Yonex VCore 98 Gen. 8 (305g) (Ruby Red)

Yonex is always making great racquets better.  The new VCore 98 Gen. 8  model is no exception.  More feel, more precision, and more spin gets you more wins.  And, now with more aesthetic appeal.  How did they do it?

Isometric- Developed over 30 years ago, the ISOMETRIC™ design increases the sweet spot by 7%*. Compared to a conventional round frame, a square-shaped ISOMETRIC™ racquet generates a larger sweet spot by optimizing the intersection of the main and cross strings.
ISOMETRIC™ technology delivers greater control without sacrificing power.

Aero Trench- To achieve faster head speeds for increased spin potential, the new Aero Trench reduces drag by uniquely hiding the grommets located at the top of the racquet frame.

Liner Tech- Newly engineered straight hole grommets allow more string movement on off-centered shots resulting in more spin and control.

VDM (Vibration Dampening Mesh)- First used in our snowboards to reduce vibrations at impact, Vibration Dampening Mesh (VDM) is now used in four of our racquet series. VDM is a stretchy mesh material that is wrapped around the graphite within the grip to filter unwanted vibrations and improve touch and precision.

2G-NAMD™ FLEX FORCE- Aggressive, attacking spin for pinpoint control is achieved through a carbon nanotube structure that binds the graphite fibers together, which reduces energy loss. Due to its resilient properties, the material flexes and provides quick snapback.  

Namd™  is technology developed by Nitta Co., Ltd. to uniformly disperse carbon nanotubes in carbon fiber composites.

Servo Filter- A transparent and elastic film placed between graphite layers helps bond the layers while maintaining its elastic characteristics even after the molding process. This unique film absorbs unwanted vibrations, provides fine-tuned flex and snapback to each shot,delivering precise sensory feedback from the ball to the hand.

SERVO FILTER is a vibration-absorbing film developed by the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, which has high bonding properties with graphite and excels in both flexibility and durability

Specifications:

Headsize- 98 s.i.

Weight- 305 g / 10.8 oz (unstrung)

Length- 27 in.

Balance- 315 (unstrung)

Beam- 23mm / 23.5mm / 22mm

String Pattern- 16 x 19

Ray's assessment- This is one of the best frames for an intermediate advanced player.  The VCore 98 Gen.8 has it all: access to spin, good precision, solid feel, and a little pop for the big serve.  You have waited years to be good enough for a racquet like this.  You are ready to start separating yourself from the other local hitters and take a spot at the top of your section.  You might already have a promising college career ahead of you.  Swing for the fences and know this racquet is gonna provide some sweet spin.  Use Yonex PolyTour Rev as a whole set or blend it with Tecnifibre Razor Soft in the crosses for a little more pocketing.  If you used the Gen. 7 model, you will find the v8 a little softer with a a bit more pocketing.  This racquet provides a little more touch and whip.  So, go out and get that kick serve and drop shot working in a way you never thought possible.