Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10 vs Wilson Clash 100 Pro V3
Specs, character and prices of both rackets side by side. The main differences are summed up below.
Specs
Weight· Same
305 g
305 g
Head
98 in²
100 in²
Stiffness
61 RA
57 RA
Strings
18×20
16×20
Length· Same
27 in
27 in
Balance
320 mm
310 mm
Swingweight
325 kg·cm²
327 kg·cm²
Level
Intermediate / Advanced
Advanced
Price
19,989.9 TL
17,699.9 TL
Key differences
Weight
They weigh almost the same: 305 g and 305 g.
Stiffness
4 RA difference
Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10
61 RA
- Plus: Returns more power for the same swing
- Minus: Passes on more vibration, harder on the arm
Wilson Clash 100 Pro V3
57 RA
- Plus: Passes on less vibration, kinder to the arm
- Minus: Returns less power for the same swing
String pattern
Open against dense
Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10
18×20
- Plus: More controlled, strings last longer
- Minus: Less spin and power
Wilson Clash 100 Pro V3
16×20
- Plus: More spin and power
- Minus: Less controlled, strings wear out sooner
Balance
10 mm difference
Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10
320 mm
- Plus: Weight in the head, gives more power
- Minus: Less quick at the net and on defence
Wilson Clash 100 Pro V3
310 mm
- Plus: More head light: quicker at the net and on defence
- Minus: Less power from the head
Price
In Turkish shops
Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10
19,989.9 TL
- Minus: More expensive
Wilson Clash 100 Pro V3
17,699.9 TL
- Plus: Cheaper
Frequently asked questions
- Which one is more arm friendly?
- The Wilson Clash 100 Pro V3 has a softer frame (57 RA against 61 RA). If you have tennis elbow or shoulder pain, a softer frame is usually the better choice.
- Which one is cheaper?
- In Turkish shops the Wilson Clash 100 Pro V3 sells for 17,699.9 TL and the Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10 for 19,989.9 TL. Prices belong to the shops and may change.
- Which level does each one suit?
- Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10: Intermediate, Advanced. Wilson Clash 100 Pro V3: Advanced.