Tennis Rackets Similar to the RF97

The RF97 is one of Wilson’s best selling tennis rackets as it is endorsed by the recently retired Roger Federer.

If you don’t want to go to the expense of buying an RF97 but would still like a frame with similar specs then this article will help you find the best alternatives.

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5 Tennis Rackets Similar to the RF97

Below we have compiled a list of the most popular rackets that are similar to the RF97 so that you can find the best alternative for you.

1. Babolat Pure Strike Tour

Although Babolat is better known for its tweener rackets, the Pure Strike range is their attempt at developing more a control-focused racket with the Babolat Pure Strike Tour being the most similar to the RF97.

The Babolat Pure Strike Tour has the same length (27in), string pattern (16×19), and the exact same swing weight as the RF97 (333g).

The frames also have a similar head light balance so this combined with the identical swing weight will mean that the two rackets will feel very similar to play with.

The main differences are a lower strung weight and stiffness rating as well as a slightly bigger head size (98in vs 97in) which should mean the sweet spot of the Pure Strike will be slightly bigger.

Babolat Pure Strike Tour vs RF97 – Specs

Babolat Pure Strike Tour	VS	RF97
V3	Version:	V13
	Design:
98in	Head Size:	97in
27in	Length:	27in
340g (12.0oz)	Strung Weight:	357g (12.5oz)
333g	Swingweight:	333g
6 pts HL	Balance:	7 pts HL
65 RA	Stiffness:	68 RA
21mm / 23mm / 21mm	Beam Width:	21.5mm
Graphite	Composition:	Braided Graphite
White/Coral	Colors:	Black
16 Mains / 19 Crosses	String Pattern:	16 Mains / 19 Crosses
50-59lbs	String Tension Range:	50-60lbs
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2. Volkl C10 Pro

Volkl may be better known in tennis circles for their range of tennis strings but they also have a wide range of quality frames, with the Volkl C10 Pro being the racket that is most similar to Roger’s racket.

The Volkl C10 Pro has the same length (27in) and string pattern (16×19) as Roger’s racket as well as having a very similar swing weight and head light balance.

In terms of differences, the C10 Pro has a bigger head size but has a lower strung weight and stiffness rating.

The C10 Pro also has a much thinner beam width, which usually means that it will have more control but less power than frames with a thicker beam.

Volkl C10 Pro vs RF97 – Specs

Volkl C10 Pro	VS	RF97
C10	Version:	V13
	Design:
98in	Head Size:	97in
27in	Length:	27in
349g (12.3oz)	Strung Weight:	357g (12.5oz)
330g	Swingweight:	333g
8 pts HL	Balance:	7 pts HL
64	Stiffness:	68
20mm	Beam Width:	21.5mm
Graphite	Composition:	Braided Graphite
Yellow and Black	Colors:	Black
16 Mains / 19 Crosses	String Pattern:	16 Mains / 19 Crosses
50-60lbs	String Tension Range:	50-60lbs
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3. ProKennex Ki Q+ Tour Pro 325

The Ki Q+ Tour Pro 325 is a control racket that is aimed at more advanced players as you need to be able to generate your own power as you won’t get much help from the racket itself.

The similarities between the Ki Q+ Tour Pro 325 and the RF97 include having the same length (27in) and a 7pts HL balance.

The two frames also have very similar swing weights at 331g for the Tour Pro 325 and 333g for the RF97.

The main differences between the two frames include the Tour Pro 325 having a bigger head size and an 18×20 string pattern in comparison to the 16×19 string pattern of the RF97.

18×20 string patterns generally mean that you will have more control but less power.

Ki Q+ Tour Pro 325 vs RF97

Tour Pro 325	VS	RF97
325	Version:	V13
	Design:
98in	Head Size:	97in
27in	Length:	27in
343g (12.1oz)	Strung Weight:	357g (12.5oz)
331g	Swingweight:	333g
7 pts HL	Balance:	7 pts HL
62 RA	Stiffness:	68 RA
20.3mm	Beam Width:	21.5mm
High Modulus Graphite/SpiralTech Carbon	Composition:	Braided Graphite
Green and Black	Colors:	Black
18 Mains / 20 Crosses	String Pattern:	16 Mains / 19 Crosses
50-65lbs	String Tension Range:	50-60lbs
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4. Head Pro Tour 2.0

The second last racket on our list is the Head Pro Tour 2.0 which has a 97.6 inch head size and is produced by Head and is aimed at advanced players who are looking for the maximum amount of control and feel from the frame.

The Tour 2.0 has the same length as the RF97 and has a similar swing weight at 335g versus 333g for the RF97.

The Tour 2.0 also has a similar head light balance.

The main differences between the two frames are the head size (97.6in vs 97in), strung weight (343g vs 357g), and beam width (20.0mm vs 21.5mm).

The Tour 2.0 also has an 18×20 string pattern and a lower stiffness rating.

Tour 2.0 vs RF97

Tour 2.0	VS	RF97
V2.0	Version:	V13
	Design:
97.6in	Head Size:	97in
27in	Length:	27in
343g (12.1oz)	Strung Weight:	357g (12.5oz)
335g	Swingweight:	333g
6 pts HL	Balance:	7 pts HL
65 RA	Stiffness:	68 RA
20.0mm	Beam Width:	21.5mm
Graphite	Composition:	Braided Graphite
Blue and Black	Colors:	Black
18 Mains / 20 Crosses	String Pattern:	16 Mains / 19 Crosses
50-60lbs	String Tension Range:	50-60lbs
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5. Yonex VCORE Pro 97 330

The Yonex VCORE Pro 97 330 is probably the closest tennis racket to the RF97 on this list in terms of specs and playability.

This is no surprise as it was designed to fit the playing style of Stan Wawrinka who is a player that shares many similarities with Federer .i.e a one handed backhand, powerful forehand, and a great serve.

Both rackets have a 97in head size, 27in length, 16 x 19 string pattern, and a 7 pts head light balance.

The frames also have similar strung and swing weights with only a few grams in the difference.

The one major difference is in the beam width with the VCORE Pro 97 330 being 1.5 inches thinner than the RF97.

The VCORE Pro 97 is also less stiff than the RF97 with a stiffness rating of 65 compared to the RF97 which has a stiffness rating of 68.

Yonex VCORE Pro 97 330 vs RF97