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| Wilson Prostaff 5.0 MP |
Still, it is very head-light, and a serve-and-volley weapon. If I'm in a mood to take no prisoners, (and I think my shoulder can stand the strain!) this is the racquet I turn to.
It has quite a dense pattern (16x20) so I like to use a textured string like Topspin to stop the ball sliding off the strings so much, but its very consistent. Just point it, and if you have the muscle, it'll go there.
Mine was very battered when I bought it, but it's as tough as hell. I quite like the appearance -all business.
( update Nov 2012 )
I've just acquired another PS5. This one is strung with Bab Pro Hurricane Tour; My previous one was strung with Prince Topspin 60-62lb, probably a bit less now and is a bit of a board, but good control.
The new one has more feel but seems to trampoline in the centre a bit (e.g. low defensive volleys are hard to control) - so obviously it is overly simplistic to assume polys have less power than nylon. What to do? I have a whole bunch of Trevira Polystar which has more snap than the Pro Supex I have in my Yonex RDX500, and find a bit soft. So maybe I'll try a hybrid with the Polystar. I hate that Pro Supex, I prefer a soft frame to soft strings.
update (2013)
ok, it sorta works; I tried Polystar crosses at 54, Extreme mains at 58 - the pro shop said the poly would cut the nylon, and they are right, and when they go, I'll try Polystar at 60 mains 56 crosses. I now prefer this to my other all-nylon one, but they are both still great sticks as long as you don't string them too loose, when they get away on you a bit.
Just put a nice hybrid set up in my HPS 5.0, it hits like a beast but also has lovely feel and control. Am using NXT Control with syn gut 17. Slice backhand is incredible, as is one handed BH, forehand rips nicely too... thx, enjoying your racquet reviews
ReplyDeletethanks for your string recommendation Simon, as these racquets are very sensitive to different combinations, appreciate the feedback.
ReplyDeleteI am now mainly using my Yonex RDX500; I'm a bit sad about that, as my serve has lost a bit of power, but my old shoulder was crying "enough!" and I must admit I haven't had nearly the problems with it since.
For someone younger and/or stronger, the PS5.0 is still a great weapon.