If you know the story behind YONEX’s beginnings, you know their rackets are some of the most technologically advanced money can buy.
It starts with founder Minoru Yoneyama, a producer of wooden floats for fishing nets, who, frustrated at being put out of business by modern, plastic floats, vowed to chase innovation at every opportunity, whatever industry he would go into next.
Thankfully for the tennis world, he chose rackets. Utilising his expertise in engineering and equipment bequeathed by his late father, in 1957 he set about making frames worthy of Japan’s history of craftsmanship. First wooden badminton rackets, and then, in 1969, the T-7000 – an aluminium tennis racket that proved immensely popular in both Japan and the West.
Suddenly a global brand, Yoneyama Racquets, as they were known, needed a more approachable name for international markets, and YONEX won the day. They would, though, preserve a little of Yoneyama by way of the iconic “YY” logo, which remains an instantly recognisable mark of quality.
In the following years, YONEX developed tech such as the stabilising Oval Pressed Shaft and sweetspot-enlarging ISOMETRIC head shape, which are just a couple of the innovations that continue to give their rackets an advantage over the competition.
Their rackets have been used by the likes of Billie Jean King, Martina Navratilova, Monica Seles, Martin Hingis, and Lleyton Hewitt, while modern-day endorsees include Naomi Osaka, Stan Wawrinka, Nick Kyrgios, Denis Shapovalov, Casper Ruud, Angelique Kerber, and Frances Tiafoe. That’s a lot of big names!
As for types of racket, it’s simple: there’s the EZONE for power, the VCORE for spin, and the VCORE PRO for control. All available in a range of weights and sizes, with juniors catered for too. Minoru vowed he would never again be left behind by his rivals, now it’s your turn to pick up a YONEX racket and make the same promise.
Put Your Spin On It
Yonex's most popular racket returns in a new calm Sand/Beige colourway! Featuring the same Vcore racket technology you know and love in a striking new design.
Yonex Vcore 100L Tennis Racket (Unstrung)
Show your artistry on court with the YONEX VCORE 100L (Unstrung) in Sand, the seventh generation of the spin-focused series.
Redesigned to produce even more spin, the latest VCORE opens up new angles of attack, giving you greater opportunity for creative play that puts your opponent on the back foot.
At the top of the frame, a wider version of YONEX’s traditional ISOMETRIC shape creates a larger contact area, allowing increased string flexion and producing a higher ball trajectory. Combined with Silicone Oil Infused grommets, which reduce friction with the strings by 26%, the new setup gives a seriously snappy feel to your shots and huge spin potential.
To help you rip through the ball, half a millimetre has been shaved off the beam at the top of the frame to minimise air resistance, while the throat has also been reshaped for extra stability to make sure those viciously dipping winners drop inside the line.
Weighing in at 280g with a 16/19 string pattern, the VCORE 100L is ideal for players of all levels looking to add more spin to their game, with the larger headsize and thicker beam offering built-in power and the lightweight frame allowing easy manoeuvrability.
Redesigned to produce even more spin, the latest VCORE opens up new angles of attack, giving you greater opportunity for creative play that puts your opponent on the back foot.
At the top of the frame, a wider version of YONEX’s traditional ISOMETRIC shape creates a larger contact area, allowing increased string flexion and producing a higher ball trajectory. Combined with Silicone Oil Infused grommets, which reduce friction with the strings by 26%, the new setup gives a seriously snappy feel to your shots and huge spin potential.
To help you rip through the ball, half a millimetre has been shaved off the beam at the top of the frame to minimise air resistance, while the throat has also been reshaped for extra stability to make sure those viciously dipping winners drop inside the line.
Weighing in at 280g with a 16/19 string pattern, the VCORE 100L is ideal for players of all levels looking to add more spin to their game, with the larger headsize and thicker beam offering built-in power and the lightweight frame allowing easy manoeuvrability.
YONEX
Control Racket
Control rackets usually have closed string patterns – essentially, more strings per area – to increase ball contact and give you more control over your shots. They tend to have thinner beams to allow more flex and often utilise material technologies to make you feel more connected to the ball.
Spin Racket
Spin rackets typically have open string patterns – fewer strings with more space between them – to allow the strings more “bite” on the ball and make it easier to produce spin. They often have specially designed grommets that increase the effect, along with aerodynamic frames for faster racket speed through the air.
Features
• VCORE range endorsed by Denis Shapovalov and Caroline Garcia
• Headsize: 100 sq. in.
• Weight: 280g / 9.9oz
• Grip Size: 0-4
• Length: 27 in.
• Width Range: 25.3 – 25.3 - 22mm
• Balance Point: 330mm
• Material: H.M. Graphite, 2G-NAMD Flex Force, Vibration Dampening Mesh
• Colour: Scarlet
• Stringing Pattern: 16x19
• Stringing Advice: 40-55lbs
• Racket ships unstrung
Additional Information
- Quick Ref: 1022713
- Man. Ref: Vcore100L-Sand
Choosing the Right Grip Size for your Tennis Racket
One often overlooked, but crucial, aspect when selecting a tennis racket is the grip size. The grip size is the measurement around the handle's circumference, and choosing the right one can significantly impact your comfort, control, and potential to prevent injury. This article will guide you through the process of selecting the right tennis racket grip size.
Importance of Choosing the Right Grip Size
A correctly sized tennis grip ensures you have optimal control over your racket and helps prevent injuries. Too small a grip may cause your hand to shift during play, reducing accuracy and increasing the risk of developing tennis elbow due to overuse of the forearm muscles. Conversely, a grip that's too large can make the racket hard to turn and manipulate, and it could also lead to hand, wrist, or shoulder injuries due to overgripping.
Measuring Your Grip Size
There are two common methods to measure your grip size:
- The Ruler Method: Open your dominant hand and extend your fingers. Align a ruler with the bottom lateral crease of your palm, measuring to the tip of your ring finger. The measurement in inches correlates with your grip size.
- The Finder Test: Hold the racket with a standard Eastern forehand grip, where the base knuckle of your index finger is on bevel #3. You should be able to fit the index finger of your other hand in the space between your ring finger and the palm that's gripping the racket. If there's not enough room for your finger, the grip is too small. If there's too much space, the grip is too large.
Grip Sizes: U.S. vs. European
In the U.S., grip sizes range from 4 inches to 4 ¾ inches, increasing in increments of 1/8 inch. European grip sizes use a different naming system, L0 to L5, each correlating to their U.S. counterparts as follows:
| European Grip Size | US Grip Size |
|---|---|
| L0 or G0 | 4 Inches |
| L1 or G1 | 4 1/8 inches |
| L2 or G2 | 4 1/4 inches |
| L3 or G3 | 4 3/8 inches |
| L4 or G4 | 4 1/2 inches |
| L5 or G5 | 4 5/8 inches |
Choosing the Right Grip Size
When choosing the right grip size, consider the following points:
- Go for the smaller size if you're in between: It's easier to increase the size of a grip than decrease it. You can always add an overgrip (which usually adds about 1/16 inch) to a smaller handle to increase its size, but shaving down a larger handle is not recommended as it can compromise the racket's structural integrity.
- Consider your style of play: Players who rely on spin might prefer a smaller grip size, which allows for more wrist action. In contrast, players seeking control may benefit from a larger grip size.
- Test it out: If possible, try before you buy. Visit a local sports store, hold the racket, and mimic your swing to see how it feels. Remember that comfort is key - if it doesn't feel right, it probably isn't.
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