Babolat '09 Pure Drive GT Tennis Racquet

by Babolat

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Product Description

Product Description

GT Technology is a hybrid material that combines braided carbon fibers and tungsten filaments, which can be found throughout the entire Babolat Pure Drive GT racquet. This strengthens the frame to reduce torque and provides additional energy recovery for more power. Head size: 100 sq. in., Weight: 10.6 oz., Length: 27 in., Balance point: 7 pts. HL, Composition: Graphite/Tungsten, Stiffness: 72 ra, Grip: Syntec. 101077

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• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0028ZKDTS
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #55,173 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A lighter, yet inspired design!, September 24, 2009

By	Tigerbalm (Renton, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Babolat '09 Pure Drive GT Tennis Racquet (Misc.)

My first thought of the new 2009 Babolat Pure Drive GT series was, "Wow, the coolest looking racquet I've ever seen!" The vivid sky blue color and white stripes reminded me of racing stripes on fast performance cars. My eyes could not help but stare at such a beautiful design. I've been playing with my trusty Prince Graphite 90 for so many years and have never felt comfortable with any of the new models...until now. I have played with the Roddick GT, the heavier version, and will be replacing my Prince soon.

This GT is the little brother of the Roddick GT, and mainly because it is a lighter model. Although too light for my style, it is a very capable stick for players preferring the lighter weight. This new version is so much improved from last year's model in every way! Most noticeable is the better feel. It is surprisingly solid for backhand slices and volleys, much easier than my Prince Graphite. The 100 sq in really created a big sweet-spot, enabling me to hit winners on the run! Don't let the big head size fool you. It's stable and maneuverable for volleys as well as accurate ground-strokes. With better strings, it will play even better than the demo set-up I tried (which is usually cheap strings at lower tension than it should be). This is one of the rare models that I felt totally comfortable hitting with! And strangely, it makes you feel like you're driving an exotic sports car with a cool paint job!

Now I have to point out a few negatives as far as my playing style is concerned. Keep in mind that I am a more advanced player with a lot of power. I like the Roddick GT more due to the heavier weight. This Pure Drive GT felt a bit light and my shots did not have the punch of the Roddick GT. Also, it did not feel as solid. Vibration control was excellent due to the dampening technology in the design yet still maintained a lot of feel. So many racquets today have lost that "feel" due to over-engineering! This year's Pure Drive series are simply amazing in how they've managed to balance the power and feel. Yes, you DO have to put a little more topspin and have a fast stroke to keep it in the court...but if you do, this GT is a serious weapon! I've never been so confident in hitting winners from the baseline until trying the 2 GT models. The Roddick GT is more powerful and geared towards the stronger players, but the Pure Drive GT version will be an effective stick for many players. It's my favorite all-around racquet pick for 2009, providing the versatility of powerful ground-strokes and serves, stable volleying, and great looks.

5.0 out of 5 stars Babolat, February 21, 2010

By	N. Allred (Utah) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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This review is from: Babolat '09 Pure Drive GT Tennis Racquet (Misc.)

The racquet came in a timely manner. Everything that I wanted in the racquet and aat a great price.

5.0 out of 5 stars Babolat- Pure Drive GT, September 4, 2009

By	Mr. Daniel J. Delise III (California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Babolat '09 Pure Drive GT Tennis Racquet (Misc.)

The previous Pure Drive is a great hitting racquet, but this new "GT" is even better. Produces a little more power & better top spin. Great job.....BABOLAT!!!

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