Introducing the most surgical member of the Pure Aero family
Babolat adds another chapter to the most controlled and surgical member of the Pure Aero family. Formerly called the Pure Aero VS, the Pure Aero 98 gives big hitters a powerfully precise weapon. Compared to the standard Pure Aero, this racquet features a more compact head along with a denser string pattern and a thinner, more flexible beam. The payoff is extra control, which comes in handy on bigger cuts or when targeting the lines. That said, this stick still packs enough pop to put your opponent in check. For 2023 Babolat adds NF² Technology which uses flax inserts at 3/9 in the head to soften ball impact. Babolat also updates its FSI Spin technology with slightly tighter string spacing. The result is greater control (and confidence) when maximizing stroke speed in the service of power and spin. With some nice updates to the response, the Pure Aero 98 delivers the spin and power of a modern player's racquet but with the control and feel needed to fully engage with your targets.
BASED ON ADDITIONAL SAMPLES MEASURED, THE SWINGWEIGHT WAS LOWERED FROM 327 TO 321 ON 6.13.24.
Specifications
| Head Size: 98 in² / 632.26 cm² | ||||
| Length: 27in / 68.58cm | ||||
| Strung Weight:11.4oz / 323g | ||||
| Balance: 12.79in / 32.49cm / 6 pts HL | ||||
| Swingweight: 321 | ||||
| Stiffness: 66 | ||||
| Beam Width: 21mm / 23mm / 22mm | ||||
| Composition: Graphite | ||||
| Power Level: Low-Medium | ||||
| Stroke Style: Medium-Full | ||||
| Swing Speed: Medium-Fast | ||||
| Racquet Colors:Black/Yellow | ||||
| Grip Type: Syntec Pro | ||||
String Pattern:
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| String Tension: 50-59 pounds |
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End of your racquet journeyThis one will carry you forward. Never big fan of Babolat racquets (Too stiff, don't like 100 sq head size, etc) but this one got me. I tried it in two separate demo weeks and not under ideal conditions: First, thanks to my elbow, with multi strings, then I have OHBH. Still, it shined. Very stable at the net. some of my best serves ever came with it. Anything I did with my backhand was great, even slices. I did not feel its 66 stiffness at all (My limit is 65). I expected some issues in control but they were nonexistent. Unlike Wilson RF01, you can use it as a defensive player but why not hit gas pedal when you have a hot rod? I'd buy it without hesitation but have already passed 35 racquet limit. A new generation must be on its way but after this it will probably be a step backwards. I'd suggest to get three of it: two for your regular play, one to keep in wrappers as an investment in case your retirement plan fails.
Babolat and Tennis Warehouse ExperienceFirst Tennis Warehouse - Being able to try out racquets before you buy save added expense and frustration. TW does an excellent job of giving accurate racquet stats and making it easy to get loaners. I would have selected the incorrect racquet if I had not taken the demos.
Second - The Babolat racquet I selected after trying out the demos was the correct choice for me. This racquet plays exactly how I need it to perform based on how I play. I would recommend this path for anyone on the fence no knowing exactly what racquet to select.
Amazing racquet for full, fast swingsThis racquet is a powerful tool for more advanced players. It requires a full, fast stroke and pays you back in spades. Incomplete, slow strokes will fly long, which is good because it forces you to complete your strokes. Rpm blast is good; I found great success (and comfort) with 4G black at 46lbs or lower.
Okay I'm convinced...I'm a 4.0+ and I've played with every racquet on the market and until I played with the Aero 98 I was convinced that my Head Speed MP was my perfect racquet. Well, I was wrong the Aero 98 is a spectacular all around racquet. I don't feel I'm compromising on any part of my game. It truly lives up to the hype.
Spin, power, and controlGreat racquet! I demoed several, so I was able to try this back to back with different 100 and 98 versions of the pure drive, blade, and ezone. I kept coming back to the pure aero 98. Fantastic spin which allows me to confidently hit with more pace. The control was surprisingly good as well. This is my racquet for the foreseeable future!
GREAT RACQUET!I own both the 100 and the 98 Aero. Both are great playing racquets that I would recommend for just about any level and playing style. The 100 sq. in. Aero is stiffer throughout the frame and mine at least was a little more head-heavy than the 98 model. They are both very solid at contact. the 98sq in Aero is thinner throughout the frame and the balance seems very even. It comes through the ball faster, and with its tighter string pattern and thinner frame profile, there seems to be better ball control when swinging aggressively. I like them both and switch off depending on my mood! I highly recommend this racquet to anyone who is an intermediate or advanced player.
If you like spin in your game...If you are a player with lots of spin in your game, you will love the way it compliments your game. The Pure Aero 98 2023 is also going to give you extremely good control with medium power, depending on how you get it strung. I also own the Pure Aero 100 which I love as well. It ads a bit more bounce/power to my game, but the 98 offers excellent control and allows me the ability to place the ball where I want it. Power has not been a problem in my game and I like the heavier weight.
Nice racquetNot too heavy not too light for me.
Extremely overratedI'm amazed of how many amazing reviews this racquet has, to break it down, it does have amazing power spin, but launch angle is very inconsistent and unless you have PERFECT footwork you hit a lot of balls in the back of the fence.
Additionally it's very "shanky," I've been playing for 20 years (5.0) and was amazed how easy it is to hit the frame, not sure how this is not talked more.
It also does not have the stability a lot of people claim, you have to add quite a lot of weight to accomplish that.
First Babolat racquetI love this racquet you can feel the spin it adds and the extra control took a few days to get used to the head size being smaller but totally worth it.
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