{"product_id":"wilson-blade-98-v9-2024-refurbished-tennis-racket-1","title":"Wilson Blade 98 V9 (2024) Refurbished Tennis Racket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREFURBISHED FRAME\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshly strung \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh overgrip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrips Size 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame Grading: Good\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-information_title\"\u003eA sharper, more stable Blade ideal for avid players who want ultimate control and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info-main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-information_short-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-detail product-detail_overview\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description_content\"\u003eBuilding on nearly 20 years of dominance, Wilson's Blade performance rackets continue to be the preferred choice of avid competitors looking for ultimate control, feel and stability. The Blade 98 (16x19) V9 has a sharper, more stable response that produces a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Featuring a new Emerald Night matte finish, the V9 has a braided graphite + basalt frame with a DirectConnect carbon fiber handle for enhanced torsional stability. It also features an open string pattern with a more forgiving response, which delivers consistent, spin-friendly shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product-highlights_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Benefit: Feel and Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller Head: Enhances precision and provides crisp feeling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16x19 String Pattern: Open string pattern generates greater capacity for power and spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInnovations: Updated features and composition improve stability to produce a more connected-to-the-ball feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgrades: Latest bumper and grommet design is easier to apply, more durable, and fits the racket smoother\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Dynamic Emerald Night Green matte finish with pops of orange compliment the sharp responses of the frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Drilling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrommet Construction Provides A Consistent, More Forgiving String Bed Response While Dramatically Increasing The Sweet Spot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFORTYFIVE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatent-protected frame layup produces more connected-to-the-ball feel while better complementing the more modern, vertical swing path. Material increases both flexibility and stability without compromise through the swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBraided Graphite + Basalt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElastic and reactive material combination improves the flex of a racket to increase ball contact with the strings for enhanced feel and greater control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Grip Taper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTapered grip lends better feel for top-handed grip placement on two-handed backhand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirectConnect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon fiber handle extends to directly connect with end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStableFeel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new Blade technology that provides an enhanced, firmer feel that increases stability and creates a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Designed with avid players in mind, this \"sharper Blade\" is ideal for those seeking to improve their game.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWeight Unstrung (+\/- 5g) 305\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead Size in Sq. in 98\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBalance (+\/- 5mm) 330 mm (Head Light)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eString Pattern 16x19\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLength in inches 27 inches\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eStringing Tension Range 50-60 lbs\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wilson","offers":[{"title":"3","offer_id":55617043136888,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0002\/1872\/6462\/files\/C8698073-104E-40C7-AAF9-285E46FF166C.jpg?v=1785147439","url":"https:\/\/nickrivettsport.co.uk\/products\/wilson-blade-98-v9-2024-refurbished-tennis-racket-1","provider":"Nick Rivett Sport","version":"1.0","type":"link"}