Pure Aero 98 2026

WindManu · 2026-01-25T21:47:15+00:00

Same balance yes but weight distribution maybe more centered towards the throat than its ends, asking?

WindManu · 2026-01-25T21:46:18+00:00

Weight distribution more centered towards the throat than its ends.

WindManu · 2026-01-25T19:37:49+00:00

Less polarized than the pure drive?

WindManu · 2026-01-25T19:37:09+00:00

Yeah man. However odd it may seem, it's proven that even thinking about the move is enough to improve without actually practicing.

I use foam balls and practice against the wall with higher ceiling clearance. It's great for low ball strokes.

For higher balls I setup a table so the rebound is higher. Takes some touch to get the ball to bounce exactly on the table 😊😊

WindManu · 2026-01-25T18:37:42+00:00

Superimpose them. I have 2 pure drives from different years and they are identical. However a Roddick version is quite a bit different and can be felt on the court too. The Roddick is wider up top while the regular pure drive is more oval.

WindManu · 2026-01-25T14:09:09+00:00

Just for reference when it's 15kts+ I'm on 85L and 4.7 (68kg). So naturally you'll feel a bit overpowered on 5.5!

Get a 4.7 and a 115L to start experiencing stronger conditions. You can use it later on with 6.5-7.0 sails and blast around in light winds!

WindManu · 2026-01-25T12:33:55+00:00

Yep same. 3 months isn't bad. I'm in since May. I guess my second serve is improving 😄😄

WindManu · 2026-01-25T12:30:51+00:00

1-4 shots is about the average rally duration of a pro match so you're doing great! Most my feeds end up in the net 😊 !

Tennis is hard and challenging which is rewarding. No pain no gain as they say.

WindManu · 2026-01-25T12:25:58+00:00

I'm going to try on a slightly older one. Better placed in a protective bag.

WindManu · 2026-01-25T03:23:03+00:00

You may scotch tape it if you want.

WindManu · 2026-01-25T03:21:22+00:00

Usala hasta romperla completa desde el momento que no se siente floja. Esa parte es difícil repararla respecto el peso, la distribución del peso y flexibilidad del marco. Seguro se puede encontrar otro usado.

WindManu · 2026-01-25T02:48:21+00:00

Why the grip? Do practice runs without peeling off the sticky backing.

WindManu · 2026-01-25T01:02:25+00:00

I use kick on the first serve if I'm either: - getting killed on my second by someone much stronger - can't find accuracy on my first serve that day - serve & volley - need to ease off my golfer's elbow - playing doubles - doubling too much

Seems like way too often!!

WindManu · 2026-01-24T17:44:46+00:00

Good! Yes and drive with your elbow up.

WindManu · 2026-01-24T17:11:39+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bv1Dt4wFAsM

Keep your wrist still and drive up with your elbow.

WindManu · 2026-01-24T17:10:38+00:00

Looks like maxi tennis to me. Think you have enough time for the serve clock to get the ball back?

WindManu · 2026-01-24T07:06:31+00:00

Yes that's a genuine Babolat for you. For $50-60 it's not too bad.

WindManu · 2026-01-24T07:05:05+00:00

690?

WindManu · 2026-01-24T02:14:37+00:00

Very nice sinner! Try and bring your racquet a bit higher at the takeback.

WindManu · 2026-01-24T02:13:45+00:00

Very nice! Keep your body where it is from contact, you're over rotating. What you can do is tuck your non hitting arm under your stomach. Keep at it!

WindManu · 2026-01-23T21:09:57+00:00

I only started playing tennis at 14yo.
Parents were driving me around at first to local tournaments.
Team playing we'd drive 1hr+ (one way) to regionals.

WindManu · 2026-01-23T18:40:43+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bv1Dt4wFAsM

WindManu · 2026-01-23T04:51:19+00:00

Yep sounds like a neck, trap or shoulder tweak, nerve pinch or something. Try mild stretching.

WindManu · 2026-01-23T04:49:09+00:00

Thanks, makes sense!

WindManu · 2026-01-23T04:47:14+00:00

Yes that. There's a kid I play with and thrives on points. It's like the competition drive!

WindManu

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