Volkl C10 EVO v2 Racket
Series: Evo
$249.99
Updated with a new look, this light version of the C10 Pro delivers an impressive combination of speed, precision, and feel
Frame specs
| Head Size | 98in² |
| String Pattern | 16x19 |
| Length | Standard |
| Strung Weight | 11.4oz / 323g |
| Balance | 12.99in / 32.99cm / 4 pts HL |
| Swingweight | 319 |
| Stiffness | 63 |
| Beam Width | 20mm / 20mm / 20mm |
| Composition | Graphite |
| Power Level | Low |
| Stroke Style | Full |
| Swing Speed | Fast |
| Racket Colors | Black/Yellow |
| Grip Type | Volkl Synthetic |
| String Pattern Detail | 16 Mains / 19 Crosses |
| String Tension | 50-60 pounds |
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What players say
The C10 EVO v2 is a cosmetic-only update of the 2022 Volkl C10 EVO, with identical specs (98 sq in, 11.4 oz strung, 4 pts HL, 16x19, 20mm beam), so independent reviews of the original apply directly. Testers consistently single out the feel and comfort as the standout quality, carrying over the C10 Pro's touch in a lighter, easier-swinging frame, with good control and solid spin access. The main trade-off reviewers flag is reduced stability and power compared to the heavier C10 Pro, meaning it rewards players who already generate their own pace.
Best for
- All-court and doubles players who want classic Volkl feel in a lighter frame
- Players with good technique who can generate their own pace
- Those who value touch, slice, and drop shots over raw power
- Upgraders from the C10 Pro wanting something faster and less demanding
Pros
- Feel and touch rated as the racquet's best quality by multiple testers, described as plush, buttery, and connected
- Open 16x19 pattern gives good access to spin and precise shot placement, including slice and drop shots
- Lighter than the C10 Pro (310g) so it swings faster while keeping meaningful stability for its weight
- Twin Absorber Handle System and V-Tex butt cap add comfort, which arm-sensitive players noted
Cons
- Low-power frame that gives little for free; players must swing hard to generate pace
- Less stable at contact than the heavier C10 Pro, especially on serve and under heavy pace
- Not the most spin-friendly stringbed stock; benefits from a four-sided poly to unlock spin
- Small-ish sweet spot demands precise, consistent ball-striking, which can be tough for intermediate players
Voices
— Chris, Tennis Warehouse playtest team (4.5 all-court player), Web
plush and connected feel, this racquet has the Volkl mojo I've been missing
— Troy, Tennis Warehouse playtest team (4.5 lefty all-court player), Web
stability was pretty good for being a 310-gram frame
— Michelle, Tennis Warehouse playtest team (open level baseliner), Web
never had the put-away power that I crave
— Jonas Eriksson, Tennisnerd, Web
Feel and touch are outstanding features of the Volkl C10 Evo
— Jonas Eriksson, Tennisnerd, Web
doesn't give you anything for free. You need to swing hard for it to generate some pace
— Tennis.com racquet review, Web
employing spin and creating angles were noticeable assets
