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12 responses to “Black Knight Hex Phenom”

1. Laurielh

   May 20, 2022

   I have been playing with the Black Knight Omega for years now (as a good alternative to the old Dunlop Ice Elite) and wondering whether to change over to the Hex Phenom? Does it have less feedback/vibration than the Omega? Any information is much appreciated. Many thanks

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   1. Rod

      May 24, 2022

      Seeing as nobody else had feedback for you, I’ll try and do what I can without having hit the HEX. I used to play with the BK Razor TC which was basically identical to the Omega. I switched from the Razor TC to the Element PSX which I absolutely loved. The feedback on shots was significantly better. So that could be a good option if you can find one.

      One previous commenter, Larry, said that the HEX was an upgrade over the PSX Element. So connecting the dots…yes it probably is a significant upgrade over the Omega. Shape should be similar, and it should play better.

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      1. Laurielh

         June 4, 2022

         Many thanks for your help and comments Rod. It helps that you have played with BK rackets and something similar to the Omega with the Razor. I may take the plunge and get one, PDH sports in the UK have a returns policy so that might be the way to go. Happy hitting.

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2. Rod

   March 12, 2019

   Glad to see a review of this racket because I was really interested in it last year but ultimately couldn’t find out much about it and ended up buying something else. I understand from the video that you liked the racket and the strings but can you speak some more to how you found the power and control from it and if it is a racket that you would consider making your “gamer”.

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   1. Pierre

      March 14, 2019

      To be honest I would not use it as my go-to racket. I tend to prefer a racket that’s even-balanced and a bit more solid-feeling. This one felt softer and was heady heavy. To get the most out of it I had to use it differently than my natural tendency (I used the “whip” action mentioned in the video). It’s a good question about how to rate the power & control. I’ve always had trouble answering that question. For me personally, the solid feel gives me both more power and control. My sense is that other people who have a different swing pattern might get both better control and power from a setup that’s completely different from mine. Looked at another way, I don’t think it’s possible to assign absolute power / control ratings for a given racket, if that makes sense.

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      1. Rod

         March 15, 2019

         That’s totally fair. I myself really struggle with very light rackets that have a head light balance and on the other side of the spectrum I also struggle with mid weight rackets with a head heavy balance. My sweet spot is a unstrung weight of 130-140g (total weight 150-155g), an even to slightly head light balance and a frame that has a little flex and isn’t too stiff.

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3. Larry Howes

   October 15, 2018

   Hi Alfie,
   That would be a good question for Black Knight 🙂
   I suspect since it is a new frame mold (hex), higher grade materials, and possibly better quality control that it all plays a factor in the pricing.
   Plus it is a newer model which adds a certain increased price to it.
   Cheers,
   Larry

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4. Massimo

   January 31, 2018

   I am having troubles with breaking Corona6 racquets )having broken 2 in a couple month span after not breaking a Technifibre for over 2 years). Any idea if this is comparable in feel/ characteristics? I don’t like the Element line of racquets in comparison to the Corona6.

   Thanks!

   -Massimo

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5. Larry

   September 23, 2017

   Hi All,
   A quick heads up that we received stock of the new BK Hex Phenom on Friday and we are stoked to try it out. Plan to hit with it this week and post a review online shortly after.
   Check it out at –
   http://www.squashunlimited.ca/product/black-knight-hex-phenom/
   Cheers,
   Larry Howes
   Squash Unlimited

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   1. Rod

      November 2, 2017

      Have you managed to play with this racket yet Larry? I just broke an Ion Element PSX at the weekend and would like to know how this compares.

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      1. Larry Howes

         November 2, 2017

         Hi Rod,

         Yes I have had a quick hit with it.
         Overall I liked the Hex better than the Element for several reasons:

         1) Head shape – a little narrower width and longer length which seemed to stretch the sweetspot out better and bigger.
         2) Slightly more head light so I could come around on the ball better out of the back corners and hold it longer for a bit more control.
         3) Slimmer beam profile. Felt more responsive in my hand.

         I hope that helps. If you have other questions feel free to ask.

         Regards,
         Larry Howes
         Squash Unlimited

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         1. Alfie

            October 15, 2018

            Why is so expensive?

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