The previous Blade 98, for players with full, confident swings.
Consider it if you make your own pace and want to see how your placement holds up with a smaller head.
It’s less forgiving when you’re late or off-centre. If keeping the ball deep takes too much effort, try a 100 sq in frame.
Facts and their source states. They do not predict exactly how this racket will feel to you.
Superseded by v10 on this site for current-generation buyers. Specs not rechecked in this update.
Frame quotes are dated observations. Add strings, labour and delivery where required.
| Retailer | Frame | Strings | Delivery | Total | Stock | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennis-Point | £147.90 | unstrung | Not recorded | Needs full quote | yes | 2026-10-06 |
Editorial shortlist based on published frame class and weight; compare on court.
The Pure Drive with a smaller 98 sq in head, for players who make their own pace.
£174.90Tennis-Point · unstrung · checked 2026-10-06Trade-off: The smaller head asks for cleaner contact. And at 305 g it’s actually heavier than the standard Pure Drive, not lighter.
A 305 g Blade for players who prioritise placement and make their own pace.
£179.90Tennis-Point · unstrung · checked 2026-10-06Trade-off: The 98 sq in head asks for clean contact. Stretched wide or late on a quick return, there’s less frame to bail you out. The Blade 100 gives you a little more room.
A heavy, small-headed racket: 315 g with a 97 sq in head.
£134.90Tennis-Point · unstrung · checked 2026-10-06Trade-off: The weight and small head make rushed shots hard work. If you want easy handling, look elsewhere.
Use the manufacturer range above where it is published. Agree the material, thickness and starting tension with your stringer; there is no universal setup for this frame.
Start with your string problem →Check bumper, hoop, throat, grommets and grip. Structural doubt overrides a cosmetic grade. Include replacement parts and a restring in the total.
Check a used listing →These are other reviewers’ findings, not our own play tests. Their strings, tension and playing style may differ from yours.
A refined control frame with better stability and depth than the v8, but it demands good footwork.
Suits: Players with solid footwork and strokes, who are comfortable using a demanding racket.
Summarised from reviews by Tennis Warehouse and Perfect Tennis, read October 2026.
Exact model reference ↗ · source checked 2026-09-25