Wilson Pro Staff 97L Countervail Black
Intermediate players looking for a user-friendly entry point into the legendary Pro Staff universe have come to the right place. It's called the Pro Staff 97L Countervail and it looks like the one Federer uses on tour, complete with the same velvety paint, laser engraving and chrome touches. At just under 11 ounces, this stick is lighter and faster than Federer's RF97 Autograph, making it easier for less advanced players to load the ball with pace and spin. In addition to its Braided Construction and head light balance, this racquet comes with Countervail, a material technology designed to reduce impact vibrations and muscle fatigue. Taken together, these details give the 97L both an amazing look and feel. From the baseline, the 97L accelerates with remarkable ease. Although it lacks the stability and plow-through of the heavier Pro Staff models, this stick has impressive stability for its weight class. Full swings deliver easy targeting with just enough pace and spin to keep your opponent off-balance. Also, the light weight is perfect for scrambling or cranking winners on the run. At net, the Pro Staff 97L offers very quick handling, with impressive touch for hitting droppers. The light weight also comes in handy on service returns where the 97L whips around extremely fast to deliver accurate targeting. Ultimately, Wilson has created an extremely impressive racquet for intermediate players. With its controllable power and phenomenal feel, this is the perfect stick for those who want the performance of a player's racquet without the bulk.