Babolat Pure Drive 2021 Review by Gladiators

[@connyberg5665]

it´s really amazing to see you guys play.. what intense rallies! very inspirational

[@Silvringtinker]

NOOOOOOOOOOO! IT'S MY HIGHLIGHT! I fucking died. Love the channel! I went through all the videos and now im left empty. Can't wait to see more content and waiting to simp the Gladdy Shoppe when it drops bros.

[@gladiatorstribe]

That's HUUUUUUGE! Thanks soo much! Your comment made our day 😂 We're dropping new videos every Sunday 😉 and yes, a Gladdy Shoppe is coming soon too!!

[@b.lakeberg7456]

I recently tried a friend's 2021 Pure Drive. It was fun how easy the shot penetration through the court happened. I had to pick large targets to reign in the power. I felt some tenderness after the session. I had my best serving day with the frame. The extra power was noticable and appreciated. If I was going to pick this, I would go with the tour version for some extra plough and incteased stability. I usually play with the Prince Phantom 100p, POG 107, or more recent gravitation to the Diadem Elevate 98 customized.

[@gladiatorstribe]

It's definitely a frame that can be lethal. In right hands some very fast winners can be achieved. Though you gotta watch out for the stiffness.

[@evadejong2532]

Super helpful to have three different points of views! Thanks for the review 😁

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks a lot! Appreciate the support!

[@AJZolezzi]

Thanks for posting this video! Between Pure Drive 100 and Pure Aero 100 which one is a better racket?

[@matthuang6674]

Hey, I was wondering what your setup is with the Pure Drive? Strings and String Tension specifically. Thanks

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hey! RPM Blast 1.30 strung at 23kg (51lb) 😉

[@matthuang6674]

@@gladiatorstribe Also, how much weight do you put on the head? Thanks again

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@matthuang6674 Al added 5 grams to 12 o'clock 😐🙃😯

[@bsrichman]

@@gladiatorstribe was this weight on there for the entire review, for all players?

[@jacqueswolfaardt9422]

right now i’m playing with the pro staff precision 100 but planning to switch to the pure drive. What are your thoughts on my racket now and do you think it is a good idea to switch?

[@VanBastennMarco]

Have you changed your precision, im thinking about getting precision 100 Also, do you suggest it?

[@gastongonzalez3039]

Thanks for your great video, I love your reviews. I have a question for you guys. How would the pure drive compare with the Wilson clash tour? Thanks again

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hey, thanks a lot for the positive feedback!! Really appreciate it! The Clash is similar to the Pure Drive but it does provide more control than the Babolat and less power.

[@jaskiratsinghpanesar1902]

The noise is maybe due to the buttcap moving. I have a Vcore which make exactly same noise. I removed the replacement grip and again stapled the buttcap with some glue.. now it's perfectly fine. But believe me head is the best in quality ☺️ Although the racquets of Yonex match more in weight and balance but I have seen grommet problems and problems like this in them. All my heads almost match close. AND is this problem still there?? Love HEAD

[@gladiatorstribe]

Yes, you're right, it is the buttcap and there are several ways to fix it. It's just really annoying to have to fix something on brand new rackets 🥴 Especially if you have like four of them and the four have the problem 😂😂

[@jaskiratsinghpanesar1902]

@@gladiatorstribe lol... I can't believe that 4 of them have the problem 🤣🤣🤣😅 I would have tried to replace these in warranty

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@jaskiratsinghpanesar1902 Yep😂😂 Didn't work -_-

[@ispeakasiplease]

At 4:10 the guy says "I also put a dampener on it and that really helped me feel the ______ properly..." What was the word he said? Did he mean to say ball? Maybe it was something with the audio in that moment.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Yes yes, "the ball". Sorry for the audio problem.

[@olivierbonnaud4441]

Would you say that the Ezone 100 gives a little more control than the Pure Drive? Thank you for your advice

[@gladiatorstribe]

I would definitely say so, yes!

[@olivierbonnaud4441]

@@gladiatorstribe Thank you! I'm thinking about going for the Ezone 100 but don't want a racket only based on power and from your test this Yonex seems to be more complete and versatile than the Pure Drive

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@olivierbonnaud4441 That's definitely true. In our opinion the Yonex is a better choice if you mainly want power but still want versatility!

[@jordanaksamit1873]

Hey, can u do a video about the Pure Strike ? :D

[@gladiatorstribe]

It's on our list of rackets to review!!

[@CR4WLFC]

Yes please do the pure strike.

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@CR4WLFC Will do!!

[@ezekieltong12]

still a good buy this 2024?

[@martinrosemary5654]

Hello, Can somebody help me?, i bought the Pure Drive(strung) online today, i asked the tennis shop to measure the specs for me, according to them all specs are pretty much spot on except an extra 6g of weight, they told me balance is 32.5 mm yet when i balance the throat of the racket on my finger it is pretty much evenly balanced, so no towards the head nor the handle.., does this mean the stated 32mm balance is incorrect?.. , by the way the strings are Rmp blast 17g whit an Wilson sensation overgrip , would really appreciate your opinions!

[@farood5]

Can you kindly confirm the string and tensions you used and what was the best combination ?

[@pinchito9393]

Buenas, estoy pensando en jugar con pure drive pero nose cual coger si la de 300 gr o la tour de 315 gr... actualmente juego con aero vs con plomo y muevo bien pesos altos pero me falta un poco de potencia en la vs y pienso que la pure drive tour puede ser una mejor opcion para mi... la pudisteis probar la pure drive tour? saludos de mallorca

[@aeron1758]

What rackets are the other guys using right now?

[@gladiatorstribe]

Grisha uses the Head Gravity Pro and Areg uses the Wilson Ultra :)

[@Kotys_TV]

You think it is better Babolat Pure Drive or Yonex Ezone?

[@gladiatorstribe]

I (Grisha) prefer the Yonex, Areg does as well. Al obviously chooses the PD.

[@Kotys_TV]

@@gladiatorstribe Ok, thanks for response. GL guys, you´re the best.

[@gladiatorstribe]

No problem! Thank you very much!

[@jesuscamargo6820]

Pure drive or pure aero for the baseliner agresive player

[@陈陈-y6o]

What string do you use? And could you pls do a test for ultra 95 tour cv?

[@gladiatorstribe]

As we said in the video RPM Blast. Maybe in the future!

[@fabriplaysweet]

What you guys recommend about compare these three rackets of 2021: PURE DRIVE vs VCORE PRO 100 vs BLADE V8 100. I m looking for light and power racket that help me with spin, mainly play from base line

[@gladiatorstribe]

If you want power and spin I would go with the Pure Drive. Although they're pretty similar and to make a good final decision I'd recommend you try them out if you can before buying.

[@fabriplaysweet]

@@gladiatorstribe Thanks

[@eilonshiner4349]

Great review, I've just got 2 PD 2021, it seems like one has a bit of a lighter SW, I was thinking to put a bit of lead at 12, do you think it will be a good idea? FYI, I strung it at 55 and it seems to be sailing a bit short, do you feel at 51lb that it still has a decent amount of control? thanks.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Huge thanks! Putting lead at 12 really makes a noticeable difference. Be careful and don't overdo it. Stringing it that much lower will help with power and I wouldn't say that you'll compromise too much on the control. Also if you add weight at 12 and put the tension down the power might end up being over the top. Keep that in mind!

[@王宇-f8w]

I used the PD 2021 and i was using the 18 PD, I used RPM Power and strung it at 52 and i felt that the 18 PD have more response. Not sure what happend. I then switched my strings on the PD2018 to the RPM rough, a more muted string, but i still felt that the 18 racket had more response.. So guys can you recommend me strings to pair with the 21 and 18 pd to max out the control and spin and response of the racket. Ima kind of a hard hitting guy with topspin and sometimes without topspin. usually at baseline and servin vollying. GREAT VIDEO AS ALWAYS GUYS

[@HGM10]

Hey buddy how much more weight did you add to it..? And where exactly? On the sides right of the raquet or literally you put the lead tape on the head…? Please let me know Really appreciate it

[@gladiatorstribe]

He's just got weight at 12 o'clock 😉

[@HGM10]

@@gladiatorstribe appreciate it man, im back on the courts since about 20yrs ago Lol 👊✌️

[@DG-zl1gh]

Hola..I am currently playing with PD( 2012) version.. New version is it better than 2012 version..??

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hola! I prefer the new one but it's nothing too crazy.

[@zitaozhou7239]

Love the review! As a rec player, I like to try different rackets. Currently, I'm playing with Ncode 6.1 95, K factor 95 and prostaff 97 v13. But these rackets all lack on power, just purchased one pure drive after saw this video and can't wait to see the difference in power~

[@gladiatorstribe]

The power difference is going to be huge, compared to the rackets you've mentioned above. If power is what you're looking for you will enjoy it a lot! Congratulations on the purchase!

[@fingersm]

The prostaff is completely powerless

[@camdemodium4490]

@@gladiatorstribeI use the Six one tour 90 KFactor still 😂😂. Wonder how the power would feel if I left the Time Machine & tried this racket 🤔

[@rakshitpareek5709]

How is it compared to the current pure Aero ( standard version). I have a been playing with head ti.s6 ( a beginner's racquet), and I am really confused which one to buy next. I like to play aggressive from all over the court. I tried my friend's pure aero and liked it, I was using a lot less effort to make same powerful shots I used to make with my head racquet. Only thing is i felt was that I had to make adjustments in my style and add a little top spin in every shot. Unfortunately I can't try pure drive here, so what would you guys suggest me? Pure aero or drive?

[@gladiatorstribe]

Well, the thing is that with the Pure Aero it's way easier to spin the ball. You also get a lot of power with it but not as much as you do with the Pure Drive. If you're saying that you had to adjust your gamestyle by adding more spin to your shots, I'm assuming that it was so because the balls were landing long. If that's the case I would stick to the Aero, because you get more access to spin and enough power but not to a point where it becomes excessive.

[@rakshitpareek5709]

@@gladiatorstribe balls were sometimes landing long and sometimes straight to net. Probably I am more of a flat hitter, and hence to control the shots I had to add a little bit of top spin in every shot. This wasn't the case with my previous racquet. But I definitely experienced ease in making shots and acces to spin is easy. Unfortunately I had limited time with pure aero, would you recommend it for flat hitting style.. and for pure drive, does it also has same level of ease for both spin and power? I am inclined towards purchasing pure drive, based on KZbin reviews and I only had limited experience with pure aero, hence the confusion

[@gladiatorstribe]

The Pure Aero is definitely made for players that like to spin a lot. The Pure Drive is made for players who are looking for power. If you're looking for easy power on your shots, the Pure Drive can offer that for sure.

[@maxfabo8195]

Hello guys, great review, how many weight you add at the head of the racket?thanks

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks a lot! 5 grams 😉

[@maxfabo8195]

@@gladiatorstribe but all at 12 o clock or 3 and 9 o Clock?

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@maxfabo8195 All at 12 😉

[@maxfabo8195]

@@gladiatorstribe your arm Is too strong 🤣🤣🤣

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@maxfabo8195 Al is just nuts 😂

[@alvaroperez3102]

Buenas tardes, el cordaje RPM Blast 1.30 mm vs 1.25mm cual recomendaríais, y porque... Gracias muy buen video.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hola! Muchas gracias!! Cuanto más gordo el cordaje, mas tardará en petarse y mejor mantendrá la tensión. Cuanto más fino más potencia y más efecto va a coger la bola. Como norma general diría que si no petas mucho, mejor 1.25, porque también sentirás mejor la bola. Ahora, si petas mucho el RPM Blast de 1.25 no te va a durar nada. Todos los Gladiators jugamos con 1.30 pero petamos mínimo 3 raquetas a la semana.

[@alvaroperez3102]

@@gladiatorstribe Eso significa que estais trabajando bien al romper tanto… Gracias por ayudarme y os recomendaría hacer una review de la Head de Djokovic mp y pro si podéis ya que en KZbin no hay gente que le pegue como vosotros. Mucha suerte en los torneos 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@gladiatorstribe]

Gracias! Justamente la Speed MP es la raqueta de Areg y haremos un review de ella seguro!!

[@danielwilschetz1490]

I can’t find the rpm blast 1.30 string. Is this the rough 1.30?

[@gladiatorstribe]

No no, the full name is just Babolat RPM Blast 1.30

[@soulphase12345]

I am at a similar level as you guys and planning to buy PD soon. The string tension you said was 51 but were both main and cross 51 equivalently? by the way may i ask the name of the string used on the racket? Have you tried pure drive tour ? it is a bit heavier(315) with all the other specs same as yours. What would you recommend, just Pure Drive 2021 or Pure Drive Tour 2021? Sorry for too many questions. Really enjoyed your videos.

[@TheRausing1]

I have both and personally would recommend the normal one over the tour for most people; the added weight of the tour actually makes it a little harder to control the power and add topspin in my opinion. Not a huge difference though.

[@sanjeevm2207]

Just got this racket. What kind of strings do you recommend. I would think RPM blasts but what kind. Im a power maniac and just want more spin. Love your reviews, told my friends about your channel. They love your videos too. Love from Missouri

[@gladiatorstribe]

Huge thanks for the positive feedback and for spreading the channel! You have no idea how much we appreciate it! In terms of string for the Pure Drive, yes, the RPM Blast is a great option if you want power and spin. I would go for a 1.25. If you break your strings a lot tho, a 1.30 would be a better option. If you have a higher budget, Luxilon Alu Power 1.25 is always an option 😏

[@r4robin33]

This or the Speed MP for someone who doesn't hit with a lot of spin? Also, I like maneuverable racquets.

[@gladiatorstribe]

They both help a lot with spin. If spin isn't something you're looking for but you do want power, I'd recommend you give Yonex Ezone 98 a try!

[@MOKUMSEBLUF]

Hi, do you think this is the best PD in years, i allways played with pd from 2012 i loved that racket i got all the other ones after but never liked it the way i did the 2012, i had some elbow injury and decided to buy the blade16/19 (what a mistake) should i buy the PD2021 and be happy again with this new edition? Thanks lived your video and playstyles✌🏽

[@gladiatorstribe]

Huge thanks!! It's hard to say whether or not you'll like the newest version although we all like the newer model more. The racket is still really stiff and that's no good for the injuries. The blade 16x19 is a very different racket from the PD. If you want something like it but less injury provocative, there are other options on the market!

[@MOKUMSEBLUF]

@@gladiatorstribe thanks a lot, i choose the blade because i wanted to get rid of sone of my spin because we play on smashcourt the blade is a controle racket but i have so many offshots no control i really need my spin back, i normally never had injuries, now i do because of stupid mistake but its healing pretty good

[@MOKUMSEBLUF]

@@gladiatorstribe is the new PD that different from previous PD wit stiffness?

[@gladiatorstribe]

I see, yeah the sweetspot on the blade is way smaller, that's why it's easier to miss hit. Do you play with a dapner?

[@gladiatorstribe]

They're actually exactly the same.

[@ron980]

You guys absolutely slam that ball! Great review! How old are all of you? In university?

[@gladiatorstribe]

We're 20-21! We don't play for a uni.

[@danielwilschetz1490]

How much weight did you add onto the head of the racquet?

[@gladiatorstribe]

He added 5 grams.

[@fingersm]

@@gladiatorstribe at the top?

[@sergeykouptsov]

@@gladiatorstribe where add a 5 gramm. Top or 3-9? No gel in handle?

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@sergeykouptsov Nope, no weight in the grip. All at 12 o'clock.

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@fingersm Yes!

[@peterbedford2610]

I really like my PD strung with hyper g 17 at 50 lbs. I added 20 grams to the handle 4 grams at 12 oclock.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Interesting spec! you go all out on the power with the string and the tension but balance it out with the added weight to the handle. Sounds awesome!

[@svlagonda7417]

Enjoyed watching that. You guys play great. The problem with this racquet though is that its stiff A.F and tough on the arm, tendons etc. Fine if you're athletes conditioning/training everyday and you're in your early 20s, but everyone else will be visiting their physiotherapists after using this for several months....

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks a lot! Definitely agreed on the racket being very stiff.

[@lautarovides2820]

Great Video!!!

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks a lot! 😊

[@tennis-fan]

No backhand for AL ? 🙄🙄

[@nathanmiller6051]

Thanks guys great hitting and review!! 💪👏👍🙏‼️

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thank you!!

[@ivanpalaca6230]

Helow guys love your content . What model of the babolat pure drive you think is the best?

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hey! Thank you very much!! This is a tough question to answer. All depends on what it is exactly that you want from the Pure Drive. Also the weight that you prefer, etc.

[@ivanpalaca6230]

@@gladiatorstribe i want something that gives me the most power and control while not suffering from arm issues because i know the blade line is a very stiff one

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@ivanpalaca6230 Well, actually the Pure Drive has one of the higher stiffness ratings out there. Stiffness is what causes arm problems for some people. The thing is that a powerful racket has to be stiff so that it doesn't bend when taking a shot and the energy doesn't get absorbed by the racket. If you want a powerful frame, the latest normal Pure Drive can certainly deliver. Though arm problems might become an issue. Maybe try something a bit less stiff. Even the Pure Aero, less stiff, still really powerful.

[@ivanpalaca6230]

@@gladiatorstribe so among all the models the newest pure drive is the best?

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@ivanpalaca6230 I (Grisha) and Al actually prefer the latest version over the previous one for sure.

[@ZrohTempezz]

i have 3 2015 versions. how does this compare to those?

[@gladiatorstribe]

The new one is a bit stiffer and provides more power than the one you have. They are very similar though.

[@jabirout]

Hey, what à Nice review. By the way, hello from Belgium. Hope I could play like thé weakest of you boys (my oh my I mean, Grisha of course)... 😂😂 Thanks again, you made my Day ! I prefer your reviews over tw's !

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hey, huge thanks! That comment made my day! 😂😂 Greetings from Grisha!

[@azuremountain]

it is freaking gorgeous though

[@jynxMR]

do you know what grip the use

[@emvilegaspi3811]

Do a head radical pro review COLLAB with Murray if you got the chance

[@gladiatorstribe]

Collab with Murray sounds like a pretty easy task for a channel of our size 😂

[@fingersm]

Love the plus model as well

[@gladiatorstribe]

Which one do you prefer tho?

[@fingersm]

@@gladiatorstribe plus is possibly one of best raquets i have used. Im current Clash 98 player. Just waiting for a month to switch. I'm older and worried about injuries with stiffer frame. I never really liked the past models. Strung mine with 4G at 50pds. Im thinking 46pds woukd be perfect for this. I string Clash with Alu power at 56 pds and think it one of greatest raquets ever. I enjoy the different aspect of frames and steings

[@gladiatorstribe]

Well the Pure Drive plus is definitely a stiff frame. Especially if you compare it to the Clash. To be honest tho I (Grisha) do think that lowering the tension can help, you're right. If you can play with such a low tension, you're totally fine.

[@fingersm]

@@gladiatorstribe tried it with Poly Tour Pro 16 at 48. Feels great!

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@fingersm That's awesome!!

[@danielwilschetz1490]

This or ezone 98?

[@gladiatorstribe]

Honestly, I've (Grisha) played with both rackets and I really prefer the Ezone 98. It provides loads of power and spin just like the Pure Drive but the feel is way better. The isometric head shape really does it's magic. Now Al as you might have guessed would pick the Pure Drive.

[@BullyGarfield.]

@@gladiatorstribe okay

[@tmkok]

Too deep around the fence is not good IMO

[@gladiatorstribe]

Definitely not ideal, agreed 😂

[@thingsexplained5656]

I love hoe the smaller channels are more fun to watch Some times!!

[@gladiatorstribe]

Huge thanks!! Appreciate it! Wait until we get big 😉

[@thingsexplained5656]

@@gladiatorstribe you guys are already much bigger than i would ever get on yt! congrats man!

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks a lot! but don't set such low expectations of yourself! You got this 💪🏽 whatever it is that you wanna do!

[@sergeykouptsov]

вот какие обзоры должны быть на tennis warehouse)!

[@gladiatorstribe]

Спасибо, стараемся задать уровень 😉🎾

[@ОльгаЗафрен-Хариф]

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[@filipposclub]

HAHAHAH THE SQUEEKING NOISE IS REAL. i got the pure aero vs and same shi

[@gladiatorstribe]

Yep, it really is 😂

[@ОльгаЗафрен-Хариф]

С 1-м апреля! )))

[@MrAerialsound]

NIce backhand.... Those volleys made you look human tho.

[@gladiatorstribe]

You talking about Al? 😂😂😂

[@MrAerialsound]

@@gladiatorstribeOh, yeah. Was it apparent who I was speaking of? I love his movement and his baseline strokes. He simply needs to stay away from the net! We all have our Kryptonite!

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@MrAerialsound The fact that you mentioned his backhand and not his forehand is what confused me 😂😂

[@zuzannowak]

I am ordering myself a tournament t-shirt with #poormyopponents

[@gladiatorstribe]

Oh yes!! Merch idea maybe? 🤔

[@АлесяТуберозова]

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