In this article I’m going to tell you about the 15 best squash rackets available on the market today.
- Best overall squash rackets
- Best squash racket for beginners
- Top squash rackets on the pro tour
- Best squash racket on a budget
- Most durable squash racket
- Best squash racket for power
- Best squash racket for control
- Best squash racket for women
- Lightest squash racket
- Best hardball doubles squash racket
- The racket I use personally
FAQ
Before I tell you which rackets I think are best, I need to confess something.
There is no “best” squash racket.
Let me explain 👇🏼
Most squash rackets made today are high quality. They’re made of graphite. They are 27 inches long. They’re all within a fairly narrow band of specs. There are only a few different head shapes to choose from.
Really, there are dozens of good options. Maybe even hundreds of good options.
So if you’ve already got a squash racket that you’re happy with, and it doesn’t appear on this list, don’t worry about it. Your racket is probably great. You don’t need to snap it over your knee and rush out to buy one of the rackets mentioned on this page. If you’re happy with it, just keep playing with it. In fact, if you like your current racket, buy a few of them!
You know Greg Gaultier, the former World #1 and World Champion? He used the exact same squash racket for decades. Even as newer models were coming out, he kept using — and winning major titles — with his old racket. The reality is that squash racket technology hasn’t changed too much over the last few years.
At this point you might be wondering: If most squash rackets are good, why am I writing out this list of rackets?
It’s for my friend Peter.
One day not too long ago, Peter asked me which squash racket was best. And I told him the words that nobody wants to hear:
IT DEPENDS.
It depends on what kind of racket you like best. After I had blabbed on for a while about various nuances of squash rackets, Peter looked me dead in the eye and said:
“Just tell me which racket to buy.”
So I’m writing this page for all the Peters out there. This is for the people that need a racket, and just want my opinion on a few good options.
Ready then? Here we go.
Best Overall Squash Rackets
Whenever possible, I try to recommend one squash racket that’s available worldwide at a good price. But these days, things are a little weird.
You probably heard all about supply chain disruptions during the pandemic. Well that definitely had an impact on the supply of squash rackets. There was a time when most people around the world couldn’t even play squash because of Covid restrictions. Squash racket sales dropped nearly to zero.
Eventually things started to bounce back, but it hasn’t been so easy for the squash racket manufacturers to get the supply of rackets back to where it once was. And I’ll be honest, things are still a bit of a mess.
Bottom line: I’m going to recommend different rackets depending on the region you live in.
Fact is, the best “bang for the buck” deals are sometimes different country by country. I don’t want to recommend a single squash racket to everyone globally if it’s only a good choice in certain countries. For now I’ve added recommendations for the US and UK and I will add other regions soon.
Best squash rackets (USA)
Tecnifibre Carboflex 125 S
Classic Mohamed Elshorbagy racket
Product Info
Release year: 2015
Price: $150
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 125 grams
Advertised balance: 35 cm
Head size: 500 cm sq
String pattern: 14x18
Measured weight (all-in): 153.5 grams
Measured balance: 36 cm
Prince Airstick 130
Classic Ramy Ashour racket
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Price: $150
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 130 grams
Head size: 480 cm sq
String pattern: 16x17
Measured weight (all-in): 142.5 grams
Measured balance: 37 cm
Right here I’m naming two rackets that are several years old and are absolute classic frames. Even though these are not the latest-and-greatest models, they are:
- Still great rackets
- Priced great
- Still cool
First up we have the Tecnifibre Carboflex 125 S. This one was made famous by Mohamed Elshorbagy and he was using it during a long stretch of dominance in the sport. It was also used by many other Tecnifibre-sponsored pros at the time. At the moment, this frame is sold exclusively by Squash Galaxy, either through their website or via Amazon.
Next up we have the Prince Airstick 130. This one’s even older than the Carboflex 125 S but it’s been brought back as an exclusive frame at Squash Gear. Ramy Ashour used this racket when he dominated the sport, which was just before Shorbagy came on the scene.
Best squash rackets (UK)
Tecnifibre Carboflex Airshaft 125
Top-end recent bestseller
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Release year: 2020
Price: £140 / $200
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 125 grams
String pattern: 14x18
Measured weight (all-in): 153.1 grams
Measured balance: 36.25 cm (54% in the head)
Wilson Ultra Countervail
Proven classic frame
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Release year: 2018
Price: £100 / €120
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 137 grams
Advertised balance: 34.5 cm
Head size: 500 cm sq
String pattern: 14x18
Measured weight (all-in): 150.5 grams
Measured balance: 35.5 cm
Factory strings: Wilson Sensation Strike
For UK visitors I’m going to first name Tecnifibre’s Airshaft 125. This was released in 2020 and is actually a successor to the Carboflex 125 S that I mentioned above. Right now in the UK it costs over £140 but it was the top-of-the-line Tecnifibre racket until the X-Top models came out recently.
If you’re looking for something a little less expensive, I’ve featured the Wilson Ultra Countervail. This came out back in 2018. I played with it extensively and really enjoyed it. Although it’s a few years old, it’s still a top-notch racket with a proven shape. Wilson has come out with updated cosmetics of this racket in subsequent years but to be honest I’m still a fan of this older cosmetic.
Best Squash Racket for Beginners
Head Nano Ti 110
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Price: $90 / £58
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 110 grams
Head size: 493 cm sq
String pattern: 14x18
Measured weight (all-in): 149 grams
Measured balance: 37 cm
I put together a page for Best Squash Rackets for Beginners, which you can check out for a bunch of options from around the world.
If I had to pick one off that list, it would be the Head Nano Ti 110. One thing I like about this one is its teardrop shape. That will give you a little extra power, and the racket will be a little more forgiving. I have been playing with teardrops for years, and I definitely recommend them for beginners as the default option.
Another nice thing about this model is it comes with a fan stringing pattern (the strings fan up and outward from the throat). I find that that stringing pattern provides a little additional power, which is useful when you’re getting started.
While the Nano Ti is one of Head’s older models, the build quality is still good, and the cosmetics are also nice.
Top Squash Rackets on the Pro Tour
Tecnifibre Carboflex X-Top 125
Tecnifibre pro favorite
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Release year: 2022
Price: US $240
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 125 grams
Dunlop Sonic Core Revelation Pro Lite
Dunlop pro favorite
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Release year: 2021
Price: $200
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 125 grams
Head size: 490 cm sq
String pattern: 14/19
Alright, you’ve heard my opinion on the best all-around squash rackets, but which racket is best in terms of popularity amongst professional squash players on the PSA World Tour?
Right now, I’d say that title goes to the Tecnifibre Carboflex X-Top 125. It’s the signature racket of Mohamed El Shorbagy and replaces the Airshaft 125 (which I mentioned earlier) at the top of Tecnifibre’s lineup. It’ll ultimately be used by many other top pros, on both the men’s and women’s tours, as has been the case with all of Tecnifibre’s Carboflex 125 models.
Because this is the latest-and-greatest racket that the top pros are using, it’s also one of the most expensive rackets on the market. In the US right now it’s $240, and in the UK it’s £150.
Since at this point I have mentioned three Carboflex models, I will name one more top model of the pros and that is the Dunlop Sonic Core Revelation Pro Lite. The Pro Lite model has been popular with the pros for a few years now and I used to recommend a prior version of it as my top overall squash racket, until stocks ran out. It’s a good balance of power and control.
Best Squash Racket on a Budget
Head Nano Ti 110
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Price: $90 / £58
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 110 grams
Head size: 493 cm sq
String pattern: 14x18
Measured weight (all-in): 149 grams
Measured balance: 37 cm
Recognize this one? That’s right, I already recommended it above as the best option for beginners. I would love to recommend a different one here but I’ve been scouring stores around the world for an hour now and I really can’t find a better suggestion than this. It’s currently £60 in the UK or $90 in the US.
I think what’s happening is the supply chain issues that I mentioned at the top of this article have meant fewer rackets getting into circulation, which means fewer “hidden gems” that are decent rackets for a steal. In other words most of the good cheap rackets have been scooped up already. It’s a shame for squash players’ budgets but it’s the world we’re in today.
Most Durable Squash Racket
Tecnifibre Carboflex Airshaft 130
Product Info
Release year: 2020
Price: £110 / $200
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 130 grams
Head size: 500 cm sq
String pattern: 14x18
Measured weight (all-in): 157.8 grams
Measured balance: 36.25 cm (53% in the head)
Recommending a high-durability racket is a bit tricky because any racket can break if you clip the sidewall or the floor a little weirdly. There’s always the possibility of a freak accident like that, even among players with a high level of racket skill. And of course the risk is higher for beginner or intermediate players.
That said, right now, I would say Tecnifibre is the brand with the best reputation in terms of durability. That’s my gut feel from testing the rackets, talking to squash players and reading the Squash Source comments. Granted, that’s not totally scientific, but it’s the advice I would give right now to anyone who asked me.
If you’re looking for a durable racket, I’d recommend the Tecnifibre’s Airshaft 130. I know, I know, it’s the fourth Carboflex on this page, but not without reason.
The reason I picked the Airshaft 130 model specifically is because it’s 5 grams heavier than the Airshaft 125, and that’s 5 extra grams of graphite holding the frame together. I know it’s just a small difference, but every bit helps.
Best Squash Racket for Power
Black Knight Hex Blaze LT
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Price: $155
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 130 grams
For power, I’m going to recommend the Black Knight Hex Blaze LT. In my testing the Hex Blaze LT felt very light in the hand, with a slightly head heavy balance. This allowed me to get a lot of power behind the shots because you can swing through the ball quickly, but without losing control of the racket.
This racket also comes pre-strung with a premium string, the Supernick ZX Micro, which adds to the power of the frame.
Best Squash Racket for Control
Harrow Vapor
Product Info
Release year: 2019
Price: $215
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Search:For the most control, I’m going to recommend a traditional head shape racket, the Harrow Vapor.
I generally recommend a traditional head shape for control because the bridged throat makes the racket more stable through the shot. In other words the racket is less likely to wobble as you make contact with the ball.
While a teardrop racket is nice for additional power, that comes with a little more unpredictability on the shot. For greater precision I like the bridged throat of a traditional head shape.
There are two more qualities of the Harrow Vapor that I feel offer additional control.
First, it has a slightly smaller string bed than some of the other traditional-head-shape rackets out there.
Second, the Vapor has a slightly stiffer frame than many other rackets with traditional head shapes.
Both of these features give the racket more predictability in terms of your shotmaking, thus additional control.
Best Squash Racket for Women
Tecnifibre Carboflex Airshaft 125 NS
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Release year: 2020
Price: US $220
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 125 grams
String pattern: 14 x 18
Measured weight (all-in): 156.2 grams
Measured balance: 36.25 cm (53% in the head)
Factory strings: Tecnifibre DYNAMIX V.P. 1.25
I’m going to mention a racket for women. Most of the time, women just use the same rackets as men. Any racket mentioned on this page is a good choice for both men and women.
For a while, some manufacturers were trying to market squash rackets to women just by making a pink version of a racket that was already in their lineup. Of course that works for some players, but obviously it’s just cosmetic and not a meaningful difference.
Enter the Tecnifibre Carboflex Airshaft 125 NS. This is world #1 Nour El Sherbini’s racket (hence the “NS” in the name). The 125 NS actually has a difference compared to the regular Airshaft 125:
It has a smaller grip.
A subtle change, but an important one.
Obviously this works for anyone with smaller hands, or anyone who just wants a smaller handle. It doesn’t have to be for women. And the cosmetics, mercifully, are not pink.
I’ve tested the Airshaft rackets myself and I actually prefer the smaller grip of the NS over the normal-sized grips of the other Airshaft models.
Lightest Squash Racket
Karakal SN-90 FF 2.0
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Release year: 2022
Price: £134
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 90 grams
Head size: 455 cm sq
String pattern: 14x19
Factory strings: Karakal Hot Zone 120 Squash String - Black
The lightest squash racket on the market is the Karakal SN-90 FF 2.0, with an advertised frame weight of 90 grams. I’ve never actually played with this racket myself, just wanted to include it for the curious-minded.
Best Hardball Doubles Squash Racket
Harrow M-140
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Release year: 2019
Price: $205
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Advertised weight (unstrung): 139 grams
String pattern: 16x19
My personal favorite hardball doubles racket is the Harrow M-140.
Harrow is certainly the top brand in the doubles space and has been for years. I believe the M-140 is one of the top-selling Harrow rackets and one of the most popular amongst pros on the doubles pro tour.
I like it for a few reasons.
- Medium-size head. While a larger head would seem more forgiving, actually any off-center hits in doubles are going to result in a poor shot. I think you’re better off with a slightly smaller head and gaining the extra control.
- Dense string pattern. This is another important factor for me in being able to control the harder doubles ball. An open string pattern allows you to put more cut on the ball but that’s really more applicable to a (softball) singles situation.
- Concave frame. The M-140 has a concave shape, as opposed to a convex one, at the point where the grommets pass through the frame. In my book this makes the racket stiffer, which is another important factor in being able to control a fast-moving doubles ball.
The Racket I Use Personally
Harrow Vapor Misfit
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String pattern: 14x19
Measured weight (all-in): 140 grams
For singles squash, the racket I’m using right now is the Harrow Vapor Misfit.
A couple months ago I was rewriting this article and included the Harrow Vapor as my best squash racket for control. I remember it fondly, but it had been years since I played with it.
Around then, I also noticed the Harrow Vapor Misfit, which is just the Vapor mold with a different cosmetic, was going for just $150 at Squash Gear. Now that may not sound like a great price to everyone, but it’s a nice discount off of the usual Harrow Vapor price of $215.
On top of that, I just love the cosmetics. I’ve been writing this blog for many years, and this is one of my favorite cosmetics of all time. I’m gonna get myself some pink headbands just to accentuate it.
Top Squash Racket Brands
Here are quick links to some high-quality brands I’ve covered so far on Squash Source:
305Squash | Ashaway | Black Knight | Decathlon | Dunlop | Eye | Gracelyne | Grays | Harrow | Head | Hit | Karakal | Manta | Mantis | Oliver | Prince | ProKennex | Salming | Stellar | Tecnifibre | Unsquashable | Victor | Wilson | Xamsa
Squash Racket Basics
Here are the parts of a squash racket:
Grip: where you hold onto
Head: where the strings are
Shaft: connects the head to the grip
Throat: where the racket starts to form a V shape
Fun fact: adult rackets are 686 millimeters (27 inches) long, according to the official specs published by World Squash. You can also get shorter junior squash rackets for young players.
Aside from the price, here are a few other factors you might want to consider about squash rackets:
Weight: How much the racket weighs in total.
Balance: Whether the racket is weighted towards the head (“head-heavy”), weighted towards the grip (“head-light”), or evenly balanced.
String pattern: How many cross and main strings it has.
Throat shape: Whether there’s a bridge across the throat of the racket (“conventional” head shape, as in the first picture above) or the strings go all the way down (as in the picture below).
Graphic Design: How cool it looks.
Durability: This can be a bit subjective, because it depends on how often you smack the wall with your racket, but it’s a factor.
Squash Racket Reviews
Squash Source has a growing collection of squash racket reviews.
- Squash Source readers have left valuable comments around the site.
- I’ve personally done a number of video reviews over the years — check out my YouTube channel for the latest videos
- I try to also include reviews done on other squash equipment sites.
Do you have any feedback on your current squash racket? Please search for your racket and leave a comment about it!
Here’s a video from the Squash Source YouTube channel that delves into some of my favorite rackets from the past few years. These are all rackets that worked for ME personally and (unsurprisingly) they are all pretty similar so don’t worry if you like different types of rackets or don’t have access to these particular models. The point is you should try and find what works for YOU:
Why Trust My Opinion
My name is Pierre and I’m the founder of Squash Source. I’ve been playing squash since I was a teenager, starting out in US junior tournaments and continuing on to play in college at Princeton and more recently in squash leagues and masters tournaments.
I’ve been reviewing squash rackets for Squash Source since about 2012, and over the years I’ve tried dozens, perhaps hundreds of squash rackets. The opinions on this page are based on the rackets I’ve actually tried, and are also informed by the hundreds of comments that have been left on Squash Source over the years by readers (thank you all!).
If you made it all the way down here, I want to leave you with one closing thought. The best squash racket is the one that gets you playing squash. That’s the most important thing. So grab a racket and go play!
Ripa says
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I like my Wilson HyperHammer 120, Black Knight ION Cannon, Tecnifibre Dynergy 117, Dunlop Apex 110 and Tecnifibre X-Speed 125 the best depending on is the ball dead or flying. They are always in my bag.
zain says
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Hi Ripa –
I love your comments.
I’m a fan of Wilson HH 120 for its power and control. (have 2-3 in my bag).
Dynergy 117 just feels so good in hands and body but control a bit of an issue but string tension and types can take care of that. (2-3 in my bag).
Have not tried dunlop apex 110. Love the revelation 125, super head light.
which racket are you playing with these days and what string.
Borja says
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Hi.
I’d like to help fill in the racket comparison chart. For this I am going to put the weights on the scales of the rackets that I have had. I think this is more indicative to buy a racket, than the weight announced by the manufacturer.
Tecnifibre Carboflex s130 – – – 161gr.
Harrow Spark – – – 136gr.
Eye V lite 115 power — 142gr. Eye X lite 110 — 160 gr.
Harrow fury – – -149 gr. Ashaway Powerkilk110sl — 135gr.
Karakal SN90 FF — 133gr (thanks KrisW for your answer)
I use Karakal grip. Hope this can help the Squash community. Pardon my English, I’m using a translator
Pierre says
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Gracias Borja I added these measurements. Sometimes I had to guess which version of each racket you have but it will help. Thanks
Borja says
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Thank you very much. You have been successful in all versions. Thank you very much for the work you are doing
Lloyd says
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I have always enjoyed the open throat frames (18×14) and over the years I have moved from the Dunlop biomimetric to xenon head 135, then I picked up the blade but until I swung the eye x-lite 115 I had no idea where I was most comfortable. The eye range is pretty amazing… play styles definitely dictate the racquet. Weight, balance of weight and length of grip. Not to mention what hasn’t been added to this discussion is a great racquet is also on as good as the strings used and the tension they are strung at.
Rod says
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Interesting new video up from Paul at PDHSports reviewing 4 new rackets from Prince, Dunlop, Black Knight and Ashaway.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3NkaVXE4ZE
Lloyd says
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https://www.instagram.com/p/BsuJoTlHuv8/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=hrtdha20mdb9
Any idea what yip is playing with? Doesn’t look like his old salming racket.
Pierre says
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Salming Grit Feather!
Chris says
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Hi everybody,
So who’s doing the best “Black Friday” sales/deals/discounts/coupons on Squash equipment this year?
Cheers,
Chris
Pierre says
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Good question. I started a thread on Reddit here for people to add whatever deals they find:
https://www.reddit.com/r/squash/comments/9zpce2/black_friday_deals/
I added a few I’ve seen so far
Lloyd says
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Edmon Lopez was playing with 2 different rackets from the Hit Rackets company at Hong Kong against Au.
http://hitrackets.com/en/13-drive-130-the-power.html
http://hitrackets.com/en/10-drive-120-the-power.html
Pierre says
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Oh yeah! Funny that he switched rackets mid-match
Tor says
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Stumbled over this now and I remember that I saw Squash Coach Phillip on YouTube reviewing a couple of these hit rackets. Funny thing is, it has different paint jobs on each side. 😀 Kinda cool
Jay says
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Jay says
(November 14, 2018)
Not a beginner but have been away from the game for a number of years ie., kids, job, injuries etc. previously played in college but have lost touch with the game and now hoping to get back into it. My last racquet was the dunlop hotmelt pro. It seems like there are so many new options out there. Any suggestions on a good frame to utilize during my comeback to the game. In my youth played more of an attacking game but after putting on a few pounds and losing quickness I wonder if a different frame would be better.
Rod says
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So I was able to do a racket test today between the Black Knight Ion Element PSX, the Dunlop Hyperfibre+ Evolution, Tecnifibre Carboflex X-Speed 125 and the Wilson Blade Countervail.
My initial thoughts out of the box were that the Tecnifibre was the lightest and the Wilson the heaviest which was confirmed on my kitchen scale but not by much. The Tecnifibre came in at 153g, Dunlop at 156g and the Wilson at 159g. These weights included a strip of bumper tape that came with the rackets from the demo program which definitely adds a few grams.
I’ll post individual reviews of each racket but there was a clear winner on the day and in my mind and that was the Dunlop Hyperfibre+ Evolution. I will qualify that statement by saying that each racket is really good and I don’t think you could go wrong with any of them. The balance on the Dunlop felt great straight out of the box and it has a great blend of power/feel/control. I look forward to this being my weapon of choice for many years to come.
Pierre says
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Love the Evolution. You, me, and Declan James are all on board!
Rod says
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I was very impressed by it. I even didn’t mind the factory strings, although I will swap them out for my preferred set of Ashaways once they break and hopefully it will play even better!
Nick says
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What are your preferred Ashaway strings out of interest? I’ve been testing strings in my Evolution Pro, and leaning towards the SuperNick ZX Micro at present, but curious about the PowerNick and UltraNick too.
Rod says
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I’m a big fan of the blue Ultranick. I find it has the “softest” feel out of all the Ashaway strings. I’ve tried the Supernick ZX Micro and didn’t like it as much as the Ultranick. I have a pack of the Orange Supernick ZX string which I’m looking forward to giving a try too. I don’t like the Powernick at all, it has far too stiff of a feel for my liking.
Rod says
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Quick Q Pierre. Did you have any issues with durability for this racket?
Pierre says
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Yes. I didn’t consider it until you asked the question but I have actually broken two of them … and I almost never break rackets.
Rod says
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Thanks. Standard hairline cracks or something more catastrophic? And over what period of time?
Pierre says
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Nothing catastrophic. First time I hit the wall a little too hard. Second time I don’t remember exactly but I think similar. I know I didn’t blame the racket, because I immediately went out and bought another. It was two breaks over 1.5 years, they just both happened rather recently. Guess I should stop trying to hit hard…
Pierre says
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Hang on a minute. I only broke ONE of these frames. Gah. I got confused because I bought a second frame for backup around the same time. No wonder I could only remember the details of one breakage!
Rod says
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Phew, that makes me feel better! I hate the idea of playing with a fragile racket. I’ve been blessed to play with the BK Ion Element PSX for the past 3 years which is practically indestructible. I broke one in a bizarre mid court collision with an opponent and that’s it…and I play a lot and I’m not gentle with my rackets!
Thanks for all the feedback Pierre.
JB says
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Rod is the Evolution lighter then the Element and the balance between the two which one is head lighter.? Have you tried the pro model of the Evo? The difference in total weight is 2 grams but the pro is slightly head lighter…thank you
Mike says
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Hello! I play 2x week. My style of play is very much lots of drop shots and volleys, I have good control and precision (I enjoy playing this way). I currently use a Head Nano Ti 110, and I have used a friends 135. I really did feel the weight difference with the 135 and didnt like it. So my question is, if I want to boost my style of play, which is volleys and drops, what kind of racquet do you recommend, and is it normal for that style to use such light weight? Thanks!
Pierre says
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Hi Mike I do think it’s normal for your style of play to use a lighter racket. I haven’t used that Head model. How much does it weight on a scale? But the first racket that came to mind was the Dunlop Revelation 125. Same head shape, light and head-light. Bit different stringing pattern though.
Ramy Kotb says
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Hi Mike! I wanna ask you an irrelevant question if you don’t mind. How is that Ti 110 doing so far? isn’t it a bit too light hence leaving it prone to damage? I’m planning on getting a replacement for my Head racket and i was considering either the Ti 110 or Carboflex 125. Would be great to hear your opinion!