For control and feel.
AdTouch 97 Racket
AdTouch 97 Racket
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4.88 / 5.0
(8) 8 total reviews
Command the Court with Precision, Feel, and Stability
This modern player's racket delivers optimal balance of control, feel, and stability, engineered for those who seek precision.
Advanced Carbon Fiber Construction
Crafted from high-strength carbon fiber and fiberglass reinforcement, this racket is built for performance, but keeps things simple for players who value a reliable platform. This construction ensures a predictable flex point and a durable, solid feel.
Precision Meets Comfort
The compact head and thin frame allow for unmatched precision and feel, giving you complete command over shot placement. A mid flex rating of 65 provides a comfortable yet stable experience.
Forgiving and Spin-Friendly
The 16x19 open string pattern not only offers excellent access to spin but also provides forgiveness on off-center hits. This makes every rally more consistent, no matter where you strike the ball.
Experience Pocket-Feel
With a thin frame and added flexibility, AdTouch offers a “pocket-feel” that brings you closer to the ball. Experience stable baseline performance while delivering top-tier touch at the net.
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Specifications.
Head Size: 97 inch² | String pattern: 16x19 | Weight: 10.8 oz (306g) | Flex: 65 RA | Beam: 22mm | Balance: 315mm | Recommended Tension: 48-58 lbs | Swingweight (unstrung): 300 +- 5 | Swingweight (strung): 330 +-5
Composition: Hollow body carbon fiber composite. Approx. 90% carbon, 10% fiberglass.
Strings: Mains skip 7T,9T,7H,9H.
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Logistics.
30-Day returns. We offer free returns within 30 days of delivery. You will receive a refund of your purchase price, excluding original paid shipping costs. Used rackets are eligible for up to 75% back.
How-To. Use the link in your customer account to initiate a return or contact returns@carvesports.co. Once authorized a return label will be emailed to you.
Warranty. You are protected for 6 months from defects, no registration necessary. If you are outside of the window, contact us with your concern and we will work with you to ensure you’re satisfied.
Without hesitation, I replaced my RF97 Autographs with this model after the first hit. Here are my initial impressions.
- Feels great in the hand. The slick, glossy black is honestly a better texture than the velvety matte black of the Pro Staff line, and will last longer.
- The handle buildup is integrated into the composite layup instead of the molded polyurethane pallets that other mass-produced frames come with. For me, this translated into better connection with the ball.
- For comparison, contact and feel are 80% similar to Pro Staff and 20% similar to Blade. Ultimately plays like a Pro Staff that is a tad more flexible and an entire ounce lighter.
- I ordered a pair of sticks weighing in at about 5 grams difference. If this is a concern, consider the Racquet Matching service.
- The trap door logo is a sticker, which is a subtle reminder that you're not playing with an "established brand" but I'm not looking down there often anyway.
I've made zero changes to my swing mechanics and can play for longer with this lighter frame. This was a win.
I tried the racquet once and purchased a second one. It's that good!
A lighter flexier Pro Staff 97. Same or very similar string spacing to v11 and earlier…grommets MAY interchange? Very good spec control; I think they specify slightly underweight so they can silicone them up to proper weight and balance in-house…a good strategy. I was able to ask them for one meeting my wt/bal/sw and they obliged…very good customer service. Gloss paint is nice. A very good value for the money!