Babolat Pure Strike 97 Carbon Grey Racket
Series: Pure Strike
$299.00
The Pure Strike 97 gets a cool grey makeover
Frame specs
| Head Size | 97in² |
| String Pattern | 16x20 |
| Length | Standard |
| Strung Weight | 11.7oz / 332g |
| Balance | 12.59in / 31.98cm / 7 pts HL |
| Swingweight | 321 |
| Stiffness | 63 |
| Beam Width | 21mm / 22mm / 21mm |
| Composition | Graphite |
| Power Level | Low-Medium |
| Stroke Style | Medium-Full |
| Swing Speed | Medium-Fast |
| Racket Colors | Grey |
| Grip Type | LEATHER! |
| String Pattern Detail | 16 Mains / 20 Crosses |
| String Tension | 48-57 pounds |
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What players say
Reviewers treat the Carbon Grey as a cosmetic refresh of the 2024 (Gen 4) Pure Strike 97, and the consensus is that it is the most control-oriented, precise racquet in Babolat's lineup. Testers consistently praise its predictability, feel, and spin access, but note it demands solid technique and doesn't generate much free power, especially on serve.
Best for
- Advanced/experienced players
- All-court and counterpunching styles
- Players who want precision over pace
- Players comfortable generating their own power
Pros
- Excellent control and predictable, precise ball placement
- Easy access to spin despite the 16x20 pattern
- Improved comfort and plusher feel vs. the previous Pure Strike VS generation, credited to the NF2 flax inserts
- Fast, maneuverable swing that holds up well at net and on the run
Cons
- Modest power, particularly on serve, so it doesn't add much free pace
- Small sweet spot with limited forgiveness on off-center hits
- Stock leather grip feels slippery to some testers
- Not much heft/plow-through unless customized with added weight
Voices
— Troy, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
Plenty of control, feel, precision and spin
— Michelle, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
More precise rather than powerful
— Chris, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
Control, spin, feel and predictable response
— Mark, Tennis Warehouse playtester, Web
Surprisingly nimble and stable for its weight
— Jon Levey, Tennis.com, Web
It really plays unlike anything in their lineup, a Babolat racquet for players who generally don't like Babolat racquets
— TF, Tennis Warehouse customer review (WA), Web
The sweet spot and vibration of the frame feels more forgiving