In my opinion, the combo of RPM Power in the new Pure Strike is a great match. In fact, once I got used to it, I found the tradeoff pretty well worth it. This is probably why it took me a little more time to find the control I have in my normal set-up. That said, I wasn’t necessarily able to hit as much spin as my normal set-up with RPM Blast, but it wasn’t that much less. It is a round, coated/texturized polyester in a brass color that definitely adds more pop to my shots than my typical RPM Blast set-up. Not to go off on too big of a tangent, I just want to mention that I found RPM Power to be a fantastic string. That said, it took me a little time to tone down some of the pop from the racquet/string set-up and get more dialed in. Adding to the fact that I was using Babolat’s brand new polyester, RPM Power, that was just released last fall, I was hitting some bigger balls than normal. The added swing weight added more plow through to my shots. Though slightly less maneuverable than my normal set-up, I really enjoyed the new Strike. This is typically why the swing weight is higher on the Pure Strike (16x19) at approximately 328. The new Strike definitely swings with more mass in the head compared to the new Pure Aero VS since the Pure Strike is approximately 4 pts head light and the Aero VS is 6 pts head light. strung, with a higher swing weight and more weight towards the head. strung, with a lower swing weight and more head light balance, to now the new Pure Strike, which is 11.4oz. Ground Strokes: I’m coming from the new Pure Aero VS (2020) strung with RPM Blast at 52 lb., which is 11.3oz. I just went bone stock, with the over grip and a Babolat custom damp (without the bead insert). Lastly, I didn’t use any lead or tungsten tape. Since I prefer the new Syntec Team replacement grips that come with the third generation Pure Strikes, I left it and then wrapped a VS Original over grip. My set-up: I strung the 3rd generation Pure Strike with RPM Power 16g at 54 pounds (2-piece). Review of Third Generation (2020) Pure Strike, 16x19:
If you're brave enough to read until the end, I hope you enjoy.
#Babolat pure strike 2nd generation free#
Feel free to critique! I know they're long, probably too long, and very detailed, probably too detailed, but I love this stuff. That said, I do try to use as much objectivity as possible when writing my reviews. I really believe Babolat is the best brand out there. So, you might think I'm biased, and you'd be right.
#Babolat pure strike 2nd generation full#
So, full disclosure, I am a Babolat ambassador. Anyways, I decided to write up a review of my experience with the frame, and with different string-setups. (However, it's important to know that they're significantly different from the Babolat Pure Strike VS racquets.I've been playing off and on with the new Pure Strike 16x19 over the last few months (pending the shutdown/quarantine). But in general I think the Babolat Pure Strikes have a nice blend of attributes that will fit a wide variety of players.
There are much better arm-friendly options out there for people looking for a comfortable response. I agree with that in general, but it's definitely not the racquet I would recommend for someone who has had arm issues in the past. Also, a softer poly like Solinco Tour Bite Soft or Luxilon 4G Soft might reduce the shock to the joints quite a bit.īut despite the firm (which some call “crisp) feel, almost all the reviews will tell you that the new Babolat Pure Strike is a great option for the aggressive baseliner in both 16×19 and 18×20 patterns. I think this is racquet that you either need to drop string tension quite a bit (I usually string around 22 kg but in the Pure Strike I might go even lower with the Solinco Hyper G – click to read my review) or try a hybrid of natural gut and co-poly such as the Wilson Champions Choice or the Babolat RPM Blast + VS which are both top-of-the line string sets if you want both feel and spin. I had the chance to test the Babolat Pure Strike 16×19 and I must say it was a big improvement over the “boardy” Darth Maul version, but if you're using a co-poly string it can be quite firm on tender joints. The reviews of the new Babolat Pure Strike has been glowing from the usual retailers such as Tennis Warehouse and Tennis Express, but some players have expressed concerns over stiffness. The VS line replaces the Babolat Pure Control line so I guess they're trying to reduce the number of paint jobs and racquet lines on the market. I wonder how consumers will be able to keep all these different Pure Strike models apart to be honest. Babolat has finally released a few more versions to the Babolat Pure Strike line with the Babolat Pure Strike 18×20, the Babolat Pure Strike VS and the Babolat Pure Strike VS Tour.
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