Side By Side Comparison Of A Pro Stock And Retail Tennis Racket

Wilson K blade 98(retail) vs Wilson H22(pro stock). Everyone should know that most touring pros don't use off the rack retail tennis rackets. I thought I'd share this brief vid with everyone and hope to bring you some more side by side comparisons.

[randomdogger]

The k blade is still a great stick. I always tell people looking for their favorite players racquet "what are you going to do with it? Win Wimbledon?" I also liked how you mentioned how difficult it is to find grommets for pro stock, great video and very informative.

You should do a video about how the latest racquets are just paint jobs and occasionally added/reduced weight and other gimmicky features like leather grip and "amplified feel."

[Pedrox]

Great videos man !! Keep it up ! Really cool and interesting content you got going on.

[NisseOhlsen]

Thanks.

You should also post a vid where you compare how they play!

[uncletony]

Screw this, man! No more retail shit for me - from now on I'm gonna what am I gonna do...?

[allboutthemojo]

I heard that Roger's pro staff 90 is very similar to retail with the only difference being that his handle is shorter (customized to suit his one handed backhand) . The retail is made to accommodate two handed backhands. If you can get his racket and compare that would be awesome.

[TheUSTATennisPlayer]

Thanks, GladkyiSweden! I'll do my best to bring you guys more videos.

[mistswawkb]

congrats for the video(s), particularly this one. i never knew the differences were so big.i would like to ask you if, it is possible to acquire one, besides being endorsed by the raquet making companies. thanks :)

[aligboyakasha]

Folks, get classic racquets and add lead tape. You'll save money and play better.

[TheUSTATennisPlayer]

You can get them on auction sites like ebay, good luck and thanks for checking out my channel!

[gregderozier]

I still use my Wilson Sting. The older I get, the better it plays;-)

[ReidVV]

In the end, it boils down to what you like. This part is personal: First is overall weight. Do you like a heavier racquet? This will generally impart more power to your shots (it's just physics, energy=mass x acceleration, e=mc2), or a lighter racquet? How do you like the way the racquet is balanced: head heavy, handle heavy, or more evenly balanced. How does the racquet feel in your hand? Next, have you measured the proper grip size for your hand size? Does it feel comfortable to grip the racquet? Do you like a larger head size (100+) for a larger sweet spot and more power, or smaller (<100) for more feel and control? Now hit some balls with a demo. Do you like a stiffer racquet with a thicker frame beam that strikes the ball with more force, or a more flexible racquet with a thinner frame beam that trades a little thump power for more feel? Finally, a big one that affects any racquet more than many like to admit is, what type of strings and at what tension are they strung? Soft or firm strings? Tension higher (control) or lower (power)? With all these factors in play, you see why choosing a racquet is a tough assignment.

[samoah]

Can you make a Video with a Head comparison? I notice that the pro Stock are still Not the Same. I have One (TGK238.1). Like your Video Hope u are doing more stuff like this ;)

[TheUSTATennisPlayer]

Thanks for checkin' em out and subscribing. I'll keep bringing you more vids when I can.

[ThdeGreatestOne]

How does the feel differ between the two?

[ShaftShackDotCom]

Great cosmetic/structural commentary, but what about how the two racquets play/feel on court?!?!

[teecobby]

326g vs 337g...not much difference? That will change the playing dynamics of the racket completely.

[elilovestrainsplanesmore]

If my racquet has nano titanium string/ weave is it a pro stock?

[nviewroyroyce]

Is that a Solinco Tour Bite string on the H22?

[Truebornunicorn]

If I bought a pro stock racquet on ebay, how would I verify that it is a pro stock and not retail? Also, what are the benefits in using a pro stock racquet? Do you have any for sale?

[Editor_Hound]

If I were a 3.5 - 4.0 recreational tennis player, the last thing on my mind is whether I use a pro stock or retail Babolat Pure Drive. Like Donny brook said below, picking up a pro stock racquet won't replace lack in technique, footwork and more importantly, mental aspect of the game. You wouldn't believe the number of people I've seen spend hundreds on racquets (pro stock or retails, doesn't matter) only to brake them in anger during a match.