Babolat Pure Strike 16x19 Review by Gladiators (Dominic Thiem?)

[@davelee6002]

Because all racquet reviews are subjective, having three very different players makes it more balanced. And the fact that these guys are not employees of a tennis store makes it even more objective. Could this be the most balanced racquet review channel on the internet????

[@gladiatorstribe]

Absolutely incredible to hear that!! This is exactly what we're aming for! That's why sometimes our opinions split quite a bit, as our playstyles are very different. It's great to know that you like that!

[@johnrb9397]

Agree.

[@pro71]

@@gladiatorstribe Would be cool to have a more in-depth video where you go over each one of you guys playing styles.

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@pro71 Might do something like that!

[@yohanragunath4605]

Surprising

[@charlesdang2557]

Your reviews from players of contrasting styles really appeals to me. I don't always play the same. Sometimes, I want to play attacking, some days baseline defensive, some days flatter forehand, some days I prefer topsin. Obviously, I am still figuring out my game, but there's enjoyment in that. Your reviews all help to give perspective. Thanks!

[@gladiatorstribe]

It's awesome to know! Really hope our videos help you figure out your gamestyle! Playing differently depending on the conditions and the opponent is sometimes the key to taking the W! Though it's also important to know the gameplay you play best so you always know what to do when you start the match!

[@Burn7874]

Nice job guys, as always! Finally rackets are reviewed by real good tennis players that don’t work for a tennis store or brand. Although subjective it’s the best we have so far...oh btw I didn’t gel with this one myself. I would recommend you to test the Wilson ProStaff Six One 100 Tour v13 that came out under the radar...sweet hidden gem

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks a lot! Appreciate your feedback! The Pro Staff Six One 100 Tour has been requested several times and yes, we'll definitely cover that one in the future.

[@benjaminjensen111]

Thiem uses the 18 x 20 and he beefs it up to before stringing: 317 . 31,5 balance and 310 swingweight Strung aprox.:334 grams, 32,5 balance 335 swingweight Thiems Tension is 25 kg.... He uses full bed RPM Power or hybrid of Hawk and Lynx Tour Now try it again... and start the salivations.

[@tennisspektor4658]

Congrats on 2k subs!!

[@gladiatorstribe]

Massive thanks!! Huge milestone for us!!

[@olavjonas]

Hi guys! Love the videos! A couple of videos i would love to see are as follows: - A "how to-video" on how you do the "lag and snap" your forehands. Would be interesting to see how each of you hit, considering that all of you have different amounts of spin and different techniques on the forehand - A "top 5 and bottom 5 raquets", where you guys together make a list over the worst and best racquets you´ve reviewed - A review of tennis strings. Keep up the great work. Greetings from Norway

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hey!! Massive thanks for the feedback and for the recommendations on the videos! Might use it as a template for the next videos 😂😂 Some of the ideas have actually been on our to do list for some time now!

[@samackin6032]

I was fortunate to be on a playtest awhile back and my experience was pretty much in line with what Grishna said in the clip. I had a difficult time creating any sort of spin with mine and shots often seemed short. Flat serves were fine and one area where I really liked the Pure Strike was volleys. I'm currently playing with the new Babolat Pure Drive now and the PD is way more capable a stick in all phases of the game, imho.

[@gladiatorstribe]

It's interesting that you say that your experience was similar to mine but at the same time day that the volleys felt good. I found the game at the net quite horrible 😂

[@samackin6032]

@@gladiatorstribe I cannot explain it other than it felt really stable for volleys. 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@samackin6032 Could be, all personal preference! We're just giving guidelines here 😉

[@samackin6032]

@@gladiatorstribe Absolutely! Enjoyed the video from you guys.

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@samackin6032 Thanks, really appreciate it!!

[@sergeykouptsov]

Thanx fo review! Absolutely love my pure strike) I have a lot of topspin with this frame (much much more than with blade V7). Feel is muted. But it very comfortable (Gravity and prostaff is heart my elbow) . When I change my racket from blade to strike I win much more matches)

[@gladiatorstribe]

That's great! If you gained so much by changing your racket to strike, congrats! That's awesome! Have you changed your strings or tension?

[@sergeykouptsov]

@@gladiatorstribe same tension and strings.

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@sergeykouptsov Definitely the racket then 😂

[@AndrewBaba]

Put on it thin poly like rpm blast , tension 22kg and try again. Playing with pure storm/pure strike 16x19 for years and i cant believe what you said here.I absolutely love the racket and i can generate spin no problem. Im guessing you had wrong string and tension on it. I agree to the paint job. I dont like it either therefore I use it with black string and black overgrip

[@vestelth7024]

You could create a small video series about racquet technicals. Which string pattern and head size help which style, weight proportions, string types, adding weight to a racquet on your own, etc. I'd dig that! But who knows, maybe something similar is on your list already? Best of luck, this is a great channel :)

[@gladiatorstribe]

Yes!! A video series on that will be done for sure! Not a small one though, as it is a pretty wide range of specs to cover.

[@vestelth7024]

@@gladiatorstribe Niiiice

[@gladiatorstribe]

😉

[@anderdiaz1227]

Wow i really like that raquet its beautiful. Nice video, but i think i love more my pro staff v13 315 grams, what strings you recommend for my pro staff?? Can you give a budget string and a expensive??

[@gladiatorstribe]

For the pro staff I (Grisha) like to stick with Luxilon. Alu Power for the expensive spec and Adrenaline for the lower spec.

[@WE-vd8ux]

Pure Strike is bad with thick strings and high tensions as yours. Try a thinner gauge (1,20 or 1,25mm) and a string which allows more movement (it's an 98 inch head which is very tight in the center even for it's size) like wilson revolve or something like that wit lower tension (approx 22-23 kg).

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks for the advice!

[@WE-vd8ux]

@@gladiatorstribe rpm blast also works fine ;)

[@julianissocool]

I play with 18 gauge Head Lynx Tour in my Strike and find it to be a great match.

[@aaronwong7088]

How does this racquet compare to the technifibre T-fight 305rs. If you have to choose which would you prefer? Great video as always :D

[@gladiatorstribe]

I (Grisha) prefer the T Fight over this one any day. The Tecnifibre has a better feel and more forgiveness. In my opinion it knows way better what it was made for.

[@aaronwong7088]

@@gladiatorstribe great reply :D Thank you looking forward to the next upload ! :)

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@aaronwong7088 Hope or helps!! Stay tuned 😉

[@yassinehadlab]

Awesome video as always :) Can you please do the Vcore 95 or the Pure Aero VS?

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks a lot!! One of them coming really soon 😉

[@yassinehadlab]

@@gladiatorstribe Yaay :)

[@JohnSmith-pb4ri]

Recently picked up tennis again. So just still learning technique. I just got a Pure Strike. Seems to have a better feel and almost as much spin as my two Pure Aero rackets. Maybe it's the combo w/ Hyper G 16L? My two Pure Aero rackets have RPM Blast. But so far, I actually enjoy hitting the Pure Strike over the Pure Aero. Good feel, good control, good spin, good power but not too much power.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Well, strings do play a role but an Aero with RPM Blast would beat the strike in spin with a huge margin. Rackets are subjective and if the strike feels right, that's awesome!

[@AnkeethM]

Another solid review guys! I prefer the 18x20 version of the two, but I just don't gel with Babolat rackets, they don't have the feel that I like. Have you guys tested out the new VCORE 95?

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks a lot! We have tested the Vcore 95 yes! The review is gonna happen soon too!

[@AnkeethM]

@@gladiatorstribe Awesome! How would you compare the power / precision you get from your Gravity Pro with that one?

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@AnkeethM Quite similar in terms of power no matter the difference in head size. Though way more precision with the Vcore.

[@AnkeethM]

@@gladiatorstribe Hey thanks for the reply! I'm kind of surprised to hear that I thought maybe with the 18x20 pattern the Gravity Pro would give a little more control than the VCORE. Was the Gravity notably better in any other areas?

[@AnkeethM]

@@gladiatorstribe Haha I'm confused on that first part of your reply idk if it's on my end but I can't see the full sentence. Got you on the second part though, forgiveness is a lot better with that bigger 100sqinch teardrop shape. Thanks!

[@Die_grazile_Wurst]

why not use the 18/20 version which thiem is using???

[@evadejong2532]

I swear each review gets better and better!! 💯 Out of curiosity, which type of court do you guys prefer to play on?

[@gladiatorstribe]

Massive thanks!! I'm (Grisha) a full on hard court player, so is Niki. Areg, because of his style prefers clay. Makes sense right?

[@juanromeroresek3957]

Which ir better pure strike 3gen or speed MP 360+

[@gladiatorstribe]

Very different rackets! Can't compare them. This one is control oriented and the speed is about power.

[@master__frog5429]

can you review the HEAD inistnict

[@gladiatorstribe]

We most likely will in the future!

[@benjaminjensen111]

one of the very best volley rackets out there and Grisha gives it 3? I believe only Aregs review on this one. The racket has great plow through, stability, power and access to spin. put leather grip on, lead up the hoop with 5 grams at 12 ans use thinner medium shaped strings at gauge 17 at kg 22-23

[@ctbsancho2516]

I thought Dominic uses the 18x20?

[@benjaminjensen111]

he does

[@bsko2212]

Another nice review. You are so funny, Areg. You guys have such a good chemistry. Couldn't agree more with Grisha on this one. There are so many racquets out there that are way better. Thank you guys.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Huge thanks! Grisha here. I'll let Areg know you said that 😂😂 Yes!! Better rackets are certainly out there on the market!

[@riskafadilla6962]

Review Babolat Pure Strike 18x20 please!!

[@benjaminjensen111]

All other rackets are dark and glossy with funny 80's metro-man colours. This ones cosmetics stands out in a cool way. Its a hero theme racket.

[@Tbone2839]

I am new to your channel and appreciate the reviews. I wanted to point out that for me it helps to know what racquet the reviewer plays with as their racquet of choice and how the racquet being reviewed compares to that racquet. It gives a frame of reference and insight into the type of racquet the reviewer prefers and style of play. I now know that Areg uses Head Speed MP and I finally heard Grisha say he uses a Head Gravity Pro.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Welcome! We hope you'll like it here! Thank you very much for the suggestion. We will definitely consider implementing "racket of choice"section in our videos!

[@jamesadcock5235]

My racquet stiffest is 75 is that bad

[@gladiatorstribe]

That's considered really high. If you're not getting any painful sensations in any parts of your body though, you should be good.

[@kamran9275]

I like how the grip goes from a whitle wilson pro or smth to a tourna grip then back again. XD

[@gladiatorstribe]

Really cool you've noticed 😉 We did switch them a couple of times 😂

[@avatarnujy8713]

this review was actually really surprising! almost everyone I know loves the pure strike and has used it or is using one (even I use the strike 100!) im not saying the review is bad or anything I just found it surprising that u guys didn’t like it so much edit: I realized that the reason so many people use them is because for some reason they usually start using a pure strike is their first racquet lmao

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hahahha Thanks a lot for your comment! You're actually right, I've seen many people starting with this racket and sticking to it. We didn't really enjoy it that much and would prefer other racket over this one. Though it's always subjective and opinions might differ.

[@benjaminjensen111]

It is a great racket. power spin and control in one. just need to dint the right strings and tension for it. the design...either you like it or not. I happen to like it alot.

[@johnrb9397]

Now I understand why so many always seem to be selling used versions of this. People not so much liking the racquet. Grisha and Areg no chance fighting over the same girl 👧 ha.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hahahhhs yep you're right, the taste is quite different 😂

[@benjaminjensen111]

Areg likes it. so do several pros. everyone sells used versions of all kind of rackets.

[@johnrb9397]

@@benjaminjensen111 how is Aregie? I miss him.

[@benjaminjensen111]

@@johnrb9397 Just bought 4 Pure Strikes 3.gen 16 × 19 at empthy the shelfs Sales bargain. Christmas came early this year. Several people thinks it's better than the Gravities from head. Me too. Big sweetspot and great stabilty. Needs an agressive player. Needs medio stiff shaped strings 1.20 at 23 kg. Awesome control and power. 2 in 1

[@darkelf19901]

I’m currently using a pure drive 2014 any recommendation for a racket with more control and not as stiff?

[@gladiatorstribe]

A bit less stiff and a bit less powerful would be the Pure Aero. If you want more control so that the compromise on the power isn't to bad maybe you could try the Head Radical MP.

[@darkelf19901]

@@gladiatorstribe but will the radical be hard to generate spin? I am trying the artengo tr960 will u be making a video about artengo rackets?

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@darkelf19901 The Radical is going to have less access to spin but if you want more control you have to sacrifice something. The 960 isn't what I would call a racket with more control. It's a pretty powerful frame!

[@nathanmiller6051]

Thanks guys for this video, really appreciate the time and effort that went into it, also the thoughtful insights, but we are just miles apart on racquets I guess, I would love to get my hands on the 18x20 version! Does anyone remember the 2009 Pure Storm GT + the paint would just fall off! TW even had a disclaimer in their description of the racquet 🎾 haha I had two and the paint did fall off the racquet!! LoL oh but I loved the feel 🙏😰❤️

[@gladiatorstribe]

Massive thanks!! Oh well, I mean rackets can feel really different to different people. I didn't enjoy this one at all (although I should've based on the specs) but you might just love it. I must say, I don't really know how you can like it but oh well 😂😂

[@nathanmiller6051]

@@gladiatorstribe forsure! haha we can still be friends

[@gladiatorstribe]

Definitely 😂😉

[@Tbone2839]

I second what Dave Lee says. Having two or three players that are not vested in the racquets they review is good, hopefully you get an unbiased review. Also it helps when you compare the racquet being reviewed to other racquets because maybe a person has played with the other racquet and it gives a frame of reference.

[@RhayaderGoesToTown]

How would you compare it to the Radical MP?

[@gladiatorstribe]

They are pretty similar. What I've (Grisha) noticed however is that the radical is more stable. The access to spin is better although not a good one and the sweetspot just seemed bigger.

[@RhayaderGoesToTown]

Thanks! What do you mean by stable? More controlled? Also, how do they compare in terms of power?

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@RhayaderGoesToTown By stable I mean less wiggle on impact and better gliding through the ball. In terms of power they're just way to similar.

[@nakmuay5034]

I have both and I think quite the opposite... PS98 is more stable, more power, more spin and bigger sweetspot

[@benjaminjensen111]

@@nakmuay5034 The tennis warehouse university tool also gives quite good numbers to the Pure Strike.

[@brytonace]

This was great keep making great reviews

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thank you very much! Will keep it up!

[@Luciene3]

Love the way this racquet looks. The racquet isn’t that great and it’s harsh on your arm like every Babolat racquet

[@gladiatorstribe]

I (Grisha) agree. The harshness has a lot to do with the sweetspot as well. Don't think it looks good tho 😂🥴

[@sanjeevm2207]

Hey is Niki tryna grunt like Thiem. The nice EHHHH is spot on.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Niki's imitations are always on point 😂😂

[@neilavery2632]

Im playing with the tour edition - think it plays much nicer than this version.

[@gladiatorstribe]

We'll definitely review the tour version as well. Could totally be possible that it is better!

[@benjaminjensen111]

tour is just a beefed up version. you can make a tour by adding leather grip and 5 grams to 3 and 9 in the hoop. plus use thinner slick strings. its a great racket for a hybrid.

[@benjaminjensen111]

ATP player Ryan James Storrie (1063) Playtested 8 rackets and Picks the Babolat Pure Strike 98 16 x 19 over 8 others and also over the Technifibre T40. He Says the Technifibre is much softer and the Babolat has more power. He also says that he has good access to spin with Pure Strike. I dont really know why Grisha cant get spin out of the Pure Strike 98 16 x 19 as everybody else seems to be able to do that. Maybe bad strings in the frame. maybe bad specimen of the racket? Maybe needs techique adjustment? Pure Strike gets really good reviews by good players else where on the big ole internet.

[@sanjeevm2207]

yeah this racket is weird, it reminded me a bit of my old racket, the babolat aeropro drive from 2013. The groundstrokes felt the same and idk the strike is stiff. Idk why it's called strike, it doesn't really give much power than the other two babolat you've reviewed. In my opinion, I would think the name STRIKE would actually be an aggressive word. More than drive and aero. Whatever Dominic Thiem is just built different I guess.

[@sanjeevm2207]

But then again the control is pretty nice, 👍

[@gladiatorstribe]

Yeah, it doesn't remotely give the same amount of power as the other two. Control, well yeah but there are way better rackets for control than this one.

[@benjaminjensen111]

@@gladiatorstribe Other great experienced players humbly disagree a lot. quite good reviews online on the Pure Strike with some gives it 9 out of 10. Your own Areg seems to like it quite a bit. So im sure you either got a bad apple, put in wierd strings/bad tension or you swing style and tecnique just dont work with the Strike. also the choice of string 1.20 co poly in mains and 1.30 multi in cross both at 23 kg plus adding leather grip + lead at 3 and 9 makes it shine.

[@tomislavstevic3022]

Hi. Im trying to decide between the Pure Strike and Pure Drive. I have a two handed backhand and Im baseline player. Any tips? Thanks.

[@gladiatorstribe]

The PD is a very powerful racket while the PS is way more controlled. Depends what you're looking for it's one or the other 😉

[@benjaminjensen111]

Pure Drive is an arm wrecker. Pure Strike is not.

[@avisar21]

THIEM using 18x20 version :D But i agree with grisha. I played with it 6months. I even customized to thiem specs. Still shit racket, plus is was stiff even with soft string. I remember big pain in shoulder from this racket, plus too overpowered :D

[@gladiatorstribe]

Yep hahhaha the 18x20 hence the title with the question mark. You're right I'm also not a fan of the strike series. The 16x19 tho, is just a mess.

[@benjaminjensen111]

@@gladiatorstribe But Areg likes it

[@mikhailshi]

My first racket after returning to the sport after a big break! My arm hurt after playing with it so I moved on to heavier more headlight rackets... Otherwise it's fine I guess, doesn't excel in anything. At least looks very beautiful in my opinion

[@gladiatorstribe]

You're right, the racket is OK in everything except for the volleys where it just sucks. There definitely are better rackets out there and especially if you're turning back from a long break.

[@benjaminjensen111]

@@gladiatorstribe Other reviwers says the opposite. namely that the vollyes are excellent with this racket. also the pure feel c2 has made this racket arm friendly than the previous itterations. coming the sore arms it has a lot to do with strings tension and choice of strings.

[@benjaminjensen111]

most likely you strung it to high with a very stiff string. use it with multifilaments full bed or with a hybrid with 1.30 multifilment in the cross and a 1.25 or 1.20 slick medium soft co-polymer in the mains all at 23 or 22 kg and its a dream.

[@benjaminjensen111]

Areg seems to be the only one knowing to play with this awesome racket. Everyone else online gives it high marks and scores.

[@hanslanda1597]

try the tour version, it is much mooooore interesting

[@gladiatorstribe]

Will do! Thanks!!

[@hanslanda1597]

@@gladiatorstribe Thanks! Will there be a rating plate for Wilson pro staff v13?

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@hanslanda1597 Back when we did the Pro Staff review, the tanking system wasn't there yet. I'd say it was a solid 8 for Areg and I and about a 7 for Al.

[@hanslanda1597]

@@gladiatorstribe А как он в сравнении с гравити про в маневренности?

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@hanslanda1597 В сравнении с какой из гравити?

[@クリームイカ]

All in all, for the majority of fans they should release a second-generation with this paint job would probably solve the dissapointment~ The racquet is my choice for now. The biggest problem must be the out-of-center shot because of the stiffness, I do like the muted feel, or if I would say so the less feel the better I think the spin issue comes from the lack of feel and pop out effect from the high stiffness, which you can't really have enough compact and the ball has already flown away~~This racquet gives those Babolat style's powers if you do the things right, and I will keep it with me a while. And be careful this racquet is thicker at 3,9 o'clock (before I would ignore that and now I think it really is different compares to all-the-same width) Since Areg, not a very tall guy feel more likable to this stick as I do, there might be some implication lol

[@gladiatorstribe]

Yeah, stiffness has a lot to do with how this racket performs. Areg was the one who's enjoyed it the most so yeah 😂

[@karimwortelboer]

Vcore pro pleaseeee

[@gladiatorstribe]

😂😂😂 Give us time pleaseeeee

[@jonathanchen1026]

We got Zverev and Cilic doing racket reviews for us 😂😎

[@gladiatorstribe]

Always there for you 😂😂

[@lordwellingtonthethird8486]

Funnily enough this racket helps me generate tons of spin!

[@Chris-yv4xg]

You guys know that Dominic plays the 18x20 version? Just saying

[@gladiatorstribe]

Guess why there's a question mark in the title 😉

[@Chris-yv4xg]

@@gladiatorstribe Still confusing 😂😂🎾🎾 but you are right.

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@Chris-yv4xg Thats fair enough 😂😂

[@Chris-yv4xg]

@@gladiatorstribe do you plan to review the 18x20? I absolutely love it and I'm curious to know your opinion

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@Chris-yv4xg We most likely will in the future!!

[@ericfreeman5795]

Grisha: "I did a few slices, though I'm not going to get into it because....who cares about slices?" LMAO. From then on in I knew that this was a review that I can trust. No political correctness at all. All in all, it's a beautiful and sexy racquet that you would take on a one night stand, but not one you would want to marry. And to Areg, a little advice. Get serious, dude. Women talk. Congrats gentlemen, you just got a new subscriber.

[@クリームイカ]

Two handed backhanders don't care slices

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hahahahaha this just made my day! Huge thanks man! Really appreciate your incredibly detailed feedback! I'll let Areg know you said that 😂😂 He's the guy who makes this entertaining, we just provide information

[@クリームイカ]

@@gladiatorstribe np guys, you can tell him that I think his legs are very fit as well😜

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@クリームイカ Will do 😂😉

[@שאוליכוכבי]

Hey there guys, iv been using the 2nd gen pure strike 100 sq , strung with hyper g 125 mm, at low tenision 46 lbs . recently iv been exploring my tennis: iv changed my forehand technique since i has been breaking to many strings , couldnt create my own pase and felt awkward with semi western grip , switched to eastren grip , and since been playing and coaching with agressive and confident type of style. also been trying difrrent raquets lately such as : pure strike 100 3rd gen - didn't like on my backhand side ,pure aero - too powerfull and fits for spinners,pure aero vs - felt hollow, head gravity tour - uniuqe feeling weird head , head speed pro - liked it but i dont know if it fits flat hitters , head extreme pro (yellow version) - like the aero , wilson blade - too felxibale , yonex v core- didnt like at all . all been strung with rpm blast , iv made a switch for the hyper g , i find the ball sinks in the string bend better in this string . further more iv tryed different grips size and brands . from all of your exprience with difrrent type of raquets and based on the info i gave you , what kind of raquet would you recomend ?

[@gladiatorstribe]

From what I've heard, you said you liked the Speed Pro but not sure if it fits flat playing style. If you liked the way the racket plays, it doesn't matter what it was meant to do. Although I (Grisha) being a flat player have used the Speed Pro so yes it fits a flat game. Another racket that could do based on what you've said is the gravity pro but then you'll have to deal with the weird head.

[@שאוליכוכבי]

@@gladiatorstribe yes im mainly thinking of gravity,speed, even prostaff , so what is your choise Grisha , what are you currently using , including grip size , string and tension??

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@שאוליכוכבי I guess if I could pick any string it would be the Alu Power. Currently playing with the Lux Adrenaline, Grip 4 27/26 kg.

[@שאוליכוכבי]

@@gladiatorstribe wow your crazy playing tight and also large grip (: , i forgot to ask you about Tecnifibre TFight 305 RS?? , how do you compare it to the raquets iv mentioned

[@gladiatorstribe]

The T-Fight is quite control oriented. To me it feels something like the Blade 16x19 but a bit more powerful.

[@hobbyfuntennis6287]

nice and unique contet. I am a big fan off you guys. 🎾🎾💪💪

[@gladiatorstribe]

Huge thanks!! Awesome to hear!

[@wanhazeeq5357]

Yes this is what i waiting for thank you😊

[@gladiatorstribe]

Hope you've enjoyed it!

[@SergeiBarol]

"Guys, if you like the new strike.. it's not a new strike блять" :D Гриша, отжёг наславу. Спаисбо за обзор!

[@gladiatorstribe]

Ой, а понятно да было что я сказал? 😂😂😂

[@SergeiBarol]

​@@gladiatorstribe ну конечно :) русский русского поймёт :D

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@SergeiBarol Это точно 😂🤭

[@tahmidtajwar4596]

Great review guys! I recently played with this racquet and instantly hated it. Doesn’t have any feel at all. Really horrible cosmetic also.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks a lot! Yep, this reaction is quite understandable 😂 -Grisha

[@Mewborne89]

Racquet is hideous IMO, the last iteration was one of the best looking racquets IMO so i dont know what happened… tried this racquet and hated it as well, but in all fairness I never use Babolat. Way too “cheap” feeling and powerful. More of a Gravity, Blade, V Core player. Good play test! I know you guys did the Extreme MP, but try the Extreme Tour. Guarantee you guys would all enjoy it!

[@gladiatorstribe]

Yep, I (Grisha) totally agree with you. The racket is a bit to stiff and yes, a bit cheap feeling. In terms of the tour version of the extreme, we'd absolutely love to do that one and we will!

[@LeonBa]

If you do the Extreme Tour, you need to lead up the frame by a few gram to get the perfect racquet (imo of course)

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@LeonBa We'll see what we do when we get the racket. Thanks a lot for the recommendation!

[@mskcrc]

I think it looks great. Not as nice as the Rafa Pure Aero (one of the best-looking rackets of the last several years) and the Pure Drive (2018 and 2021), but better than the yellow Aero for sure.

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@mskcrc Looks are really subjective in my (Grisha) opinion. Although it's understandable why you like the design. Honestly most of the people I've asked like it. Maybe it's just me...

[@benjaminjensen111]

tennis warehouse gives it very good review.

[@svlagonda7417]

Big fan of the channel but not a fan of this particular video as weird background music is kind of distracting.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks for the constructive criticism. We'll take it into consideration next time.

[@chuckfriebe843]

This review is all wrong and this racquet is fantastic. Control is insane and first and second serves are amazing. Spin is also spectacular.

[@benjaminjensen111]

I think that Grisha got out the bed on the wrong side with this one. Other reviewers give it high grades and some even had switched to this one as their preferred racket at Tennis ware house. The cosmetic is just slightly different from the Technifibre 40 which designs he apperently loves. He says it sucks at vollyes where that is exactly were it shines the most and outshines other rackets. I think it has to do with his swing style that needs a different racket. I trust Aregs review on this one the most. He is agreeing with most other reviewers online. Areg also gives thsi one better grades than the T 40

[@adamthekingoftennis8112]

Hello 👋 guys I abseloutly love your content I am 14 years old and I am from Egypt 🇪🇬 and I am a young tennus player that plays with the wilson pro staff 97

[@gladiatorstribe]

Massive thanks! Great to hear! How's the Pro Staff performing in your hands?

[@adamthekingoftennis8112]

@@gladiatorstribe it is pretty comfortable when I first saw it I fell in love with the design I also bought it cause my hands are pretty strong for my age but sometimes I kinda can't control the shot so that is why I bought it also maybe cause I am a one handed backhand player

[@gladiatorstribe]

@@adamthekingoftennis8112 That's awesome! The racket can really do some magic if you do things right!

[@adamthekingoftennis8112]

@@gladiatorstribe yep it really does

[@gladiatorstribe]

😉💪🏽

[@benjaminjensen111]

One of the best rackets for those who can wield it.

[@adamthekingoftennis8112]

Can you try to post 2 videos a week

[@gladiatorstribe]

It means a lot to us knowing that you'd like that! That's a lot of effort for tho. If we manage to make it somewhat our full-time, we will be doing that. For now tho, we wouldn't be able to keep up.

[@adamthekingoftennis8112]

@@gladiatorstribe yeah sure most importantly is that at least you have to give it a shot because I have to wait from week to week I would wish that you make videos everyday but I know it is impossible you can make 2-3 videos a week but again as you wish but I really do care that you post 2 times a week

[@yohanragunath4605]

I use it is very powerful

[@benjaminjensen111]

yes it is...... seems like they got a bad specimen or put in wrong strings and wrong tension for it.

[@atat9851]

Areg is so funny lmao

[@gladiatorstribe]

We know, we know... 😂😂

[@adamthekingoftennis8112]

Yo Grisha where is Al

[@gladiatorstribe]

Yo, he got a bit lost 😐

[@adamthekingoftennis8112]

@@gladiatorstribe I will check my pocket

[@vendetta1340]

The grades are too much diferents to be serious. Areg is the closest to all i have seen about The model.

[@benjaminjensen111]

Areg is in line with most other reveiwers of this racket online.

[@oc_g2236]

This rackets has been out for a while kinda a late review

[@gladiatorstribe]

We hope you don't mind 😉

[@benjaminjensen111]

OMG. it really spins a lot. especially good for second serve kick. You must have done something real special to the racket for not making it spin and strung it with epoxy coated kevlar at 70 kg. You say it has low potiential for spin.... and that is not what everyone else is saying or experincing.

[@benjaminjensen111]

Wrong string for this racket and to much tension. 1.30 in a 98? nah 25 kg? nah Luxilon Adrenaline? nah too stiff for this racket. Try Solinco Tour bite 1.25 at 23 kg or MSV Focus Hex 1.23 at 23 kg and give it 5 grams of lead at 12 and we have a winner. Get a better Stringer guys.

[@Cokediction]

Noti gang

[@gladiatorstribe]

That's awesome to know 😂😉

[@vendetta1340]

Cmon its not a serious review

[@benjaminjensen111]

5,5 from Grisha means he has not understood this awesome racket. Needs some fitness.

[@Goldenfrieza-md5pg]

I have a love hate relationship with this racket😂

[@gladiatorstribe]

I have a more of a hate relationship with this racket 😂😂

[@Goldenfrieza-md5pg]

@@gladiatorstribe yeah I’m leaning more towards the hate side 😂 but I haven’t been able to string my pro staff😫 so I’m stuck with it for now😂

[@johnsonpeng6997]

Racket review with actually good play testers, can’t stand watching 70 year old men play

[@gladiatorstribe]

Thanks a lot! Really appreciate it!

[@benjaminjensen111]

ofcourse you cant create spin with this racket with that poly string at that tension. please be serious. You might be great players but obviously you are not stringers. The racket is not a spin racket but more a control and players racket. Such racket, like Pure Strike needs a multifilament, like the Xcel or MLT at 27 kg.... and then you will have enough spin/control and power. also if you dial down the poly to 24 kg. you will start having spin with that racket. A hybrid of MLT in the cross and a hexashaped poly in the mains at 23/24 kg, is the best for that racket. also the 100" is better coming to the sweetspot. your babolat aeros are also 100"

[@RossBayCult]

No spin? Who the hell is this hack reviewer? I stopped half way through this.

[@gladiatorstribe]

Great to know. Thanks for the comment. Appreciate it.