WILSON BLADE 16 x 19 V7 vs BABOLAT STRIKE 16 x 19 GEN 3 - THE BATTLE!

[@markk8124]

Should have strung both frames with the same string/tension.

[@vanshagarwal2362]

Yeah I agree . But maybe they thought stringing with strings that best amplified the racket would work too to give their honest review. Perhaps they played with these before so they knew which strings to use

[@abelau854]

@@vanshagarwal2362 but then if they tried to amplify the feel of the racket specifically then would be more similar which wouldn't help the comparison. yeah i agree nonetheless

[@ksauto1]

that is exactly what I was thinking/going to ask, that way you have a true comparison between both rackets!!!

[@chuckfriebe843]

One of the racquets has a lower flex. If you use the same tension, the sticks won’t hit the same.

[@natelifts9284]

Good camera angle, i’d like to see more from the “court level view”

[@eo1798]

I would say it was a decent camera angle. I would like it a little bit more on the side or above them so we can see the person on the other side hit too.

[@chuckfriebe843]

I have 2 of the Pure Strikes that are matched with a 328 SW, same balance and very close static weight. I added 1 1/2 grams of lead at the area between 3&9 and 10&2. on both sides. I then wrapped 4 grams of lead starting at 2 inches below the top of the molded foam handle. This will give you stability and just a smidge more SW. The total weight of each racquet is 339 grams. I use a rubberband dampener. These are unbelievable sticks. The control is insane and the spin is, well, simply amazing. The power in this racquet is sublime, especially on serve. If you are thinking about buying the Strike, make sure you demo first, which is what I did. When I hit it without customization it was surprisingly good. Once I added a slight amount of weight, it became even better. I string mine with Yonex PolyTour Strike, black or gray, 1.25 at 51lbs on a constant pull machine. The ball pocketing is excellent. I've tried four other strings on it and nothing has the feel or the pocketing of the PolyTour Strike, at least for this racquet. Cheers!

[@tennischannel5278]

I've been playing with prostaff 97 v12 countervails for about 3 years, I'm considering trying or changing to this racket, prostaff it's a bit stiff racket and I'm getting some light pain in my elbow, do you think this Pure Strik is more flexible or softer? I strung my prostaff at 55 pounds with solinco tourbite or confidential.

[@chuckfriebe843]

@@tennischannel5278 well, firstly, I would not string the prostaffs so high, especially with tour bite. That could be part of your arm pain. Secondly, no, the pure strike is stiff. 66 RA. If you want a more comfortable racquet try either the Yonex Vcore 97 Pro 310. 61 RA and very arm friendly. You can string that one about 53lbs and get great control and comfort. Use Yonex PolyTour Strike or Ytex ProTour blue 16L. Both are very comfortable and good tension maintenance.

[@secure777]

@@chuckfriebe843 yea I hear about that Yonex I might demo it soon, thanks for info 👍🏼

[@krabbbztv3806]

My favorite part is always the intro, "Welcome to tennis spin, where we put our spin on your tennis"

[@cybernetennis]

Welcome to tennis spit, where we put our spit on your tennis.

[@クリームイカ]

And I don't need it😜

[@fingersm]

Cringe

[@ok4n.g]

Welcome to Tennis Spin, where we put our spin. On. Your. Tennis.

[@benjaminjensen111]

that sound of the Pure Strike....like a gun shot....Sound of the Blade..... like a badminton racket

[@madam051]

Surely when you guys were talking about getting top spin more on the pure strike would be down to string types also? Great vid regradless keep tgem coming

[@bushmenaa]

without serve and return i dont think you can compare anything

[@sicrwic2264]

Probably should of used the same string for more accuracy

[@Luciene3]

Love the look of the Babolat but man did it F my elbow up. The Wilson is a solid racquet although has less power than the Strike which is to be expected with the lower stiffness/thinner beam.

[@chuckfriebe843]

The Pure Strike is very arm friendly. Perhaps it’s your technique?

[@Luciene3]

@@chuckfriebe843 nope. Played tennis since 2001 at least 3 times a week and I’m college and never had an issue. Switched to that pure strike in feb on 2021 and had tennis elbow by the tail end of March if I’m not mistaken.

[@benjaminjensen111]

You played the 3.gen? They put in new tech to dampen the vibes. Now its very arm friendly. also regarding your arm: you have to use strings that are more forgiving and maybe use two overgrips.

[@rodctenis]

Actually, its balance and arm friendly feel are the factors that made of the Blade 16x19 V7 my racket of choice!

[@Macsylvester84]

Yea, would you agree its good for a stronger player w good racket head speed?

[@rodctenis]

@@Macsylvester84 Yes. The racket offers good control, Ideal for players willing to swing fast. Not so demanding as Head Prestige.

[@Macsylvester84]

@@rodctenis Thanks!

[@Felipelive5]

Hello, do you have any pain in elbow? I read that this racket has a lot of stiffness

[@rodctenis]

@@Felipelive5 Not at all. V7 is not stiff. I understand V8 is stiffer but I haven't tested.

[@danielnewman4876]

The test is not accurate for you have different strings and probably different tensions on the racquets, and the outcome depends as much as 50% on the strings

[@oc_g2236]

adding weight to 3 and 9 and also a little at 12 does wonders for the blade

[@jamilp2869]

I have both of these frames, and they couldn't be more different. I'd say this assessment was spot on.

[@kg1990kg]

So I have a Blade v5, and I switched down to softer/control oriented strings with a slightly lower tension (52) and I achieved a much better balance with my blade than I could previously. It helps compensate some feel lost because the racquet is somewhat stiff like they said. So note that if you try a blade. See if you can try one strung with strings oriented at control

[@trex1448]

Blade is more control and feel. Strike is more power.

[@ferdieroberedo5234]

At the end of the day, it is the player itselft who will choose the best racket , coz players had different touch and feels.. 😊😊😊

[@pedronogueira6962]

Congratulations for the videos! Videos are very fun, and with a lots of knowlegde about tennis gears. And thanks very much for the way that you speaks, we can learn about tennis a lots, clear a lot of doughts and principal for us, that are not english speakers, we can practice our listening and comprehension in the language. I love the channel, and use to much to have fun and to study english. Thanks a lot!

[@GallicGarlic]

Pure Strike delivers a very good balance of control, manoeuvrability, power Slightly on the stiff side.. 💯 % spot on if your arm can handle it for 3 hours of solid play

[@martin101harris5]

I have that blade in a 18×16 I tried hard to get on with it but it was very inconsistent. I eventually added in handle about 6g then added at 3 & 6 3g a side. It gave it more consistency overall but lost pop on serves when getting tired. I then bought a pure aero 2015_2016 it was already strung with a synthetic gut at lower tension and played better from day 1 have not looked back. I have messed with weight on and off but it's swings and roundabouts I think it works best when you're fresh a couple of days off then go with no weight added it's like man i do not need the weight especially for doubles. I find weight works for me on low shots closer to the net but overall it not worth what you loose on serve. AHH swings and roundabouts. Love your channel Btw big shout from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 in UK

[@T20yur]

I have a question about the weight of the Pure strike. Do you think its better to go for a 305g racket or a “tour” 320g racket? Thanks for the answer🙂

[@tennischannel5278]

305g , if you need more weight you can add weight, 320g it's abit too much unless you're almost a pro.

[@slipperyblueclay2521]

It would be interesting to know your racquets of choice, so we know how you are gravitating toward certain racquets.

[@dragonite6497]

Clash vs. Pure Aero next!!!

[@kevinngo2642]

Hi, Love your content and channel, Quick Question which cosmetics you love more ? the old one 2019 or the new 2024 ?

[@ANIMALS-WELFARE]

I have the Wilson Blade 98 v7 16x19. I’m considering buying the Babolat Pure Strike 16x19 3rd Gen today which is Nov 24, 2021 having seen both of your comments. Will you say the Serve is also better on this particular Babolat Pure Strike 16x19? Thanks in advance. (I also own the “Wilson Pro Staff 97L Countervail Tennis Racket (2018)” racquet weighing 290gm.)

[@987mikka]

I am in the situation, Blade v7 is very low power and I am considering buying a strike 100 for more power, Have switched now ?

[@ANIMALS-WELFARE]

@@987mikka yes I bought the pure strike and I love using this new racket v much

[@987mikka]

@@ANIMALS-WELFARE thanks, glad to see you happy

[@karmaQT]

I'm switching from pure strike to blade due to arm issues from the pure strike.

[@villiam7941]

Harry you play with Clash. It’s super headlight. Blade is definitely more head heavy

[@fmtien]

He doesn’t know what he’s talking about most of the time. Lol

[@fingersm]

Guy doesn't know wtf he says

[@gk-qf9hv]

So, the Blade was Stiffer, with less Power and Less Control?? Does this make semse??

[@user-be5qg7mr1s]

respect the power of french engineering

[@gerrygusta8418]

what is your prue strike 103 string brand dan type? the green one

[@iben6234]

A ProStaff VS Dunlop CX is possible ?

[@philt77]

Played with Blade v6 16/19 since it came out. Bought Pure Strike VS but I got so much pain with my strike vs so now i bought new v7 Blades. I like blade v 6 so hoping the v7 is similar

[@antonjakubik8066]

I just switch to Blade and I absolutely love it. Great video

[@villiam7941]

Same to me

[@rob7ho]

What do you love most about it? I'm considering this racquet too.

[@medianera2008]

Which string and tension did you use in the playtest? And what customization did coach Jerod do on his Blade 16x19 V8 (?) (specs)? I'm torn between the Blade V9 16/19 and the Pure Strike 16/19. How good is the Pure Strike 100 16/20?

[@gameofflife]

Blade is headlight ?? This is the first time I'm hearing this, maybe recent samples? the 16x19 one ?

[@vanshagarwal2362]

Wilson quality control can make some rackets you purchase come out head light

[@gameofflife]

@@vanshagarwal2362 Ok, we are not talking about quality control. Anyway we are somewhat there with Head and Babolat...

[@vanshagarwal2362]

@@gameofflife I mentioned qc because the blade should feel head heavy to some extent (official specs 2 pts headlight) but I’m shocked theirs was really headlight when he held it at the throat.

[@raychong6466]

Yes that’s a first. Specs wise they’re both equally almost balanced making them not very manoeuvrable so it’s odd that they said the blade was much more headlight. And coach Chris said there’s more control on the strike???

[@rolandharris2706]

Just about every racket is HL in stock form.

[@xdiputsm]

Owned a blade and decided to switch to the pure strike. The pure strike is a gem if your arm can handle its stiffness

[@chuckfriebe843]

It’s an excellent frame in fact.

[@Tri-Cali]

Wait .. Did Coach Chris say the Blade is stiff and the PS is not? I thought it's supposed to be the opposite?

[@rolandharris2706]

He is talking about feel. The purestrike has a nice plush feel. It feels soft but crisp. They did a very good job in the hoop construction of that racket.

[@rajavidhun]

Can't compare with different strings. I have no favorites in either one of these

[@rogerfederer1865]

neither

[@jonlsl]

For the single backhanders...You will know why thiem rips a single BH like no other after you try the P. Strike. After 30yrs of playing.... Best racquet for Single bh if you like to rip it with heavy topzpin and power. If ur bh is more of a push flatter drive and placement... I would go with the blade. To keep the Strike under control you will need higher tensions as recommended on the racquet. I use to use 48lbs full poly on all my other racquets. When I got strike @48lbs. Its way too soft. U can use 48lbs on the 2nd gen strike but the 3rd gen is a very unique racquet...if u don't rip heavy topspin balls on both wings... I suggest the blade..

[@chuckfriebe843]

What string tension did you end up with on the Pure Strike? I string mine at 51 or 52 lbs.

[@johnwells7999]

Seems to me that when comparing rackets, the strings should be the same.

[@benjaminjensen111]

is that a blade 98 or 100? and why different strings. To compare rackets 1:1 you need to 1. Have same rakets head size 2. Put in same string in them both. Preferably a standard syn gut at 25 kg or a round no edge standard poly at 22 kg

[@KreationPhotography]

Yonex vcore 95 vs Ezone 95 next

[@saffronsaffron5820]

Which string you are using here. As I too have babolat pure strike 100 racquet and Rmp blast string. But I don't feel comfortable with string. Kindly recommend good string for Babolat pure strike 100 / 300gms for women

[@EdmonBegoli]

Thanks, guys! How about next you cover: EZONE Tour 98 vs Pro Staff RF autograph v13. 2021 Head Radical MP vs EZONE 98 or Pure Strike 98.

[@kleefton]

I’m about to switch my 3 year old pure strike for the blade v8 16x19. The pure strike is definitely the more powerful racket but for me it lacks feedback and control. The blade just feels more solid on impact whereas the pure strike has that hollow feel at contact. I also feel I have more margin for error with the Blade. So it’s Blade for me. I’m probably currently a 4.0 player.

[@e.b.9178]

Nice play! I enjoyed watching you guys! And I am glad you put the camera behind the court!

[@dhaniarifsetyawan8375]

would you like to compare between WILSON CLASH 100 and HEAD GRAPHENE GRAVITY, please?

[@matthewgreschner664]

The Gravity pro and Clash pro

[@villiam7941]

Gravity is more control oriented, Clash definitely lots of power and spin. No point to compare.

[@managerofutube]

Hi:) You said blade is too HL, but you play with clash which is also very headlight?

[@zxbillfo]

Μy blade is balanced like your strike.Neutral , not head lite like your blade.I asked the shop before buying it to find me a 305 gr blade and they did.Did you weighted it before stringing to see if its realy 305 grams ?Maybe its out of the specs.

[@987mikka]

My blade is also in the same situation, exactly like a strike, not head heavy

[@sooperman12]

How can you compare if the strings are different?

[@rolandharris2706]

You really cant.

[@Tennissensitive]

No mizuno shoes?

[@NickL0VIN]

I’m a Blade user with lead tape at the 3 and 9. And I Love it!

[@guillermoa.davila6503]

I got it at 12 👌🏻👌🏻

[@CR4WLFC]

I got it at 12 too. Gives me that extra power.

[@minksdabadger]

Great review. How do you think the 100 versions of these rackets compare to each other?

[@Lunchpgap]

did the video slow down when they were playing?

[@manuelsantellan5509]

You have to do a comparison between the pure strike tour and the ezone tour

[@molav1]

Could you compare Pure Drive with Pure Strike? I currently play with a 3rd Gen. Pure Strike 98 (18x20) and was thinking about switching to Pure Drive since Pure Strike is a “low power” racket.

[@rf10is]

Try pure strike 16 19 first

[@RossBayCult]

Now do EZone 98 vs Pure Strike 16x19

[@BullyGarfield.]

Does anyone know what is Coach Chris’s string of choice?

[@Emolga6274]

He uses the vaginal max 1100

[@juanfelipearango2029]

is the dunlop cx200 a direct competitor to this two?

[@rolandharris2706]

The following rackets are competitors and considered "modern" players rackets. I put them in order, starting with the most powerful: 1. Head Speed 2. Head radical 3. Bab purestrike 4. Blade 5. Yonex vcore pro 6. Head prestige 7. Dunlop 200 8. Prince 93p phantom You might say the top 4 are in a separate category called controlled power and the bottom 4 are just control.

[@chuckfriebe843]

Dunlop CX200 is way way more flexible than either of these.

[@jimj7333]

I watched this twice. Where do they say what strings were on each racquet?

[@tberry79]

Thanks for the video

[@7eevvan]

lol do u ever hit a regular backhand that isn't a slice

[@rolandharris2706]

Yes he does, but if he is in trouble or gets a super low ball he is defaulting to the slice.

[@calvinlee4741]

Tennis Spin is always so biased toward the Wilson Blade v7 so take this review for what it's worth.

[@mishurushuable]

Babolat pure drive 2021 vs wilson clash?

[@beeess2414]

is that natural gut on the blade?

[@grapei8024]

1:44 coach Chris bullies the tennis spin man

[@rolandharris2706]

Thats mean dude. Keep it positive on here.

[@systemx4]

Blade with lead along the top and it's perfect for me.

[@peterdavies2058]

I tried a friends strike and I couldn't get any power.

[@BullyGarfield.]

Tennis Spin doesn’t reply to comments anymore :(

[@Siloguy]

Probably due to mean spirited trolls like The Chairman.

[@chuckfriebe843]

@@Siloguy So, if no one tells him when he's full of shit, you think that's cool? He disseminates incorrect info a lot of the time. When people criticize him, it should send him to the internet to do more research. Simple...

[@Le-Chuck]

Not even the same string... How Can you compare and swear it Comes only from the stick ???

[@cybernetennis]

TLDR the winner is the Blade 18x20

[@bhisal]

I thought both rackets are 4pts HL

[@riderone8552]

60fps ! yay 🙏

[@paranoidandroid6001]

Great video guys! More battles!

[@nevinliauw]

Head extreme tour vs vcore 98 2021 vs pure aero vs!

[@atennisplayer6887]

Yes!!!

[@noloolon2880]

I had to decide between the extreme tour and the pure strike. I finally got the extremes and I am loving them, probably more control oriented than the strikes, but still powerful enough for me.

[@nevinliauw]

I just moved from a modified pure aero w 5.5g across 10-2 lead and 2.5 counter butt to extreme tour! It’s abit overspec w 306.5 but feels all the weight in the head since balance is more head heavy. Feels so similar in balance weight swingweight but way more control. Easy spin. So curious w vcore 98 2021 or pure aero vs since the extreme tour is hard to obtain in indonesia got mine frm sg for good sgd200 so approx 151 usd, so the backup option for my extreme tour are between the two.. or should i get them both hmm 😂 but also got a blade 18x20 coming and it feels similar also w extreme tour. Please Harry @tennisspin do this next! Love your channel!

[@aaryangarg3798]

Compare blade v8 with pure strike

[@Tennissensitive]

I also tried these blade and I was not satisfied.

[@johnrb9397]

No point commenting anymore because there is no interaction on this channel...

[@AustinsCastIronCooking]

He doesn't speak english he's chinese

[@BullyGarfield.]

@@AustinsCastIronCooking funny racist joke 😐

[@Emolga6274]

Probably cuz he’s sick of reading negative comments

[@chuckfriebe843]

@@Emolga6274 probably, but that is the internet isn't it. Most of the time he's spouting info that's not remotely correct.

[@ninoakeemamistad1312]

Vcore 98 v ezone 98

[@manuelsantellan5509]

The pure strike tour is way better than the blade

[@say-cred]

just sounds like the babolat is more head heavy to me

[@Emolga6274]

Hey Harry , ur forehand needs more arm loop. All ur doing is a wrist flick . No power

[@euLIRIC]

So the purestrike looks freshly strung wih a poly, whils the Blade looks like it has a used Multi (or some sort of gut). You can see from the beginning how messed up the string is in the Blade, even the dude started dragging the strings back into place .... What's the reason for this ... He even says himself he doesn't like the Blade line =))) ridiculos

[@erikshen1107]

Oh boy let me guess...THESE ARE GREAT RACQUETS.....

[@a2casius]

Harry is the only guy I know who hits with a coach Every day and makes no improvements .... Just like his videos :)

[@chuckfriebe843]

Nailed it.

[@BullyGarfield.]

nice

[@bhisal]

1.5x guys

[@BullyGarfield.]

omg i’m first and i get the prize of nothing!!!

[@dropshot118]

blade underpowered...its all control and somewhat anemic

[@managerofutube]

@tennisspin