Wilson Clash Tour Racquet Review

[@KParrish]

I jumped the gun and bought a pair last week. Your review is spot one. Keep up the good work.

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks! Enjoy your Clash.

[@Abe-Lau]

how is your Wilson Clash going? Going Strong?

[@affechaschte]

best review i have seen in a Long time. helped me to hit that buy button :)

[@manuelbaret]

Big crowd today at the Malta Central court from 12:15 :-)

[@Tennisnerd]

Haha, we get the audience we deserve!

[@fletcherhillstennisfletche2661]

I love the racket. I am a teaching pro in San Diego, and almost everyone who has tried mine has bought there own.

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, I have never experienced such a wave of interest from various levels of players for one particular racquet model.

[@niceguy5430]

Which one do u like clash 100 or clash 100 tour

[@jackquinnes]

Great review. And your own game and swings looks better than ever, hard training pays off.

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks! Appreciate the comment.

[@iandobbs7823]

Just demoed and purchased a clash after hours of hitting today. I fell in love, went with full intentions of demoing and buying another babolat but decided to go swing this new raquet. In love!

[@Tennisnerd]

Nice to hear!

[@TariqSaleem]

Finally bit the bullet and bought this and all I can think is why didn't I buy it earlier!! It plays like the Babolat pure drive but with so much more control for me, slightly less power and very arm friendly. The pure drive I always had to rein my self in. Same shot dynamics and actually lower string tension and I just hit the lines off both sides. Added a leather grip and added weight at 3, 9, 12 Strung with Diadem Solstice Power 17 at 50lbs

[@jimbo92107]

You can hit flat shots with this kind of power/spin racket by simply installing "control" strings that are less elastic than average, then dialing down the tension to about 50 lbs. This allows you to hit controllable flat shots with good power, while also letting you whip angle shots with spin when needed.

[@gremsa]

Jim Parker so do you think a full bed of luxilon like nr 1 would fit?

[@Hope4unow-7]

Jim, please list some of your top control strings. Thanks

[@mrfofung]

I use 16g tour bite and 16g Bab pro hurricane tour.

[@yourbedroompunk7601]

This is what I’ve learned through personal experience. 100% agree that it works.

[@dantheman1337]

I bought it and have weighted it up to 360 grams strung, and it's nice and comfortable. Comfort is seen a bit as a nice bonus but really its my primary goal. It would be no fun having an arm injury.

[@kubherarangasamy8491]

Who likes Wilson clash thumbs up

[@1lefty123]

Best review of a racquet I have seen so far.

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks a lot, Robert!

[@GermanYinzer]

I really love my Babolat Pure Drive, however when I play many days a week, I get a sore arm. Maybe this is the one for me. Thanks for the review!

[@Tennisnerd]

Skyhunter Yes it is definitely more arm-friendly and shares other characteristics. Give it a try!

[@theypeedonmyrug]

Same here but the Clash way less foregiving when not hitting 100%. Pure Drive for us regular underlings, the Clash rather for the experts.

[@pilzz03]

I just landed a great deal in terms of price for the clash and am already looking forward to testing it out! I've been wanting to utilise topspin better and more often in my play so I'm hoping that this racket can push me in that direction and help me diversifying my play a lot :) Thanks for the review

[@derzflurgenz5397]

I demo’d this racket plus the Wilson Blade 98 and Babolat Pure Strike 98 and I had a blast with the Clash. Out of the three it’s a toss up between the Pure Strike and the Clash for what to buy to put in my bag. Obviously those two for different reasons since they hit differently and have different pros and cons, but the big thing about the Clash is I don’t know how to explain it other than it was just super fun to play with!

[@Nahhmah]

Which one had more power: Pure strike or Clash? Thanks

[@Tennisnerd]

@@Nahhmah Tough one. The Pure Strike offers better directional control, while the Clash gives you more spin and a plusher feel. I think you do get a bit more pop on the ball with the Strike, but easier depth with the Clash. The Clash is just an easy and comfortable racquet to use and that is why I like it. The Pure Strike is nice too, but requires a bit more from the user and my issue with it was that it bothered my wrist after a while.

Good racket. I use is since it was released (two months now). When with my former Babolat Pure Drive, strings would break after 8-10 hours of play, they made it 20 hours with the Clash Tour and then I replaced the string although it did not break. In the end, a cheap cost of ownership.

[@Tennisnerd]

Jörn Seidenschnur Nice to hear!

[@bowsershark]

I had a demo last weekend. I like the racquet. It had a full bed of poly. It swung nice and gave great access to power. Not bad for good touch on volleys.

[@AbhinavKannan18272662530]

From a Tennis nerd to another, which of the following racquets are rarer than the other: 1. WILSON K-FACTOR PRO STAFF SIX.ONE 95 2. WILSON K-BLADE

[@Tennisnerd]

They are both not that rare, but the kBlade I would say. I know lots of players that love that racquet, but hard to find.

[@AbhinavKannan18272662530]

@@Tennisnerd thank you so much for your reply 🙌🙌

[@DarthVader-lp4tt]

Been playing with this racquet for over 2 months now, I gotta say I really love it. I bought it like 3 days after it came on the market. It is really easy on the wrist and arm and really rewarding if you go big. It also very forgiving because of the large sweet spot. If you do hit the ball dead centre it gives a feeling that no racquet on the market can give atm. I come from a Wilson Pro Staff 97, and never touched that racquet again since I bought the Clash Tour. And as Tennisnerd said, you need to play with a lot of spin. A friend of mine also bought it but really struggled because he hits way flatter than me.

[@Tennisnerd]

Happy to hear you like the racquet!

[@DarthVader-lp4tt]

@@Tennisnerd Really good review btw! Forgot to mention that sorry!

[@my240sx2]

I grew up playing with the OS Agassi Head rackets. I’ve been using a 107 Pure Drive customized to 331 grams for 12 years now. Tennis elbow and wrist pain is finally starting to catch-up with me even after PT and softer strings. This review is really making me think of the giving the Clash a try. I’m trying to maintain my 4.5 rating and I feel forced to switch rackets at this point. The 108 Clash is the closest in specs to my 107 Pure Drive . Hopefully weighting and balancing it to ~331 grams won’t be too difficult to figure out.

Thanks for the review! Awesome as usual! Is this one easier to play than a Ezone 98(305g)? Could you please compare the racket to the Ezone 98?

[@a2casius]

From my own experience, with every iteration of the Ezone line, Yonex has sought to "stiffen the hoop" to create a more "point and shoot" experience at the cost of comfort. Even though the Quake shut gel in the handle takes some of the vibrations out, the stiffer hoop gives a harsher feel (see TW review). Wilson Clash goes the exact opposite direction and argues that a flexible hoop provides the much needed comfort and stiffening up the throat section provides much of the control and stability needed to point and shoot. Same aim, but putting comfort first.

@@a2casius Thanks

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, I would say this one is easier. The Ezone 98 is crisper though and will give you more direct feedback. I personally prefer the Clash, I thought the new Ezone 98 was my least favorite of that line historically.

@@Tennisnerd Thanks!!

[@Editor_Hound]

​@@a2casius Would you say that the Clash Tour plays similarly to the Ezone DR 98? Was thinking of demoing the Clash Tour and I'm not quite ready to switch from my DR 98, since I think it's one of the best made racquets in the past 10 years.

[@louiebrumm4805]

who else only watches for the rallies

[@EDRICOMAC]

Hi tennisnerd I just noticed you we’re using a two handed bh on this video. Are you switching ? I’m wondering if I should also.

[@Tennisnerd]

Hey Edwin, no I am just playing around. Sometimes I like to hit a bit with a two-hander just for fun. I try to adapt a bit to the racquet and the Clash felt better suited for the two-hander than the one-hander.

[@EDRICOMAC]

That must be cool to be able to do both. Love the content and format of your videos. I learn a lot!

[@mauri8484]

Thanks for the review! You mentioned the similar power level of the pure aero, which of those two do you prefer? The Clash 100 Tour or the Pure Aero 2019?

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks. Good question. You get a bit more power with the Pure Aero, but the spin is similar and the comfort is better with the Clash. So I'd go with the Clash here. Just a very nice, plush feel on contact.

[@AlexanderAndreev1799]

@@Tennisnerd and what about the maneuverability? it is the same or clash is significantly better due to the balance?

[@vanodne]

Jonas, doesn't the weird, asymmetric string pattern on the Clash 100/Tour (densest pattern in upper hoop, less dense in the middle, MUCH more open in the lower hoop) make the launch angle inconsistent? I wonder what Wilson had in mind?... I think you have to hit the same spot on the face very consistently to get a reasonably consistent response from this racquet.

[@Hope4unow-7]

What string/tension would you put in the Clash to help with flatter put away shots?

[@Hope4unow-7]

The demo I tried felt plush and spinny, but when I tried to hit a flat winner I had to consciously add more topspin or it would fly, so I lost speed of shot and opponent could get to it. That’s reason for above question.

[@Tennisnerd]

LovinFun 25 kg worked for me!

[@finnyboy08]

@@Tennisnerd 25kg. What gauge?

[@Tennisnerd]

@@finnyboy08 I used 1.25

[@muster124]

Very nice review! I own a graphene 360 extreme pro which is easy to use and works very nice for me, but I miss some more control and I hate the sound it makes when I hit the ball. Since you've played both, does the clash tour have better control and better feel/sound at contact? Also is the string pattern a little more closed than the extreme pro with less string consumption?thanks

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks! Yes, the Clash offers better control and a different sound at impact (softer/fainter). The string pattern is quite open so I don't think you will break less strings though...

[@agradina]

Tell us please because u tested both racquets clash and clash tour wat are the diference between them, and if u put tape on clash it will be indentical with tour?

[@Tennisnerd]

agradina Yeah with some tape they will play close. Not exactly sure where to put it to be honest.

[@johnnyguitar6697]

I would really like to know what this frame does that a Prince Phantom doesn't provide, except for the insane level of marketing verbiage and the 30% higher price tag. Also, with Wilson's infamous level of QC, I'd expect the actual frames to vary as much as 10g around the stated weight.

[@Tennisnerd]

It plays a bit more stable and with a bigger sweet spot. The Clash is quite easy to use, you get pretty good depth without trying too hard. The Prince Phantom line requires more from the user. I have been complaining about Wilson's QC in previous videos, but my two Clash Tours are really close in specs.

[@johnnyguitar6697]

@@Tennisnerd Thanks for the reply and the great review, Jonas. Always appreciated.

[@googlereviewer1944]

Finally got round to testing this racquet. Not sure what to make of it. The feel is definitely different - stiffens up with harder shots, softens with soft ones. Very open 16x19 pattern, not necessarily the most control orientated in terms of precision but it does produce easy spin / depth if you hit it right. A bit similar to a Head Speed MP but softer feeling. I think I'm going to wait for the 98 - hopefully that will have a slightly denser 16x19 pattern which is my preference.

[@rtpwyk]

Thanks for the great content! How do you think the Clash 100 tour and standard compare to the Ripstick?

[@ahmadallouche7941]

Yeah you hit the nail on the head about you need to use a lot of spin with this racquet! I purchased this racquet for my tennis elbow problem and it has definitely sorted out that problem for me. But I'm a flat hitter and still trying to work out this racquet. Now thinking of purchasing a yonex 98 black or the prince phantom pro 100.. are these sticks any better than the clash tour?

[@Editor_Hound]

I've hit with the Phantom Pro a couple of times and it's a very plush, soft racquet. Definitely worth a demo for your tennis elbow problems.

[@ahmadallouche7941]

@@Editor_Hound I know the prince is an arm friendly racquet, but I can't demo it where I live. How was the prince at the net and with flat shots?

[@Editor_Hound]

@@ahmadallouche7941 Feels pretty stable and with good feedback at the net, overall good for both drive and touch volleys. About flat shots, it's not a spin-friendly racquet, even though it has a 16x18 string pattern, so if you usually play flat-ish, it will do exactly that. Just be careful because it's quite easy to sail it long.

[@hrida]

Sorry correction, I played with the Racket for few minutes I couldn’t continue I dropped the Rac. Immediately I thought its a P.O.S , I tried it again still i felt it’s the worst Rac. I ever played with. But then I changed strings and lowered the tension as recommended, and wow what a feeling , very easy to play with , easy on the arm good control and great spin , it’s really a good Rac. I am a 5.0 level tennis player .

[@Tennisnerd]

Nice to hear you like the Clash. Yes, you need a bit more patience to really find out if a racquet is for you or not. Strings and tension make a huge difference!

[@aksikanal6507]

5:30 is mostly what happened to my shots... I think I am a very flat player and maybe better of with Clash 98 or go crazy and grab the pure strike tour =)

[@rk5021]

I would demo the pure strike before you purchase I did not like it at all. It's a completely different racket than the clash The pure strike is such a solid hitting racket n the clashes much more forgiving and comfortable imo

[@GallicGarlic]

I loved the Pure Strike after a 2 weeks test but that was the 3rd gen one

[@Mac39Ryan]

Excellent review. Have you gone back to this stick at all since? Cheers

[@mmschley]

I was using a Pro Staff 97 but hit too many balls into the tape. The launch angle just demanded more leg work then my lazy body was willing to give shot after shot. Switched to the Pure Strike. Way more power, so much so that I can't go back to the pro staff. Solved the launch angle problem but i struggle with mid court balls (too much power) and elbow issues that I've never experience before. Question on the clash tour. The biggest complaint I found was difficulty to volley. Tennisnerd, in the video you seemed to volley just fine and you recommend the racket as a doubles stick (for its low swing weight, i think). Did you notice any issues with volleying? Did you hit touch volleys as well as firm put away volleys? Thanks for the review! Also, what would you say your average net clearance is? Seems pretty high.

[@Tennisnerd]

I liked it from everywhere on the court, but I did struggle to dial in touch volleys. I am sure it is a matter of time spent on court, but the muted feel takes longer time to get used to. The net clearance, in general, is definitely high. It is very easy to achieve depth with it.

[@organicdemo114]

Grrat review, but I really wish this racquet was longer than standard 27. And now a very simple way of STRETCHING ANY FRAME is to remove factory butt cap and install the XTP Xtended Tennis Product butt cap. It easily adds half an inch to any manufacturer racquet .thx.john

[@damianopeterbroers7661]

I like the control of the new Babolat Pure Aero :)

[@rowanrobinson]

Got mine last week and it's strung with Wilson sensation @55 and the strings are rubbish. I'm getting them replaced asap and probably slightly tighter

[@TariqSaleem]

Try poly in low tension. It took me a while but I've just recently experimented with Yonex Poly Tour Pro at 44lbs and I am currently playing the best tennis I've ever played!

[@keithliang81]

I loved the review! Personally I've been playing with a Prince 03 Speedport Black for the past 8 years , and play with a windshield wiper swing. Will be this a good "upgrade" from my current racquet or will it feel the same?

[@Tennisnerd]

keithliang81 Thanks! It will be a nice update I believe...

[@T31-e2y]

Which gauge tour bite do you use? Thx for the reviews!

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks. I normally use 1.25 for all my polys.

[@ashah2574]

Hi did you put any lead on the clash tour?

[@matteofederico8397]

Hi coming from a pure strike 16x19 (2019), i would like ti change with the clash 98 or 100 cause i need to solve my constant arm problems and the clash giving up some problems seems like a good opportunity with the amazing balance and low stiffness. I can opt for the 100? Or maybe to light?which one do you recommend between the 3 clash? 98/100/100 tour? Many thanks

[@marvyeap]

Hi Jonas, good info as always. The million dollar question...do you prefer Clash 100, Clash 100 Tour or Head 360+ Speed MP? I assume you will say the Speed MP because of the better feedback on shots due to the 360+ spiral fibers.

[@marvyeap]

Good review. So do you prefer the Clash 100, or the Clash Tour?

[@Tennisnerd]

Marvin Yeap The Tour for me...does not need any lead tape...

[@marvyeap]

Tennisnerd thanks!

[@EP-77o]

I didn’t hear if you thought the Tour version plays essentially like a 100 with lead added.

[@Tennisnerd]

@@EP-77o Yeah, with some lead tape it should play like the Tour!

[@MichaelJMalloy]

We're you using a vibration dampener? I'm wondering if this racket is better without, might give more feel.

[@Tennisnerd]

I tried it without and it played nice as well. I'm just used to the vibration dampener. It does not make much difference in the end...

[@theypeedonmyrug]

The dampener doesn‘t do anything to the feel or power - only to your ears.

[@mrfofung]

No dampener. I get more feel for the sweet spot

[@jihadmoustafa980]

Hello i want to ask if iam going to choose between one of those new clash rackets, whats better for a clay court player with an eastern forehand grip and double handed backhand like me that needs more spin on his shots, and needs more spin serves that suits the nature of clay courts, i want easy access to power and spin and depth. Iam playing now with babolat aeropro drive 300 gm and want to change to a better racket that offers more comfort and feel and stability with almost the same spin and free power that i need for my type of game. Looking forward for your help.

[@Tennisnerd]

gehad alsisy Try the Clash Tour, I think that is a bit more stable. Really loving this racquet.

[@jihadmoustafa980]

@@Tennisnerd thanks ❤️

[@louis6787]

Hi, I used to play a lot of tennis as a kid (16) i'm now 27 and I'm getting back in to it. I'd put myself somewhere between beginner and advanced. I can hit reasonably powerful shots, good forehand, bad backhand! I'm considering the clash 100, clash 100 tour and Babolat Pure Aero. Do you think these are good choices? Any recommendations? Your insight would be hugely appreciated.

[@sgwnbe4ever]

Thanks for the nice review, how do you compare this to TF40 305 and Phantom 305?

[@duquintella2008]

Hi!! Awesome video! I play with Head Speed Pro, 2014, 315g unstrung. Do you think it is worth it give it a go to the clash 98? Or Head gravity pro? Thanks

[@vanodne]

What did you end up doing? I have a Clash and a Gravity Pro: very different frames, although they are both flexible.

[@williamausenka9251]

could you compare this raquect to the yonex vcore 98 please?

[@GreySoundz]

In my opinion, it's more stable and powerful. The Vcore has more spin

[@Tennisnerd]

The VCORE is crisper, power and spin are quite similar despite the different specs. Clash has a plusher feel that I personally prefer. Also, I think the sweet spot is a bit bigger with the Clash.

[@williamausenka9251]

@@Tennisnerd thank you for the reply !!

[@finnyboy08]

@ tennisnerd. The string setip in the review is it 1.25 or 1.30

[@jordanwong17]

Hey, this vs the head graphene speed pro, which do you like more?

[@Tennisnerd]

Hey Jordan, that is a tough one. The Graphene 360 Speed Pro offers a bit better control on flatter shots and suits my game style better, but it does feel a bit hollow on impact and I ended up feeling a soreness in my wrist after a while. So I would probably pick the Clash based on comfort, but the Speed Pro suits flatter hitters better.

[@jordanwong17]

@@Tennisnerd nice, thanks for the reply!

[@mortenaagaard6805]

@@Tennisnerd Good news. I have both :-)

[@Ihasfinger911]

How would this racket be as a backup/alternate racket to my RF pro staff 97? (Which I find gives ample spin) Or can you recommend something that would be a good back up to the RF97 that doesn't feel too drastically different?

[@Tennisnerd]

Rosemarys Baby Why do you want an alternate racquet?

[@Ihasfinger911]

@@Tennisnerd Just days when things aren't going my way or when my RF97 is getting restrung. I've considered getting a second RF97 but the chances of it being identical to the one I have seem slim so I thought, why not get a different racket (but not TOO different)

[@nickbyrd1027]

@@Ihasfinger911 You could try an Angell TC 97 or 95? Paul can make your specs really similar to the specs you have on your current racquet.

[@nickbyrd1027]

@@Ihasfinger911 Or the Yonex VCORE Pro 97 (330)

[@Ihasfinger911]

@@nickbyrd1027 Thanks, but I ended up getting a Wilson six.one 18×20

[@kiesbett]

dear tennisnerd, i love your videos, your review made me buy both the clash 100 and the tour. is a weight of 342 gram with string normal for the tour or did i get by accident a very heavy exemplar of the racket? string: luxilon adrenalin 1,25mm. all the best, another fan.

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks! Wow, that sounds like it is way over spec! Should be 330 strung approx with over grip. If you contact the shop you bought it from, they will likely replace it.

[@kiesbett]

@@Tennisnerd hey, thanks for your quick answer. i absolutely like the racket like it is and i will keep it, i was simply very surprised by the weight. seems like wilson should really work on their "consistency" of quality, like you mentioned in other videos.

[@CR4WLFC]

Does this give more control than pure areo? Also is the difference between power noticable if I were to switch???

[@steveg.7490]

I used Pure Drive and hit with Pure Aero occasionally. I put the Clash Tour at slightly below PA in power which I believe gives it more control. It plays like a soft version of the PA - much better on your arm- stiffens when you swing fast from low to high, but also flexes on shots that come at you with heavy pace and on slices and volleys.

[@Mrhenwii123]

I really can't decide if i should for the clash 100 or the prostaff 97. I'm a mix of both a flat hitter and spin. Similar to how roger hits a forehand (not spot on but similar). A little worried that the prostaff wouldn't be much spin friendly if i wish to play a little more spin. Thoughts?

[@Tennisnerd]

It sounds like the PS 97 suits you better! It is pretty spin-friendly and better for flat shots

[@Mrhenwii123]

@@Tennisnerd are there any strings that is softer or a hybrid system to combat that stiffness?

[@moctezumam6605]

great review, it's expensive though, would you recommend a Mantis 310 or 315?

[@Tennisnerd]

I have never tried Mantis racquets so would have to do that first to compare. Yes, I agree that racquets are getting more expensive.

[@moctezumam6605]

@@Tennisnerd I think you should try the Mantis 310, used by Rusedski, it has good feel and it is quite cheap on ebay!

[@tennisisphysical]

Good looking strokes bud!! #govegan

[@Nellethiex]

Any news for a Wilson clash 98 size head ?

[@Alan_Cho]

I've heard that they're planning to release a 98 clash later this summer

[@djserbia3343]

Unfortunately same bean width. Was kinda hoping for a thinner beam

[@Tennisnerd]

@@Alan_Cho Yes, around July I think.

[@Tennisnerd]

@@djserbia3343 The width will be similar, but slightly thinner. 24 mm is what I've heard. The Clash 100 is 24,5 mm. In general, I agree it would be nice with 22 mm!

[@Nellethiex]

@@djserbia3343 Same :(

[@davidraman3477]

hi, have you reviewed the Wilson FST Burn 95 and 99?

[@59BigWalt]

Okay, I have to give this review 👍👍& a 🤨. So Wilson is offering players a frame with some of the characteristics of a Countervail, yet flexible & arm friendly version of an Ultra Tour?

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks. Hmm...this is quite far from an Ultra Tour, but it is muted like the Countervail tech, but I still prefer the feedback from the Clash. I would say it plays more like a Wilson Ultra 100 CV, but with 10 pts lower RA, more arm comfort and a plusher response, but the same stability and power.

[@GP-Paddle]

I play with a weighted up ultra tour due to arm issue from my old pro staff K factor. It has been very nice on my arm and I appreciated the precise and solid feel. But there is no free power and limited spin. I’ve been playing with all 3 versions of the clash the last couple days and it is nothing like my ultra tour. Clash has much more spin, much easier power, and fees more “plush” on contact. Still having trouble with drop shots and backhand with the clash, but my serve and forehands feel significantly more powerful and spinny.

[@pssw-crxf436]

I wonder if you advise this racquet to ladies. Thanks.

[@Tennisnerd]

PSSW-CRXF Yes, advanced ladies can go for the Tour and the rest with the regular Clash!

[@pssw-crxf436]

Thanks for replying. I will soon buy one.

[@AbhinavKannan18272662530]

I play with the Babolat Pure Drive but I find it too stiff for me. If I play for 2 to 3 hrs continuously,I find myself suffering with elbow tenderness and wrist pain. I’m planning on switching to the Clash but I don’t know whether to go for the Normal Clash or the Clash tour. Could you help me out by stating the main differences between the Clash and the Clash tour?

[@DG-zl1gh]

Hi....Where and how much weight should I add to clash tour 100??

[@opencurtin]

I have a prince tour 100t ESP bought a clash 108 but I find it very head heavy even though it's lighter than my Prince , I really dont like it no feel off of it compared to my Prince , should I just keep playing with it or go back to Prince I was thinking of buying the Textreme instead ..

[@LarzB]

How does this racket compare to the Head speed pro 360?

[@Tennisnerd]

The Speed Pro 360 has a lower launch angle, is crisper, more controlled, but requires more from the user. I loved the 360 Pro, but my wrist did not like it as much with a full poly. The Clash is more comfortable and spin-friendly.

[@LarzB]

@@Tennisnerd i have the speed pro 360 and i love it. But only with a full poly with much lower tension. I have solinco tour bite at 21 kg. I tried tour bite partially because of your videos and some other reviews. That poly is more rigid than other poly's, so i had to drop the tension with 3 kg to prevent it to be too harsh. At 21kg the speed pro is crisp, but also nice feel. Not like you're playing with a wooden board. Poly strings differ very much in how rigid or soft they feel. I used polyfibre venom rough at 24kg which was good for that string while the tour bite i had to drop 3kg for a similar feel. I do think the clash tour is a very interesting racket. It might give me too much power and i don't like a too high launch angle. I'm going to demo it some day. Just to try it out.

[@jlan6723]

@@LarzB My Clash is regular. I may say Clash can save my game easier in defence especially on my backhand side. 360 Speed Pro have good spin as a 18*20, but less spin than Clash. Depth is easier with Clash due to launch angle.

[@LarzB]

@@jlan6723 sounds good.. but enough debt is never my issue, neither on my one handed backhand. I also have a speed mp 360 with 16x19 string pattern and it's launch angle is noticable higher than the pro. Even in defense it takes little effort for me to hit deep into the court. That's why i am hesitant to the wilson clash, babolat earo pro, pure drive, head extreme. I think I'll have problems keeping the ball in the court. The flex of the Clash, that's why it is such an interesting frame

[@glitterstorm.]

How does this compare with the Babolat Pure Strike? Which one do you prefer? Thanks

[@Tennisnerd]

glitterstorm The Pure Strike gives you better directional control, but less spin. The power level is about the same. The feel of the Strike is crisper.

[@Tennisnerd]

Hard to say which one I like best, but I do enjoy the Clash Tour a lot so it gets my vote in the end...

[@glitterstorm.]

Thank you!

[@3Slippers]

HI, is it 30.6mm balance unstrung, so about 31.6 strung?

[@nathanalmond3652]

i was going to get the clash 100 tour, but i only got to demo the normal 100. And it was way too light for me, at the time i couldn't get my hands on a 100 tour to try so i ended up with 2 burn 100 cv's.They're good rackets but i may demo the 100 tour one day.

[@beardedschlim]

Very good review. Hard to find a neutral review out there.

[@Tennisnerd]

Thanks! Appreciate the comment.

[@beardedschlim]

@@Tennisnerd Can I ask you a question ? I am an intermediate player. with a lift-oriented play style I am heavy and powerful (105 kg rugby player). I hesitate between the clash and the clash tour. I don't know if I should go for the tour because it's easier to swing fast. Or if I should go for the tour because I should have the power for it. Any tips ? Cheers

[@juliusbergstrom8642]

Hey, Im a semi beginner player. Im not hitting proper topspin from the baseline yet. Im looking to buy a new racquet that I can improve my tennis with and use for a long time. Im playing some doubles and would like a racquet that is good for volleys. Im intrested in the Clash but thinking it might be to expensive for me, i dont even know my playstyle yet. Im pretty strong so i want a 300g+ racquet. What do you guys suggest for me?? Thanks alot for any response.

[@not4primetime]

I am thinking of getting a demo of the Clash 100, but have heard that it only plays well with polyester strings. Would this racquet play poorly with multifiliament ( I play with Technifibe Biphase 17 gauge as I have had elbow problems in the past with polyester.

[@kubherarangasamy8491]

Wilson pro staff better or clash better please answer

[@Tennisnerd]

I prefer the Clash, I am not a huge fan of the current Pro Staff 97 line.

[@kubherarangasamy8491]

Thanks for replying

[@ajcph]

How would u compare this to the pro kennex kiQ+5?

[@bevoburn]

would you put Solenco Hyper G on that racket?

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, that's a good combo.

[@masumarsaid]

What the best string for Wilson Clash 100 UL? And what tension? What ur recommend. Tx

[@Tennisnerd]

What do you want to achieve? For control Luxilon Alu Power 1.20 gauge is nice - for comfort and power try HEAD Velocity MLT

[@AbhinavKannan18272662530]

How would you compare the Babolat pure strike 16/19 to the the Wilson Clash?? In terms of its playability and general differences. Thanks in advance.

[@Tennisnerd]

They are quite different racquets. The Pure Strike is stiffer and offers better directional control. Power is similar, the Clash gives a bit more spin and a higher launch angle. I like both racquets, but ended up feeling some wrist pain after playing with the Pure Strike regularly so that is why I prefer the Clash.

[@name741]

I'm switching to Clash from Pure drive since pure drive is too stiff for me, what tension should I go for if I string Solinco tour bite with Clash?

[@Tennisnerd]

Nice! Keep in mind that Tour Bite is still a stiff string, but I liked it at 24 kg.

[@mrfofung]

54/52

[@steveg.7490]

45lbs - this tech is great for lower tensions - better ball pocketing and comfort IMO. I tried higher and it's way too stiff. The frame stiffens when you swing fast and flexes on slices, volleys, etc. That's why they call it the Clash - it is stiff AND flexible, which was unheard of in the past.

[@ticonderoga8000]

I'm stuck between the Clash 100 and 108, any recommendations out there? I am a beginner that's athletic and learns very quickly. I plan on training a lot using the wall and spending time serving for hours in order to get better. Price is not an issue: I feel like I should get the 108 while I'm still a Beginner, let it carry me up to my mid-level intermediate days, and reevaluate my skill and style and drop big money on another racket. All opinions and constructive criticism are appreciated!

[@bjarkenielsen8515]

Go with the 100... Said another 40+ male beginner. I have played some squash. Badminton and a bit of table tennis before and the hand/eye coordination from that is easily transferrable. In all of these sports both Ball and racquet/bat are way smaller. Hitting the sweet spot on a tennis racquet is not Big Deal. Go for the 100 and not the 108

[@emadnasreldin1508]

What is the correct string tension for a clash ?

[@Tennisnerd]

I like it around 24-25 kg. If I go lower, I lack a bit of control.

[@mteca5093]

Which racquet for flat hitters that want comfort would you recommend

[@TariqSaleem]

Have you tried the prince 93p 18x20. I added weight at 12,3 and 9 and an overgrip to weight it upto 370gms and it's a dream to play with.

[@jan-berendstoker6788]

Got a question for you perhaps you know the answer. I bought 2 wilson clash tour rackets one of them I got the following problem with After playing 2,5 month with this racket it didn’t feel right. Cut the string out and they stayed in place no tension. Put new strings in it and after playing 5 times with this racket the tension in the strings was down 5kg. Do you know what is going on?

[@Tennisnerd]

Jan-Berend Stoker I don’t know really to be honest, seems like there might be something with the grommets. These racquets eat strings fast but if you experience the issue only with one of your racquets it is a bit strange...maybe change the grommets and see what happens?

[@jan-berendstoker6788]

Tennisnerd Thanks for the quick replay. Love you’re vids

[@Tennisnerd]

@@jan-berendstoker6788 Thanks, appreciate it!

[@opencurtin]

I’m buying the 108 clash I hope it will be nice for me !

[@yourbedroompunk7601]

So is this better than the clash 100? The class 100 seems less superior when compared to this, right?

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, in my opinion. I think the Clash needs some extra stability

[@yourbedroompunk7601]

@@Tennisnerd Thanks for the response! Loved the review!

[@vansangluravanchhawng5686]

Did I get you correctly, you are not recommended for advanced/professional players? Though you swung very hard, the ball looks travel very slow.

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes, it can be used by advanced players too. It is just a matter of taste. It is plush and more low-powered than a Pure Drive for example so you do get a bit more control. Most pros prefer a bit more feedback from their racquets though.

[@LayMamaHoMah]

Great review! How does this compare against the Blade 98?

[@92energie]

Would love to see a direct comparison between the 100, 100 Tour and 98....

[@Tennisnerd]

That is an idea! At least for a written post.

[@92energie]

@@Tennisnerd Don't know which two I should order for testing? The 100 Tour and 98 or just the 100 and 100 Tour?

[@Tennisnerd]

@@92energie Go for the 98 and the Tour! They are the same weight but play quite differently. Curious to hear which one you like best.

[@92energie]

@@Tennisnerd Yeah, i'll let you know. Playing a 2015 Pure Drive at the moment, but for me it has way too much power on full or fast swings and is really stiff feeling.. slice and my one handed backhand feels off...

[@richardespinosa1428]

How do the 98 and Tour play differently? Thanks.

[@jlan6723]

Is it possible to make a regular Clash play like a Clash tour by adding 3 gram to 3 and 9 each?

[@jlan6723]

Cool! I got the answer from your website. I will try to customize mine later as I have not found anything wrong with the regular Clash. I may prefer slightly higher swing weight but it is a stable racket in stock form.

[@Tennisnerd]

@@jlan6723 Cool! Good luck and enjoy.

[@emmanuelbuenviaje6564]

Impressive 1H and 2H backhand

[@dakotaposey7944]

How would this racket go up against Yonex VCore pro 97 310 grams? I play doubles and more serve and volly?

[@Tennisnerd]

The VCORE will give you more control, but I think that one plays better with some lead tape. For doubles, this one will give you easy depth and point and shoot ability. The spin can easily get the ball to dive down to your opponent's feet. But ultimately, like with all things around tennis racquets, it is a matter of taste.

[@investigator-wx2qd]

I got the new clash roland garros 2020 please review!!

[@brotendo]

I hit somewhat flat. I played with the Wilson Pro Staff 6.0 85 for a decade and now I feel like I don't have too many options. :( I'm currntly playing with the new RF97 and I don't like it that much.

[@jesoby]

wonder how it compares to a Pro Kennex Q5 315, similarly head light and very comfortable. I would hope for a bit more power but I'm doubtful.

[@Tennisnerd]

It is more comfortable than the ProKennex, power is probably a bit lower, but not by much. You can really open it up by stringing lower, but I prefer 25 kg and poly.

[@andrewr9212]

Do you prefer this racket over the 100 or the 98?

[@Tennisnerd]

Yes I do

[@lyquanghung649]

What difference between this vs blade ?

[@TenniswithAlex]

The Clash has its own feeling, which is very soft across the racquet length but stable (firm) torsionally :-D The Blade is more conventional, as torsionally stable as the Clash but stiffer across the racquet.

[@ace1222-u6s]

Can you review racket Fischer tour FT please. 😮

[@DeneNorton]

Great comfort, great power, almost zero feel.

[@steveg.7490]

disagree - what did you use for string and tension?

[@vanodne]

I get so-so feel using 17ga Tour Bite at 48lb. Jonas is right, though, I play better with this thing than with my nicer-feeling racquets...

[@ivanpalaca6230]

What racket do you really use?

[@Tennisnerd]

I am making a decision before the end of 2020.

[@ivanpalaca6230]

Okay so 1 question. Which would you prefer between the clash and wilson blade v7?

[@Andy-xb5qg]

I'm not convinced. Lots of spin but very slow balls. The guy at the other side has time enough to have a beer before responding...

[@Tennisnerd]

Yeah, the power is not Pure Drive standard. If you look closely you can see him sipping from a can of lager between shots, but I am using excessive spin though.

[@jimwocha4949]

Andy is obviously a pro. I would take his comments seriously 😂

[@tizianofoggifoggi768]

Watching tennis on tv is very different than live, shots appear slower than they really are...

[@HighTierMike]

Stick to your two handed backhand..... Good review btw