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Dunlop Biomimetic Elite GTS

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Here’s the Dunlop Biomimetic Elite GTS. It came on the market in August 2014. This racket is part of the long-running Dunlop Biomimetic Elite series. Thanks to Daniel for the tip on this.

Note: it looks like this racket will be succeeded by the Dunlop Precision Elite

Dunlop Biomimetic Elite GTS
Image via store.dunlop.com ∞

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Racket Specs chart

Advertised weight (unstrung): 135 grams
Head size: 500 cm sq
String pattern: 14×18

Racket Info

It looks quite similar to another racket, the Dunlop Biomimetic Ultimate GTS, in terms of weight (medium), balance (head light), head size (large) and head shape. Hell, even the color schemes are pretty similar — the Elite has a splash of green, the Ultimate a splash of yellow.

So, what’s the difference then? It comes down to the string pattern. The string bed on the Elite is more open — 14 mains and 18 crosses. The string bed on the Ultimate is more dense — 16 mains and 19 crosses. This should translate into a bit more control on the Ultimate, and a bit more power on the Elite.

Update Jan 2022: I never noticed this at the time but Nick pointed out that this racket actually has one fewer cross string than the model it replaced in the Dunlop lineup, the Dunlop Biomimetic Elite.

Reviews

Here’s a review from Paul at PDH Sports. He says this racket offers good power, and is a bit livelier than the Dunlop Biomimetic Ultimate GTS.

Update: Here’s my own review. Enjoyed this racket, nice power and good touch.

Spotted

Millie Tomlinson was using the Dunlop Elite GTS at the 2016 British Nationals:

Millie Tomlinson 2016 British Nationals

Photo via Steve Cubbins →

16 responses to “Dunlop Biomimetic Elite GTS”

  1. Dan

    I have the GTS as my backup to my Elite Biomimetic 2012 version. My thoughts are that it’s a bit too head light for me, and feels a bit unstable and lacks plow through. My racquet of choice is the 2012 version, which is even balanced and my preferred feel.

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  2. Matt

    Quite interested in this racket, but not sure if it’s getting a bit old now given it came out last year. Anyone know if they are due to bring out a 2016 or 2017 model anytime soon? Would hate to dump £££ into one if the new one cones out a month later.

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    1. Pierre

      Yes there’s a new one coming out soon! Probably this summer, is my guess.

      https://www.squashsource.com/dunlop-squash-rackets-2016/

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      1. matt

        Ah great, but I accidently bought a gts on eBay for £30. Pesky sausage fingers pressed the wrong button. Will see how it goes anyway, and maybe upgrade when the new ones are out.

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        1. matt

          Just played with it for the first time and it is a great racket. Various places say it’s head light, but I don’t find that. has great control and power, and a really crisp slice/cut. may adopt it as my daily driver until the new rackets come down in price after a few months.

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  3. Lewis

    I have been playing with this a few months switching over from Dunlop tour cx 2013. This is significantly better, with the head light balance giving me better control over my volleys and touch shots. Power is adequate as well. Extremely good control for hitting rails along the side wall. I am playing with technifibre 305 1.2 gauge strung at 26lbs, and the feel and control is spot on.

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  4. Carlos Porras

    Unbelievable racket, it has an amazing control and enough power. I loved my last racket, a Head Xenon 135 graphene, because of its enormus control, but sometimes you need an extra power in some hits and the Elite covers this need properly. The bumper zone is so thin, it gives you the opportunity of reach some difficult balls. I´m so happy with the racket.

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  5. Pierre Bastien

    Also from YouTube:

    Bought one 4 months ago, couple of issues, it vibrates when you hit the ball on the sweet spot, which isn’t exactly rewarding, but at least I understand why it came with an anti vibration mini ball… that comes off all the time but it’s ok since it makes you look like a gigantic dork when it’s on.
    Also the factory string (Dunlop Silk black for mine) is quite stiff and could use a bit less tension, I’m not a fan to say the least, but I guess it’s a trend now, new players like rackets so stiff it feels like you’re hitting the ball with Moses stone tablets.

    Despite those 2 flaws the racket is powerful, balanced and precise, but the vibrations were just too much for me, so I bought a set of 305 1,20 hoping it will get better.
    But as a back up I also bought the carboflex 125S and I think I won’t bother with the Dunlop when I receive it.

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  6. Pierre Bastien

    From YouTube:

    just got the new gts and i like the new balance too. bang on ! im really liking this racquet strung with 305 green 18guage at 26 lbs … amazing

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  7. David

    I’ve recently played with this racquet for a few weeks and I was quite disappointed in its maneuverability and power compared to my head graphene/anion2 racquet. It’s supposed to be head light but it feels head heavy after putting the strings on. The frame vibrates uncomfortably with every hit.

    However, I haven’t been able to readjust from playing a tear shaped racquet to the traditional shaped. Both shapes have different sweet spots. I guess that affects my shots.

    My squash season ends on 4 December, so I’m gonna try persist and keep going with this racquet and see how I go. Otherwise, I might have to return to my head anion2!

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    1. David

      After playing this racquet for 3 months now, I feel this racquet provides me great accuracy with enough power to play lengthy shots. It lacks on the power side but surely with different strings or lower tension it may get there. I bought 2 more for back ups!

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  8. David

    Hi Pierre,

    I’m considering buying this racquet as my main one broke. I welcome the control this racquet can offer.

    I’m just concerned about the power it gives. One of my friends said it offers plenty of power while another said that he just can’t generate enough for the shots he want.

    Is there a significant difference in power in the elite compared to say, the revelation or carboflex models?

    Your input is most appreciated!

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    1. George

      My friend used the last 3 models of the elite and he mentioned the weight has damaged the tissue in the muscles in his forearm and he’s recently switched to the carboflex 125 which he complements as a much better racquet for power and control

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      1. David

        Thanks for the heads up George. A pro player told me he couldn’t generate as much power as the carboflex. I was also concerned about the durability as well.

        I may consider the carboflex 140 for power plays. The 125 version is damn expensive lol.

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    2. Pierre Bastien

      Hi David,
      What were you playing with that broke?

      On a power scale of 1-10 I’d estimate:

      Elite GTS: 6
      Revelation 125: 6
      Revelation 135:8
      Carboflex 130: 6
      Carboflex 125 I remember as a 6 also (it’s been a while since I hit with it).

      That’s a lot of 6s, but it’s my gut feel as I’m writing this. I really need to come up with a rating system…

      Good luck!

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      1. David

        Hi Pierre,

        I was play with the Head Graphene 135. Quite a powerful racquet. Unfortunately I had a small crack and it got bigger as I was hitting more power shots. It’s quite expensive and I wasn’t willing to buy another one, hence my search for an economically cheaper but high end model.

        Thanks for your feedback on the power! It’s a good rating system. I suppose for future models you could implement a review rating system in different categories then have an overall score.

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