If you're strong enough to handle this racket, the payoff in power is huge. The Wilson Pro Staff 97 V14 is a precision-oriented racket ideal for advanced players. Slightly lighter than the Pro Staff RF 97, it still has a high weight that's concentrated in the handle. Designed with Paradigm Bending technology to optimize the bending profile between the shaft and hoop, this racket offers precision and pinpoint control. We arranged the double braid at 45-degree angles, allowing the frame to breathe more upon impact. This increases dwell time while maintaining the stability responsible for the classic Pro Staff feel. Pro Staff Benefit: Classic Precision Smaller Head: Enhances precision and provides crisp feeling 16x19 String Pattern: Open string pattern generates greater capacity for power and spin Heavier Version: Increased racket weight is more difficult to swing, yet it offers great precision and feel Composition: Unique construction increases racket stability and pocketing feel Design: Desert Bronze appearance combines the classic, elegant persona of the Pro Staff franchise with modern innovation Paradigm Bending A carbon fibre construction strategically crafted to optimize the bending profile of the racket hoop and shaft. This construction shifts more flexibility into the shaft for an ideal blend of classic Pro Staff feel and precision without compromising modern power. String Mapping Strings sit closer together, yielding a denser string bed for excellent precision and feel. Braid 45 Frame construction arranges the double braided fibres at 45 degree angles, allowing the braid to breathe more upon impact. The result is an enhanced pocketing feel combined with incredible stability. Ergonomic End Cap Ergonomic End Cap yields improved comfort and playability. Specifications Head (sq cm) 626 Head (sq in) 97 Length (cm) 68.58 Length (in) 27 String Pattern 16X19 Strung balance (cm) 32.0 Strung balance (pts) -7 Strung weight (grams) 330 Strung weight (ounces) 11.64 Taper System (mm) 21.5 FB Unstrung balance (cm) 31.0 Unstrung balance (pts) -10 Unstrung weight (grams) 315 Unstrung weight (ounces) 11.11 Wilson Pro Staff 97 V14 Tennis Racket