With nearly two decades of success, Wilson's Blade line of high-performance racquets remains the preferred choice for passionate competitors seeking unparalleled control, feel and stability. The Blade 98 (16x19) V9 offers crisper, more stable responsiveness that produces a more connected feel to the ball. Sporting a new dark emerald green matte finish, the V9 features a frame composed of graphite and basalt, as well as a DirectConnect carbon fiber shaft for improved torsional stability. It is also equipped with an open string pattern offering a more tolerant response, and which allows for regular, spin-free hits.
Advantages of the Blade: Feel and control
Smaller head: Improves precision and gives a sharp feel
16x19 string pattern: The open string pattern offers more power and spin
Innovations: Updated features and composition improve stability to make you feel closer to the ball
Improvements: The latest design of the snap and eyelets is easier to apply, more durable and fits the racket better
Design: Matte, vibrant dark emerald green finish with pops of orange that highlight the vibrant look of the frame
Head (cm²) 632
Length (cm) 68.58
16x19 string pattern
Roped balance (cm) 33
Roped balance (pts) -4
Rope weight (grams) 321
Cone system (mm) 20.6
Unstrung balance (cm) 32
Unstrung balance (pts) -7
Unstrung weight (grams) 305
