i played the V1 98 for 1,5 years and got the V2 98 a week ago and to me personally it is a huge upgrade. I switched to the clash because i had so much wrist pain after plaing tennis that i couldn't hold a cup of coffee for 3 days. That was totally fixed after switching to the Clah. With V2 that is still the case although it is a bit stiffer. And i can really feel that. Serving feels a lot better now. I cannot confirm that V2 feels more pillowy than V1. I personally feel a lot more connected to the racket and i get more power out of it. I guess it comes down to playing style and if you like the feel of the Clash in general. I do and have to say that this upgrade is worth switching from V1 to V2 with the 98. Couldn't be happier. Backhand Slice is a bomb with this racket too.
@BazfromCanada9 ай бұрын
Hey what string and tension did you get on 98 V2? My shoulder is killing me. Thinking about getting this.
@bassman129 ай бұрын
@@BazfromCanada i play 19/18 KG using Luxilon Smart or Restring Zero
@robertclary17182 жыл бұрын
I’m a 4.5 66 year old doubles (mostly) player and the 108 is a fantastic racquet. I can take a full swing most of the time but it helps to know you don’t have to in a rush. It doesn’t have the control of a 98” players racquet but to say “struggle with control” might be a stretch.
@benjaminjung942 жыл бұрын
I personally don’t like how clash or other power/spin Racquets play, but I must say, the paint job on this one is gorgeous
@awesomeairplanememes2 жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for this!
@KittiChan12 жыл бұрын
That color looks damn nice, unfortunately I can't really play with these kind of racquets properly. I wish had that color on my babolat pure aero tour.
@charlesfaure11892 жыл бұрын
The Clash is not designed for flat hitters. With enough rpms it is very controllable and accurate. As for the "feel" criticisms, by the time you feel contact the ball is already gone, so it has nothing to do with accuracy--that's just a myth.
@rishijai2 жыл бұрын
Darn I have an eastern grip and was going to purchase.
@mithunpillai3146 Жыл бұрын
Which racquet is for flat hitters
@agradina Жыл бұрын
@@rishijai do u know roger federer? just relax arm and be sure to close the angle.
@a2casius2 жыл бұрын
Jonas, please check and make corrections if you agree. I believe the beam widths are just a tiny 0.5mm thinner than V1.0. LAFINO published a video today with the Japan Wilson rep describing the beam widths reductions and the addition of carbon 45 at the top of the hoop. I'm assuming that introduction has increased the torsional stability of the frames thus requiring a change in width size to maintain the overall flex. My guess.
@HanzSygnal2 жыл бұрын
Man I wish LAFINO had English subtitles, good channel for sure
@amyjane12222 жыл бұрын
Love your honest reviews and suggestions for string type/tension. I have demo'd v1 and am curious about v2; enjoy the comfort but not sure if this is the right racquet for me. I'm an intermediate player looking for a heavier but arm friendly racquet to replace my Babolat Pro Aero Lite.
@sooperman122 жыл бұрын
A helpful thing you could include in these review videos is add a short segment where you mention some frames from other brands that might be cross shopped with the racquet you're reviewing. Like, the Clash might be cross shopped against the Babolat Pure Aero or something. Thanks as always! Great tennis nerdy stuff!
@bowsershark2 жыл бұрын
My friends Andrew&Bryce Sr. tried the original Clash&fell in love w/the racquet&bought it. I was curious😶🌫️& played the new Clash 98S version with Luxilon Alu Power VIBE string @57/58#. The Clash&"Vibe" together👏🏻was impressive. It had substantial arm comfort compared to stiff racquets. The string snapback at 58 gave good feel and great access to spin. For a more plush feel, one can use lower tensions. The pocketing was sweet & the power was easy w/this string. At the net, i loved the feel of returning crisp hit 💀groundies with forehand & backhand vollies. My arm 💪 felt so good after my play. After all, there is no better day than good hitting with arm comfort. And, i could play the next day banging more balls👏🏻 at the park with a low powered old school Wilson Comp with good "Sensation". That's a back to back thrill.😍🥳
@aaronbebeau2 жыл бұрын
I had a chance to demo the 100 today. I absolutely loved it. Definitely has some trampoline effect which I really enjoyed.
@thedome7652 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the effort you put into upgrading the audio and also the camera setup :D
@camiloandressalamancaviate35712 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video, it was very helpful. I would like to ask you, I currently play with a Blade 98 V8 16x19 and the feel is great. However, I am starting to have some arm and elbow pain, maybe due to the stiffness of the frame (I really do not know). I want to try the Clash because so many people say that it is arm friendly, but I do not know which model should I try. I am not used to play with 100 SQ racquets, but I do not know if the 98 will be the better choice. Can you please recommend which one you think I should give a try? (I am a mid level intermediate, used to play competitive in college, and play topspin, double-hand backhand counterpuncher style. My set up is a hybrid poly and synthetic at 52 pounds usually) Thank you very much for your help!
@bojack38272 жыл бұрын
The new price of racquets at the moment is crazy...
@jakubjabonski93412 жыл бұрын
I 100% agree
@CR4WLFC2 жыл бұрын
Buy it 2nd hand in a couple of months when the first buyers are selling it off.
@calvinclarkjr32752 жыл бұрын
@@CR4WLFC same
@funkyguy992 жыл бұрын
Thank God your not into mountain biking cause dual suspension bikes are as expensive as as 2nd hand vehicles and is backlogged up to 6 months to fulfill orders.
@pats300zx2 жыл бұрын
Great review Jonas. Now the big question for Clash users...Do you dump your V1's for V2 :)
@theawebster15052 жыл бұрын
As it seems, definitely not. I don't need even more softness.
@roman23742 жыл бұрын
I think only if you’re playing the 98 and are interested in trying the new string pattern
@davef33562 жыл бұрын
I Own The Clash 100 Garros and Buy the V2 as 2nd racket
@andymakii73442 жыл бұрын
I hit with tons of spin (semi-western at 4.5 bevel) and this racket is great. If you are a flatter hitter, not a great racket. I use Weiss Cannon Ultra Cable at 48lbs and its a spin machine.
@GodGod13372 жыл бұрын
Same setup hahah on weiss cannon oso added weight on 3 9 and 12
@andymakii73442 жыл бұрын
@@GodGod1337 yeah i have 4g of lead tape at 3 and 9 to bring it 303g. just a little more stable on volleys.
@bnatara2 жыл бұрын
I am sticking with my original Clash 98. Love that racket and recently went on sale for $135 which was pretty crazy. So I stocked up on it:)
@goggleboy2464 Жыл бұрын
I'm able to get power and precicion with the 98, strung at 50 lbs with syn gut. Volleys are really good, half volleys in the air from the service line are fantastic. I added lead to the upper hoop from ten to two. Now its 12.2 ounces with a 345 swing weight
@vaughnbiggs35652 жыл бұрын
Will for sure get this, I switched to the silver recently from a prestige pro and I love the feel, it’s softer and I’m not having wrist and arm pain anymore so I’m happy this is coming soon to the market.
@mongarcia012 жыл бұрын
Clash 98 with its head size and 16x20 string pattern reminds me of the old Babolat Pure Storm Tour.
@saifuddinmohammed22252 жыл бұрын
The string pattern and head size is the only thing that's similar between the two. Pure Storm tour in contrast to the Clash has a very connected yet comfortable feel when striking the ball, not to mention that it's highly control oriented and demands a lot of footwork and early preparation from the player. The Clash is just mushy on contact and provides a lot more spin than the Pure storm
@CH-yp5by2 жыл бұрын
Great racquet review, would be good to see another video on hybrid string configurations that give the best benefits of comfort, power, feel, control and spin. Very interested to see your opinion on the theory that rough strings are best to provide spin on the cross strings and shaped shaped strings are best on the mains for spin based on how the string bed faces the ball at contact when brushing up on the ball. For example. I am looking at using Techni Fibre Triax on mains (power, feel and comfort) and Alu Power rough on the crosses. (spin and control).
@Javi_C2 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this one! Thank you Jonas!
@Sep452 жыл бұрын
Was really hoping they would lose some of the mush on the v2. Looks like they doubled down on the mush! Won't be trying that stick. Thanks for reviewing
@BeastOfTheMidEast2 жыл бұрын
I'd give it a try. Other sources say the upper hoop is stiffer. Wilson QC will probably give you a greater difference in rackets than the changes to this edition...
@saifuddinmohammed22252 жыл бұрын
@@BeastOfTheMidEast It’s cute of Wilson to call it Quality Control
@eastcoastphotography2 жыл бұрын
thanks for the review on the new clash V2 - I've been playing with the 100s, which they haven't released, I'm assuning the 100 is the closest to this racquet ?
@aksikanal65072 жыл бұрын
I ordered one:) no questions asked since clash 98 is my current racquet :)
@Tennisnerd2 жыл бұрын
Let me know how you like it!
@cliveburks2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jonas I will stick with my recent decision to play with Pure Aero 98 strung with RPM Blast good job Jonas trying to be reasonably positive about them.
@chauvi882 жыл бұрын
Awesome review as always. Keep up the great work!
@stephanzurcher97512 жыл бұрын
Tried the clash 100 v2 yesterday. Generally i liked it, it especially helped me with my serves, also was better able to pocket forehands. However sometimes the raquet behaves a bit erratic and unpredictable. The dampened feel makes it hard to control. I struggled also a lot with volleys.
@tigerkenshi7 ай бұрын
How would you compare between Clash 98 and Clash Pro? I have Clash 100 v1 but I want more control and stability.
@motolines85052 жыл бұрын
I've had the Clash 98 for one year and was injured the whole time. I very much like the looks of the frame 😀
@fxanimator16792 жыл бұрын
Does it still have the rubberized paint of the V1 Clashes or is it a matte finish now?
@s41274192 жыл бұрын
At the beginning I hate this color, I love the previous one in silver , but it started to grow on me when on hand , the matt finish like the blade does looks amazing
@Nopanop2 жыл бұрын
I bought the first gen clash , while it was amazingly comfortable i dint feel connected to it due to the mushy feel and thus couldnt predict shots
@CR4WLFC2 жыл бұрын
What has more control wilson clash pro 100 v2 or ezone 100?
@userdjee8342 жыл бұрын
ezone 100 200%
@sherryinxs2 жыл бұрын
New Ezone 2022 is superbly controlled
@Nopanop2 жыл бұрын
Hey , did you slightly change your forehand grip? Seems a bit in between EF and SW in the first hitting video
@aksikanal65072 жыл бұрын
v2 has higher flex rating.. It doesn't explain or even contradicts with your argument of softer feeling.. 5:45 .. Once my racquet is delivered, I will pay attention to that. The paper says less flexible but maybe the tech makes it feel softer.. I need more feedback from my v1 clash 98. Do you think there s more or less feedback? (ps: I always thought feedback comes from extra vibration thus related to stiffness rating.. but I am not 100% confident on that argument)
@hanssasuman38852 жыл бұрын
How was the string life on this compared to the previous and other racquets? That was my biggest turnoff to the clash line
@agradina Жыл бұрын
i see at nationals junior 14-16 years the final in which a kid beat double size oponent in weight and height,at least 2 year older with a clash 100. it just change my mind about this racquet, the spin and control from him were too good , oustanding ,he could deadl with such heavy balls like a knife trough butter. its a must try this racquet,first i thought it was hype but after seen the match i think this racquet is suit for pro play.also i see some erattic shots from him as everyone said , but they were very rare.basically he had oustanding forehand,backand,slice,drop shots voley everything except the serve because he was very small i think 140 cm.
@kurtschenk94492 жыл бұрын
Hi Jonas, what stringing machine do you use?
@leebr20102 жыл бұрын
Wilson is killing it on the design and color.
@mckg17415 ай бұрын
Hi Jonas, nice video indeed. I am looking to change my trusted Wilson K Six One Team (95 sq. in / 18x20 / 289 grams / stiffness 58) with a more "forgiving" and powerful racket. Also, I need to preserve my right shoulder from rotator cuff problems. I feel that Wilson Clash 100 V 2 might be the racket I am looking for, I play rather "old style" with 2hand-backhand and I go to the net a lot. I am undecided between the Wilson Clash 100 V 2 and the ProKennex Ki5 295 (100 sq. in /16x20 / 295 grams /stiffness 65). Which one should I buy? Thanks a lot! Marco
@vaxxedfilms74772 жыл бұрын
trampoline is right - great for tennis elbow but balls will fly out of court, especially if you are aiming deep - will demo the upgrade to compare
@AnandBawa2 жыл бұрын
Should a beginner get a v2 100 pro or 98 over the regular 100?
@llamawizard2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic cosmetic!
@coachangelap.wilson8242 жыл бұрын
Aesthetically attractive, maneuverability great, flexibility etc I love it. Not for every one racquet, but for advanced player it's great (they should already have control of the ball through the techniquesapplied), it feels gooood clash 100 pro v2. Overall great racquet 🎾.
@mn-ly2tp2 жыл бұрын
I switched to a clash due to a shoulder injury and it saved my tennis season. Now that my injury has mostly healed, I'm looking for a new frame that still has a lower flex, I'm thinking maybe a VCore 100?
@raytrace20142 жыл бұрын
Look at the Prince Phantom line. The 100X or the 100P if you want a more classic, boxy beam.
@golroger12012 жыл бұрын
head gravity tour
@JohnSmith-ck9dk2 жыл бұрын
Pro Kennex range
@Adiaf8oros2 жыл бұрын
What a beauty!! Just got my beautiful red prestige mp (now called pro, the 98 sq.in.) after your reviews though.. I love it, how would it compare with the new clash 98?
@maanas02422 жыл бұрын
prestige deffo more of a control racquet than this. plus the feeling in your prestige will be better than the very dampened clash v2
@Adiaf8oros2 жыл бұрын
Thank you man, I hope, because I'm too tempted by the Clash's looks
@akio27302 жыл бұрын
@@maanas0242 For sure, but what about the comfort?
@zZmoctezumaZz2 жыл бұрын
Jonas/fellow nerds, how far down can you go tension wise with a poly on the clash 100? I'm continuously dealing with elbow pains:( Been trying a 48lb multifila now, but that's too springy (broke in no-time too). I bought alu smart now which is the next one up. Would love some further poly suggestions too! Cheers!
@AM-wt8qi2 жыл бұрын
About 50 on a poly or 40 on smart
@islandmerchandise30172 жыл бұрын
Does 108 also have the inscription on the throat? Or just the 100 has that detail?
@jamesl47532 жыл бұрын
What is a better racket between the head boom and the Clash v2?
@Tennisnerd2 жыл бұрын
Tough - personally I prefer the Boom. Clash is a bit more comfortable though.
@jamesl47532 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to respond👍
@HanzSygnal2 жыл бұрын
Raquetholics thread on talk-tennis are crazy for the 16-20, looks like a Dunlop CX cosmetic
@peacemin882 жыл бұрын
How would you compare clash v2 against boom mp?
@lan88542 жыл бұрын
I tried it for 1.5 hours, it's so bouncy. Feels like a trampoline. Granted I'm kind of messed up from playing with the Wilson Ultra, stiffness 75. I felt like the volleys are very hard to hit with. I felt nothing on my wrist. So, I don't know.
@lan88542 жыл бұрын
@@WaltKurtz68 yeah, it was like I was holding a wand. I felt nothing. I had to really point the strings of the racquet on he volley, otherwise boom. It was also so easy to hit deep and slice 😈, but definitely didn’t like the trampoline feel of it. As for my ultra, I’m so used to it. I really like all the control and the muted feel, but I realize it’s prob bc I’m so used to it. I’m having wrist/arm problems so I feel like I really need to play with an arm friendly racquet but not sure which one yet.
@lan88542 жыл бұрын
@@WaltKurtz68 interesting, thanks for the rec!
@David-lj2rt2 жыл бұрын
I would just like to know where that singles court is on the coast? Amazing! Thanks for the video!
@Tennisnerd2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave, it's at the Hilton in St Julian's, Malta.
@David-lj2rt2 жыл бұрын
@@Tennisnerd Thank you, would love to have a hit there with you! Beautiful! I'm enjoying your videos here Down Under. All the best!!
@MikeSmith-yy1lv2 жыл бұрын
I was hoping for slightly thinner Clash 98. The Babolat Pure Aero VS is great at 16x20, so maybe this will be good as well.
@eloneatmyshorts2 жыл бұрын
Keep hoping.
@noahellinsonbaker68332 жыл бұрын
Looks sick!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@garyhilson72202 жыл бұрын
I demoed them a few years ago. The technology works. But at $270 per stick. NO WAY!!!!
@posterizedz2 жыл бұрын
Would adding weight help with any of the downsides you’ve mentioned?
@skylaxx2 жыл бұрын
Cosmetics reminds me a bit of the 1st version of Excalibur
@grinoodle2 жыл бұрын
Hi, does the V2 have the L and UL models (Lite and ultra lite)? Thanks.
@kianp45852 жыл бұрын
Yes they have both
@adamcang46832 жыл бұрын
Is string life an issue with the 98?
@Cachapeluo2 жыл бұрын
What would be the Yonex model that has the same characteristics of the Clash?
@juanlee3372 жыл бұрын
CLASH is decent for arm issues but the flex was too profound at net for me..
@EvokeTennis2 жыл бұрын
If only they made this with a thinner beam, it’s so chunky! Still will be giving it a try though
@bojack38272 жыл бұрын
The pillow comment on the review is very misleading as the racquet stiffens up on impact and the harder you hit the ball. There are racquets that can feel alot softer than the clash.
@paulsteezo17722 жыл бұрын
Rubber paint job that peels off when you breathe on it still????
@paulsteezo17722 жыл бұрын
I had to order A CUSTOM CLASH 100 JUST TO AVOID THE VELVET RUBBER PAINT JOB!!
@MrDoccusАй бұрын
@@paulsteezo1772 how is custom paint holding up?
@overdrive_tennis2 жыл бұрын
Nice intro
@adem_gun2 жыл бұрын
Fuck me I literally ordered a clash v1 a week ago
@PeterDMayr2 жыл бұрын
Lighter rackets are not for lower level players. Some 4.5 and up players are not 6 ft and over. This has to stop. Small world class women tennis players use light rackets.
@lyd98282 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. There seems to be this 'machoness' surrounding racket weights. The mass of the racket does not automatically categorise the racket as for advanced players, intermediate etc. I have seen beginners learn to play decent tennis with heavy prostaffs for example, as I did. But that was because I used my dad's old rackets. It usually comes down to what you are comfortable with playing. The head coach at our club, who has an LTA rating of 3.1 (not sure what that translates as in NTPR and the rest but it is regarded as advanced), is 6ft and plays with the lighter version of the pure strike. He prefers it and told me he has never liked heavy rackets. I wouldn't say he's an intermediate player for using a lighter racket. I get the point of guiding new players to lighter frames so they can learn tennis more easily. However, after you get to a decent level and beyond, then any racket can be used. You should choose the racket that suits your game, not base it on weight because you're advanced (or you aspire to be advanced). In the end the racket does not play tennis for you. I know that Jonas has addressed this topic in the past.
@sludge862 жыл бұрын
Looks like a Dunlop CX
@kirbonite2 жыл бұрын
looks like they copied the dunlop CX line on cosmetics
@MarcelJobin-t5d Жыл бұрын
En Français cela serais bien aussi 😂
@olivierbonnaud44412 жыл бұрын
It’s too bad Wilson didn’t create also a Clash 98 lighter, a frame with more control and a weight of 295 gr. I think this is the kind of racket that is missing in this Clash list.
@weyman43172 жыл бұрын
Very expensive racket for basically beginners or intermediates- none of the upcoming pros play with it and none of the ATP players endorse it. I can’t see how it sits in the market? If your a beginner I’d buy a cheap racket for $60 or-if I was an aspiring player I’d buy a blade or a pro staff.
@TheDmonet Жыл бұрын
I'm an intermediate using prince tours. The clash 100 felt like a cheat code and I could not miss. The pro hits a little flatter faster ball but is still very easy to play with. I've heard people say for years that pure drives and aeropros make the game easier. I feel the Clash accomplishes this without the stiffness.