*This racquet comes unstrung. If you wish to have this racquet strung before delivery, in addition to the racquet add "String Labor with Purchase" as well as desired string into your cart. Afterwards write in your desired tension in the notes section of your cart.
Overview:
Building on nearly 20 years of dominance, Wilson's Blade performance rackets continue to be the preferred choice of avid competitors looking for ultimate control, feel and stability. The Blade 98 (16x19) V9 has a sharper, more stable response that produces a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Featuring a new Emerald Night matte finish, the V9 has a braided graphite + basalt frame with a DirectConnect carbon fiber handle for enhanced torsional stability. It also features an open string pattern with a more forgiving response, which delivers consistent, spin-friendly shots.
Tech Specs:
Parallel Drilling - Grommet construction provides a consistent, more forgiving string bed response while dramatically increasing the sweet spot.
Fortyfive Degree - Patent-protected frame layup produces more connected-to-the-ball feel while better complementing the more modern, vertical swing path. Material increases both flexibility and stability without compromise through the swing.
Top Grip Taper -Tapered grip lends better feel for top-handed grip placement on two-handed backhand.
DirectConnect - Carbon fiber handle extends to directly connect with end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability.
Stablefeel - The new Blade technology that provides an enhanced, firmer feel that increases stability and creates a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Designed with avid players in mind, this "sharper Blade" is ideal for those seeking to improve their game.
Specifications:
Head (sq cm)632
Head (sq in)98
Length (cm)68.58
Length (in)27
String Pattern 16X19
Strung balance (cm)33
Strung balance (pts)-4
Strung weight (grams)321
Strung weight (ounces)11.32
Taper System (mm)20.6
Unstrung balance (cm)32
Unstrung balance (pts)-7
Unstrung weight (grams)305
Unstrung weight (ounces)10.76
