These are the BEST SELLING rackets in 2023, but are they actually GOOD? | Rackets & Runners

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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...
#tennisbestsellers #federer #puredrive #pureaero #nadal #tennis #tennisracket #wilsonblade #headradical #yonexezone

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  • @theyruinedyoutubeagain
    @theyruinedyoutubeagain Жыл бұрын

    Crazy how small this channel is, as I find it consistently puts out some of the best technical content on rackets on KZread.

  • @vincenthunault5271

    @vincenthunault5271

    Жыл бұрын

    Agreed.

  • @mickicrochet
    @mickicrochet Жыл бұрын

    Always such great thumbnails on these videos 👍🏻 keep it up!!

  • @muskanbakes
    @muskanbakes6 ай бұрын

    This is the first video I have seen from this channel and I am subscribing

  • @Alberto_YT_
    @Alberto_YT_ Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video, we need more channels like this one

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot!

  • @JohnSmith-pb4ri
    @JohnSmith-pb4ri Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @platypusx11
    @platypusx1110 ай бұрын

    pure drive for years, absolutely love it

  • @davdmoi
    @davdmoi Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @therealdavidleong
    @therealdavidleong11 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @SuperCoolZomb1e

    @SuperCoolZomb1e

    9 ай бұрын

    I’ve seen so many pure aero racquets it’s crazy

  • @luishenriquesjr
    @luishenriquesjr17 күн бұрын

    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!

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Күн бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @RobertAlvin97
    @RobertAlvin9711 ай бұрын

    I really love my pure aero 23 it’s perfecto for me and am tempted to buy the pure drive as a second racket😍🔥

  • @johnp1
    @johnp111 ай бұрын

    Very informative.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @shagryin4616
    @shagryin4616 Жыл бұрын

    The most shocking thing about this video is to find out that you’re French! 😂

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷

  • @Bambotb

    @Bambotb

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RacketsRunnersVancouver je veux travailler avec vous 😇

  • @muskanbakes

    @muskanbakes

    6 ай бұрын

    Hahahhaa

  • @RaFox_17

    @RaFox_17

    5 ай бұрын

    I would have thought he had swedish heritage.

  • @001sander2
    @001sander211 ай бұрын

    Well bonjour and merci for the information

  • @davidbcg286
    @davidbcg28610 ай бұрын

    Me having a pure drive (2003 version) and looking for a change… to find this out!! 😂😂😂 Merci beaucoup

  • @kaisoccerfreak
    @kaisoccerfreak Жыл бұрын

    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).

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I think a couple more days demoing them and you'll figure it out...

  • @user-be5qg7mr1s
    @user-be5qg7mr1s Жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @aerondacanay8544

    @aerondacanay8544

    Жыл бұрын

    At what tension do you usually string your pd?

  • @user-be5qg7mr1s

    @user-be5qg7mr1s

    Жыл бұрын

    @@aerondacanay8544 53lbs with a poly like Hyper G.

  • @johntesoriero3382

    @johntesoriero3382

    11 ай бұрын

    Pure Drive hits a heavy ball

  • @andyv6299

    @andyv6299

    6 ай бұрын

    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

  • @stefanodelstef7988
    @stefanodelstef7988 Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @derekpappas1556
    @derekpappas155610 ай бұрын

    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 .

  • @Matthew-wo3zm
    @Matthew-wo3zm Жыл бұрын

    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?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @wildflower7574
    @wildflower7574 Жыл бұрын

    Volkl c10 pro. Smooth as butter

  • @zcbowers94
    @zcbowers9411 ай бұрын

    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!

  • @zcbowers94

    @zcbowers94

    11 ай бұрын

    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

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @jamesm6377
    @jamesm6377 Жыл бұрын

    Very interesting. Where do you think the Pure Strike fits in. I have an 18X20 and am quite happy with its performance

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @hybrid214
    @hybrid214 Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @ayushdaga4742
    @ayushdaga47426 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @masterspin7796
    @masterspin779611 ай бұрын

    I still have my Jimmy Connors wood racket I bought at Big5 sporting goods...1980's

  • @yongli4304

    @yongli4304

    2 ай бұрын

    What's your point, dinosaur?

  • @3trunk334
    @3trunk334 Жыл бұрын

    how would you compare the blade v8 16x19 vs the 18x20, as well as the pure aero 98?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @muhammedkaka1965
    @muhammedkaka19659 ай бұрын

    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?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    9 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @muhammedkaka1965

    @muhammedkaka1965

    9 ай бұрын

    @@RacketsRunnersVancouver thanks I'll remember that for the next time I string my racket

  • @johnkim652
    @johnkim652 Жыл бұрын

    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

  • @TM-vg4mx

    @TM-vg4mx

    Жыл бұрын

    same here, bought ezone 100SL and I love it.

  • @georgebebeselea1291

    @georgebebeselea1291

    Жыл бұрын

    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

  • @edwinchann7885

    @edwinchann7885

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @caioscofield

    @caioscofield

    Жыл бұрын

    @john demo as many as you can, what you actually like the best might surprise you.

  • @bevjosh97
    @bevjosh979 ай бұрын

    I love my Babolat Pure Drive! Have you tried the new 98 and if so, what are your thoughts?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    9 ай бұрын

    I have not but I really want to. As soon as I can, you guys will be the first to know.

  • @weyman4317
    @weyman4317 Жыл бұрын

    Prince 100p 18x20 great feel, power and control.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    Unfortunately, we don't carry Prince but with my love for the Gravity, I'm sure I would like it.

  • @reinterpret_cast
    @reinterpret_cast Жыл бұрын

    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?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @pugnax616
    @pugnax6168 ай бұрын

    What overgrip are using on these racquets? Thanks, great channel

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    8 ай бұрын

    Tourna Original XL: racketsandrunners.ca/products/tourna-grip-original-xl?_pos=1&_sid=68e01f161&_ss=r

  • @276tank
    @276tank Жыл бұрын

    Pure Drive 2021 for the win, just changed recently from the 2018 model. Its king.

  • @kaantosito409

    @kaantosito409

    Жыл бұрын

    im thinking of buying it quite soon. would you reccomend? and also what are its ups and downs?

  • @eagle22p4

    @eagle22p4

    2 ай бұрын

    Do you feel the difference between 2018 and 2021? I am still using 2018.

  • @notthebutterflyem
    @notthebutterflyem11 ай бұрын

    hey! thanks for amazing videos! can u please review Wilson Blade 102 Serena Williams?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    Unfortunately we don't cary it but if we do I'll definitely get a review out!

  • @notthebutterflyem

    @notthebutterflyem

    11 ай бұрын

    @@RacketsRunnersVancouver okay!😊

  • @AbhimanyuKharote
    @AbhimanyuKharote Жыл бұрын

    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

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @alandobson4347
    @alandobson434711 ай бұрын

    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?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @pro71
    @pro71 Жыл бұрын

    So Luca you are thinking about switching to pure aero 100? What about the gravity pro?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @PKJeff88
    @PKJeff8811 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    It definitely does! One of my favourite Blades. For some reason I thought it came out in 2008, but that was the K-Factor.

  • @davidcastle8185
    @davidcastle8185Ай бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Ай бұрын

    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.

  • @propgee
    @propgee Жыл бұрын

    Head presitge mid/mid plus. Yep old schoolish and the best thing to hit a court.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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...

  • @Teddy135
    @Teddy13511 ай бұрын

    How would you compare the Radical from 2021 to the 2023 model? Is it worth to upgrade?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @strengtheats6399
    @strengtheats63994 ай бұрын

    Best racquet i’ve used is the technifiber tf40, amazing feel and control. Feels miles better than the ezone 98 and radical.

  • @LuchoBillaud
    @LuchoBillaud11 ай бұрын

    The string you use in all your rackets is solinco hyper g?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    No, I use a variety of different strings. In the video there's RPM Blast, Lynx Tour, RPM Rough and Poly Tour Pro!

  • @EdmonBegoli
    @EdmonBegoli Жыл бұрын

    @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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @marianotrobajo6921
    @marianotrobajo6921 Жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @marianotrobajo6921

    @marianotrobajo6921

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RacketsRunnersVancouver Happy to read this! Thanks!!

  • @bigwealthpod
    @bigwealthpod Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @Alberto_YT_

    @Alberto_YT_

    Жыл бұрын

    Go for the speed mp xt bro, it has a Lot of control and it is 300 grams

  • @kabir.dhingra

    @kabir.dhingra

    Жыл бұрын

    Normal speed MP auxetic is perfect then

  • @bigwealthpod

    @bigwealthpod

    Жыл бұрын

    @@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.

  • @kabir.dhingra

    @kabir.dhingra

    Жыл бұрын

    @@bigwealthpod Stability comes from weight too, so maybe the Radical MP would have those issues too. Demoing would tell all though.

  • @bigwealthpod

    @bigwealthpod

    Жыл бұрын

    @@kabir.dhingra yeah I was thinking to demo the radical mp, pure aero, and tfight iso 305

  • @coneatscorn
    @coneatscorn Жыл бұрын

    any rackets more suitable for a one handed BH? currently using the blade 98 v8 16x19 but lacking depth on both wings

  • @edwinchann7885

    @edwinchann7885

    Жыл бұрын

    Maybe try adding lead weight and/or reducing string tension. May help with depth.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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: kzread.info/dash/bejne/m3x4t85_dM-Tpbw.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!

  • @JohnSmith-pb4ri

    @JohnSmith-pb4ri

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @diehlleonardo06
    @diehlleonardo06 Жыл бұрын

    Rackets great for one hand backhand, any recomendation???

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    I would go with the Pro Staff 97, VCORE Pro 97 or VCORE 95.

  • @levanabrzeni
    @levanabrzeni11 ай бұрын

    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

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @racketman2u

    @racketman2u

    10 ай бұрын

    @@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.

  • @SkywardFR
    @SkywardFR10 ай бұрын

    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

  • @phantom5573

    @phantom5573

    8 ай бұрын

    Agree, Babylot rackets are too powerful to control in long rallies.

  • @brandomaxwell
    @brandomaxwell Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @nathanielsnyder7396
    @nathanielsnyder739611 ай бұрын

    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…

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @alessiorusso1689
    @alessiorusso1689 Жыл бұрын

    if you made a your personal ranking of this racquests, including gravity pro, what is ?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    I think I'm going to keep that for the video where I talk about my racket switch journey...

  • @alessiorusso1689

    @alessiorusso1689

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RacketsRunnersVancouver i hope soon

  • @ragil09
    @ragil099 ай бұрын

    How about Dunlop FX500 . Can u explain ? Vs Yonex Ezone 98/100

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    9 ай бұрын

    I haven't played with the FX500 yet; we may be getting the new one soon.

  • @eptennisguy2375
    @eptennisguy2375 Жыл бұрын

    what brand are those white shorts?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    Asics!

  • @UbaidNazir-xy7un
    @UbaidNazir-xy7un Жыл бұрын

    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

  • @propgee

    @propgee

    Жыл бұрын

    Choose the head

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @StylishIrisman
    @StylishIrisman11 ай бұрын

    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?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    10 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @StylishIrisman

    @StylishIrisman

    10 ай бұрын

    @@RacketsRunnersVancouver thanks for the tip! I’ll wait until I feel the need so.

  • @khornheng6468
    @khornheng6468 Жыл бұрын

    Where'd you get your hoodie?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    Uniqlo, but they no longer stock it.

  • @CH-yp5by
    @CH-yp5by Жыл бұрын

    Most pro's don't use a blade they use a Wilson Steam 16 x20 that has been painted to look like a blade

  • @mindango4092
    @mindango409210 ай бұрын

    What kind of player would pick an ezone 100 over pure drive 100 and vice versa?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    10 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @rafaelfavaretto1773
    @rafaelfavaretto1773 Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @dankusmemus2350
    @dankusmemus2350 Жыл бұрын

    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

  • @mrtan6688
    @mrtan668811 ай бұрын

    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

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @mrtan6688

    @mrtan6688

    10 ай бұрын

    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

  • @gabrielfgary
    @gabrielfgary11 ай бұрын

    Can you do a best racquets for juniors video

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    That's a great idea, I'll add it to the list!

  • @pajavampir
    @pajavampir Жыл бұрын

    How does Vcore 100 compare to Ezone 100?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    I haven't played with the VCORE 100 much at all yet but I'll try to include it in a video soon.

  • @Dan-jh8zi
    @Dan-jh8zi3 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @Sn1PeRZzBLOOD
    @Sn1PeRZzBLOOD Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    11 ай бұрын

    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!

  • @stevenjm12
    @stevenjm12 Жыл бұрын

    I love Head

  • @emjay2045

    @emjay2045

    Жыл бұрын

    😳

  • @007cheburashka

    @007cheburashka

    Жыл бұрын

    Don’t we all.

  • @tonycella1395
    @tonycella13959 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    9 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @Inc.Co.
    @Inc.Co.10 ай бұрын

    Would you say this order also corresponds to your own opinion? Or would you rearrange the list?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    10 ай бұрын

    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 😅

  • @JaydeepDave12
    @JaydeepDave124 ай бұрын

    Merci.

  • @press_button_for_assistance
    @press_button_for_assistance10 ай бұрын

    Can we also have a top 5 most popular strings?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    9 ай бұрын

    That’s definitely something I’d like to do!

  • @DanicaM-eo5sk
    @DanicaM-eo5sk9 ай бұрын

    Head mp or Babolat pure drive?

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    9 ай бұрын

    Personally I prefer the pure drive.

  • @dunsdonjone1537
    @dunsdonjone1537 Жыл бұрын

    10:03 lmao

  • @williamyu9476
    @williamyu9476 Жыл бұрын

    The one EZone before Xi only had 100 version.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Did it have a specific name or was it just "the Ezone?"

  • @danielm.m.7654
    @danielm.m.7654 Жыл бұрын

    Ezone 100 is the best racket ever

  • @deviant662
    @deviant662 Жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    An amazing racket and definitely on my shortlist for switching (I'm also coming from the Gravity Tour).

  • @jimbomac555
    @jimbomac5557 ай бұрын

    Wilson all day

  • @gab_ale
    @gab_ale Жыл бұрын

    I popped my ankle once and I wasn't even trying to slide.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    🥲 Terrible feeling, hope you fully recovered.

  • @nadernayo
    @nadernayo10 ай бұрын

    👏👏👏👏

  • @987mikka
    @987mikka Жыл бұрын

    Prompts rétablissement alors 😃

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    Merci!

  • @Bambotb
    @Bambotb Жыл бұрын

    Prince would sell a lot more if pros used them

  • @devinderjainth4155
    @devinderjainth41558 ай бұрын

    Baised , Blade @ no 1

  • @AlfieTT84
    @AlfieTT84 Жыл бұрын

    No Clashes? Don't believe they are not in the TOP of sales 😮

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @diopappa
    @diopappa10 ай бұрын

    I bought once a Pure Drive and I honestly HATED IT.

  • @Shankar-Bhaskar
    @Shankar-Bhaskar10 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    10 ай бұрын

    It's a bit too difficult for my game but a fantastic racket!

  • @titronich7538
    @titronich75383 ай бұрын

    PA 100 or PA 98?????

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    3 ай бұрын

    I prefer the 98!

  • @showman1438
    @showman14386 ай бұрын

    I was criticizing you in my mind already😅

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    6 ай бұрын

    😂

  • @MiracleAgeGKS
    @MiracleAgeGKS5 ай бұрын

    Lets be honest - all racquets needs customization. ;)

  • @press_button_for_assistance
    @press_button_for_assistance10 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    10 ай бұрын

    Here you go! kzread.info/dash/bejne/p6yWrsixoLDVo6g.html

  • @press_button_for_assistance

    @press_button_for_assistance

    10 ай бұрын

    @@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.

  • @vwmusicplaylist1935
    @vwmusicplaylist1935 Жыл бұрын

    pure drive is like stiff club with horrible stiff feel. No thanks

  • @emjay2045

    @emjay2045

    Жыл бұрын

    I concur !!!

  • @nagordnogard2738
    @nagordnogard2738 Жыл бұрын

    Surprised Clash isn't in the top 5

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @goldencalf5144
    @goldencalf5144 Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @davidglover9210
    @davidglover92102 ай бұрын

    Pure Aero not Arrow

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    2 ай бұрын

    KZread is autogenerating chapters I need to figure out how to turn that off 😅

  • @PKVeteran
    @PKVeteran5 ай бұрын

    He is no french. He sound American. More specifically Californian.

  • @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    @RacketsRunnersVancouver

    5 ай бұрын

    You're not going to believe it when you hear me speak french then ahaha

  • @Legnerps
    @Legnerps4 ай бұрын

    Unique feeling....NOT uniquely feeling.

  • @douwemonsma5874
    @douwemonsma58748 ай бұрын

    Click bait. This is a pure marketing video. All rackets are "incredible". Then the list "buy here".

  • @emjay2045
    @emjay2045 Жыл бұрын

    OUCH!! 🤕 🦾💨 Aero 100 Pure Drive

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