Precise targeting meets plush feel
Wilson adds another chapter to the Clash 98 v2! Featuring the smallest head size in the Clash family, this stick delivers pinpoint targeting on full cuts. It also packs a 325+ swingweight, which provides the needed mass to get the ball moving through the court. In addition to updating this racquet with a 16x20 string pattern, Wilson reinforces the upper hoop to create a more solid and responsive hitting surface. As with the first generation of Clash racquets, the 98 v2 is defined by Wilson's innovative frame technology, originally called FreeFlex. Renamed FORTYFIVE, this patented frame technology enables the racquet to bend (and soften impact) across a wider geometry of stoke paths. The payoff is greater comfort when addressing the ball at extreme angles, a fact that makes the Clash very appealing to topspin players in search of a more tendon friendly option. Recommended to strong intermediates and advanced players.
Specifications
| Head Size: 98 in² / 632.26 cm² | ||||
| Length: 27in / 68.58cm | ||||
| Strung Weight: 11.5oz / 326g | ||||
| Balance: 12.5in / 31.75cm / 8 pts HL | ||||
| Swingweight: 327 | ||||
| Stiffness: 60 | ||||
| Beam Width: 24mm / 24mm / 24mm | ||||
| Composition: Graphite | ||||
| Power Level: Low-Medium | ||||
| Stroke Style: Medium-Full | ||||
| Swing Speed: Medium-Fast | ||||
| Racquet Colors: Red | ||||
| Grip Type: Wilson Pro Performance | ||||
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| String Tension: 50-60 pounds |
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Odd ExperienceI switched to the Clash in July and have gotten a lot of hours of hitting in. I came from the Pure Aero 2023, as I thought it might be good to have an arm friendly racquet. It took me a long time to get used to the unique feel and characteristics, but I finally did (probably 75+ hours of play). I would say if you don't want to commit to a long learning curve, try something else. The strangest part of all of this has been that I developed tennis elbow with this racquet, and thought it was something else, but as soon as I switched, my TE went away instantly, despite playing five days in a row, which I hadn't been able to do for months. I won't be going back, which is a bummer because I finally got used to it after a long time.
Clash is a GAME Changer!The Clash 98 is a real players' racquet! Long time Wilson player, but I had moved to the Yonex Ezone for the last three years. Just never had the same level of confidence with the Ezone. Play tested a few new racquets and made the switch to the Clash 98 and I just love this racquet. The power and accuracy is back and it is a total confidence booster in my shots!
Highly recommend a Play Test
Arm friendly!!!I teach full time and play a couple times per week. I am about to be 50yo. I have been playing since the age of 4yo. I started with a wooden Bancroft, Yonex, Dunlop Black Max, ProStaff, Burn, Blade. After three months of play with the Blade 98v7 16x19, I developed stinging medial epicondylitis (Golfer's elbow; tennis elbow on the inside of the elbow). After PT and rest I hit for about 30 seconds with the Blade and needed to stop. After hours of research about the best string type, string tension, frame weight, frame flexibility, etc., for tennis elbow, I demoed five boxes of racquets (some arm friendly, some not) over the course of three months. The Clash 98 is what I kept re-ordering, reaching for as soon as my arm felt sore. I bought one Clash and one other that was not arm friendly because I loooooooved it so much. I just sold the one I loooooved so much because I am just too old to heft around the weight and try to play again the next day and the day after that. I play full time now with the Clash 98. I just bought a second frame. I may buy a third, because it is so kind to my body. I am so grateful that Wilson makes this racquet because my elbow is better and continues to improve while I play with this Clash all week. It may just be the right the racquet for me, but for the many people around my age and even younger suffering from tennis elbow, I consistently recommend it and lend it out. A friend just bought her own and loves it.
Currently: String- Prince Premier Control 17 gauge; 47lbs
Past: Wilson Sensation 17gauge at 55-60lbs pending tension range the racquet for years.
I may be wrong about all of this, but whatever mixed up bunch of specs I have attained works so far:)
Good finesse racquetUsed to play singles and pounding groundstrokes. However, I realized that I needed to change up my game to beat 65+ age guys around here in doubles matches who play a different type of game. This racquet works well for this. Found that it works best with smooth easy strokes and not overly aggressive ones. Very consistent with flat and spin serves. It's very comfortable on the arm. I have mine strung with NRG2 and Tour Bite at 53/51 and this works for me.
Great RacquetLove the racquet. Which I would have had strung and ordered another one before the Wilson %25 percent deal was still on. Thanks TW. Always quick and flexible on returns if wrong item. Bought a lot of stuff from you.
Best Wilson RacketBest so far of the Wilson's I've had. Started on the Ultra 100, then Clash 100 Tour now this one, combined with Luxilon 1.27 Savage strings it performs effortlessly. Great control and power, have won 5 titles over the summer with it, am now at D1 college playing tennis.
Very creative racquet pt. 2I think what it is, is this…strings with too much ball pocketing get in the way. So a string that is comfortable and doesn't do a lot of pocketing might be the way to go….there's a lot of dwell time just with the racquet…working on it…stay tuned…
Very creative racquetI can be extremely creative with this racquet…the only problem is finding a string that lets the creativity of the racquet shine through. So far, the racquet and strings seem to compete to much…NXT 16, LXN Adrenaline 16L, RPM Blast 15L so far…up next are LXN element 1.25 and possibly Babolat Excel 16 blue…. needs a string that gets out of the way 100%, the racquet can do everything, with solid technique of course, without any help from the strings….Wilson might have to come up with a Clash string.
Not as good as ProStaff but acceptableLong time Pro Staff 90 player, then to RFA, then to ProStaff 97 (lighter than the RF signature). Tried the Clash 98, Head Prestige and Dunlop CX200. Clash the best of the bunch but will stay with the PS97. A bit too buttery and slightly too head heavy for me. Connection with the ball was better with the PS 97. Could not feel the weight difference given the PS 97 is more head light.
Wow!I don't think I could have asked for a better racquet…I don't know how they did it, 327 SW, 8pts HL, but only weighs 11.5 oz….some kinda magic with the beam width and distribution I guess. Not looking a gift horse in the mouth…I just have to get used to where the sweet spot is and it's all gravy after that. Couldn't stand the first version but this one is spot on for me. Nice updates, Wilson, thank you! I strung mine with NXT 16 at 50. Might try a mono later on, down around 45 or so, but maybe not because if it ain't broke don't fix it kinda thing!
Nice racquetEasy on the arm. Lovely feel when hitting at a medium pace. Easy access to depth and spin with moderate swing speed and lovely, soft feel at the net. When swinging with a faster swing speed, it became a bit more difficult to control the ball especially when attacking short balls (mine tended to go long).
Ultimately, for me (4.0 three times a week 59 yr old male player), I prefer the Blade line at this point as it gives me more ability to control pace. For someone who has moderate strokes with perhaps less than textbook fundamentals, this racquet can be a real asset when looking for consistent depth and striving to outlast your opponent from the baseline.
It was easier on the arm than some stiffer racquets even with a poly/multi hybrid string, however, this v.2 has moved up from a 55 stiffness to a 60 while the new Blade for example has come down to a 60 from a 62 or higher (depending on your version). So there are lots of aspects to consider. Definitely worth a try.
