ProKennex Ki 15 (260g) Racket
Series: Ki
$189.95
As the lightest Ki 15 model, this ultra arm-friendly racket is perfect for rising beginners and early intermediate players
Frame specs
| Head Size | 105in² |
| String Pattern | 16x19 |
| Length | 27.5in / 69.85cm |
| Strung Weight | 9.6oz / 272g |
| Balance | 13.7in / 34.8cm / 0 pts EB |
| Swingweight | 320 |
| Stiffness | 70 |
| Beam Width | 25mm / 24.5mm / 23mm |
| Composition | SpiralTech Carbon Graphite |
| Power Level | Medium |
| Stroke Style | Medium |
| Swing Speed | Medium-Fast |
| Racket Colors | Blue |
| Grip Type | ProKennex Synthetic |
| String Pattern Detail | 16 Mains / 19 Crosses |
| String Tension | 50-65 pounds |
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What players say
Coverage of this exact 260g/105 sq in Ki 15 is thin, limited to Tennis Warehouse's staff playtest and a handful of customer reviews rather than YouTube or forum playtests. The owners who weigh in are consistently positive, repeatedly praising the arm-friendly feel and shock absorption, with several specifically crediting it with letting them keep playing through hand or wrist injuries and tennis elbow.
Best for
- Players recovering from hand, wrist, or arm injuries
- Players with tennis elbow seeking a pain-free frame
- Rising beginners and early intermediates wanting a light, forgiving stick
- Older players moving down in weight from a heavier ProKennex frame
Pros
- Owners repeatedly describe it as very arm friendly, including players recovering from hand surgery or tennis elbow who couldn't play with other brands
- Shock absorption stands out; one reviewer said off-center hits don't send vibration up the arm and they skip a dampener
- Light swingweight and big 105 sq in head make it easy to find the sweet spot and still get pop
- TW's playtest team found it comfortable and powerful off the ground, user-friendly at net, and capable of easier net clearance on serve from the 27.5in length
Cons
- Independent written and video reviews are essentially nonexistent outside of Tennis Warehouse's own pages, so the sample of voices is small
- One owner moving from the Q30 says they're now looking for more control, suggesting the frame leans toward power/comfort over precision
- Very light, arm-friendly profile means better players may find it lacks the stability and control of denser, heavier frames
Voices
— Rolmy, TW customer review (Ontario, Canada), Web
Really enjoy playing with this very light but powerful racquet and arm friendly too.
— Emma, TW customer review (Puerto Rico), Web
I've had five hand surgeries because of an accident and thought I was never going to be able to play again. Thanks to this brand was able to start.
— Anonymous, TW customer review (Florida), Web
A lighter frame with a bigger head and more shock absorption than my previous Ki 5. Really a nice upgrade.
— Emma, TW customer review (Puerto Rico), Web
I am a lefty with a metal plate and bolts on my wrist. Last year before going to Nationals I tried another brand... got the worst tennis elbow ever.
— Anne K, TW customer review (Louisiana), Web
Arm friendly, very light frame. I am able to hit the sweet spot frequently. I enjoy playing with this racquet!