Different types of tennis racquets - a Tennisnerd VLOG

[@a2casius]

Jonas, as always, much appreciate all your work. With regards to my own wishes, I would like to see you devise a more rigorous methodology as regards to your racquet and string reviews. For example, TW has their Playsight system to measure different stats so customers can see if their reviewed racquet generates any differentials versus their current. Perhaps you should think of devising a checklist and measurements so you and your audience can gauge the factual quantitative changes rather than just relying on the qualitative. Much appreciated.

[@johnnyguitar6697]

I would second that. Having a set sequence for the review would help compare between frames.

[@nostro1001]

Interesting idea Chairman - certainly food for thought for sure! Personally, I like the quantitative approach. The reason being despite quantitative differences and important stats such as weight, balance, swingweight, headsize, beam thickness, RA etc, thereafter much is based on personal preference and each racquet may play differently in the hands of a different player, based on their style (technique, weight of shot etc). And then there is the differential that sting choice/tension makes. That can really change the playability (better or for worse) dramatically. Typically, we can see how Jonas plays, we know the type of racquet he gravitates toward, his preferred swingweight etc, so I find his thoughts most informative. It's a bit like audio reviews. Perhaps stats are helpful, but we all hear differently and have different preferences. Nothing will beat a racquet demo, when all is said and done! Cheers!!!

[@hxhky]

Please use a microphone.

[@Multisportamateur]

Not sure if this was mentioned in the comments already, but I think the Head Liquid Metal Radical tour should be a 98sqin. I know because I purchased grommets HLMRT for my Head Pro Tour before. I had hit with this racquet once (the Made in Austria version) and it felt super good! I currently use the Head Pro Tour (with CAPs) as my primary stick. Love it!

[@Hurry19671]

Head LM Radical! is a beast! You can plow through with confidence, so you create the power you need with excellent control. What can a man expect more from a frame? Wilson ProStaff 95 is similar, and you can choose between 18x19 and 16x19 pattern. The latter smoother, livelier ball contact. Head LM Radical with 16x19 pattern would be top-notch. 100 frames are the trend, even for good players nowadays. 95,97, 98 Frames are giving the best control and still enough headsize against mishits. If you play more classic, maybe youeven like attacking the net you will these smaller frames give you more confidence.

[@miljantoto]

I agree about LM Radical.....I Have Two Tour models . For me, it's the greatest Head Racquet ever !!!!!!

[@Sokeresa]

@@miljantoto i have the youtek graphene pro and mp radical and I'm super happy. Switched from blx Prostaff 95 and i think the radicals are more precise more powerful and more maneuverable than the Wilson.

[@MikeSmith-yy1lv]

Good video. I would love to hear your opinion on racquet types for specific types of players, for example serve and volley....or baseliners. I'm a 4.5 USTA with a western forehand. What racquets types should I be looking at vs someone with an eastern forehand like yourself.

[@brandomaxwell]

I dig how you cover beam width's effect on power here, a topic often overlooked in such vids. Keep up the good work, nerd! (But do consider improving your sound setup :)

[@regisliou]

Excellent video content!This guy really knows his stuff and makes finding racquets easier for all tennis nerds out there 👌 big support love your channel

[@InfiniteQuest86]

Pro staff was awesome! But in high school I had to change to the Hyper Hammer when it came out to compete with the big oversize head power hitters... Now I'm using the Dunlop Srixon for all my competitive matches and tournaments! Lol, full circle basically.

[@monlewi1976]

Good format, please continue

[@johnnyguitar6697]

Hi Jonas, I thought this was a good overview. A suggestion: you describe some racquets with their characteristics, whereas I think it would be easier to understand for a beginner if you described all the paramaters individually. For instance: pros / cons of heavy vs. light frame; open pattern vs. tight pattern (and the variations); flexible vs. stiff; head light vs. head heavy etc. And then, you could show some racquets for illustration purposes. Another angle: a specific video for beginners racquets; another one for baselines / spin; another one for all-round / attacking; etc.

[@UhhhhhnooOOo00oO]

I still have 5 of those Head Radical MPs laying in my closet. I couldn't even give them away to charity. Perhaps I'll restring them and add some weight along with my Original Aerogel Drive. The opposite of racquets

[@TennisTimeWithLong]

Jonas, with the head liquidmetal mp 18x20 grommets is there anything on the market that would fit that? I’ve spoken to tennisonly and head Australia and both said no grommet available. Would like to see if anyone has changed grommets for these frame recently 😎

[@armandgallanosa]

So helpful

[@satyu131089]

I love the Wilson Six One, it's hefty but head light. So I can get power without taking huge swings, and also volley confidently and hit one handed backhands. But the bloody thing gave me an arm injury because it's over 12oz and I have skinny arms.

[@rachidbaaira9869]

great video, in your opinion wich is better the radicale tour liquide metal or Flexpoint liquide metal?

[@goranmarinic2923]

What is the most "ball pocketing" racquet that you have played with? Thanks.

[@lp9174]

He has a quirky serve step

[@truecrimejungle]

I love his serve lol

[@brucezidane]

My friend, before anything.........great mustache. What do you think about recreational intermediated player using Yonex Vcore Pro 97 (330) (i have it and love it) and wich type of string do you recommend?

[@srenperegrine447]

It depends on what you want for the string. Do you need it to be easy on the arm? How much money can you spend? Do you want more power, spin, or control? Do you like a softer feel, or more crisp?

[@brucezidane]

Søren Hi! Good point, I’m looking for spin and something easy for the arm, about the money let’s just say I do not skimp so much when it comes to tennis. Greetings.

[@srenperegrine447]

@@brucezidane I have a lot of suggestions, I'll try to explain each of them. Volkl Cyclone 16 Many players like this string for its tremendous spin potential and control. It's low power allowing you to take full swings. Fairly soft on the arm. Solinco Tour Bite Soft 16 or 17 This is a really nice soft string. I tried it and it was one of the softest strings I have ever played with. Not as much spin as others but very arm-friendly and good power. I don't like soft strings but for somebody who does this is very good. Solinco Hyper-G 16 I don't like this string for some reason, but maybe just me. It has a lot of spin and feels very soft. Does seem to break fairly quickly though. Gosen Polylon Ice 17 My favorite string. I actually use the 16g version in my Ezone DR 98. For the price, it is the best string on the market by far. Very low power stiffer string, but that allows me to swing as hard as I want up and get more topspin than with other strings I have used. Also the longest lasting string I have ever used. This stuff lasts so long you have to cut it out before it breaks usually because it goes dead then. You may like it if you string it at lower tensions. At low tension it feels okay on the arm, just not as soft as some others. I love the control and crisp feel with it, but it may not be for you. I always tell people they should try it though even if they may not like it because maybe you will change your mind. Gosen Polylon Comfort 17 A very comfortable soft for the arm multi string that lasts pretty long and gives you good spin and control. Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable 17 Never tried this but I have been told that this is string has the most spin on the entire market. It is low power and medium stiffness I think. Diadem Impulse 16 I have heard this is a decent soft multi string. Have not tried it. Prince SynGut Duraflex 16 My favorite synthetic gut string. Lasts fairly long and has a lovely soft feel, amazing touch and control with pretty good spin. Babolat VS Touch Natural Gut 16 This is the most expensive string on the market at about $42 US per one pack. But it is the easiest string you will ever find for your arm. The power, spin, and control are heavenly. Best tension hold of any string. The big downside though is that it breaks quickly and expensive, so if you are a string breaker you probably should not get this. If not, try it. It is hard to describe what natural gut feels like, but it is unlike any other string.

[@brankobakic9744]

I would like to see a test of some granpa rackets like The big bubba rzr 137 and vortex extreme spin 133 es and maybe weed 125?

[@Tennisnerd]

That would be fun actually! Will see if I can get a hold of these racquets 👍🏻

[@henryw5934]

what is the most arm friendly and best feel racquet on the market so far? im wondering between k7 prince twaron models, new head gravity, wilson ultra tour. i have wrist injury before and its hard to play with my current prostaff

[@b-oneHead9]

Great content, Mr. Nerd! In a video like this one, I would love to see some kind of side-by-side comparison of various strokes illustrating the differences among these rackets. For example, how does a strong top-spin forehands come off these rackets? Showing the launch-angle, spin, and speed characteristics with similar technique/effort using rackets in each category would really bring home how they are intended to be used and their strengths and weaknesses. Some basics strokes I'd find helpful and interesting are the aforementioned forehand top-spin, backhand slice, service, and volleys. I would also recommend something similar be included in your racket-specific play-test videos (which are also great btw!).

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks! Will take your feedback into consideration

[@tanthiennguyen9133]

I hope like a Gitarre better...

[@andresaavik]

Good video. But you should do the same video with the rackets people actually can go and buy. Eg Babolat, Wilson...

[@llamawizard]

there are more rackets out there

[@bowsershark]

I like that 🤴Prince open 14x18 pattern 93Phantom. The old school classic 98/95 liquid metal Rebel is terrific for stable groundies and vollies😀👍.

[@camlendrim7609]

Thanks Jonas for your very informative videos. I can’t quite figure out your forehand groundstroke technique. Are you using a Eastern grip ? Thanks

[@mrkm292]

Nice video mate! I have an old Prince racket (bought from a scrap store) but i don't actually know which model it is... it is a prince sierra midplus but don't exactly know the model.... is there a way to send you a picture so that you can tell me about it?

[@tedneanderthal7373]

Reviewing game improvement / tweener frames is a good idea as Tennis Warehouse ignores most of these models in their playtests. There are also lots of old classic racquets you could review; I recall you reviewing the Arthur Ashe Comp several months ago. It would also be nice to have overgrip reviews, e.g., Tournagrip. Tours of tennis resorts might also be a good option including review and evaluation of their facilities including size, housing, courts, pros, etc.

[@DeneNorton]

So do you prefer a hard racquet with soft strings, or a soft racquet with stiff strings!

[@benjifn6045]

Dene Freeland soft racquet stiff strings

[@Fernwald84]

Hi, Jonas: I think your VLog is a great idea! I believe a lot of tennis players would benefit by understanding how things like head size, frame thickness, string pattern, vibration cushioning and, of course, swing weight are measured and function. Then, with strings: the principal types of string materials, how they perform (stiffness, tension maintenance, spin production, etc.), typical string and stringing costs. Also, your opinion on whether co-poly string shape and "snap back" really contribute to topspin.

[@masterblaster2555]

Hi, Which of the currently available rackets do you find have the nicest impact sound?

[@MarceloRodrigues-ch1lv]

Do more of this!

[@AlexanderGr8]

Your videos are great. Many thanks. 👍👍👍

[@mrfrog235]

i wish to have a liquidmetal radic tour

[@sturejonson8097]

Love the liquidmetal racket!

[@eranbarash7268]

Hi, can you review the 3rd gen pure strike if you can get one 320gr unstrung? Also, a Dominic Thiem's racket specs, if you can it, will be awesome. Thank you for your videos.

[@gremsa]

eran barash dominic's racket is costumized to 315 gramms with 330 swingweight

[@91Stashek]

Nice video, i like new format. I've always wondered how to do custom paint job at home. Maybe it's a good topic for the next project. greetings !

[@Felix-ti2tb]

Hi @tennisnerd do you have any reccomend hybrid string for babolat pure strike 2017 16*19. I need a string that give me more control and precision

[@Sokeresa]

Volkl cyclone tour 17g or 18g with a good syn gut hybrid would work wonders. I'd you can afford it i recommend a multifill instead of the syn gut. That's my go to strong and it is amazing, lots of power and control and not bad spin.

[@ffallenaangel]

add sub spanish please sir

[@MarceloRodrigues-ch1lv]

The last footage sounds like roland garros

[@ricardospocko3878]

Hi there thank you for this content. Can you help me solve this problem? I have one issue with my old Dunlop Ti-2 racket. It seems to be too heavy ( I am an intermediate level player). I feel pain/discomfort in the lower part of the palm in the area of the little finger. My solution to this is getting a much lighter racket (270-285) head light. Do you think it will solve my problem?

[@Sokeresa]

First and foremost i would recommend you go see a professional. Take a lesson or two so they can see what's what and steer you in the right direction

[@ricardospocko3878]

@@Sokeresa thanks for the advice. I have solved the issue. The handle was too small and the racket was too heavy and head heavy. I got a HL 32 balance 285 racket no 3 - and the problem is solved. Cheers Mate.

[@Looii5]

Bra ide, är du svensk. Du här en svensk accent. 🙂

[@tanthiennguyen9133]

3 in 1....

[@blu1806]

Hi and thank you, yes please more please! ( add the price )

[@joeyjovan7453]

how tall are you?

[@Agent77X]

Go Rafa! LOL!

[@llamawizard]

what do you think about the volkl rackets?

[@Tennisnerd]

Volk make good racquets, especially classics like the C10 Pro!

[@zahmikk]

How different LM Radical Tour from i.Prestige?

[@Tennisnerd]

It has a slightly different feel, a bit crisper in the string bed compared to the iPrestige. I prefer it although they are two excellent racquets.

[@aerielellis5487]

This is sooo helpful! Thanks you =)

[@RorroFort]

what dp you thinkg about the babolat pure drive 2018?

[@RorroFort]

@John Wilson did you stuck It up your butt? 😂

[@RorroFort]

@John Wilson "what is dp" sorry I don't undesrtand you

[@RorroFort]

@John Wilson Oh okay what a pity, just bought one a month ago, I hope It doesn't bother my arm!

[@RorroFort]

@John Wilson okay, thanks for the advice, I am using 52 right now. What is yout racquet of choice now?

[@RorroFort]

@John Wilson nice! the Wilson clash seems like a good option too

[@roundabout4531]

What racquet do you use for competition?

[@Tennisnerd]

Ouch. I am all over the place right now. HEAD LM Radical Tour for now, but hope to transition to something lighter soon.

[@opinioninvestigator375]

Great video 👍

[@DanTuber]

Never heard of Tenx. very expensive for a no-name brand

[@g2tennis]

The sound is too low

[@Tennisnerd]

Yeah, the microphone is a bit weak. Will fix that.

[@jgduff77]

Great! Keep it coming😊