Tennis Bargains Preview of Wilson Blade 98 (18x20)
- Much more Control, solid feel on heavy shots
- Lowered Swing Weight from 2012 (335 to 330)
- AmpliFeel Grip - adds a bit more comfort; feels like a more perforated or vented handle
- Great for heavy hitters and directing the ball with authority
- Designed for stronger 4.0+ NTRP players
Cons:
- Lacks topspin and slice, in comparison to the Steam 99S
- Swing weight is a bit high, which may bother those with a slower swing
- Not a lot of new changes from the previous year's Blade model
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| Wilson Blade 98 Comparison Click to see enlarged chart |
Main Changes
This new Blade for 2013 has a very closed pattern racket. Offering a good contrast to the Wilson Steam 99S we tested and reviewed earlier this week, Wilson is expanding the racket line to more advanced players.One slight change was the racket's weight of 11.4 oz, which is about 4 grams heavier frame than last year's 2012 model...