Volkl Vostra V8 300g Racket
Series: Vostra
$249.99
The VÖSTRA V8 300g is one of the top picks for the active, hard hitting player. The 300g category has become the ‘every player’s’ weight. The VOSTRA V8 300g is one of the top choices for Volkl Tour Team members. The VÖSTRA V8 300g also features REVA, more REDCELL material, VTEX butt cap, Super Grommets and V-Sensor H
Frame specs
| Head Size | 100in² |
| String Pattern | 16x18 |
| Length | Standard |
| Strung Weight | 11.2oz / 318g |
| Balance | 12.85in / 32.64cm / 5 pts HL |
| Swingweight | 323 |
| Stiffness | 67 |
| Beam Width | 22mm / 24mm / 22mm |
| Composition | Red Cell/Graphite |
| Power Level | Low-Medium |
| Stroke Style | Medium-Full |
| Swing Speed | Medium-Fast |
| Racket Colors | Red |
| Grip Type | Volkl VSENSE Grip |
| String Pattern Detail | 16 Mains / 18 Crosses |
| String Tension | 50-60 pounds |
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What players say
Testers consistently found the Vostra V8 300g delivers easy power, high launch, and strong spin with an open 16x18 pattern, while feeling notably maneuverable for its weight class. The recurring trade-off is control: several playtesters wanted more precision on returns and volleys, and some found the upper hoop firm outside the sweet spot.
Best for
- Aggressive baseliners who want easy spin and depth
- Intermediate to advanced players upgrading from tweener frames
- Players wanting an arm-friendly, comfortable feel
- One-handed backhand players
Pros
- Easy access to power with a higher launch angle for depth
- Strong, effortless spin generation from the open string pattern
- Very maneuverable for its weight class, quick to reposition for volleys
- Comfortable, arm-friendly feel for most testers thanks to Red Cell construction
Cons
- Control lags behind the power and spin on offer
- Feels firm and somewhat unstable outside the sweet spot, especially on volleys
- Some testers needed higher string tension to rein in the power
Voices
— Zsofi, Tennis Warehouse playtest team, Web
The first thing that came to mind was how easy power was to come by.
— Zsofi, Tennis Warehouse playtest team, Web
The racquet head felt very maneuverable, so I could get under the ball.
— Ana, Tennis Warehouse playtest team, Web
The Vostra V8 300g could use a little more control.
— Brittany, Tennis Warehouse playtest team, Web
I craved a little more control when returning.
— Tiffani, Tennis Warehouse playtest team, Web
The racquet felt firm and a bit unstable outside the sweetspot on volleys.