Wilson Pro Staff X vs PS97 v14. The best tweener racket?

[@sarawooto9296]

That’s what I am looking for. I have searched over the web for PS X honest reviews these couple of days. Keep going. 👍

[@tantennis]

Thanks!

[@highgate14]

Excellent review Tan

[@tantennis]

Thanks!

[@seal-nowweretalking6753]

That was a brilliant and in my opinion, accurate review of the new PS. The best I've seen thus far. I also love your shot production. So technically and fundamentally solid, a real lesson to me. Thanks.

[@tantennis]

Thanks!

[@Mewborne89]

Thanks for the review! Can’t wait to try it this week. I really think your strokes looked great in the video with the X and the launch angle was very nice. You should definitely keep this one in your bag!

[@tantennis]

Hope you will like it. This racket already reserves the spot in my bag!

[@jorgetirado3201]

Another great video! I really appreciate how honest you are, even though you’re younger than I am an appreciate player frames more than I do at this stage of my life. I’m on the hunt for a less muted / dampened racquet like the racquets of yesteryear, but with more forgiveness and not harsh on my 50 yr old arm…this one could be worth a try!

[@tantennis]

Thanks! Give this racket a try.

[@OldManMidnight]

Now here is where you need to get a hold of the Wilson SHIFT 315 and put it against the Pro Staff X. It would be incredibly interesting to see the differences in these two as they seem fairly similar in specs

[@tantennis]

Interesting match up!

[@josephyfho]

@tan thanks for the prompt review. I always follow your reviews closely as you are a fellow prostaffer. I am likely to get this one.

[@tantennis]

Thanks fellow Pro Staffer!

[@samuelyau205]

Hi Khun Tan, may I asked is your tennis shop in Bangkok , How much would the unstrung pro staff X costs? Planning to travel to Bkk and Chiang Mai 😊 🙏 Sawadeekrap

[@damets]

Love the channel. Your racket comparison videos are great. Any chance you will review the Pro Staff Six One 100 v14?

[@tantennis]

Thanks! Unfortunately, I don’t think the retailers here will bring it in.

[@jamesgray9444]

I got a demo and wow this thing is solid. I just took it out and played doubles and I was able to play great. It does feel heavier than my vcore 100 but it’s only Half an ounce difference. The Wilson is just so solid. But you can’t get lazy and just try to bump the ball back. I’m loving this new pro staff and gonna try it again today.

[@tantennis]

I know right! This stick is gonna be a hit!

[@arueda46]

I would like to know your comparison with the Percept 100D

[@steveschaeffer5999]

I was demoing the Gravity Pro Auxetic. I loved the control but after an hour it became too sluggish for me and maybe the launch angle was a bit low. Do you think that the Pro Staff X would be worthwhile to try?

[@tantennis]

It sure has higher launch angle and spin. Anyway, I feel like the PSX is equally demanding to play with.

[@matogegic1161]

Great review. Have you tried prestige mp -l. With mp l customization I think these two rackets would be very similar

[@adamcravets5408]

I’ve used pro staffs most of my life (I’m 52). Currently have 2 PS 95S from 2015 in my bag. I recently tried the new PS and was disappointed. I was much less accurate and less consistent with it. It didn’t have the spin I’m used to and I kept hitting long. Maybe they’ll come out with an S version (16/15 string pattern) and if they do I’ll try again.

[@TheChellotta]

Excellent review! Id love to see how the PS X compares to the Shift 315

[@tantennis]

Will do a side by side comparison soon. Stay tune!

[@Kelvin-ed6ce]

How will this racquet compare to Head Speed Pro?

[@vincentvo3195]

Great review thanks! It seems this is a big diff in spin and launch from the v13 100. What's your assessment on comparing the 100sq in X and the V13 100.

[@tantennis]

Basically, I just can’t get topspin from v13 100 at all. It felt like the ball goes off the string bed too early. I also don’t feel like it has pro staff characteristics that much. On the X, spin is wow. Control is like PS97 with extra power. And it feels more like a pro staff than v13 100.

[@vincentvo3195]

@@tantennis great thanks! I think I might need to pick one up. but maybe after the drop in price, it's a bit high for me lol. THanks!

[@hansenshardja7815]

Please review wilson shift, babolat pure drive 98,babolat aero .Thank You

[@tantennis]

Already did the Shift and PA98. Check the review in my channel.

[@ayokay123]

Another great video! For an older player, this racquet vs the Ezone 100?

[@tantennis]

I think Ezone is less demanding and easier to play with

[@overdrive_tennis]

It would be interesting to compare it to the Prince textreme 100p. Thank you for the video. Great work

[@tantennis]

Thanks!

[@OldSkoolLegend]

Short handles are better because they prioritise more of the racket towards the end (hitting zone).allows there to be more space for a nice long neck. It's actually very good Wilson is doing this. Prince are excellent at doing this. I use Phantom 97P for precisely this reason.

[@tantennis]

I don’t feel that way. My hands don’t fit on the handle. And my 2HBH backhand on Wilson Blade and Pro Staff is never been as good compared to on many other rackets like Yonex, Head, and Babolat.

[@OldSkoolLegend]

@@tantennis I've seen your BH in your vids.... your grip is too high anyway bro. You need to hold the racket as low as possible to utilise as much of the weight as possible. First do that and then see how it feels. proper BH grip should be held all the way at the bottom with the pinky finger barely on the buttcap and the other hand snug tight against the bottom hand. There should be no gap between the hands.

[@tantennis]

@@OldSkoolLegend thanks!

[@OldSkoolLegend]

@@tantennis honestly though. im not trying to school you or anything like that. I'm 36. have played since i was 8 and competed a lot in my younger days. try gripping lower down and tighter hands together.... you should definitely feel more racket weight which will feel very pleasant and like you can get more penetration on the ball. Hope I didn't offend you or anything.

[@tantennis]

@@OldSkoolLegend don’t worry, I didn’t take it that way. I try to get better especially on the BH. I appreciate any advice in the comments. Thanks!

[@PhxRacket]

How is the comfort? I can get a tender elbow with a full bed of ALU Power strung at 47# in a v7 Blade 18x20. I had a few hits with the PSX and loved it. I just wonder if I would find long term comfort….

[@tantennis]

Probably try the same setup and see if it’s still comfortable? On my end, I don’t think there’s a big difference between Blade 98 and PSX. Blade could be slightly softer.

[@nassibneme]

Can you try the Vcore Pro 100 (2019 emerald) with a leather grip and hyper G 1.30mm @ 46 lbs. Total weight with overgrip is 332 grams. I think you will love this setup.

[@tantennis]

Wow. That's very specific lol. Actually Vcore Pro is on my review plan.

[@nassibneme]

@@tantennis yes it is specific, but no lead or weight in the hoop, just a leather grip. Tension can be 43 to 48lbs, it will feel good in that tension range. Thank you for the prompt reply.

[@MengMeng-ck8ct]

Have u tried prostaff six one..comparing with X prostaff..which one easier to use...which one bigger sweetspot ? Tq Mr Tan

[@Andre-qm6we]

Thanks Tan, but tell us please, is the power development of the PS X linear like a typical box beam?

[@tantennis]

I think it is a linear power development. I don’t feel like there’s a free power.

[@Tennissensitive]

Nice review as always

[@tantennis]

Thanks for watching!

[@allthesame3856]

Nice review good work👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@houhouhou99]

Hi, I want to choose a 100 size racket between Pro Staff X, Speed Mp and Gravity Mp. I don't really care about power as I can create a lot of power. What I do care about is spin, hand feedback and directionality. I like the clear hand feedback of the Pro Staff X, but I don't know what the pros and cons of Speed and Gravity are compared to it. Could you please give me some advice? I really appreciate it.

[@tantennis]

Speed MP is a well-round racket. You get a little bit of everything. I would label it as a control tweener racket. Spin is good and it’s quite maneuverable. Cons are erratic stringbed. You can spray the ball long from time to time. Gravity MP is a baseliner racket. Soft and plush, great feel, very forgiving. Can generate good power from baseline effortlessly. Cons are stability. Racket face twist and flip when handle heavy balls. Tried customized it and it’s still unstable. Spin is not good on this frame.

[@houhouhou99]

@@tantennis Thank you for your awesome reply! I've made my decision, and I think I'll go with the Pro Staff X. I really love the feel it provides and its clear responsiveness. If possible, may I ask for your recommendation on what string and tension you would suggest?

[@tantennis]

@@houhouhou99 yea if you can handle 315g, I think PSX is the best option. String I think it feels best with Tour bite soft or Ice code. Tension I wouldn’t go over 50 lbs.

[@user-ug7ur5ou5e]

Nice review! Were do you play , Thailand?

[@tantennis]

Yessir

[@jamesgray9444]

I’m playing with the vcore 21 100. Great racquet and I play well with it. This pro staff 100 is interesting because it is heavier with a thinner beam. Gotta give it a try!

[@tantennis]

It’s gonna be more demanding than VC100 but it’s worth a try!

[@marklin83]

How does this compare to the head speed mp auxetic?

[@tantennis]

I think PSX is basically better on almost every aspect except power and maneuverability.

[@mycomma]

Thanks tan! Just a question, is it easier to serve than blade v8 or just similar? It is heavier in 315g but actually more headlight than v8🤔🤔

[@tantennis]

First serve I think both are equally good at power and placement. Second serve I will go with the Pro Staff X.

[@mycomma]

You help me a lot!!

[@hansenshardja7815]

Prostaff v14 Six One with Prostaff v14..same weight.please compare...feel...wat the difference...thank you

[@chankoksoon]

Hi Tan, what’s the strings and tension for this demo? What ball did you buy of this?

[@tantennis]

This is my racket, strung with Solinco Tour Bite soft @46 lbs. I normally use Dunlop fort all court balls.

[@chankoksoon]

@@tantennis Hi Tan. Where are you from? Yes, I heard good reviews about Dunlop Fort all court tennis balls!

[@tantennis]

@@chankoksoon Bangkok. I think Dunlop Fort is like standard balls lol. Is it not?

[@chankoksoon]

@@tantennis I'm from Singapore. Over here, Wilson, Head and Slazenger are the popular choice. I'm trying to explore some brands.

[@tantennis]

@@chankoksoon Thanks for the info. Yea we don’t have Slazenger here, we have Head but it’s rare. Wilson is quite common.

[@TataSanila]

haiii, im currently using ezone 98 305 2022, but im considering switching a racket to this Wilson Pro Staff X, what do you think about this?

[@tantennis]

It’s more demanding so make sure you can handle the extra 10g in a long run.

[@TataSanila]

@@tantennis what about the differences in power, control, and feel? i feel like ezone is little bit hard to control and muted

[@gavlatennis2824]

Sounds like a good racquet. It might be possible to find a ~310g "X" due to Wilson's dodgy QC and then tweak it with a bit of lead in the hoop to bring up the swingweight. Dunlop 400 Tour is also worth trying - similar type of control racquet to this and room to custom with lead tape etc.

[@tantennis]

That’s on my review list as well. Seems like it’s got positive feedback.

[@Nahhmah]

Tan, which one would you pick the X or the EZone 100? Thanks!

[@tantennis]

I would pick the X mainly on better feel and control. Not by far tho, I like Ezone 100 a lot too. I play pretty well with that frame and it’s very easy to hit with. Probably use it on like lazy Sunday.

[@kaitunbokbok]

should I get the X version in 2024? My old racket is K Factor six one team 95 and I stop playing for 12 years. Or should I get Head Boom MP instead? just playing with friends no competitive.

[@tantennis]

Static weight is very different between the two. Better to see what weight you’re comfortable with but I would say Boom MP first and go from there.

[@kaitunbokbok]

@@tantennis To be honest, my main choice is the Boom MP, but I saw the PSX on sales for 6,000 THB, which made me hesitate. However, I will still go for the Boom MP. Thank you so much.

[@PhxRacket]

Have you tried the 6.1 100 v14?

[@icemandl6]

Awesome review and very fascinating racquet! It sounds like this racquet is also for those who want a more user friendly version of the Head Gravity Pro/Tour, which is also a control oriented 100 sq inch racquet. Do you prefer the PS X over your 2022 Yonex EZ98?

[@tantennis]

Thanks! This is a difficult choice. Basically I like hitting with this racket more than Ezone 98 because of better feel and higher launch angle. But I’ll have to play with it more to see how long I can handle 315g. Man, I really hope they make it in 300-305g.

[@davidashman4839]

Would you add any lead to the pro staff X for more swing weight or ok as is? 320 SW seems low for this frame. Good reviews. If you can try the Furi Arma Pro. Good frame and plays like an easy pro staff to me.

[@tantennis]

I intentionally choose this SW because I want it to be maneuverable and fast. So far I don’t have any issues dealing with heavy ball, but it lacks pace a bit. So adding weight or using thicker string could help with the SW.

[@tennnis498]

Thank you for this exciting review. Until Wilson changes the grip pallet, you can remove and wrap a new grip. If you use the same one, you can just overlap a bit less and gain about 1/2”. If you want more, buy a new grip and extend it up, or have someone else do it. You can also do it with overgrip. I just recommend doing it yourself instead of being irritated. Yeah sure Wilson, everyone uses single-handed strokes! I know, very shortsighted.

[@tantennis]

Thanks! Yes normally I do the overgrip up for extra inch on PS97 but I forgot to do it on this new racket so I got a bit irritated lol.

[@tennnis498]

@@tantennis your strokes look great!

[@robertlind4164]

Wow it’s like a blade with more feel and crispness? Sign me up! Yup I’m one of those Gen X guys pushing 50 who loved the original Pro Staff 85 in high school but it’s too demanding for me now. Sounds like an ideal frame for me. Interestingly I do see on Tennis Warehouse they are selling this AND a Pro Staff 6.1 100….wondering if you are planning to try that one out as well?

[@tantennis]

I tried the 6.1 100 v13 and I don’t like it that much. I cannot get the ball pocketing and bite for topspin. I think it doesn’t suit my forehand as much. Not sure about the v14 but I don’t think I can find one over here.

[@robertlind4164]

I’m hoping to get a demo of both the X and the 6.1 100 soon…I’ll let you know!

[@tantennis]

@@robertlind4164 thanks!

[@testtestph]

Now how does the VCP 100 compare to this?

[@reginaldpierre]

X or technifibre 315 for baseline game

[@tantennis]

For baseline game, I’m more into Tfight 315. Very consistent.

[@ls21989]

Have you ever played the Blade v8 100 300g?

[@tantennis]

Very briefly when it came out. At that time I was more into 98 headsize. Now I want to try it side by side with the Pro Staff X.

[@ls21989]

@@tantennis That would be an interesting comparison I think! Can you remember the playing characteristics of the Blade 100 compared to the Ezone 98 2022?

[@brunis_m]

What about vs the six one 100??

[@tantennis]

I have tried the v13 but not yet v14. On that v13, I struggle to generate topspin. The six one mold doesn’t work well with my swing. It doesn’t give good ball pocketing. I prefer the pro staff mold a lot more.

[@Nellethiex]

So would you recc the PS X or blade 98 ? :)

[@tantennis]

If you hit with topspin and can handle 315g with ease then go with Pro staff X. If you like flatten the ball out from the back of the court then Blade.

[@Nellethiex]

@@tantennis Thx champ! :)

[@aj4256]

how is the control

[@tantennis]

Not much different from the PS97

[@chewkenghong]

So well said..for those who grew up w prostaff n now old....haha...guess that's why I still love the prostaff but don't use one cos I cant handle it....this prostaff X looks interesting

[@tantennis]

Try it!

[@firstnarawat8]

ตัวpro staff x ควรขึ้นเอ็นอะไรดีครับพอแนะนำได้ไหม

[@tantennis]

Tour bite soft Ice code Sync

[@firstnarawat8]

@@tantennis ขอบคุณครับ

[@crsantin]

This racquet is a bit too heavy for 50+ rec players. I gave up using my Pro Staff 97. As much as I love that racquet it was just too demanding. They should have made this 305 grams.

[@tantennis]

Agree. They should make it 305g.

[@gregmaier5151]

They make a light version silly

[@tenvault4015]

Hey Tan, always enjoy your reviews. Do you have an email address or Facebook to pm? Want to arrange a hit in the future and some equipment stuff

[@tantennis]

Thanks! You can contact me via email at [e-mail]