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wilson k 98

by on Jan.24, 2011, under Intermediate, Wilson K Factor

The Wilson [k] Blade 98 Tennis Racquet is probably the most affordable pro racket on the market.

Some specifications:

  • Head size: 98 square inches
  • Length: 27 inches
  • Weight: 11.3 ounces (strung)
  • Stiffness: 60
  • String pattern: 18 x 20
  • Balance: 3 points, HL
  • Cross section: 21 mm flat beam
  • Grip: Wilson Kontrol Grip
  • Grip sizes: 1 to 5
  • Wilson Stiffness Index: 6

When you want to get some more control you usually will get a smaller racket head, thats where the k98 comes to action, with its 98 size head, it offers much better control.You’ll get more control with that racket also because of its 18*20 string pattern which reflects a bit less spin to the ball, but will let you more control.Not that only, but the strings gets more durable with the 18*20 patterns as they don’t move as free as with the more spaced patterns (16*18).

So why I love the Wilson [k] Blade 98:

Price! Only 129$ at amazon, but worth every buck!

Control! You get the K factor improved control plus the 98 head size and the dense strings pattern to get on of the best control rackets!

Accuracy! You get one of the best accurate rackets, ideal for back court players!

Here is what our readers think about the Wilson [k] Blade 98:

Stan: I love the K98, ny first under 100 head size racket. Why? thats easy: first of all its incredibly forgiving and comfortable for a player’s racket. The first thing I noticed about the Wilson k blade 98 was its amazing contorl and precise shots.The second thing is that somehow it gave me more powerful and flat serves than ever and actually was surprised of how much power I added to my serves since I first used this. As for my sliced serves it made wonders. Very recommended!!!

Jen : Hey wilson-rackets.com readers, thanks for the opportunity to write my personal opinion about this one (wilson k98). For starters, I must say that I’ve been playing for along time with the nCode 90 (Fedderer’s first Wilson racket I think), the nCode was a very controled racket, as you would expect from a 90inch head size ;-0, but it felt so heavy for me and I felt I couldn’t play with it long matches and got a but tired during long rallies. Then I read about the k blade 98 and gave it s try. I must say that I was suspicious at the beginning, cause after playing with small head sizes for a long time I was afraid that the kBlade 98 wouldn’t give me the control I was used to. I was very surprised to find out that it was a complete JOY!!! I get the ground strokes very good and its preatty easy to hit the ball for long shots. My regular opponent was amazed too, he was used to winning the long rallies, actually when he had to win a point , he new all he needs to do is to slow it down and stretch the point and he will eventually win it. Well no more!!! The best thing about it is (especially when you switch from a 95 or less racket to a 98-100 racket like the Blade 98 is that you get a lot of power that you weren’t used to, just get used to the fact that you can get more power, not to miss the back-line and you are into a new world of tennis!!!  There is now a BLX version of that racket, but I’m so pleased with the kBlade, that I won’t take the chance , otherwise, I think I’ll get another backup Wilson k98 just in case.

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wilson k factor six two

by on Jan.13, 2011, under Intermediate, Wilson K Factor

About the Wilson [K] Six.Two Tennis RacquetThe Wilson K Six Two 100 is the next generation of the nCode n6 and nSix Two and remains one of the most versatile choices in the K Factor line. With the KSix Two, Wilson has combined the power, stability, and crispness of K Factor technology with a slightly more versatile, and a surprisingly controlled 25mm beam. No longer head heavy (as with previous generation n6 and Hammer 6.2), the KSix Two is more maneuverable and feels slightly lighter than its 10.5 oz. strung weight suggests. The KSix Two suits a wide variety of playing styles and ability levels, as long as the player possesses a moderate to long swing. All [K] Factor rackets utilize Wilson’s proprietary next-generation [K]arophite Black structure which adds additional bonds between the SiO2 and graphite molecules on a nanoscopic scale, resulting in more feel and a stronger, more stable racket. Overall, there are 4 new key [K] Factor technology concepts found in various configurations depending on the [K] Factor model.

Here are some review we got from our users:

  • I got this racket as a gift (from my wonderful wife!!!) after playing with the kSurge for a couple of months.So far I love it.I can say that it has more power than I thought it will have, something about its head heavy feel lets me swing it better than with my previous Wilson racket. I would recommend stringing it with other strings as they feel a little clumsy for me.I love the Luxilon as they offer some more spin, but you can choose your favorite. Over all I can say that it a great racket for the price you pay for (under 90$!!!).
  • Mark: I’ve playing with over sized rackets for some time, and never got the idea about the fact that smaller sized rackets offer better control/ One day my tennis partner got the Wilson nCode nTour Two 95 and as we played he told me about those new “feelings”, then we switched rackets. At the beggining it felt strange as I missed the ball some times, but after getiing the idea i found my shots more acurate than ever. I must say that I bought the k 6.2 as a thoght that it will be better for me not to jump into smaller head sizes, this was a great decission! The k 6.2 is easier to swing so I don’t loose to much power and still have much more control rather than the OS racket I used before. If you think to improve your game, the Wilson [K] Six.Two Tennis Racquet Is probably one of the best affordable rackets on the market!
  • Dani:I love the k6.2. I play a lot at the net and this one is a real joy there! Swinging as never been so fast and easy! The fast swing also helps better serving.Please be aware that it swings better than begginer rackets, so if you are apgrading it from some other racket , it will take some time to sync.

Buy the Wilson [K] Six.Two Tennis Racquet at Amazon.com now!!!

If you use or used this one, pls tell us what you think about it!


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wilson k six two review

by on Jan.11, 2011, under Advanced, Intermediate, Wilson K Factor

The Wilson [K] Six.Two Tennis Racquet is one of the most versatile and affordable all around racket that Wilson can still offer.The K six.two is the replacement for the 6.1 know by the name : the skunk (given him for the black&white colors) .

Here are some of the k six.2 specs:

  • Si: 5/6 (medium or fast)
  • Head size: 100 square inches
  • Length: 27 inches
  • Weight: 10.0 ounces (unstrung), 10.6 ounces (strung)
  • Balance: 5 points HL (unstrung), 2 points HL (strung)
  • Grip size: 4 to 4-5/8
  • Cross section: 25.0 mm
  • Rec. string: [K] Gut
  • Rec. grip: [K]ontrol
  • Stringing recommendations: 16 x 19 pattern, 53- to 63-pound tension

What we think about it?

I love it! I played with it for almost two years and liked it much better that the head that I first started playing with. Its a bit head light so its really to maneuver which lets you swing pretty fast and to be ready to each stroke and quick at the net. At a very popular 100 head size you’ll get some good power too! That’s why I like the k 6.2 so much, its the perfect frame for the intermediate player ready to improve!

What else I like about it?

  • Its a deadly combo racket for baseline and net game.
  • Will improve your game.
  • If you are a beginner and using an OS racket for now, the K6.2 will be your first choice , when going to a more pro racket smaller than the 110+- and bigger that the 90, so this popular head size will still give you power while not loosing much in control.

Bottom line : If you want to upgrade your beginner OS racket to something more pro and on a budget, the Wilson [K] Six.Two will be your first choice, I like it!!!

uy the Wilson [K] Six.Two Tennis Racquet at Amazon.com

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wilson six one tour blx 90

by on Jan.09, 2011, under Advanced, Wilson BLX

Wilson Six.One Tour BLX

Wilson Six.One Tour BLX Tennis Racquet

Well as my all already know the BLX SIx.One is played for some years by the number 1 Rogger F. If there is something so good and trustable for no mistakes, that Rogger wants it, it has to be great!!! So lets dig in and see what we thing about it!!!

The Wilson Six.One 90  BLX Specifications:

  • Headsize:90 sq. in.
  • Length:27.00 in.
  • Weight (strung):12.50 oz.
  • Stiffness (BabolatRDC):65
  • Balance:12.40 in. Head Light
  • Cross Section:17mm Flat Beam
  • Swingweight:324 kg*sq. cm
  • String Pattern:16×19
  • Grip:Wilson Leather
  • Wilson Stiffness Index:6.1

So what we and our reads think about the Wilson Six.one BLX?

For starters, how can you say “bad” things about a racket that the all time best players  is playing with? The Wilson Six.One BLX 90 is the replacement for the Wilson K Factor KSixOne Tour 90 . Wilson got the new tech called BLX that uses Basalat fibers to improve the feel and feedback from the frame, just like the ProStuff rackets as nSixOne Tour 90, Hyper Pro Staff Tour 90 and Pro Staff Kevlar 85.

What did tell as players that used the Wilson Six.One 90  BLX ? There answers are great!

  • Goran:Great ground strokes, killing voleys and accuracy with your serves, that what you get when buying that racket! I improved my single handed backhand amazingly during just the few weeks after getting that racket!!! Very good FEEL, as they sayat Wilson.
  • Dan:When I thought buyin the Wilson Six1 BLX, people told me that the head is a little to small for me and I’ll feel it a little heavy at the head. But I think that all I have to do, id to put the racket at the right spot when swinging to the ball, and I get the best strokes, much better than I got with other rackets used before (Dan used the Wilson nCode nTour 95 Before).
  • Very good frame.It took me some time to get used to the small head at the net, but as you get used to it, you couldn’t imagine how you played with other rackets before!!!
  • Tried before the Prince Ignite team 95 and a Balbolat APD, but felt those didn’t suited my style. When I trieed the BLX six1 and also find it a bit strange at swinging and maneuverabillity.When tring Federrer’s model it was imediate WOW, it was sometinhg like the old fashion K-Blade 93 that I used about 7 years ago, but a little more massive and with much more power. Many told me that this frame is a bit demanding one, but I didn’t felt that way at all! I think that this racket is the best combination a played for a lonng time (if ever!!!).

You can get it from Amazon.com via the links below.

PLS share your thoughts with as, and comment if you used Wilson six one tour 90 blx before!!!

Wilson Six.One Tour BLX Tennis Racquet at Amazon.com

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Wilson nCode nTour Two 95

by on Jan.08, 2011, under Advanced

Wilson nCode nTour Two 95

Some history, the Wilson nCode nTour Two 95 Tennis Racquet

replaced the previous generation ,the H Tour and the nTour, giving its players the feel of a slightky head-heavy (“hammer” balance). In the nTour Two version, Wilson uses the Double Hole technology and Nano-Faom for better feel and comfort. This Wislon nTour Two will give you tennis players some more power and maneuverability rather than the older nSixOne and the great and popular nProstaff95.

Head Size: 95 sq. in.

Length: 27.25 in.

Weight: 10.7 oz.

Swing Weight: 320

Wilson Stiffness Index:5.

Balance: 2 pts. head light

Composition: 25% nCoded Hyper Carbon/75% nCoded Graphite

Power: Medium

Idea Swing: Long-Fast.

What we think about the Wilson nTour 95 Two?

The nTour 95 Two will be a very good mid level racket!!! and will offer even better value for its price! Well balanced (see specs, a little head heavy) and very light weight. The Wilson nCode nTour Two 95 will be a perfect racket for players that wants to move to a bit more professional racket, but please be aware that moving from a big head racket (100 +) to a 95 headsize  might take some time to get used to. Although the nTour was replaced by the Wilson kFactor line, we can still find this racket a very good one and especially for its low and affordable price!

Over all, the Wilson nCode nTour Two 95 is a great balanced racket for intermediate to advanced tennis players.

You could check the prices at amazon, get your Wilson nCode nTour Two 95 Tennis Racquet
racket now!

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