Yonex adds a new member to its most storied control franchise
Introducing the Yonex Percept 100D! With this racquet, Yonex adds a new member to its most storied control franchise. In addition to being a tad more powerful and forgiving than the Percept 97's, the 100D packs a tight 18x19 string pattern, giving it a wonderfully precise and predictable trajectory on full cuts. It also packs a sub-320 swingweight, making it easier to whip up spin from the backcourt or react quickly at net. Notable features include an elongated shaft to enhance pocketing, flexibility and control, along with a stiffer racquet face for extra stability and power. To help with comfort, Yonex adds a Servo Filter, which utilizes a thin elastic layer in the shaft to filter out harsh vibrations. To further enhance feel, this racquet's graphite layup is enhanced by 2G-NAMD Flex Force, a material technology that enables the frame to flex optimally upon impact. Ultimately, with this addition to the Percept line, Yonex has delivered an impressive combination of speed, precision and feel to intermediate and advanced players.
Specifications
| Head Size: 100 in² / 645.16 cm² | ||||
| Length: 27in / 68.58cm | ||||
| Strung Weight: 11.3oz / 320g | ||||
| Balance: 12.79in / 32.49cm / 6 pts HL | ||||
| Swingweight: 318 | ||||
| Stiffness: 66 | ||||
| Beam Width: 23mm / 23mm / 23mm | ||||
| Composition: NAMD-2G/H.M.Graphite | ||||
| Power Level: Low-Medium | ||||
| Stroke Style: Medium-Full | ||||
| Swing Speed: Medium-Fast | ||||
| Racquet Colors: Mint | ||||
| Grip Type: Yonex Synthetic | ||||
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| String Tension: 45-60 pounds |
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AmazingThe Yonex 100D is an outstanding racquet with fantastic ball control and an exceptionally good feel. I've played with several racquets, and my last one was the HEAD BOOM PRO, which is a great racquet but quite different from the Yonex. While I initially described the Yonex 100D as "stiffer," what I really meant is that it's more responsive and provides better results between the intention and the result of your shots. It's also incredibly comfortable, with excellent performance on both serves and returns. With a bit more practice and usage, I believe this racquet can truly become a very, very powerful weapon on the court.
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FinallyI have been looking for a new racquet for over a year. I have hit with many of the top frames looking for the one that fits my style of play. I’m a 4.0+ doubles player and a solid 4.0 singles players. I like to play an all court game finishing at the net when I can. I demoed the new Blade 100, Yonex Ezone 100, and 98. I also liked the Dunlop CX 400 Tour a lot. Others I’ve tried were the Prince Textreme Tour 310 and the Head Speed Pro 18x20. After all that and a great deal of harassment from my friends I settled on the 100D. To me it felt like the Goldilocks of them all. It has the control I love, I don’t out hit very many players. It has the stability to handle heavy hitters, the touch that frustrates others, and enough power to move people around but not over hit. I strung one with a full bed of PolyTour Air at 50 pounds and the other with PolyTour Air, mains and Head Velocity MLT, crosses, 50 by 53. The Hybrid is my favorite due to some elbow issues that prompted this long search. The elbow is feeling better and my game is improving.
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Do-all modern monster!Didn't think much of it when I first picked it up but with tighter stringjob (K-Pro at 59 pounds) and a few grams of lead (3 grams of lead total at 3+9+12) this thing turned into a total monster. Easy to play with due to large, consistent stringbed with a lots of POP, but unlike stiffer Pure Aero RAFA this is a much more controlled frame that will let you go for huge spin OR flatten out without fear of over-hitting. Blade 98 V8 is comparably anemic and small feeling in the upper stringbed, so while the frame feels a bit more precise it's not actually more consistent. With the 100D I can keep the point going all day until I'm ready to pull the trigger. The stock 100D feel is okay, middle ground between classic and modern. But with just a bit of lead stability went up along with feel, comfort and confidence on slices and volleys - the POP you get here is addicting.
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Fantastic racquet, best of the lineupLifelong Blade/Blade Pro user since 2008. Getting to the age where I need a bit more forgiveness. Racquet feels unbelievable from the first hit, a very easy transition from any 18x20 players racquet, wouldn't even know it was an 18x19. Great feel and excels at shots on the run. I agree that the racquet may feel slightly under-powered and a perfect platform racquet for some lead, however I have not done so since I really have no issues with it. Currently 11.5 UTR, strung with Luxilon ALU Power at 58 pounds.
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GREAT RacquetPerfect control and power. I tuned the racquet with one gram of lead tape at 12 and three grams of silicon in the handle.
Percept 100 D vs RS305Percept 100D vs. TF RS 305
Pro:
Higher lunch angles
Easy depth to achieve
More spin
Con:
anemic and needs weight
Fix by: Adding wt with 0.5 g at 3,9,10,11,12 and 2x0.25 g at top shaft.
Slices are floaty at times
Enigmatic comes to mind..Of the Percept line, the 100D stood out as the most intriguing of the series for several reasons. Mainly it being the new kid on the block with a compelling 18x19 string pattern as well as its 305g unstrung weight. Looking at it on paper, the first question I had was “who is the target audience Yonex had in mind for this frame?” I think I may have an idea but after a couple playtest sessions, I still have more questions than answers.
When first picking up the frame one can’t help but think “old school control”, given its straight beam width, dense string pattern, and moderately head light balance. It’s that AND SOME. As I’ve been using the ‘19 & ‘21 VCP 97H and more recently 97D, the first time hitting with the 100D was an eye opener. It’s FIRM! With a 66 RA stiffness rating, that is 2 points more than the previous VCP 100. Couple that with its 23mm beam width compared to the 97’s 21mm, it’s a different animal altogether. As compared to the 100 16x19, the launch angle is appreciably lower and though access to spin is there, I found I had to make a real conscious effort to do so initially so not as seamless as I would’ve hoped. That said, it has exceptional directional control both off the ground and on serves so more of a precision tool with a bit of a punch to it. Where this racket really shined for me was up at net! Volleys felt near effortless. Even in stock form, it felt plenty stable and I felt a sense of command over the ball I hadn’t experienced in a very long time! Even dipping shoelace volleys were not only made but had something behind the shot. Returns also felt precise when solid contact was made, almost similar to say a Speed Pro minus the bulk in weight.
In the end, I came away a bit perplexed but also pleasantly surprised. If you’re looking for a spin friendly control racket, this isn’t it. I got the sense this would best suit s more seasoned player who plays more doubles than singles. The 305g weight does allow for customization so that may be in the works, next go around. But at its face, the Percept 100D is far more than what it seems. It’s certainly worth a try but again, be prepared to walk off the court scratching your head a little, but in a good way!
