Aggressive, precise ball-strikers will appreciate the feel and torsional stability of this Wilson tennis racket. It has all the features and specs of our Blade 98 16x19 v8 with a design inspired by Roland Garros. The main appeal lies in the frame layup, which accommodates the modern, vertical swing path common to competitive players. FORTYFIVE° increases both the flexibility and stability of the frame to lend supreme feel for the ball on every shot.

*This racquet ships unstrung. Select from the stringing options above and the Tennis Direct Australia team will string the racket for you.

Features 

  • FORTYFIVE°: Patent-protected frame layup that produces an elevated feel of connectedness to the ball. Material increases both stability and flex without the need to comprome your stroke.
  • DirectConnect: Direct connection between the carbon fiber handle and the end cap enhances torsional stability while also elevating the overall feel of the racket.
  • Braided Graphite + Basalt: Unique composite build allows this racket to flex, producing elevated control and enhanced overall feel.
  • Parallel Drilling: A more consistent and forgiving string bed response provided by Parallel Drilling.
  • Top Grip Taper: Provides a better feel, especially for players with a two-handed backhand

Specifications

  • Head Size : 98in / 632cm
  • Length : 68.58cm
  • String Pattern : 16x19
  • Strung Weight : 321g
  • Unstrung Balance : 32
  • Unstrung Weight : 305g
SKU WR127911U
Brand Wilson
Shipping Weight 0.9800kg
Unit Of Measure ea

Excellent Racquet, Great Look

By: on 28 April 2024
There’s nothing new to say about the Wilson Blade racquet. Swapped from a 2013 Babolat AeroPro Drive GT looking for better control and softer on the wrist/arm and could not be happier. You’ll see some talk about Blades being under-powered, and while it is true that there’s no free power if you swing freely through the ball the racquet will give you plenty of power on serves and ground strokes. I’m one of the few who didn’t like the olive/red colour shift paint on the V8 but absolutely love this RG version, to me it has a retro 70s kinda look with the orange & blue. As for Tennis Direct I ordered the racquet with strings Saturday, goods shipped Monday and arrived interstate to a regional area by that Friday. Could not be happier with my purchase.
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