Aggressive, precise ball-strikers will appreciate the feel and torsional stability of this Wilson tennis racket. It has all the features and specs of our Blade 98 16x19 v8 with a design inspired by Roland-Garros.
Brand > Wilson
Colour > Blue/Orange
Suitable for > Advanced players
The main appeal lies in the frame layup, which accommodates the modern, vertical swing path common to competitive players. FORTYFIVE° increases both the flexibility and stability of the frame to lend supreme feel for the ball on every shot.
The Blade 98 rewards aggressive players who aren't afraid to venture to the net and finish the point off. With the unrivalled Wilson feel mixed with modern technologies, the Blade 98 strikes a perfect balance between control, feel.
Order UNSTRUNG or select our PREMIUM STRING UPGRADE.
Factory standard: Strung/Unstrung |
Unstrung |
Weight unstrung (+/-5g) |
305 grams |
Head size |
98 sq in |
Beam width |
20.6 mm |
Balance (+/- 5mm) |
320 mm (Head light) |
String pattern |
16 x 19 |
Length |
27 in |
Composition |
Braided Graphite + Basalt |
Wilson Blade 98 V8 specifications:
Parallel Drilling > Grommet construction provides a consistent, more forgiving string bed response while dramatically increasing the sweet spot
FORTYFIVE° > Patent-protected frame layup produces more connected-to-the-ball feel while better complementing the more modern, vertical swing path. Material increases both flexibility and stability without compromise through the swing
Braided graphite + basalt > Elastic and reactive material combination improves the flex of a racket to increase ball contact with the strings for enhanced feel and greater control
DirectConnect > Carbon fiber handle extends to directly connect with end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability
StableFeel > The new Blade technology that provides an enhanced, firmer feel that increases stability and creates a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Designed with avid players in mind, this "sharper Blade" is ideal for those seeking to improve their game
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