💙 NEW 💙 2025 Yonex EZONE 98, 100 & 98+ First Impressions | Which One I Would Choose

[@TennCom]

WTF dude this is like your 10,000th video this month you are an editing demon now

[@ACTennis]

Made up for the year, now i'm done for 2025 😁

[@vaderg5272]

AC Tennis “First Impressions” review is more detailed and explanatory than other content creators “Full Review”. Love it mate, incredible vid. Super-interesting hearing about the 98+ having never tried an extended length racquet myself. Great hitting also 👍

[@ACTennis]

Hahah i tried to keep it as concise as possible for once , thanks mate

[@vaderg5272]

@ Quick question if you have time to answer. In poly/poly hybrid what are the best 4-5 poly cross strings which soften up stringbed, but still provide decent tension maintenance and SnapBack?

[@ACTennis]

@vaderg5272 Tru Pro Ghostwire and Head Lynx Touch are ones that will open up ball pocketing and comfort Ghostwire will be the softest and most ball pocketing, will retain the most spin, but it will break faster and always likely the first string to break before mains - but it's my favourite cross string Lynx touch is be slightly more muted, still create a lot of pocketing in softer frames that already pocket, but a bit more responsive in crisp racquets, wont snap back as hard, but if you have a strong sharp main, i think it's fine - also i think the durability is extremely good I don't bother to use anything outside of those, because i feel like these are specifically made to be cross strings, whereas say you could take Poly Tour Pro or something, but then there's just too many combos

[@vaderg5272]

@ Thanks! Finding it hard to get my hands on Ghostwire in Australia (I’m based Gold Coast). But I’ve got some Lynx touch so I might give that a go with a shaped main string.

[@ACTennis]

@ Thetennisstore , is someone in Melb that is stocking Toroline, Restring and Tru Pro

[@I.am.the_pan]

Ezone for life. Merry Christmas

[@sebastiandomagala9233]

Man, that´s some serious hitting. You really improved a lot. Merry Christmas. Excellent review as always.

[@ACTennis]

Appreciate it! Merry Christmas also

[@tenniswithandy]

Excellent video, your dedication to the craft is admirable. I haven’t used the ezone line in a few generations. I’m more of a vcore person. I’ll definitely demo it when we eventually start stocking yonex frames.

[@SY-it7xs]

Have you tried the percept 97? I'm currently using one weighed up to 327 sw, 353g, 31.48cm.

[@tenniswithandy]

@ I think I may have hit with it briefly, and I believe I liked it. How do you like yours? I’m currently in between 3 racquets: Whiteout 18*20, pure aero 98 and RF01 pro. I like them all for different reasons.

[@ACTennis]

Thank you Sir Andy 😁 My partner switched to the Vcore 98 ever since I did a review on it and hasn't looked back, my game has changed since then and actually might suit Vcore more at the moment with how it handles, but quite enjoyed the 98+, surprised i was getting as much wrist action as i was cuz i'm definitely not your size and strength haha That you committed to doing the store from your usual career is most commendable, and makes me wanna do something like that

[@SY-it7xs]

@@tenniswithandy I switched from the pure strike 98 18x20. I get better feedback from the stringbed and a longer dwell time from the constant beam width and flexy throat. It helps me adjust from shot to shot. I probably get a heavier ball from the pure strike. I'm still getting used to the percept for the volleys. The shape of the percept and the smaller head size helps on the serve for me. Currently testing different strings (RPM blast, RPM rough, ALU power, hawk touch, hawk power, polytour pro, restring sync, toroline Caviar and O toro) strung around 54-56 lba.

[@maddysund]

Great review and good to see you uploading regularly again. Merry Christmas mate!

[@experientialtennispickleball]

You're the G.O.A.T. man, hands down! Any chance you review or at least share any "short" impression about any Prince, Pro Kennex, Volkl rackets?

[@ACTennis]

Thanks mate. I think i'll consider doing them once the field dies down in Q1, when there's less stuff going on, too much craziness at start of next year, i'm barely going to keep up lol

[@sricharanboddupalli9418]

Excellent video and preview like everytime.!!

[@tomk5238]

This is the video i ve been waiting for ❤

[@gppgle]

Love your video - Merry XMAS

[@toemouse]

Awesome vid as usual. Backhand looking gooood!

[@bmanbusee3812]

Nice review man

[@Javi_C]

Excellent as always, appreciate the fast upload on the review! Happy Holidays!!

[@ACTennis]

Merry Christmas! thank you as always

[@Decranz-sb7pg]

great! I get inspiration and will try the 98 and 98+

[@louisedyhlen3234]

you're such a great reviewer

[@ACTennis]

Thank you! means a lot 🙂

[@paulyeung962]

Merry Christmas

[@vnishpt7036]

Thanks for the review & insights otherwise as always interesting. Happy Holidays🎅🌲☃

[@woomygabe]

Another spot on review! I'm only a UTR 4.5 but I demo'd the new 98, 100 and 100+. Used to main the 2022 EZ100 and of course have a DR98 to compare as well. If money was not an issue I would have one of the new EZ100s in the bag for when I get completely gassed, balls get old and need easy depth. The outgoing 100 I have currently serves that purpose (as well as being a great doubles stick) but everything is even easier with the new version - easier on the arm, easier power, better touch, more consistent string bed, same rock solid stability. Agree that the old ones got a bit stiff if strung high but my demos were also strung with PTP at 53lbs and had no comfort issues at all. I'm not good enough or fit enough to play with a 98 for the course of a match to keep the high swing speed up but the new one is much more forgiving than the DR98, which I found the sweet spot to be pretty small, however the flexy profile of the DR is still really nice to play with if playing well and my ceiling was a lot higher with that. The 100+ I tried for fun and might be a switch for a friend who's a defensive grinder using the 2019 PA (again, if money wasn't an issue). I think Plus versions/XL frames are still a pretty underrated option for better rec players just to get that more reach but still not unmanageable being under/around 330 SW.

[@ACTennis]

Can't really go wrong with Ezones, I do like the new ones - so many frames coming out though, hard decisions 😅

[@tophersuwita]

Will you say that shaped polys like Tour Bite give better "control" for Ezone 100? It can heighten the launch angle and control its power through spin

[@ACTennis]

@@tophersuwita EZ100 is already highly controlled, if you want higher launch angle than yeah need a shaped poly, because it hits quite flat and i don't suspect many players without super hand speed and strength will generate enough actual heavy spin

[@tophersuwita]

@@ACTennis I agree; what will you string in this racket: round poly full bed or shaped/round hybrid?

[@ACTennis]

@ I'm generally a shape poly user, it's more for the feel of the bite and all personally, I could play totally fine with just PTP or something

[@rob-bu3yw]

your Reviews are the best, I love watching them. the whole process, the layout is just perfect. i've been looking for the right tennis racket for a while now. I've already tried many, some of them definitely too short. i am lefty with a thb with a good swing and focus on groundstrokes. i need controlled power from the baseline with many rackets i have the feeling i can't charge through with all my swing, it becomes too uncontrolled and the balls end up in the fence. i'm more a flathitter with not so much spin. I have tested the following over the last few months: boom pro 2024 (thinking back, one of the best overall package) ezone 100 (not enough feel for me) shift 300 (very powerful similar to the ezone 100 strangely many forehands ended up in the net) aero 98 (tested far too short) percept 100d (very good overall but something was missing at the end) gravity pro 2023 (serve monster unfortunately tested too short the test time was extremely good huge sweetspot, great backhand and good forehand) do you think i should try the blade v9 18x20 and the gravity pro again? keep up the good work!

[@ACTennis]

Given that you can demo (i think) - Blade v9 for both string patterns is definitely a good consideration Gravit Pro maybe the new one if you think you are fine to handle the weight, because the new ones should be coming in a slighter lower spec , more headlight and lower swingweight, it will make them easier to sustain the swing, and if you really know how to swing them, for me nothing produces a ball like the Gravity Pro for our kind of level

[@rob-bu3yw]

@@ACTennis thank you very much for your reply! i will test the blade v9 and the new gravity pro. gravity pro is the limit of what i can swing also cleanly after 2 hours of hitting

[@hybrid11theory75]

Merry Christmas!

[@The4.0Guy]

You mention something about the ezone 100 that I have found with the outgoing version but no other reviewers have mentioned. I find i can crank the ball at contact and it flies through the air fast but when it hits the court it loses energy somehow and my opponents can handle it. It's kind of weird, like i expect to do a lot of damage but it doesn't quite happen on their end haha. Also, the way you were hitting in the video is how i think it plays best, i.e. hitting flat laser beams, more first strike kind of tennis. I don't think it is as well suited to baseline grinders. Lastly, i agree that its not great for creating spin, it can be done but its got a low launch angle and you have to have strokes that create spin, it won't give you much like the latest vcore. Because of its stability and lower weight it is a real weapon at the net. Great review!!

[@ACTennis]

That's particularly what i'm a bit worried about if i decide to give it a real go , because with my most difficult opponents, i need every millisecond taken away from their time as an aggressive player, that bit of time that they get for free off the bounce will allow them to defend easier - and i don't expect that I would bother weighing this up at all because it's so thick already, i think i'd just become slower - stock is where it's at for sure with the low weight But on the upside all that stability would probably allow me to play defensively and counter alot easier, where my current Gpro i can struggle if i don't swing enough on defense 🙂 Thanks for the feedback!

[@krisnawardana9300]

can you make an in-depth review as well for these 3 racquets? because I need to understand the different scores for every aspect of these racquets, thank you 😊😊

[@ACTennis]

Depends how much money i have :)

[@DanTheMan1610]

Thank you for your impressions of the new Ezone line. I would be delighted if you were to purchase the Ezone 100 and create a full review of it, as I am most interested in this model 😊 I played the Ezone 100 2020 for a year and the Ezone 100 2022 for a brief 15 minutes. In my recollection, the Ezone 100 2020 had high spin potential. The maneuverability wasn't as good as the Ezone 98 2020/2022, but the string pattern was more open and the launch angle was higher. I've never played an Ezone 98+ or 100+, as they are unfortunately not offered in Germany. I'll be testing the Ezone 100 as soon as it's available as a demo. I've always been fascinated by the controllable power of the 100. However, if I can't generate enough spin with the EZ100 2025, it would be a dealbreaker for me, as I primarily play on clay and heavy topspin is very important there.

[@ACTennis]

To get some great spin, you gotta be like Casper Ruud i imagine lol, it's such a thick beam, i resorted to very efficient stroke pattern - I think i could get higher launch angle, it's not really a problem, especially with sharper strings, but it will be more difficult to be consistently looping the ball unless you throw yourself at it. Clay would be a tough one

[@Meechael]

@@ACTennis does the 98 hit a heavier ball than the 100? Assuming average male physique and 3.5-4.0 level? I noticed that good depth is easier with the 100, but spin is easier with the 98. But not sure what to choose. I also only play on red clay

[@ACTennis]

@@Meechael 100 wont't spin so easily because of the thick beam, need to be very strong Clay i think you need speed and spin, which 98 would be better

[@danieltomchin7636]

Nice job making the length of the video 16X19 😆

[@ACTennis]

@@danieltomchin7636 Is it an achievement because it's 16x19 or that it was a miracle that i kept it under 20 minutes? 😆 haha

[@danieltomchin7636]

@ Because the ezone’s string bed is 16x19, at least on the 100 which is the one I play with.

[@ACTennis]

@@danieltomchin7636 Haha didn't notice until you pointed it out

[@johnnacke]

AC: I narrowed my search down to either the new Ezone 100 or 98… Im curious: if you had to select either one of these two rackets in stock form for match play, which would you choose? Being only a 4.0 old school senior, most are recommending the 100… but , I like whippy, and the 98 is more whippy… But I need help with power, too… and the 100 has more power. Tough decision! Best, John

[@ACTennis]

I would not intend to be the final decision maker because i've never seen you hit, so i mean, if you can demo them you should - i most likely have totally different preferences

[@johnnacke]

AC…I am pleased that you reviewed the Ezones. I am moving on from my prototype Shift 99, and decided to try the new Gravity 98 and the new Ezone 100..( some have suggested that I try the VCore 100, too)…I don’t play at your level , but I play very well for my age… singles 4.0… You did suggest that I try the Ezone 100. You seem to like it as well as the Gravity 98. I string with gut in mains 55, poly in crosses 52 to protect my elbow, but I am always tempted to go full poly. Is my string set up good for all of these racquets? And, considering these three racquets, which do you think would be a best fit?OHB ( slice, flat), SW forehand ( moderate spin and flat) … compact strokes with just moderate head speed… Happy Hollidays, Best, John… Again, imo, you produce the best racket videos on KZbin.

[@ACTennis]

New EZ100 i think will be more arm friendly, because of the stability, there is really not much shock that goes through the arm because of that - Gravity 98 is comfortable, but you are going to have to swing out big time, and if your technique is not the type that you are very loose and free flowing, it may lead you to have a lot more tension in your muscles, forcing the stroke to generate power, which would also result in tennis elbow or golfer's elbow For the average person, EZ100 is safer to play with, and full poly should be fine if you use a softer setup like Poly Tour Pro But don't think it would be great for most people with OHBH, though the slices is very nice . SW grip is ok, depends on your swing path, if you have quite an open racquet face and traditional stroke mechanics, it would work alot better with how thick the EZ100 is. Compact can still work, because it does generate some good power - but if you want more spin, good power, comfort and all, Clash V3 is also an option if you haven't though about that Thanks for your comments and support as always, Happy Holidays 🙂

[@guilhermebarandas6604]

Both the Ezone, Percept and Vcore work much better with lower tensions, 43, 40 lbs. I have been using Yonex for many years, and the best feeling is when we string them with 43 lbs. And Yonex is without a doubt the best brand of racket. Percept is the most enjoyable racket anyone can play, but it doesn't move the ball (I used 5g at 12 hours). The Ezone (I haven't tested the new model) moves the ball a lot, but with a very high RA, and I didn't use it precisely for that reason, and currently I play with 4 Vcore, which in my opinion is the middle ground between the Percept and Ezone, it spins well, fast, and has good control, I use 3g at 12 hours on each Vcore. I'm going to switch to the Ezone, because at 50 years old, my ball doesn't move as much as it did when I was younger (hehehe), and with this lower RA, it will be my next racket. However, I will use 53 lbs on the new Ezone, with Xcel, Biphase or Rexis speed. I use Vcore, Hyper G soft, 1.20 with 43 lbs. Before I used Smart 1.30 with 47 lbs. I liked the comments, straight, and this is what should be passed on to beginners or intermediates. And even at 50 years old, I still break A LOT of strings.. lol..The problem with me using multi is that the string doesn't last 2 sets...

[@ACTennis]

@@guilhermebarandas6604 All good racquets , just need to find the one that suits you the best - my partner uses the Vcore 98, and i'll muck aound with the Ezone and at times the Vcore aswell

[@Richibald1]

Wicked INTRO! You like the feel? You are a rare KZbinr sir. Presenters LOVE bashing the Yonex for the antivibration tech. Only tried the VCore 97D (last year's) it was difficult returning the demo I have to say. That 2025 flexibility in the throat is where they used there Minolon silk. The highest tensile strength in a natural substance. Interesting you point that out candidly because flexibility enhances touch and feel, accuracy too if a well made racquet. That tells me Minolon works. You're getting oodles of pop on that 1 handed b/h. Is that you or the racket. Having seen you inject pace numerous times before, hunch your technique is a big factor. Your arm looks loose in this session, that's the way the V-Core 97 D felt, buttery smooth and painless. Made me want* to hit harder. That's a very big deal. Anyway I'm a Doubles player with a seemingly insurmountable problem. I want a '97,' 98, or maybe a '99. Not for power obviously it's the accuracy I know I'm lacking. Which would you prefer competing with an Ezone' 98, a Gravity '98, a Pure Strike' 98 or something else perhaps? Very good video, what the Easy One also encourages is aggressive consistency. I'm certain that's why Yonex is so popular these days. I haven't had a bagworm hit yet but just the strategy sounds to compound on Yonex's success. Easy, accurate, injury free power. Thank you comprehensive video, enjoyed it. 👍

[@ACTennis]

Gosh, tough choices honestly, many things are good, i could easily move to another frame if i didn't have my main to fall back on. Depends on your swing type firstly The Strike 98, for me went too high swingweight and head heavier, didn't feel like that was the right direction, preferred the previous gen Gravity 98 there's not alot in between the 50-70% range, it wants you to swing swing swing, and can damage can be done as positively as it can negatively lol, but I'm a Gravity user so it comes pretty naturally at this point Honestly if i didn't have the previous EZ98, i'd pick this one up, because of the extra forgiveness, more than the average 98 these days, for personally i'd perform better as i'd be able to stay on top of the ball with less consequence - i can string tighter with no comfort issues if i need more control, and gives adequate amount of power - when i did swing out a bit more it definitely kept the ball down, felt completely fine to me, second nature I'm hearing good things about the new T-Fight though, i haven't personally used it, but apparently it's made the right changes, even in the mould

[@Richibald1]

@ACTennis thank you for the information. Really enjoy your channel. At first I thought how am I ever going to interpret the reams of Info you are churning out, thank God for rewind 🫢 But you're really thinking it all through carefully, really appreciate that. Between the oil infused grommets and now the bagworm silk for more feel and power you're making a strong argument. The Solinco Whiteout and Blackout seem very popular if you haven't reviewed them. (I'll check). 2023 Pure Strike is actually better sounds like hmmm! That probably means next iteration will be in for some significant improvements. Biggest thing I noticed with my 2023 Gravity Pro was I could get more consistently good at depth around the baseline. That and the swinging needed to be attacking at earliest opportunity or you were in for an exhausting rally. Heavy racquet but sooo solid if returning from baseline to baseline. That's what gives me pause about Yonex Ezone is the plow through for deep shots will demo the '98 this year for sure. Good luck with your channel, it's great that your game is as good as your presentation. I feel like I know you better since your Cameo in Beckett's show on most if not all the tennis presenters on KZbin. That pace on your one hander still leaves me shaken, what a bomb! 😬 Your toss is a thing of beauty. For the one hander you might want to try this tinker. Tip the racquet head slightly FORWARD (25° or so) .. For some reason the ball seems to be in the slot longer and it's easier getting your body into the shot. It also feels like I get more control on the shot. A confidence booster for me at least. Always a plus in a longer slug fest. Thank you for your reply looking forward to your next review, great channel. Cheers! 👍

[@ecobetnow]

my friend AC Tennis, hello from Russia. What the better for you& for your style? Ezone 98/100 or new Gravity Tour98 2025?

[@ACTennis]

Gravity 98 and Ezone 98 both suit me quite well, potentially Gravity 98 suits me just a little more because i use Gravity Pro normally, but you cannot beat the serve on the Ezone 98, so it's always a tough choice between the two - Ezone 100 not really for me because it's really fat haha, but i'm still willing to give it a go just to see

[@lloydcallaway9046]

You look like you're hitting very cleanly and powerful with the 100

[@ACTennis]

Thank you, it's pretty fun to play with 😁

[@OldManMidnight]

That looked like some heavy artillery on the ground strokes with the 100. Would be a random - but interesting comparison against your Gravity Pro.

[@ACTennis]

My Gpro has higher swingweight and i swing faster, so i penetrate the court fully - where EZ100 , thicker beam and low max potential swing speed, i wont be able to go right through (in particular with very heavy duty balls, which i often am playing with)

[@OldManMidnight]

@@ACTennis, I was thinking of the comparison in matchplay for you over a longer period of time. The Ezone could potentially keep you fresher for longer while still having access to quality shots. Also it would be interesting to see some Vlog style content of your matchplay games

[@ACTennis]

@@OldManMidnight That's for sure why both the 98+ and 100 kind of interest me, but if i decide, i gotta try only 1 of them, hopefully i don't make the wrong decision lol

[@BrooklynZue]

@@ACTennisget both and sell the one that doesn’t work out. I may do the same. Current EZ98 user and think I need a bit more fire power but my serve with the 100 is just not the same as with the 98, for reasons you mention. Despite being lighter, the thick frame and high twist weight of the 100, make the serve and OHBH feel sluggish.

[@ACTennis]

@ Too many frames coming out in Jan that i would like to try, lol - the resale value is very bad in Australia, everyone wants to gib you hard, low ball offers everywhere, and takes a while for things to sell even though reasonably below RRP already

[@MK-------]

Thank you for this in depth review. One question: with the extended version, did your arm fatigue more or sooner, than with the 98 or 100?

[@ACTennis]

Yes plus version will definitely fatigue easier, mostly because you need to make contact earlier, and when the ball is bouncing close to you, you need to be able to move the racquet fast, but it's a bit difficult with the extra length and swingweight Swingweight ends up being around 338-340 for plus versions

[@MK-------]

@@ACTennis Thanx

[@denzelhollis7924]

Did you happen to find an outlier for the extended version? I used the DR 98 +, and the downside was maneuverability on second serves and forehands. More the serve than the forehand. Upside was first serves, backhands and reach. Being able to slide and get more balls was really helpful. I was thinking an outlier lower spec might make the serves easier without giving up to much power. Considering switching back to ezone.

[@ACTennis]

Decided just to order one blindly, SW came in at 338 strung, which was roughly the same as the one i tested in this video I tried stringing with thinner strings to reduce the SW and see what happens, you have to be a bit weary that you do start to lose some plow through and power as you lower the SW

[@denzelhollis7924]

@@ACTennis Thank you, not a bad idea, hopefully you can get your hands on the new radical loving the thorough breakdowns of these rackets from you.

[@stavroszikou6975]

#Legendary 💪🎾💯

[@chirokom]

Don't know if it’s the camera angle and I know the 100 is more powerful than the 98, but the extra power and the more penetrating ball flight in the 100 was very obvious in your shots.

[@ACTennis]

@@chirokom Nah it's definitey like that lol, but because it's very controlled you can stay on the gas more - but it just depends if i would want to play like that with less spin as an option, and also the serve i would lose alot of my advantage on it

[@chirokom]

@ From your video it was nice to actually see the ball flight, power, speed, control etc between the 2 different head sizes. I personally play with the 100 now after years of playing with a 98 (as generating my own power in my late 40s isn't easy anymore for 2-3 hours on court). I could always tell there was extra power coming off from the 100, not to mention it being easier to hit, but I could never tell how much more and how penetrative it was. Too many demo videos are shot from one end of the court and give limited visual information about the playing characteristics but your video angles did a really great job in comparing the different functionality of the 2 head sizes, and even though this video pertains to the Yonex brand, you could still use it to demonstrate what one would expect to happen in other brands that supply models with a variation of head sizes. Thank you for your upload.

[@ACTennis]

@@chirokom Thank you! Yeah i purposely switched to this angle more often in recent videos, because i always felt like i was winding up massive at times and the camera wouldn't catch barely anything unless you really watched attentively, so it's good to know it works in the way in what i was attempting 🙂

[@mpj1117]

Thanks for the great video again! How tall are you? Do you wear omni court tennis shoes or all court gel resolution?

[@ACTennis]

I'm 1.78m or around 5ft 10 - I actually use full clay Gel Resolutions, because in winter, these surfaces get quite slippery with the fog or wet weather, so I need as much grip as possible so i don't slip and tear something. Also the tread on the soles for the clay ones are crazy durable, they look like they last forever

[@mpj1117]

@ACTennis i should get clay shoes not omni!!! Appreciate that!!!

[@johnnacke]

AC, I am impressed with your ball striking! You hit with so many rackets… What is your current racquet of choice…the racket you would use in match play? Also, what would you use for strings? Best, John

[@ACTennis]

@@johnnacke Appreciate it - I use Gravity Pro G360+, i've been using either Tru Pro Durafluxx or Volkl V square and Tru Pro Ghostwire poly hybrid

[@johnnacke]

@ Thanks, AC… Gravity Pro, a bit surprised…Ezones 98, 100; PD 100 or Gravity Tour 98… Which of these did you find to best support your OHB? Best, John

[@ACTennis]

@@johnnacke Gravity 98 worked naturally, Ezone 98 was fine - but i am not really affected by racquets all that much on my one hander anymore, technique first, racquet second 🙂

[@ivanhui0627]

@@ACTennisis there a reason why u are not using tourbite on your gravity pro now? And what string you would recommend for regna? Thank you and love your content as always!

[@ACTennis]

@ I wanted the higher swingweight from Durafluxxx, i would use 1.20mm Tour bite instead of 1.15 these days , but thats because my original Gpro is so broken in, its way softer than any other racquet

[@trentmccormick6171]

I found the 2022 to have a bit of a "hot spot" which could send balls 5ft long on random shots. Does this one also have that?

[@ACTennis]

I think that was to do with the muted feel + slightly lower forgiveness, so when you off centred the shot, you wouldn't notice as easily, and then essentially it would be a mishit and do something random like drop short or launch The addition of being softer + being more forgiving, i think there's going to be more power to offer outside the old sweet zone, but if you get used to controlling the frame, there should be less of it IMO

[@fretstain]

Other than the lower launch angle did you find the 2025 98 generates less spin? Some other reviewers have mentioned this as something they've noticed which worries me

[@ACTennis]

@@fretstain I cannot imagine it would be super noticeable enough , if anything it would come from the slightly less whippier feel i was getting , which means less speed vertically, but pair with spin string and im sure itd be fine

[@fretstain]

@@ACTennis thanks!

[@dhp5789]

@ACTennis I've been using the Vcore100 for a few yrs...really like the racquet but have never played with an EZ. I will be demoing when available. Any noticeable differences or tips? Do you think coming from a Vcore 100 to the new EZ100 will be too drastic a change?

[@ACTennis]

The Vcore 100 would take longer for me to adjust because the isometric shape is so pronounced, whereas the Ezone 100 is a bit more normal to use - probably won't be getting as much free spin, but it's a powerhouse with stability as the core of everything - i did not get to spend alot of time with the VC100

[@dhp5789]

@@ACTennis Thanks for the tips, love the channel!

[@raiderraider11]

what replacement grip you find best for yonex? i also use head L2 regulary and found the ezones to run big

[@ACTennis]

@@raiderraider11 Wilson feather thin grip should be thin enough to bring it back to a roughly similar grip size

[@farood5]

Great reviews, will the new ISO 300 and 305 be reviewed in early 25?

[@ACTennis]

Ty! possibly the 305, hearing good things about it already

[@juanantoniocanohidalgo5070]

Hello nice video, what rackets is more maneubrable, Ezone 98 or Pure Aero 98? Iam betwen this 2 rackets

[@ACTennis]

@@juanantoniocanohidalgo5070 I think EZ98 suits a faster swing, Aero 98 suits a bit more of a longer extended swing (even though people think about Nadal and the Aero) - but that is for the Aero 100 where the weight distribution is managed differently inside the racquet itself

[@Talynen]

Would you rather have the 2025 EZone 98 or 2025 Gravity Tour if playing against someone who hits hard with a lot of spin?

[@ACTennis]

Ezone will be easier to defend and more forgiving

[@Talynen]

@@ACTennis thank you!

[@seaneckhart9914]

Will you review the 2025 tour version?

[@ACTennis]

I'll demo it, maybe not a review, i kinda know how it's gonna play given i tried the last two, i doubt much different, the biggest story is going to be for the heft of the SW and higher balance point

[@MarkHibbitt]

One plus is the fact you felt it was a little more comfortable to hit with than the previous version? Any idea what the RA is and if it is lower than the version 7?!

[@ACTennis]

I don't know for sure, since TW haven't released their measurement yet, going off purely by feel, i'd say like 60-61 range

[@markhibbitt1269]

​@ACTennis ok thank you, potentially a few points lower than the last version which can be no bad thing. Comfort seems to be the battle ground with new rackets currently!!

[@CentaurusRelax314]

Hey-I like your content and I *love* the way you hit. So, I ask what is your racquet of choice? I’m in a location where I can’t demo racquets, so I basically have to just take a flier if I want something new. I’ve been comparing my 2012 Wilson Pro Staff six 100, 2013 Babolat Aero pro Drive, and 2024 Yonex vCore 98, but even though they all are different, the results somehow are even. I’m just looking for one stick that makes a solid enough impression that I feel like it’s definitely for *me.*

[@ACTennis]

Thanks a lot - i use the Gravity Pro 2019 / 2021 (same model) - skipped the Auxetic version because i didn't like the feel

[@CentaurusRelax314]

@ Thank you, sir.

[@NickNeras]

Thank you for your thoughts about new EZONE How it compares with PureDtive?

[@ACTennis]

I mostly skipped the last generation Pure Drive, and last played with the 2018 one , bit hard for me to remember, but the string pattern is alot more open on PD, i think launch angle would be quite a bit higher, not nearly as comfortable (sounds like that could be changed for the new one coming), PD will still have higher top end power, because it's stiffer, and probably easier access to spin

[@azure159]

Do you think that the Ezone 100 would be a good transition from the Percept 100D? I’m looking for more easy power and a slightly softer response but Im scared I would be sacrificing the things I love from the 100D which are stability on returns, directional control, and the feel on ball contact (servo filter vs vdm?)

[@azure159]

Also I wanted to love the 2022 Ezone 98 (never tried 100) but never could dial it in. I dont have a super whippy, top spin heavy swing so I didn’t gel with the feeling of the ball rocketing off vs the 100D where I can feel where I hit the ball on the strings. Unsure if the new Ezones or the 100sq would play similar

[@ACTennis]

@@azure159 EZ100 has more stability, at a lighter weight, use a soft string and it should respond comfortably even with higher stiffness, directional control is all there -but i didn't even like the Percept 100D feel, thought it was fairly mid, and i didn't mind the feel on this one, but we may have different preferences. EZ100 doesnt use whippy swings because it's way too phat to be able to

[@azure159]

@ Thanks! I’ll definitely give it a shot when I can get a demo. I think I don’t mind a slightly muted feel as long as I can get some ball pocketing 😄

[@kibalix8823]

Hi, great video! I've noticed that most of the ATP ezone users like Shelton and Ruud switched from the old V7 to the new V8, but Kyrgios is still playing with the V7 (at least today at the tournament in Brisbane). Can you think of any reason why he didn’t switch to the new one? Does the old one maybe suit his game better?

[@ACTennis]

@kibalix8823 Usually they arent switching but using the updated cosmetic to help sell the new one Ruud plays with an Ezone 100 from about 3 generations ago called the DR100+ , and Shelton is i think just playing with the Ezone 98 from 2022 with the new look Kyrgios is using the black paint, his Ezone 98 model is even older, maybe around 2012 period roughly called Xi98 - reason is likely that he thought the black one was cooler looking and preferred, and didn't like the loud bright cosmetic that the new one is

[@kibalix8823]

@ ohh, thank you for the answer. So you‘re saying that they are still using older models that just get painted like the new ones? That’s very interesting! I didn’t know that before. But if I may ask something else. Why do the players stick to older models and not upgrade to newer ones? Aren’t the newer ones supposed to be better and an upgrade to the versions before?

[@ACTennis]

@kibalix8823 Yeah it's very common, it's because change in equipment of any sort can be a very big thing for a professional player, who has spent thousands of hours with what they have already, they know how the racquet will respond back to front and trust it completely If you decide to make a equipment change, it will take them a good while to 100% get used to it - it's not like they can't play well, but let's say when you are in a really pressured situation, and you don't trust your equipment, the confidence you have in your gear is where that will be the most important, not for all the other 98% of the matches and points So whilst yes sometimes the new racquets may in some sense be "better" or "easier to use", they are also at a completely different talent, skill and athletic level where the problems we face are not the same as them Also some people when changing equipment might not get used to it within 3-4 months they have to try a change, and because it's every sport is based on your own personal result, if you start losing a few matches you should be winning, you''ll probably want to switch back to what you know, so that it doesn't affect your results - so players can be scared to make the change also

[@kibalix8823]

@ thank you so much! 🙏 God bless

[@medianera2008]

How would you customize Ezone 98 2025? Leather? Lead? Thanks and regards from Germany.

[@ACTennis]

@@medianera2008 I actually don't like to customize it almost at all, only if the swingweight comes too low in stock, id bump it up to around 322 , usually EZ98s come in around 311-317 in stock - actually my demo was 324 stock so i didnt need to do anything For the average person i think EZ98 is best played whippy and fast swinging as possible

[@medianera2008]

@@ACTennis Ok, mine was 318 with Poly Tour Pro - I addet 2g of lead ad 12 - now it is about 324 with 306,5 static weight , will see how it play. Thanks.

[@nicolasX2602]

After 2 vcore 98's i bought ezone 98 2024 a month ago. I really love it. If money is not an issue would you recommend to change to 2025 or just stick with this one? I also use PTP but at 52. Nice and unbiased video. Keep it up

[@ACTennis]

@@nicolasX2602 If you like the current one, no need honestly, if you think there is a bit of a dead spot in the frame sometimes when you are playing intense (i.e drops short suddenly or launches more than you want) , thats where the extra forgiveness can come in, because even if you mishit, youll get more depth, more spin etc for free, just allows you to play marginally better overall for all the more difficult defensive points

[@nicolasX2602]

@@ACTennis thanks for the reply. I hae only played with the racket 7-8 times and i have not encountered the dead spot you are talking about. Do you mean a specific spot on the string bed? I definitely need more time to fully adopt to the racket and understand its merits and flows

[@ACTennis]

@@nicolasX2602 Well if you hit the middle mostly then it's not really going to matter lol - i think it was on the lower part of the string bed from memory

[@johnnacke4134]

AC, have you tried the new PD 100, yet? I would like you to compare the new PD 100 with the new Ezone 100…………

[@ACTennis]

Not released in Australia, usually very late, not sure if i may bother, doesn't really change year on year

[@johnnacke4134]

@ Have you been watching any reviews of the new PD 100? Lots of love is being thrown at it… they say that it is different…softer, etc I wish you get the chance to try it… I trust your analysis. Btw : I just ordered the Ezone 100…. If it doesn’t work out, I will try the Ezone 98…. Best, John

[@justexpl0re]

Is there a way to combat the grip size? Ive noticed they feel bigger im a size 4 3/8, considered leather grip cause i want it head light

[@ACTennis]

They come half a size bigger, and it's masked more by the fact they use a thinner replacement stock grip, so if you were to put on any regular grip from another brand , it would feel a whole grip size bigger Personally i would go one size down and then use a thick leather or something

[@JazzyGuitar]

How do the Ezone 98 , 100 compare to the Percept 100?

[@The4.0Guy]

Yes pls comment on this, percept 100 and 100D

[@markhibbitt1269]

​@The4.0Guy yes another vote for this from me!

[@ACTennis]

Sorry i forgot to reply lol - Think of the Percept 100 like a squared version of the Ezone, with similar playing characteristics. Ezone is going to suit a faster, whippier style swing, has the spin, power, forgiveness, everything you need. Percept 100 can compete quite well in all categories, it may need some additional static weight and swingweight to compete equally (because it comes in a lighter package) but instead Percept 100 is probably suited to players who prefer bigger, loopier, traditional style mechanics, because the 23mm beam is not going to move through the air as easy with the EZone style of swing As for 100D, same comments apply, but it's going to be lower launch angle, more stability and controlled in comparison to both EZ98 and Percept 100, maybe very marginal decrease in power potential since the pattern is more closed

[@markhibbitt1269]

@@ACTennis thank you for taking the time to pull together such a detailed reply, very helpful. Have a great Xmas!!

[@The4.0Guy]

@@ACTennis yeah dead on ,originally i thought the 100D would be better than the ezone 100 for me because i have a sensitive elbow and it seemed to play softer even though its RA is almost as high. But i found over time it felt sluggish or unwieldy somehow and i could not get completely comfortable with it. I tried adding weight to the handle to make it feel a bit whippier but it wasn't enough. The Percept 100D is underated in the power dept, at tensions in the mid 40's i found it could be a bit of a cannon, but sometimes too much depth without the ability to shape the ball due to sluggish maneouverability and tight string pattern.

[@tophersuwita]

Imo if you have latest gen Ezone, the change will not worth the increased price. The new specs of Gravity Tour and PD 98 are much more interesting if you want to explore new options Edit: their color are much more mature too

[@ACTennis]

@@tophersuwita Pretty much what i think 🙂

[@ashton2410]

Hey would the 2025 ezone 98 be on the same level of comfort as blade 98 v9?

[@ACTennis]

I only got to test it with Yonex PTP which is a soft poly, but that was very comfortable, so I'd say it's gotta be within range for sure

[@luigifregapani9838]

my problem w v7 ezone is arm pain, v8 is way better in this departament?

[@ACTennis]

Depends what your arm pain originates from, if it's just because of the racquet, or something else - but if just referring to the racquet, yes it should be alot more comfortable, also because more forgiving, so when you mishit, it wont be as much shock

[@bigrobsydney]

DR98 fan here. I would love to know whether you really move top this new stick over the DR.

[@ACTennis]

I'm a big fan of playing with the easiest to use, lightest, best performing racquet - I havent used the DR in a looong time, but other than maybe feel, I would say this one would be the one to help me win more matches, which is what I am more concerned about than anything else - I like to review based on what helps you play my best

[@bigrobsydney]

@@ACTennis Thanks for the reply. Out of interest, do you think this new EZone is better that the Regna 98?

[@ACTennis]

@@bigrobsydney Same reasons as compared to DR, easier to play with and win, doesn't make it more special though

[@bigrobsydney]

@@ACTennis This is interesting. If a stick is helping you to win (as opposed to another stick), what else is needed? I know you've mentioned special a few times, but I'm genuinely curious here about what you mean by special. Because to me, if a stick helps me to win, I dont really care about anything else, no?

[@ACTennis]

@@bigrobsydney This is mainly for nerds and collectors really. Special can be multitude of reasons for different people - unique, sentimental, rare for example. Maybe also in some years time if they screw up the Ezone, and it doesn't play as good as this one, then this one will become 'special' being discontinued, much like what people felt with the DR98 Regna is like a pro stock racquet, it's not something that plays similar to anything else (still plays well though), but it's enjoyable to play with and not replicated, with feel because it has a special construction. Will it give me that 5% extra boost i need against the most difficult opponents? probably not I have Pro Staff 90s, which are now long gone and discontinued - they are special and worth keeping, because they still play well, Federer used some form of them - but would i take it into a tournament? of course not The Speed MP Touch is Sinner's base frame, and i have two of his personal racquets, which are say...90% the same, would I keep a Speed MP Touch? personally no, don't care about it - but his personal frames? for sure

[@aspqt9661]

How expensive are they going to be?

[@ACTennis]

At least in Australia, originally when the 2022 came out, it was around $380 AUD, now it's $420 listed as full RRP

[@kingofclay-te2ko]

You shouldn't play with a too big grip size that can lead to injuries. Also the racket can play and feel differently than with your normal grip size.

[@ACTennis]

Correct - but can't do much here, it's how the demos come in, not my preference but i'd rather be able to have a go at the racquet , instead of having to dish out all the money just to test it. It's fine otherwise, not a grip size beyond what I can use, but not my preference

[@cagr9394]

What would you say if you compare ezone 100 2025 with blade 100 v9?

[@ACTennis]

@@cagr9394 Blade is faster swinging so better for my serving personally, less powerful, control honestly probably quite similar, EZ100 bit more stability but Blade 100 still very good - now that they are both very very comfortable, i wouldn't put that too far a part, but if i had to pick, it would be Blade 100 (as long as you have a free flowing swing)

[@drewy2347]

Have you considered trying the 100+?

[@ACTennis]

Never really considered the 100 in general at this point, i think i'd stop at the 98+ though, i know it suits me better

[@yonexfan12]

Regna....or newer Ezone :), probably Regna, but just curious.

[@ACTennis]

@@yonexfan12 For winning - the Ezone lol , for keepers, uniqueness and rarity, the Regna I buy alot so it doesnt phase me to 'choose' one because ill have both haha, but yeah, i'm not selling my Regna ever

[@yonexfan12]

@@ACTennis Interersting, I don't know what the ezone 98 can do to improve winning over the Regna because I am not as articulate as you are when analyzing rackets, can you describe the edge, where it stands out above the Regna, serve boom power might be all I can think of personally , but I am curious about your thoughts.

[@ACTennis]

@ Just depends on how good of a player you are really, but Ezone for me will serve bigger, this current one is alot more forgiving than the Regna, so it will also generate more free power and spin even when you are not perfect, whereas Regna for the average player is a more difficult racquet to use and get the most out of, in essence the Ezone will make life easier against more difficult opponents (for me at least)

[@rista0rile0ricky]

Ra?

[@ACTennis]

No measurements yet from my end, but feels good to me, like 60-61

[@emjay2045]

New Yéar Néw Racquet New Diét

[@ACTennis]

You have your priorities right 😁