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Dunlop Muscle Weave 200g 1/2 Used
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Muscle Weave 200g Midplus Here's a used MW 200g grip size 4 1/2 Below is a spec sheet and brief description I found from the review! From the baseline, the MW 200g 95 continues the tradition of its namesake by offering Max-imum control and minimal power. It offers full heft, medium flex and a dense string pattern, along with an elastomer/kevlar yoke in the throat to provide enhanced feel and comfort.. This combination tends to favor big hitters and string breakers. Granville offers, "this racquet is not for a beginner or someone just returning to the sport. Generating any significant power presents a challenge. I found that when I really 'hit out', I could get the response I'm accustomed to with my ProStaff 6.0 Mid, but only then. Good fundamentals are important for the player choosing this frame. However, if you're looking for a racquet that will allow you to hit topspin groundies with abandon, this racquet may be just right." Drew opines, "the MW 200g 95 seems to offer more flex than I recall the Revelation 200g having. The power level and extra flex lend themselves to hitting with more spin. For players who do hit with more spin, the dense string pattern will help extend string life. The MW 200g 95's stability enhances its comfort." Mark continues, "someone who likes to swing hard will probably love this racquet but passive, keep the ball in court players will have trouble keeping the ball deep. It has very little power, so you really have to swing hard to get good results.." Don comments, "watching players like Tommy Haas and Cedric Pioline makes one think this racquet has more than enough power. However, my swing just isn't big enough. The racquet's flex and, especially, the dense string pattern just didn't provide enough power for me. This racquet is definitely for players who consistently swing fast and hard. I can imagine this racquet performing better with 16 or 17 gauge natural gut - the extra power is welcome and the dense pattern reduces string wear." At net, the MW 200g 95's stability is a noticeable asset, although power is still limited. Drew comments, "the racquet is maneuverable and stable on volleys. The touch is good but a firm wrist and good technique are required for pace - don't expect much if you're just blocking the ball back." Dan adds, "it's accurate and true but dead to the touch during off-center shots. I quickly learned to make sure volleys had some extra punch, which in the end, requires more racquet manipulation - not what I'm looking for or need up at net. I quickly learned to swing out on overheads or they'd just keep coming back." Granville counters, "this was a much more pleasing racquet at net, offering good maneuverability and touch. I could be aggressive and poach with confidence. The power issue is, of course, less of a factor at net but there was still that 'thud', instead of a 'thwap' when you know you've struck the ball well." Mark concurs, "while the MW 200g 95 wasn't a lot different from other player's racquets on volleys, it was a little more maneuverable and suprisingly stable on mis-hits. Solid overheads are possible but it takes good preparation and strength to really blast one." Serving provided most playtesters with a little more power. Mark offers, "I was surprised at how much power I could generate on serves. The racquet has adequate mass but is also maneuverable enough to swing hard." Drew continues, "I felt the MW 200g 95 offered a little more power than the Revelation 200g 95 and this was most noticeable on serves, especially flat serves. I was able to really hammer flat serves, either up the middle or to the corners. I did have a little trouble controlling the depth of spin serves - perhaps it was the dense string pattern sometimes biting the ball and sometimes not." Dan agrees, adding, "no problem booming the big, flat serve up the middle. However, switching gears to slice or kick serves saw less impressive results. Once again, the dense string pattern just didn't allow me to get enough 'english' on the ball." Granville had a slightly different impression, commenting, "serving was consistent with groundstrokes. It was really difficult to get the ball moving. I could control the ball very well but without the sting of a more responsive frame, i.e., ProStaff 6.0, Precision Response Ti, Ti Radical). Most players probably won't enjoy those delicious aces or cheap points off serve return errors with this racquet." The MW 200g 95 received high marks for touch shots, including drop shots, soft angle volleys and half-volleys. Mark explains, "this racquet has a lot of touch and not much power, so I was able to take a fuller, comfortable swing on finesse shots and not only keep the ball in the court but keep it where I was aiming. My favorite shot with the MW 200g 95 was the approach shot, especially off a kick second serve. I could generate good spin and could be very aggressive without the ball flying long." Dan adds, "there's no question that, in the right hands, this racquet will find a niche with players whose game relies heavily on touch and feel - from the back court and net. Half-volley angles and last minute drop shots were fun to hit with this racquet. The flexibility gave me confidence, while the dense stringbed provided a solid feel." Players used to blocking back serve returns may find the MW 200g too underpowered. Drew offers, "particularly on serve returns, blocked shots need to be hit firmly and in the sweetspot or they have trouble getting over the net. Aggressive returners, however, will like the control provided by this racquet. Dan concurs, "I found the flexibility to be a welcome element on serve returns. It required me to swing out off both wings, which I wasn't always able to do with more powerful racquets. I didn't have to hold back for fear of balls sailing." It's clear to us that the Muscle Weave 200g 95 is designed for advanced, hard-hitting players. Lesser players will likely find this racquet too underpowered. However, for those who like to 'hit out' on every shot, and are seeking comfort and control in a traditionally weighted and balanced frame, the Muscle Weave 200g is worth a test drive. Dunlop Muscle Weave 200g Midplus Technical & Statistical Data Super RQ 1700 Ultimum Ti Midplus Test Results Chart (Scores are determined by averaging individual play test scores) Technical Specifications Length 27 inches 69 centimeters Head Size 95 square inches 613 square centimeters Weight 12 ounces 340 grams Balance Point 12.625 inches 32 centimeters 7pts Head Light Shaft Width 21mm Straight Beam Composition 3-D Graphite & Muscle Weave Babolat RDC Ratings Score Grade Flex Rating 59 Range: 0-100 Swing Weight 315 Range: 200-400 Manueverability 77 A
Description
Muscle Weave 200g Midplus Here's a used MW 200g grip size 4 1/2 Below is a spec sheet and brief description I found from the review! From the baseline, the MW 200g 95 continues the tradition of its namesake by offering Max-imum control and minimal power. It offers full heft, medium flex and a dense string pattern, along with an elastomer/kevlar yoke in the throat to provide enhanced feel and comfort.. This combination tends to favor big hitters and string breakers. Granville offers, "this racquet is not for a beginner or someone just returning to the sport. Generating any significant power presents a challenge. I found that when I really 'hit out', I could get the response I'm accustomed to with my ProStaff 6.0 Mid, but only then. Good fundamentals are important for the player choosing this frame. However, if you're looking for a racquet that will allow you to hit topspin groundies with abandon, this racquet may be just right." Drew opines, "the MW 200g 95 seems to offer more flex than I recall the Revelation 200g having. The power level and extra flex lend themselves to hitting with more spin. For players who do hit with more spin, the dense string pattern will help extend string life. The MW 200g 95's stability enhances its comfort." Mark continues, "someone who likes to swing hard will probably love this racquet but passive, keep the ball in court players will have trouble keeping the ball deep. It has very little power, so you really have to swing hard to get good results.." Don comments, "watching players like Tommy Haas and Cedric Pioline makes one think this racquet has more than enough power. However, my swing just isn't big enough. The racquet's flex and, especially, the dense string pattern just didn't provide enough power for me. This racquet is definitely for players who consistently swing fast and hard. I can imagine this racquet performing better with 16 or 17 gauge natural gut - the extra power is welcome and the dense pattern reduces string wear." At net, the MW 200g 95's stability is a noticeable asset, although power is still limited. Drew comments, "the racquet is maneuverable and stable on volleys. The touch is good but a firm wrist and good technique are required for pace - don't expect much if you're just blocking the ball back." Dan adds, "it's accurate and true but dead to the touch during off-center shots. I quickly learned to make sure volleys had some extra punch, which in the end, requires more racquet manipulation - not what I'm looking for or need up at net. I quickly learned to swing out on overheads or they'd just keep coming back." Granville counters, "this was a much more pleasing racquet at net, offering good maneuverability and touch. I could be aggressive and poach with confidence. The power issue is, of course, less of a factor at net but there was still that 'thud', instead of a 'thwap' when you know you've struck the ball well." Mark concurs, "while the MW 200g 95 wasn't a lot different from other player's racquets on volleys, it was a little more maneuverable and suprisingly stable on mis-hits. Solid overheads are possible but it takes good preparation and strength to really blast one." Serving provided most playtesters with a little more power. Mark offers, "I was surprised at how much power I could generate on serves. The racquet has adequate mass but is also maneuverable enough to swing hard." Drew continues, "I felt the MW 200g 95 offered a little more power than the Revelation 200g 95 and this was most noticeable on serves, especially flat serves. I was able to really hammer flat serves, either up the middle or to the corners. I did have a little trouble controlling the depth of spin serves - perhaps it was the dense string pattern sometimes biting the ball and sometimes not." Dan agrees, adding, "no problem booming the big, flat serve up the middle. However, switching gears to slice or kick serves saw less impressive results. Once again, the dense string pattern just didn't allow me to get enough 'english' on the ball." Granville had a slightly different impression, commenting, "serving was consistent with groundstrokes. It was really difficult to get the ball moving. I could control the ball very well but without the sting of a more responsive frame, i.e., ProStaff 6.0, Precision Response Ti, Ti Radical). Most players probably won't enjoy those delicious aces or cheap points off serve return errors with this racquet." The MW 200g 95 received high marks for touch shots, including drop shots, soft angle volleys and half-volleys. Mark explains, "this racquet has a lot of touch and not much power, so I was able to take a fuller, comfortable swing on finesse shots and not only keep the ball in the court but keep it where I was aiming. My favorite shot with the MW 200g 95 was the approach shot, especially off a kick second serve. I could generate good spin and could be very aggressive without the ball flying long." Dan adds, "there's no question that, in the right hands, this racquet will find a niche with players whose game relies heavily on touch and feel - from the back court and net. Half-volley angles and last minute drop shots were fun to hit with this racquet. The flexibility gave me confidence, while the dense stringbed provided a solid feel." Players used to blocking back serve returns may find the MW 200g too underpowered. Drew offers, "particularly on serve returns, blocked shots need to be hit firmly and in the sweetspot or they have trouble getting over the net. Aggressive returners, however, will like the control provided by this racquet. Dan concurs, "I found the flexibility to be a welcome element on serve returns. It required me to swing out off both wings, which I wasn't always able to do with more powerful racquets. I didn't have to hold back for fear of balls sailing." It's clear to us that the Muscle Weave 200g 95 is designed for advanced, hard-hitting players. Lesser players will likely find this racquet too underpowered. However, for those who like to 'hit out' on every shot, and are seeking comfort and control in a traditionally weighted and balanced frame, the Muscle Weave 200g is worth a test drive. Dunlop Muscle Weave 200g Midplus Technical & Statistical Data Super RQ 1700 Ultimum Ti Midplus Test Results Chart (Scores are determined by averaging individual play test scores) Technical Specifications Length 27 inches 69 centimeters Head Size 95 square inches 613 square centimeters Weight 12 ounces 340 grams Balance Point 12.625 inches 32 centimeters 7pts Head Light Shaft Width 21mm Straight Beam Composition 3-D Graphite & Muscle Weave Babolat RDC Ratings Score Grade Flex Rating 59 Range: 0-100 Swing Weight 315 Range: 200-400 Manueverability 77 A