@pavyg If you beat Djokovic in five, I don't think retirement would have been on the cards. Any string/tension recommendations would be appreciated. The headlight balance allows me to generate fast racquet head speed for a fast serve. Recommend to 4.0 or higher players simply because of the weight.From: Vladimir, 10/9/20, Comments: This is a great stick in my opinion. Then in 2013 I moved on to the BLX Pro Staff Six.One 95. I can take full swings and control where it goes in the court compared to my previous racquets where my ball would sail somewhere. We'll start with the main version, the Wilson Pro Staff v13. Highlighted by a design that summons the clas I would recommend to friends for sure.From: Anonymous, 12/23/21, Comments: Following my review of a couple of days ago, I tail weighted one of my Pro Staff 97's to achieve a 8 point head light balance, mainly to knife my backhand slice and it worked!From: Raj, USA/India, 9/18/21, Comments: Bought two frames to replace my RF97's and was really surprised that the weight was almost spot on! It does look cool and I believe you should buy one if you have been playing with Pro Staffs. The slices feel really great and I can't slice better with anything else. Maybe not as much cushion as a 60-64 flex racket, but more comfortable power and slice. I sent my racquets in for evaluation an about 10 days later, I received a email stating they all had exposed graphite. Then, I like the smaller sized head of 97 v13 but am worried about its heavier 332 g (strung) weight. Definitely have more control with this racquet, but feel that power is more difficult to generate compared to RF97. I get more control and more spin from the v13. I personally loved this racquet because I have a fast and heavy swing which sometimes make the ball go a little bit too wide, but with the Pro Staff 97 v13 I got perfect power and spin for my swing style save for some miss hits in the beginning. Some Restrictions Apply. Give it a try.From: AJI, Walnut Creek, 2/21/22, Comments: Strung my brand new Pro Staff 97 v13 with Solinco Hyper G Soft (16g) at 52/50 lbs and a Gamma Razortac overgrip: exactly 12 oz. I also like the rounded butt cap on the handle, which is much more comfortable than the v11 squared-off cap.From: Philip, 3/21/21, Comments: Awesome racquet. From: Jerry, FL, 1/25/22, Comments: The Wilson Pro Staff 97 v13 racquet is a high quality product! I am a stringer and string about 10-15 racquets per week for people who have arm problems, lack of power, control, etc. I guess I got a little bit freaked out when he kind of said that was a cons of the frame. Anyway from your comment I understand that you do not share that opinion what makes me feel more confortable about the purchase. My opponent also said that my balls are much heavier with the v11 compared to the v13, this may be because of lower swingweight on the v13. Best not to be so wasteful for the environment these days, while also blame yourself less for the sharp decline of the Prostaff series. Highlighted by a design that pays tribute to the historic Pro Staff series, the Pro Staff 97 v13 features a new Braid 45 construction that increases precision by adjusting the angle of the double braided fibers for enhanced feel and stability. Occasionally, my balls go long with the softer strings, but I will take that over polyester and dealing with elbow issues. Model: WR043711U2. Reducing the string tension helped me get the depth and the heaviness back to my shorts.If I have to sum it up I would say the racquet is much more maneuverable and offers more control than the earlier versions.From: Harshal, 11/22/20, Comments: The Wilson Pro Staff 97 v13 is magnificent, I use Tecnifibre NRG2 16 at 56 pounds. I do think a hybrid is the best set up for this type of frame though so Id be surprised if I like either of the above more than a gut/poly combo, we shall see. Weve seen brands like Babolat go for the louder designs like on the new Pure Drive, but the Pro Staff 97 has a classy, minimalist look. I strung mine up with Solinco Confidential 17 gauge at 54 pounds on the mains and Gamma Live Wire Professional 17 gauge at 56 pounds on the crosses for awesome feel, added pocketing, comfort, and easy access to spin.From: Joshua, 2/20/21, Comments: Best racquet I have ever had. I had demoed this model in the past, but I found it lacked the mass and heftiness of the RF97. *Price comparisons are based on the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price ("MSRP") or Original Selling Price. One more thing, Pro Staff always has that unique feel that no other racquet can provide. When you buy tennis gear through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. I told them what I had. On all orders over $75! The stick has incredible feel and pockets the ball well. It is also a set up that works well with this type of players frame as you get a nice blend of power from the natural gut and some control from the polyester. Description. Can you claim to have made the second week if that happens? There are a very small number of players who can make good use of the RF97 at 340g unstrung. I only hit a handful of them, but because of the headlight balance, it is effortless to swing. Power level wise I found both v13 and v11 similar.The area where I struggled was on defense. Tennis warehouse was very organized starting from order placement and stringing to delivery and tracking. Shows how great those three are in the big moments of tennis. Slightly lighter than the Pro Staff RF 97, it still has a high weight that's concentrated in Pro Staff 97 V14 Tennis Racket | Wilson Sporting Goods Beyond helpful customer service. It is a good review indeed. I started playing with the Pro Staff line back in 2012 with the Six.One Classic 95. Both are fantastic racquets. So, overall, the backhand is okay, forehand still needs work, the volleys needs some training as well, the serve works great. I played with them for the first time this past week and wow. 4.0+ player and still prefer racquets on the heavier side, but the RF made sure 3rd sets were a guaranteed loss. Serving is where I enjoyed this racquet the most. The racquet itself has been superb. I have bought two Pro Staff 97 v13 racquets, with Luxilon 1.15, as recommended by Wilson at 54 pounds, and am loving it. Definitely been winning more with this. This racquet is a great one just make sure not to tire yourself out too much but this might just be due to the fact that my last racquet was a Pure Aero so I am used to a lot of free power. I am more confident hitting balls closer to the net tape with this racquet, so the string pattern seems just right for me. I went from the v11.0, non-Countervail to this. He is happy with this racquet performance.From: Alena, FL. I have compared with my old racquets and measured as well. I recommend stringing at a lower tension. I demoed a total of seven racquets. No different to the previous model. I can also generate decent topspin. This pro works to prepare your Gunzenhausen, Bavaria, Germany home for the local real estate market, with the main objective to make your house desirable to potential buyers. I would recommend this racquet to players who are looking for similar features. I'm not careless, but occasionally you have to scrap the ground to get a ball and it doesn't take much for the paint to start wearing away. It seemed fitting for 2020. Thank you for the detailed review. The mission of the site is to allow tennis journalists and fans freedom and creativity in their writing, personal commentary, and out-of-the-box analysis. So when you combine elements of that design with a more modern matte velvet finish and some carbon fibre, I am instantly a fan. Compared to the first version,2015, this v13 is lousy. The personal racket of a 20x major champion, the Pro Staff RF97 v13 delivers premium performance and sleek design fit for a legend. It doesnt sound a very credible comment. Ill be giving it a try when I face someone with heavy topspin serves. Serving was easy and crazy accurate though felt a bit less speedy as with my Yonex EZONE 98+ racquets. in MP Strung 10.1 oz / 286 g Unstrung 9.5 oz / 270 g 3 Pts Head Light Beam Width: Braided Graphite / Kevlar Flex: Wilson Pro Performance Power Level: String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses Mains Skip: 7T, 9T, 7H, 9H No Shared Holes Let me know in the comments below. My two-handed backhand definitely requires some cleaning, but I am blasting winners from anywhere in the court with my forehand. Now enough about the playability, can we talk about this awesome matte black paint job? I've been hitting with the Pro Staff for my whole life and am now a 50+ year old, 3.5 level male. Interestingly, a couple of tennis friends say they find it quite underwhelming, but for me, I like the subtle cues. Ok, yes I know the channel, Osakas hitting partner. For someone who has several RF97As including two Rod Laver editions, im not at all tempted to purchase this v13. I am a 3.5-4.0 level rating.From: Bryan, 1/3/21, Comments: I am very happy with this racquet. Buy one and find out for yourself.From: Chad, 10/18/20, Comments: Very Pro Staff feel. 13 Reviews. The Pro Staff V13 is available from September 14th on Wilson.com but only to email subscribers. Wilson Pro Staff 97 v13 Grigore Petre Dec 9, 2020 G Grigore Petre Rookie Dec 9, 2020 #1 I've played before with Yonex HD, Angel TC95, Babolat Pure Strike v3 and v2 , Pure Aero etc .I'm racquethollic. Black elastic base, exposed carbon fibre weave with gloss finish at the tip. Still struggling to find my backhand slice, so more on that later. And while the latter is not the easiest racquet on the universe, I dont find it supremely difficult to play with either. 97 V13.0 . Racquet. We chose this particular Pro Staff after using TW's information tables which we found extremely helpful in finding the right fit. And has a lot of pop. Modern design gives the nod to classic Pro Staff heritage with a black elastic base, exposed carbon fibre weave with gloss finish at the tip, and red/yellow pinstripes along the throat. Aesthetics-wise, I love the paint job, but in true Wilson fashion, it won't last long. For comparison, the Wilson Clash measures at 11.2mm on their SI scale so has much more flex. The Pro Staff 97, 97L and 97UL also gets a new drill pattern for the grommets. The site primarily focuses on the mens game with a bias towards Roger Federer but also covers the financials of the sports, equipment reviews, strings, and every tournament at Grand Slam, 1000, and 500 level. Wilson Pro Staff 97 v13 for 2020 [Detailed Review & Playtest + Video] I can easily control pace from a heavy hitting opponent. It's really a fine piece of art racquet and just love to play with my new Pro Staff.From: Michael, 12/2/20, Comments: I've played with each of the Pro Staff 97 models with varying degrees of success and enjoyment, RF and non-RF versions. strung; Head Size: 97 square inches; Length: 27 inches; Balance: 320 mm . Coming from an oversized head racquet, I did not expect the transition to be as smooth as it was, even though the racquet is 97 square inches it still felt so consistent. If I need to be a serve and volleyer, it's solid. You get more feel, and the denser string bed offers you that bit more control. I was excited to see the new v13 line with the amazing old school eighties look, in homage to the famous tennis players, well done Wilson! How do you think is this compared with the yonex vcore 97 pro hd? The Pro Staff 97, 97L and 97UL also gets a new drill pattern for the grommets. Along with this 97 version, Wilson has also launched two other Pro Staffs: I think the standard Pro Staf 97 V13 is the best choice for most players rather than the RF 97 V13 or the PS97L. I initially ordered with 17 gauge Volkl Cyclone, but later tried 16 gauge Soft Solinco which I thought felt and sounded better.From: CK, Acton, MA, 1/30/22, Comments: The Pro Staff 97 seems to be much like the older versions as far as the way it hits. The Britto Hearts Pro Staff 97 v13 combines two incredibly popular subjects into one dynamite racket: the unique Britto art and the Pro Staff 97 v13. Love to see it. So it was back to the stringing machine. ), Wilson Pro Staff 97 V13 Full Specification. I think it looks top-notch, and with a white overgrip and the Wilson W stencilled on the strings its a very stylish looking frame. I grew up on Pro Staffs and have been playing with a number of different racquets over the past few years, including the RF version of this racquet. I feel WPF v13 very stable but underpowered .maybe I need to try more strings setup. As you can see from the chart below, the specs are very similar to the last generation, but there has been a change in the location of the grommet holes which makes the string pattern slightly denser near the top of the racquet (even though it is still 16 x 19. The regular PS has been often criticized for an inconsistent stringbed response, so its nice to know that Wilson has worked on addressing that. The service with the Racquet Matching by Tennis Warehouse makes these racquet almost identical. Wilson Pro Staff 97 v13 Racquet Review - Tennis Warehouse These are amazing. I have been playing with a variety of racquets from Babolat and Yonex over the years. It wasnt like it was a lousy racquet, but I preferred the red/black version from 2015, and it was partly why I started using Yonex and Zus frames. Wilson Pro Staff Review: Compare 4 Models (Federer's Racquet) Feedback on my review? Whats your preference between the new Pro Staff and the new Blade 98? Maybe a thinner frame would be better on improving the feel and as well a little bit more swingweight. Also they're not the easiest on the wrist or arm. A performance tennis racket for competitive players seeking power & precision. I'm not sure if I got a lemon, but it was matched to web specs, always a stellar service by Tennis Warehouse by the way. Generating racquet head speed is easier for v13 and so I liked it on serves. Given that it's lighter than RF97, I find it better for serves and volleys, but miss the plow through and power in the groundstrokes. The design is amazing and maybe that's why I want to put energy on playing with it.From: Cristian, 11/16/20, Comments: The racquet works well. Yeah I will keep an eye on mine and see how it goes. There is one thing that is pulling me back, I have read some comments that it is not a good frame for 1HBH, what do you think about this? I watched the USO final. Holds up better against players who are big hitters. 35,200 () PRO STAFF 97UL V13.0 . I thought P1 remoulded his grips anyway, maybe they dont. String: Full bed of Technifibre Triax at 25kg / 55lbs. I used ALU Silver at 55 pounds on the mains and a Babolat string at 52 pounds on the crosses for control. The feel is definitely improved and feels tighter, just a little bit, than the previous version. I used to use the RF 97, but at 51 now, it's just too heavy after one and a half hours. I am sure Wilson may play with the weight and balance slightly. Huge balls coming at me and the Pro Staff blocks them and catapults them back, solid.From: Anonymous, 2/13/21, Comments: An absolute beast of a racquet. Coming from the BLX Pro Staff 95, this was a fairly easy transition. Next time, I plan to go with Hyper-G Soft. Its lighter weight optimizes racket maneuverability and allows for easy, comfortable swings. So really boils down to your strength and level. The Pro Staff Classic was a highly sought-out racquet as well. Great for volleys. Good review. Is surely looks pretty but judging from recent experience, I wont bet my life on the paint longevity. Racket specifications on endorsed consumer models may vary from the models used by Pros for match-play. I personally don't think anyone should play with the actual RF version seriously, unless they have UTR well above 10. I dont own one of those, but I believe the Pro Staff 97 will come in at around 66 RA for those interested. I played with this one before switching to the new RF 97 and I hardly noticed a difference when it came to stability despite the fact the RF is 20 odd grams heavier. No points for a Q1 loss, 8 for Q2, 16 for Q What's the source for that? I notice this frame absorbs the shock really well, not too muted, so you can feel the ball. My slices are epic. @Catheri09492319 Wasn't that the return at the US Open? I'd say the TW reviews were on point except for comfort. It has less power than RF, but I love the accuracy of this v13 and will buy another one soon.From: Bill, 10/15/20, Comments: The best racquet ever produced by Wilson, period.From: JCF, 10/15/20, Comments: Finally found my perfect set up! I got use to it after a week, and then loved playing with it ever since. Hey, just wondering what other string setups you like for the K Factor Six.One 90. From: Mikey, LA, CA, 8/11/21, Comments: I have both the 340 gram Pro Staff RF97 and this 315 gram Pro Staff v13. The best racquet from Wilson hands down!From: Justin, 10/18/20, Comments: In my honest opinion this is the worst Pro Staff 97 yet. Why would they modify the RF97 when its made to Federers exact specs? @pavyg Guys queuing up now they know she's team pure blood. Not powerful. I used this setup for a long time when I played with a Wilson K Factor 90, and its one of the best feeling hybrids you can play with, albeit a pricey one. I also prefer the rounded shape grip compared to the squarer/sharper-edged grip on the RF97, which even Federer has swapped out by Priority One. Uniqlo Roger Federer RF Hat Navy/White . It's a very stable racquet and good for consistency.From: Michael, 12/28/20, Comments: I have been playing with Head racquets for two decades. No major changes, but I do feel the tighter string pattern creates a slightly flatter ball and I had to adjust to that over the first few hours of playing. More work is required to generate spin. My ground strokes are precise and deep and I get plenty of spin and that puts my opponents on their back heel. The 2015 version gives you more pop, a much more connected feeling to the ball, and a slightly larger sweetspot. Stringing the racquet as a hybrid is a pain because the grommet placement and size is challenging. You do need to strike the ball accurately which is why this racquet is for intermediate players and up. Its been a long time coming, and after a few launch delays due to the hiatus of the tour and many people not being able to play tennis due to lockdown, the new Wilson Pro Staff 97 V13 has finally landed. I can place my shots short or deep very easily and precisely. The Pro Staff Team v13 is a perfect racket for players transitioning from recreational frames to performance frames. The Pro Staff 85 was used by players like Pete Sampras, Jim Courier, and so on. I put 5 grams of lead 4 cm from the butt-cap, and installed a fairway leather grip. Racquet feels sturdy and love the feel with volleys, and to top it off, huge fan of the black frame aesthetics. Like all Pro Staff racquets of the past, this is a frame that rewards full swings, and when you are in position early, it gives you plenty of power. Of course, its not super heavy a la Andy Murrays racquet which lets him just bunt the ball back with no backswing, but theres enough mass there to provide stability when dealing with heavy serves. While the Countervail and all-black Pro Staffs were solid frames, I was always a bit unsure about them. Let me watch and see what he says. Actual sales may not have occurred at this price. I haven't had this racquet long but as of now, it is great. I have 2 questions : Retains that class Pro Staff feel, ideal for fast arm, aggressive players who are looking for plenty of feedback and feel on their shots who can manage a reasonably heavy, stiff frame. My favorite parts of this racquet are the volleys, slices, and the serves. Now I tried to string this racquet with a low tension and a high string tension, I personally love the higher string tension. I love this racquet.From: Tristan, 11/12/20, Comments: I've been using the Pro Staff dating back to the original. Its the college players stick of choice in the USA for example, so seems to be a winner for a lot of baseliners. Wilson Pro Staff 97 V13 Wilson Pro Staff 97L V13 The new RF97 is simply a refresh of its predecessor and maintains Federer's exact specs, wheres the 97, and 97L get the new braided graphite, carbon weave on the hoop and the rounder Wilson grip. Until recently, my primary stick was the Pro Staff RF97, I loved stability and plow through, however for long rallies it was quite a challenge to handle, especially off position shots. But if you can handle the Tour its a great frame. The legendary Wilson Pro Staff RF 97 Autograph is unmistakable for its association with the likes of Pete Sampras and Roger Federer and is one of the most recognizable rackets on the planet. First, though lighter than the previous, it is quite stable. Considering that the price is half. Long time Wilson user and I've been using this racquet for about a year and loving every single thing about it! What do you think about the new Pro Staff 97 V13? Orders over $50 will ship for free! Is the control in the Ezone 98 tour that improved because of the 10 more grams to be almost as it is in the PS and VCORE? In stock form it looks pretty slow with a strange feel at the ball. So, in stock form my one handed backhand was good, serve was good, but forehand couldn't dial-in properly. I got this racquet to match up better with my long time drilling and hitting partner who has a stack of prized Stefan Edberg 12.2 oz Pro Staff 95 (red/yellow color theme). The v13 comes in slightly lighter, but still has plenty of mass that allows me to relax through my strokes. Thanks! Very maneuverable with the right amount of weight. Im glad they got rid of the countervail, and the racquet feels more consistent in response. The feel is very strange as well. I have been using Pro Staffs my whole life. Ill also be updating this review over time as I plan to use this frame ongoing throughout the autumn. Groundstrokes have improved depth, which I figure has to come from a higher spin rate combined with swinging more freely. I am going to experiment with lower tension to see how the racquet plays.From: Charles, 12/30/20, Comments: I'm a long time Pro Staff user, 3.5 to 4.0 Rating, mid 40's. Today's and tonight's Bechhofen, Bavaria, Germany weather forecast, weather conditions and Doppler radar from The Weather Channel and Weather.com I feel that if you can contact the sweetspot and can't handle the weight of the RF97, this racquet will reward with great feel, control, and power. It's plush feeling but gives great feedback and the ball goes where you tell it to. Weather.com brings you the most accurate monthly weather forecast for Bechhofen, Bavaria, Germany with average/record and high/low temperatures, precipitation and more. Yeah, I just showed your reply to my son and he immediately placed the order for daddy Christmas! I understand the marketing and need for Wilson to refresh the product and sell. Wilson Pro Staff 97 Review (v13) in 2021: Don't Buy Before Reading! The RF 97 Autograph is a pro style racket with a hefty 340g weight and a medium sized 97sq. Wilson Pro Staff 97UL V13 Tennis Racquet | Tennis Express Pro Staff 97 v13 vs v14 - explain the TW specs please. I am looking to move to more modern frames but I fear that the EZONE will not fit my 1HBH. Wilson Pro Staff 97 v13 | Talk Tennis Albeit with few injections of colour on the throat and with some exposed carbon fibre weave between 3 and 9 oclock on the hoop.

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