to control my shots a lot better though I recognize it is an advance player racquet. I am curious about what said regarding how the tour help with your arm problem. Particularly I am wondering if the higher weight has helped absorbed that shock as I suspect when I use the RF98. Can you elaborate further? Overall I like the Ezone and have now been able to control it more and am still experimenting with strings (Hypercore Soft 17) but have been considering demoing the Tour. My goal would be eventually to have 2 of the same racquets so that I can develop consistency but not wreck my arm further. Thanks. Raul from Brooklyn
Hey Raul! Yes, the weight has definitely helped. My biggest mistake was not adding weight when I used the vcore 98. Typically, a heavier racket will help with stability and vibration absorption. I am currently using the Ezone tour with lead at 3 and 9 on the head. I haven’t weighed it, but if I had to guess strung in total I’m at about 340 grams. In regards to arm issues, strings also play a huge roll as well!
Actually I recently tried the ezone 98 and didn't like it much. only good thing i felt was fast head speed. I wonder what ezone tour would be like with much more weight
@@BSTennis was the tour bothering your elbow, hows the power on the vcore pro compare? i'm narrowing it down to the ezone 98 vs the ezone tour 98, got over TE about a year ago and don't want to reintroduce it but want more plow thru than current solinco racq
I believe (in my very non professional opinion) is because I was used to using a racket weighted around 340-350 grams. When I switched to the vcore 98, strung is around 320. So a mixture of vibration-y racket and lighter weight. I should've added lead :/
Yup! I agree 💯, the Ezone Tour definitely has feel, great with volleys, has spin, it’s also great for counter punchers, return of servers, serves, and the plow through that the regular Ezone doesn’t have.
Great analysis on these frames and thank you for sharing your racket journey. Tiafo plays with the regular V Core Pro 97 with lead at 3 and 9 I believe. Hubert Hercazk plays the 97H you feature in your video. I switched from a Prostaff 97 v13 to the V Core Pro line last year. I started off with the 97D(18x20) and gave up after a year of trying to gel with it. Picked-up the standard 310g and weighted it at 3 and 9 and weight in the handle. Plays great, but still looking for more swing weight so am tempted by the 97H but fear it’ll be too much racket for me. The new V Core Pro line launches mid-August, so will wait to see what tweaks Yonex have made to the V Core Pro line 🤞
Yonex is the final frontier for rackets
Haha I dig it!
and in response to your question, i'm using a babolat pure drive vs (98). good power and spin, but the feel is a little jarring. on a bit of a break, but whenever i get back into competitive tennis, i will definitely check out the yonex line!
The pure drive can definitely be a bit stiff and unforgiving. If you're coming from a pure drive, highly recommend something from the ezone line.
When you started the video I was hoping you'd reference tiafoe. Love that guy
He’s great, one of my favorites to watch!
Great video, keep it up. i recently started playing tennis again after a long break and i've been demoing racquets . I definitely liked the Ezone Tour more than the Pure Drive Tour. I felt like the stiffness of the Babolat would give me trouble over time. I could also control the ball way better with the Ezone, the Pure Drive seemed to be flying on me a bit. I'm also going to try the Vcore 100 and the Head Radical Pro before making a decision , but i'ts going to be tough to beat how much i enjoyed the Ezone Tour
Definitely know what you mean. The Ezone is for sure more comfortable, better feel. Pure drive is a bazooka! Idk how I played with it for so long 😂😂
Man, this video speaks to me. Thank you for putting this out.
I was using the TF40 and contrary to what I thought, a lighter frame does not necessarily mean more comfort
I didn’t have stability and when hitting against powerful shots, I would feel all the damn vibrations and eventually aggravated my bicep/arm. Adding to the mix I would overswing because the TF40 seriously lacks power, even at low tension
After checking out the Aero and reading reviews, the Ezone Tour looks like a good option for stability, plow and comfort. Although what scared me were the sheer number of people complaining about arm issues.
How’s your arm these days?
Better but still not 100%. Do NOT go for a lighter racket, please take it from me. Ruined my elbow.
It makes sense you would choose the ezone as the ezone line is the competitor against the pure drive line. Also comparable brands to pure drive would be Dunlop fx500, head instinct and Wilson ultra if you are interested. I use the Dunlop, grats on your yonex😊
I think so too, but they really have a very different feel. The Ezone is much more muted and less “ping-y”. Pure drive with bigger pop and spin potential.
@@BSTennis for sure spec wise they are same on paper but the feel is very different, pure drives to me always felt like a hollow tinny frame to me, I chose the dunlop because it had a nicer crispy feel. The ezone would be a close second for me but I didn't like its dampened feel.
@@nd7434 yes, that’s a great way to describe it!
"I started thinking... Is it time for something new?" - that my friends is the power of marketing
Haha I don’t know about marketing as much as using the same racket for 20 plus years.
same for me, I used to play with a head speed weighted 500gr, now I play with the Ezone 98 regular, never tried the tour, but I have to say the feeling is amazing. I might add some lead the next tournament season.
I recently switched from a wilson prostaff 97 to a the Ezone 98 Tour as well. I gave up a little spin for more control and plow. I just love the control I have with the Ezone 98 and when I want I can hit monster flat balls.
You think the Ezone 98 has more control than the Pro staff 97?
@@tomr1056 I don't know about new versions but I have v11 PS 97 and compared to the Ezone 98, the Ezone has more control and less unpredictable balls. I Ezone has a dense string bed at the sweetspot compared to the more open bed of the ps 97. I got more spin with the ps 97, but also had problems with ball placement. On the Ezone 98 I'm getting a more consistent ball, easier placement, and better serves.
I hv been playing with ps 97. Tried pure aero but I still like the Wilson. I might give ezone a try
I love Tiafo, but if I remember correctly, Yonex has been popular for a while in WTA. For ATP, I remember David Nalbandian using a Yonex. Yonex is slowly taking over the racquet market!
Thank you for this review. Heavier racquets are better for the arm. I switched to ezone tour as well. And arm problems are gone. There is an interesting video from a HEAD representative also validating that. Players should go with the heavier racquet they can handle. Added weight equals stability.
bsleezy it's ya boy aadrian. great video man! interesting, informative, love the B-roll and ridiculous camera quality. i didn't think i camera could ever be this crisp! lmao looking forward to new videos from you
Yo!!!! My man. Crazy you found one of my videos haha. Just getting this channel started so looking forward to making more.
@@BSTennis youtube suggestions was on point! can’t wait to see your upcoming vids. i’ll be supporting you bro ⭐️
Would be nice to see you on court to see how you play. Also, it's possible to mod the standard Ezone to pretty much Tour spec, and fine tune it along the way to EXACTLY what you want.
I’ll def have more video of me playing but please temper your expectations lol I’m not that good!
I'm a big fan of the vcore 98 tour that recently came out. I'm using it now but I'm demoing the ezone 98 tour and I'm very much on the fence about switching
Love the video, and I think maybe you can try to lower your tension? High tension might have some impacts to your joint, I strung with 42lbs and it feels good.
Yes I’m gradually making my way down!
Got one to replace my Blade V7 18/20 (whoch I pumped up to 350 g strung).
Felt like a brick on a stick for me, so I added a leather grip to balance it out.
And you added lead to the head?? My arm would fall off if I did that.
Now the Ezone Tour is my emergency racquet. For cases when I suck hard.
But I agree, it is awesome.
Haha it definitely has a "deader" feel to it, but I prefer that. When I added the lead, it felt like a dream. I'm hooked!
Hi! Very nice video, thank you for sharing!!! I come from a PA100/300g, I tried ezone 98/305 , I really like the control and precision but I did not like the stiffness and (maybe because I came from a spin frame) the ball goes too much long with the EZ. So I studied a little bit more and discovered that vcore tour98/315 can me my next frame, spin/control and less stif than the ez, so it should be something like the pa100/300 that I’m using now, but with more power control precision and consistency , have you ever thought to switch to vcore tour??? Your comment will be very helpful for me, thank you!!!
Love your videos, keep it up mate
Thanks man!
Yes! Yonex make great rackets.
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The Ezone is the stiffest Yonex racket. how is it possible you can cure your golfarm with that frame?
If I looked for a heavier armfriendly stick I would go with the VCore Pro;)
(but thats just me: I personally prefer more the rackets on the control side.
The choice for a specific racket is very individual.
and generally you prefer a similar racket you are familar with. the switch from.a powerhouse like the Babolat pure drive to the Yonex Ezone is a logical consequence.
thank you for sharing your racket journey.
I have been tempting to try Ezone Tour 98 and i think i will now.
i am currently VCore 98 with 4 4" lead tape on 3 and 9 plus 2 dimes in the butt cap.
I also have a very sensitive elbow from years of playing. So I use hybrid string setup and a dampener.
no issue since.
question though:
Ezone Tour is already 332 g heavy and 300 on the swing weight
do you still need lead on 3 & 9?
Honestly, you can probably rock the ezone tour stock, I'm just a big fan of lead at 3 and 9. When I used the regular ezone 98, even with lead, it felt too light, so I went with the tour. Play around and see what you like best!
Vcore was a flimsy harsh mesh. Ezone is alot more arm friendly and solid
I hate how Babolat head guards don't protect the edge of the hoop. The guard looks undersized.
Thank you for explaining your racket journey. Do you have any issues adjusting from extended racket (27.5) to the regular size?
Great question! I didn't, honestly, thought I thought I would. Even if I stuck with the pure drive, I was considering going down to the standard length anyway. Bit more maneuverable and you don't notice the length much on serves, etc. I'm now a big fan of standard length.
Hi.
Thanks for the video. I am a 3.5-4.0 player. I am a Ezone 98 user but started out on an RF98 which is my number 2. I am seeing some arm problems with the Ezone, most of it I attribute to my technique and my self-correcting that I am seeing that less of a problem. However on those days where I feel sore or feel the Ezone feels too powerful, I switch to the RF98 and that certainly helps and I am able to control my shots a lot better though I recognize it is an advance player racquet.
I am curious about what said regarding how the tour help with your arm problem. Particularly I am wondering if the higher weight has helped absorbed that shock as I suspect when I use the RF98. Can you elaborate further?
Overall I like the Ezone and have now been able to control it more and am still experimenting with strings (Hypercore Soft 17) but have been considering demoing the Tour. My goal would be eventually to have 2 of the same racquets so that I can develop consistency but not wreck my arm further.
Thanks.
Raul from Brooklyn
Hey Raul! Yes, the weight has definitely helped. My biggest mistake was not adding weight when I used the vcore 98. Typically, a heavier racket will help with stability and vibration absorption. I am currently using the Ezone tour with lead at 3 and 9 on the head. I haven’t weighed it, but if I had to guess strung in total I’m at about 340 grams.
In regards to arm issues, strings also play a huge roll as well!
Actually I recently tried the ezone 98 and didn't like it much. only good thing i felt was fast head speed. I wonder what ezone tour would be like with much more weight
Roddick doesn't use the standard pure drive..it's not playable on pro tour..it's for girls and juniors
The problem with your elbow might has to do with the balance of the racquets
Nice video!!
Thanks Alex!
Hey are you still in the DFW area? Would love to get a hit sometime!
Not anymore! I definitely miss it.
are you still using it? and how's the arm?
I’ve switched to the vcore pro 97h! Ezone is a great racket, I’m preferring the softer feel of the vcore though
@@BSTennis was the tour bothering your elbow, hows the power on the vcore pro compare? i'm narrowing it down to the ezone 98 vs the ezone tour 98, got over TE about a year ago and don't want to reintroduce it but want more plow thru than current solinco racq
Y did v core ruin ur arm cos it didn’t have lead tape?
Yes and no. Probably its because its too light, so less firm, more vibration.
I believe (in my very non professional opinion) is because I was used to using a racket weighted around 340-350 grams. When I switched to the vcore 98, strung is around 320. So a mixture of vibration-y racket and lighter weight. I should've added lead :/
how ezone 98 compares to ezone 100?
Very similar, the 100 is going to give you a bit more power and be sliiiiightly less maneuverable, but they are very small differences.
@@BSTennis thanks a lot, like your videos
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