Is this the best 98 right now?! Head Gravity Tour 2025 Racket Review | Rackets & Runners

[@tomk5238]

It would be good to have a video comparing all the new 98s

[@Bambotb]

its a must

[@steverosen8644]

Great great review and would love to see a deeper dive comparison with the Aero 98

[@carrera2213]

You mentioned about if we want you to compare Gravity Tour vs Aero 98, I think in depth Gravity Tour vs Blade might be more interesting for me.

[@amirmotmaen9838]

Thanks Luca! Definitely excited for a head to head between gravity tour and aero 98.

[@zcbowers94]

The Blade’s lived rent free in Head’s mind since it came out

[@sebastiancastellanos6165]

Just like the radical when they made the blade😂😂

[@kevingolden1966]

Not sure what you mean by this comment? 🤔

[@Stu49583]

@@kevingolden1966”live rent free” - one of the most overused phrases on internet, after “cry more”...He means Head was obsessed to make a true competitor to Wilson Blade.

[@kevingolden1966]

@ thx 😆

[@jlan6723]

​@@Stu49583thx. blade silo started as a radical copy though😂

[@outlawd3]

Perfect timing! I just got back from testing the gravity 98 and completely agree with you. Coming from a pure aero 98 and having a ohbh I am very impressed with this racket. Its almost like my old pro staff 97 and the pure aero had a baby (closer to aero tho). Very slightly less power than the aero BUT waaaay more control /precision in every shot category. Serve was also pinpoint precise with negligible speed difference. I’m gonna keep testing over next few days and really considering the switch. Also the paint is insane in person and feels great in hand.

[@proshepherd]

How does the launch angle compare to the aero 98?

[@outlawd3]

@proshepherd simply put I’d say flatter (not fully flat tho). Since my aero 98 has more spin and power with the same technique and power I was at first getting net. Then after adjusting and hitting through more it sorted itself out and I was hitting fine after 10-15 mins. I noticed this with my forehand, ohbh and slices were also lower and straighter (better than what I was gwtting with aero 98). BUT I played for 90 mins today for first time and have the test racket for another 5 days so will get better picture after that.

[@proshepherd]

@outlawd3 sounds pretty good. I'm currently using a pure strike 98 18x20 and I want something with a little extra pop and spin. I wasn't sold completely on the feel of the aero 98 so I'm wondering if this might be the answer.

[@outlawd3]

@proshepherd a playing buddy was on a previous version of that pure strike (also ohbh) and switched to Gravity MP 1-2 years ago. He added some lead tape some time ago to beef it up and loves it. BUT he is now also wanting to check this one out. Feel is also much more ”comfortable” for sure and less ”raw”

[@proshepherd]

@outlawd3 yeah sounds pretty good. I'm going to have to give this one a go

[@benjamingray4488]

Really looking forward to your new Tecnifibre reviews. Hearing good things.

[@zickosaurusrex]

You probably expect this question: what do you think about this racket and a one handed backhand? Because I really like the tour 100, but it a felt a bit slow on my backhand.

[@Julian0K]

One of the best I've used on the one hander.

[@zickosaurusrex]

@@Julian0K excellent! Thanks for the info

[@outlawd3]

I had pro staff 97, then the previous tour 100 then now the pure aero 98 as it gave me more power and manoeuvrability than the tour. The pure aero feels slightly more ”flickable” than this gravity 98 but this one feels much more controllable and I can put the ball where I want on the ohbh.

[@jackiet9141]

How is a two hander going to answer this question? lol

[@alann6523]

I just played this morning and it feels great on the one hander, with much more control too. On top of that, it feels really soft, like a pro stock. Very comfortable hitting big with this racket.

[@marcosvivoni1944]

how does it compare to the percept 97?

[@ankurmathur281]

Great Review yet again. Could you also compare it with the Speed MP and yes, an in depth comparison with Pure aero as well

[@RedRed-ng6mm]

A one on one comparison to the Speed MP would be great.

[@markhansen9731]

Nice stick comparisons and context in the review

[@Lucian86]

People prefer the looks of the old or pre-production model? What's wrong with them? It's a stunning looking racket

[@matteo4413]

Would love a video comparing all the top 98s (Boom Pro vs Gravity Tour vs Aero 98 vs Blade)

[@willfaust471]

And EZONE

[@murilo3123]

@@willfaust471 and Iso305!

[@Filmmaker593]

Thank you for your reviews, they really add a lot to the tennis community. Is there any chance you can do a review of the prokennex black ace 2025 racket?

[@zlzhao1104]

What string do you recommend for this racquet?

[@DG-zy9dr]

Ive been waiting for this video, thanks a lot!! I play with a vcore 100 and use spin (but not a lot) and like to flatten shots often to get more aggressive.. I want to switch to a control racquet because I think it will match more my style and was waiting for the GT98 for that but after most reviews I was more inclined towards the Blade because many ppl are labeling GT98 as not a control racquet.. Your video changed it, im going for this probably.. When you say the gt98 is more demanding than the blade do you mean in comfort level or just the fact that you need good technique to access control?

[@DG-zy9dr]

For reference I am a 6 utr

[@danielm.m.7654]

Aero 98 for Clay gravity tour for hard courts

[@Moe_Show]

Excellent video as always! Love those new Gel Rezies as well ;) Probably not a comparison you would have expected to make, but how would you boil it down to versus the EZone 98? The head size is probably the only similarity, and they have drastically different beams. They also seem to have gone in opposite directions when it comes to RA and swing weight - hence my question. I LOVED my Gravity Tour 100, especially on serves, and will still bring it out to hit casually. It’s what pure tennis should feel like but I struggled with it in matches. That’s where the EZone 98 V7 has helped me a lot. Might lack a bit of plow through but such a forgiving and stable all rounder, with still very decent control being a 98 sq.in! Probably not worth switching back to the Gravity 98 yet, fully focusing on my game for now, but would love to get that feeling back!

[@pavangarapati3003]

Great review Luca! Is this racket on your potential racquet switch this year? Would you pick Boom Pro or GT 98? Your reviews made me pick up Boom Pro previously. LOL

[@ionut.h]

I also switched to the boom pro 2022 and I love it. Maybe I will upgrade to the 2024 model this year.

[@mjp8415]

I’ve been demoing the 2024 boom mp after watching Lucas reviews and I have to say I immediately liked it. And I didn’t even want to like it. I wanted to like the speed mp but the boom mp meshed well for me

[@nickcraggs7478]

I'd love a more in-depth comparison of the Tour vs Boom Pro thanks.

[@TBro2024]

Nice review--thanks. How does it compare to the Radical Pro?

[@vnishpt7036]

Prolly gonna give this one a demo as the specs look quite interesting imo. Not really a fan of the Wilson Ultra-like vibe pj but I'll reserve final judgement until I demo. Solinco Whiteout v2 Camo pj is best i've seen from the 2025 racket issues to date imo. Thanks 🤟much for the detail review & insights ☮

[@Woody-vj4xm]

Always the best review with luca! Comparing with head speed mp 2024, what‘s your recommendation?

[@hobbyfuntennis6287]

Please compare gravity tour with vcore 98, aero 98 and maybe extreme pro

[@StarboardRecruitment]

Can't wait to try it

[@NickJ2473]

Already ordered mine.

[@minchoi5083]

Hello, the review I was waiting a lot ^^. My test racquet got lost by DHL.. big shame.. How do you compare the Tour with RF01? One of those will be my next weapon of choice

[@kingofclay-te2ko]

How does it compare to Radical MP and Speed MP?

[@applesforakbar]

Hey Luca, great review - did you have any string setups you preferred in the racquet?

[@DG-zy9dr]

@@applesforakbar he mentioned lynx tour and hawk touch if im not mistaken

[@austinli3757]

Luca do you prefer this racquet or the new tfight 305s?

[@dukies0799]

Which has a bigger sweet spot between this versus the PA98?

[@outlawd3]

In theory this one should have. Tested for 1hr today and I reckon its the Gravity.

[@lsfire3489]

I feel that the sweet spot is much sweeter and smaller than the tour 100 however the directional control is less than the radical mp but with much higher launch angle

[@TennisEngineer]

Another spectacular review. Thank you! How would you compare the Gravity 98 vs TF40 305 16x19 vs Blade Pro 16x19? The latter are my 2 favs at the moment (customized w/ more handle weight) but I have a feeling the Gravity is worth a spin.

[@Stuen4y]

I play with a 2022 Speed Pro and think I my game will benefit from something a bit more manoeuvreable. I tried the Pure Aero 98 and loved it but it's too harsh for my elbow and had to give it up. Would this or Extreme Pro or Speed MP be my best bet?

[@SpiceLifeWithShams]

You shooudl try out the Boom pro as well. I came from speed pro graphine 360+ , but it was too demanding and didn't have enough spin. Boom pro is a sleeper racquet.

[@Stuen4y]

@SpiceLifeWithShams I don't think I have a problem when fresh and get plenty of speed and spin on both ground strokes and serve. The problem is that after about 1.5 hours my serve is the first to suffer from the ~340 strung weight of my rackets. I like a bit more head light setup so have ~4g of tungsten under the butt cap.

[@adrianocastella6263]

Can you please tell me , how would you compare to a Prestige MPL 2023?

[@Lenus418]

Blade 98 and aero 98 comparison please!

[@Stu49583]

Which racquets would you recommend for confident FLAT hitting?

[@proshepherd]

I have tried a lot of the other 98 square inch frames on the market. Where does this one fall in terms of launch angle? More launch angle than which racket and less launch angle than which racket?

[@stuartlloyd-jones9583]

I use the blade v9. Trying the gravity pro ( just took delivery). How did you get on with the pro. Trying the larger sq inch. Getting g older, trying to give myself a larger sweet spot. I hit towards the top of the racquet head. Hoping this fits.

[@luisblackaller4029]

Tour vs percept 97 comparison?

[@raytrace2014]

How is this racquet for left handers?

[@vanodne]

It's fine if you use the back side for your forehand. And don't forget to use the front side for your backhand.

[@raytrace2014]

@vanodne that makes sense, thanks.

[@ardierr.2525]

Thanks, you compared it to boom pro and blade, i play with a boom pro (2022) but i do like the precision of the blade (v8 16*19) more, is the gravity more powerful than blade and more precise than boom pro? Regards

[@Kaitlync-d8t]

I Would love an in depth comparison between this gravity tour and aero 98. I’ve tried both and think they are the best two racquets out at this time! I settled on the gravity tour for my new racquet just because I had a touch more feel and control with it compared to the aero 98. Love your videos I’m starting to think you are the G.O.A.T. at racquet reviews!

[@jeremybrooks6705]

How about compared to the Vcore 95? Kinda' tear drop, and I find it very maneuverable. It's also 310 grams maybe around 22mm beam, but not constant. I've played the previous version of the Gravity and love the feel, but it's a bit sluggish compared to the core 95.

[@esihlesaunders6023]

Please also compare it to the vcore 98

[@richrichPL]

How about compare to pure strike 16x19 98

[@brunis_m]

I wonder what you mean by switching. Do you ever go out for a hit when you’re not testing a racket lol?

[@nicholasmorre7371]

I played with this. Fun, comfortable hit, but it is no Blade when it comes to competitive playability.

[@johnp1]

I guess the conclusion is that if you already have a decent control racquet, there're no compelling reasons to switch to this racquet. What about upgrading from the previous version?

[@peterpenhk]

so this is the literal "Boom" 98 😂

[@ZD-zv6nc]

I know this seems a bit stupid as the aero is more power and spin but could we see aero 98 vs gravity 98?

[@buzmez01]

What’s the string of blade?

[@DG-zy9dr]

Liking before watching 😂😂

[@abcd-fs2de]

What about comparison with T-Fight 300 98?

[@joeking4006]

Babolat pure drive 98???

[@oac001]

TW has swingweight listed at 328 😳

[@crazySeafood]

16:30 subtle

[@unotoli]

But why author repeats "higher weight" when it is HL that tells the story. "High sweet-spot" - that's unusual, but can it brake your style?

[@kimmorrison9169]

classic players racquet.

[@PedroHenrique-bs8hj]

No...thanks