Used Wilson(K)Factor K Blade98™ Racquet w/Brand New Wilson Pro-Overgrip
Condition:…….9.9 out of
10
Racquet Specs |
18 Mains / 20 Crosses
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WILSON (K) FACTOR KBLADE 98
At the finals of the
2008 Australian Open, Novak Djokovic and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga squared off to
start off the new year. Coincidently, both of the finalists played with
Wilson’s newest series of rackets: the KBlade™. Tsonga’s amazing performance in the Australian
Open caught the world’s attention, but it also publicized the KBlade 98™. The KBlade 98™ features Wilson’s latest technology in the tennis industry
known as the KFactor, an improvement from the well-known nCode nano technology. Overall, the KFactor technology improves
both the control and stability of a racket. The KBlade 98™ blends power and control into a 98 sq. in.
frame, weighing 10.7 oz. unstrung, and offers players a solid performance
racket.
Groundstrokes
«When I first hit a forehand with the Wilson K Factor KBlade 98™, I was definitely
surprised by the amount of spin I could put on the ball. With each hit, I was
easily clearing the net and landing deep shots. My forehand shots went exactly
where I wanted them to go, indicating the sheer amount of control that the
KBlade 98 has in store. Also, I was feeling more pop on every one of my shots.
The only downside was when I took too big of a swing, the ball went flying
away. On my two-handed backhand I was able to easily hit down the line and pass
my opponent when he approached the net. Both my forehand and my backhand slices
were low and deep, allowing me plenty of time to return to my ready-position. I
was simply amazed at how the KBlade 98™ performed with all of my baseline groundstrokes.»
Volleys
«Next test was at the net. The KBlade 98 performed magnificently, providing the
punch needed to finish a point. My volleys were placed with great precision and
depth that left my opponents in awe. Each volley was accompanied by a great
solid feel and very little recoil. With the light weight, the K Blade 98 tennis
racquet was quite easy to maneuver for those split-second decisions at the net.
Also, with a 98 sq. in. headsize, the racket was very forgiving on shots that
weren’t timed perfectly. I was very pleased with the Kblade’s effective
performance at the net.»
Serves
As I mentioned before, I felt I could easily put topspin on my groundstrokes,
adding a pop to my shots. I felt the same ease with my serves as well. With the
racket’s light weight, I was able to produce a much faster head speed on my
serves, giving them the additional spin that I desire. On another note, I did
feel a lack of power on my serves, but placing the ball with great precision
was more than enough to make up for it. Based on the previous performance on
groundstrokes and volleys, I would have expected nothing less from the KBlade
98™.»
Serve Returns
«The mobility and control on my other shots applied to my serve returns as
well. With the awesome control of the KBlade 98™, I was able to mix up my returns every point to keep my
opponent guessing. I felt confidence that in every swing the ball will go where
I aimed it. The Wilson KBlade 98™ was easy to maneuver
around in order to hit angle shots across the court. For those slower serves I
was bashing them back at my opponents. The sheer power behind my shots was
easily controlled, scoring me quick points.»
Final Words
«The KBlade 98™ definitely helped me add the extra spin I was
looking for in a racket. I could really feel the KFactor technology at work,
providing great stability on every shot. One of the characteristics that
appealed to me the most was its amazing maneuverability on all shots. The
KBlade 98 is designed to be a player’s racket, which does require a bit of a
longer backswing. However, if you are looking for a racket that can produce
plenty of spin and control on your shots, as well as an added pop, then the
KBlade 98 should be the first racket choice to demo.»