290 g and 104 sq in: a current Blade option to compare if you want an all-court balance of depth and control.
The Tennis Shop editorial · Manufacturer specification source checked 7 October 2026
Who should demo it?
Demo the Blade 104 if you want an all-court balance of depth and control. Keep the strings and grip setup close to your current racket so you are comparing the frame, not a completely different setup.
What to watch for
Check that any extra depth or spin remains predictable when you accelerate. A specification advantage is not a guarantee that you will play better. The extended length also needs a separate check on serves, returns and quick exchanges.
A useful on-court test
Use comparable strings, tension and grip size. Test rally depth, firm returns, second serves and quick exchanges, then finish with points after at least 30 minutes. Take your current racket as the baseline.
Match the exact generation, grip size and stringing status. For an unstrung frame, add the string set, labour and delivery before comparing the ready-to-play cost.