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9 responses to “Xamsa Obsidian”

1. Dan

   July 24, 2020

   I’ve used this racquet as a backup to my gamer, the Dunlop Biomimetic Elite 2012. The Xamsa is a decent racquet, and I got it because it’s basically the same shape and string pattern as my older Elite. My only reservation is that it’s a bit too head light, as I prefer a bit of head weight to help get the ball deep. Other than that, the Xamsa is surprisingly stable, and the head light attribute is a joy to volley with. I also got the Xamsa strings, which are textured, and although they give good bite, I prefer Technifibre strings, which are smooth. Just my preference and what I’m used to. I note that the Xamsa strings will put cuts into the squash ball, so I find the ball durability drops as well.

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   1. Mark

      July 25, 2020

      Is yours the exposed version or the one with bumpers?

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      1. Dan

         July 26, 2020

         With the bumper. It’s light enough with it on, and I prefer the protection.

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2. James B

   June 18, 2019

   Pierre – after you demo’ed, stiff enough for doubles?

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3. clarke

   March 9, 2019

   Thoughts for doubles?

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   1. Pierre

      March 9, 2019

      It might work. It’s a little longer head than the typical Harrow model (more like the Vibe than the M-140) and one less cross string. I’m a little concerned whether it’s firm enough. I might be playing tomorrow and if so I’ll test it out.

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4. Chris

   February 28, 2019

   Thank you for putting together these Xamsa racquet videos. I am currently debating between Onyx and Obsidian. Pierre, can you please shed some light on the following questions? 1) Between Onyx and Obsidian, which one would you recommend to an intermediate level player? 2) Which one of these two racquets do you prefer and why? Thank you in advance!

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   1. Pierre

      March 1, 2019

      They’re both good options. I have a slight preference for the Obsidian because I like a deader feel to my racket and the Onyx is very lively. I don’t know your style game but in general I’d recommend the Onyx to intermediate players, because it’s a little more fun and forgiving.

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5. Tor

   February 27, 2019

   This is one sexy racket! Worth mentioning that both this and the Onyx has a removable bumper guard.

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