Wilson Blade 98 (16x19) v8

The Blade 98 (16x19) v8.0 combines stylish design with a new design that is adapted for the more modern, vertical swing path common among players today. The FORTYFIVE° innovation increases both flexibility and stability in the frame to create a superb ball feel with every shot. Blade is still characterized by its superior presence among the best players in the world; and with this updated version, the Blade is extra good for aggressive, precise attack players.

Specifications:

• Head size: 632 cm² / 98 in²
• Balance (strung): 33 cm / -4 pts
• Balance (unstrung): 32 cm / -7 pts
• Weight (unstrung): 305g / 10.76oz
• Weight (strung): 321g / 11.32oz
• Stringing pattern: 16x19
• Length: 68.58 mm / 27 in
• Color: Unique color changing shade of green and copper
• Taper system: 20.6 mm
• Model Number: WR078711U2 (grip 2) and WR078711U3 (grip 3)

Highlights:

• Head size and weight provide the perfect balance between power and control
• String pattern (16x19) allows the strings to stretch more, generating greater capacity for power and spin
• FORTYFIVE° consists of a patented carbon construction that creates maximum flexibility and stability at impact for an uncompromising blend of power, control and feel
• DirectConnect extends the carbon fiber handle to connect directly to the end cap for improved feel and stability
• Unique color shade of green and copper
• Top Grip Taper provides better feel for top grip placement, perfect for a two-handed backhand
• Ergonomic endcap provides improved comfort and playability
• Parallel drilling provides a consistent, more forgiving stringbed response that powerfully increases the sweet spot.
• Elastic and reactive material combination (Braided Graphite + Basalt) improves flex in the racket to increase ball contact with the strings for improved feel and greater control.

Important information about strings:
Wilson Blade 98 (16x19) v8 is sold unstrung but House of Bontin offers stringing. We have a large selection of strings to choose from here. We can also help you with the choice of strings if you don't know which ones you should have, then just contact us at info@houseofbontin.se or via our chat. If you already know which strings you want to buy, choose these strings from our range and then you can leave instructions via the message box in the checkout where you state the desired weight for the stringing and we will fix your stringing according to your wishes. If you do not have specific requests for kg weight, we follow the recommendations that Wilson has for this rack. Stringed racks usually add an extra 1-2 days to the regular delivery time.

Wilson recommended strings for Wilson Blade 98 (16x19) v8: LXN Power 125
Tension Mains: 50 lb / 22.5 kg
Tension Crosses: 50 lb / 22.5 kg

Wilson Blade, embodies feel and control!
The most popular series for the competitive tennis player looking for that extra control and comfort to their game. Blade tennis rackets come in different head sizes and weights.
World players Stefanos Tsitsipas, Simona Halep and Serena Williams have endorsed the Wilson Blade in the Wilson Performance Series since its inception in 2008. Since then, the Wilson Blade tennis racket has captured over 35 Grand Slam titles and quickly become one of the most popular rackets on the pro tour.
The Blade Tennis Racket has been iconic in paving the way for the "modern" advanced tennis player due to its maneuverability and easy access to control, feel, while retaining power.