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BLADE FEEL PRO 105 TENNIS RACKET
- Arc 2 Technology provides greater stability with added control
- Double Holes grommet technology offers more power and a larger sweet spot
- Lightweight, midplus head provides greater degree of racket maneuverability with enlarged sweet spot
- AirLite bumper guard supplies lightweight protection
- Perforated grip aids in moisture absorption
- Extra length provides extended reach and court coverage
- Sharp design and feel-driven performance inspired by Blade performance series
- Pre-strung
| Product SKU(s) | WR018810U2 |
| Head Size | 105 sq in |
| String Pattern | 16x19 |
| Strung Weight | 278 g |
| Length | 27.25 in - 69.2 cm |
| Player Type | Recreational & Beginner |
The most critical factor when buying a tennis racket is weight. A racket that is too heavy can incur arm, shoulder or wrist discomfort and will slow down your stroke. Conversely, a racket that is too light sacrifices power and can throw off your timing. Most adult strung rackets fall between 9 and 12 oz.
| Lighter Rackets (9-10 oz) | Heavier Rackets (11-12 oz) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pros | More maneuverable, easier to swing and generate spin |
More powerful, more stable and helps maintain control |
| Cons | Less powerful, less stable | Higher injury risk and less maneuverable |
| Best For | Players with slower, more compact strokes – typically smaller players, juniors or anyone with arm discomfort |
Aggressive players with long, fast strokes – typically bigger players in or near their prime |
A racket’s head size, which is measured in square inches, will have a direct effect on racket performance. As racket head size increases, power and forgiveness also increase. For players who hit the sweet spot consistently, a smaller head size will afford more precision and control. Larger head sizes are classified as oversize (typically 106+ square inches). Any rackets smaller than that qualify as midsize.
| Midsize (< 106 sq in) | Oversize (>106 sq in) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pros | More precision, easier to quickly maneuver |
More powerful, higher margin for error |
| Cons | Less powerful, smaller margin for error |
Less precision, more difficult to maneuver |
| Best For | More experienced players who hit the sweet spot consistently |
Beginners or intermediate players who prefer larger sweet spot |
Another subtle factor for racket performance is its balance, which defines the weight distribution. Rackets can either be head-light, head-heavy or even-balanced. Head-light rackets have more weight concentrated toward the handle, whereas head-heavy rackets feature more weight concentrated toward the head. Even-balanced rackets strike a happy medium between the two. Balance is indicated on a point scale, with the larger negative numbers being more head-light and the larger positive numbers being more head-heavy. Smaller numbers close to 0 indicate more evenly balanced rackets.
| Head-Light (- pts) | Head-Heavy (+ pts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pros | Reduced vibrations in the handle, easier to maneuver |
More powerful, more stable through swing |
| Cons | Less powerful, more maneuverable | More difficult to maneuver |
| Best For | Players who use heavier rackets and want to swing faster with more maneuverability |
Players who use lighter rackets and want more stability to keep racket head from twisting |
*Note: Strung rackets will be more head-heavy than unstrung rackets, so be sure to check whether the racket specs are strung or unstrung for accuracy.
