Blade 98 (16x19) v9 Tennis Racket
Model:WIT12S4B1XX002
A sharper, more stable Blade ideal for avid players who want ultimate control and feel.
$449.99
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Overview
Building on nearly 20 years of dominance, Wilson's Blade performance rackets continue to be the preferred choice of avid competitors looking for ultimate control, feel and stability. The Blade 98 (16x19) V9 has a sharper, more stable response that produces a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Featuring a new Emerald Night matte finish, the V9 has a braided graphite + basalt frame with a DirectConnect carbon fiber handle for enhanced torsional stability. It also features an open string pattern with a more forgiving response, which delivers consistent, spin-friendly shots.
Parallel Drilling
Grommet construction provides a consistent, more forgiving string bed response while dramatically increasing the sweet spot.
FORTYFIVE°
Patent-protected frame layup produces more connected-to-the-ball feel while better complementing the more modern, vertical swing path. Material increases both flexibility and stability without compromise through the swing.
Braided Graphite + Basalt
Elastic and reactive material combination improves the flex of a racket to increase ball contact with the strings for enhanced feel and greater control.
Top Grip Taper
Tapered grip lends better feel for top-handed grip placement on two-handed backhand.
DirectConnect
Carbon fiber handle extends to directly connect with end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability.
StableFeel
The new Blade technology that provides an enhanced, firmer feel that increases stability and creates a more connected-to-the-ball feel. Designed with avid players in mind, this "sharper Blade" is ideal for those seeking to improve their game.
Specifications
Head Size98 sq in / 632 sq cm
Length27 in
String Pattern16x19
Strung Weight321 grams
Unstrung Balance32 cm / -7 pts
Unstrung Weight305 grams
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Tension range 50 to 60 pounds, optimum 55 pounds
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Blade 98 (16x19) v9 Tennis Racket
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Men's Tennis Apparel
| Size | Chest | Waist | Inseam |
| S | 36-37 | 30-32 | 32 |
| M | 38-39 | 33-34 | 32.5 |
| L | 40-42 | 35-36 | 33 |
| XL | 43-45 | 37-39 | 33.5 |
| 2XL | 46-48 | 40-42 | 34 |
| Size | Chest | Waist | Inseam |
| S | 91-94 | 77-81 | 81 |
| M | 97-99 | 84-87 | 82 |
| L | 102-107 | 90-92 | 84 |
| XL | 109-114 | 94-99 | 84 |
| 2XL | 117-122 | 102-107 | 86 |
How to measure
Chest
Measure around the fullest part of the chest.
Waist
Measure around the natural waistline.
Seat
Measure around the fullest part of the seat.
Women's Tennis Apparel
| Size | Bust | Waist | Hip | Inseam |
| XS (0-2) | 31-32 | 25-26 | 34-35 | 79 |
| S (4-6) | 33-34 | 69-71 | 91-94 | 80 |
| M (8-10) | 90-92 | 74-77 | 96-102 | 81 |
| L (12-14) | 94-97 | 79-81 | 104-110 | 82 |
| XL (16-18) | 99-102 | 84-90 | 112-117 | 84 |
| Size | Bust | Waist | Hip | Inseam |
| XS (0-2) | 78-81 | 64-66 | 86-90 | 79 |
| S (4-6) | 84-87 | 69-71 | 91-94 | 80 |
| M (8-10) | 90-92 | 74-77 | 96-102 | 81 |
| L (12-14) | 94-97 | 79-81 | 104-110 | 82 |
| XL (16-18) | 99-102 | 84-90 | 112-117 | 84 |
How to measure
Bust
Measure around the fullest part of the bust.
Waist
Measure around the natural waistline.
Hip
Measure around the fullest part of the hip.
Boy's Tennis Apparel
| Size | Bust | Waist | Seat | Height |
| XS (6) | 23-24 | 22-23 | 24-25 | 46-48 |
| S (7-8) | 26-27 | 23.5-24.5 | 27.5-28.5 | 49-54 |
| M (10-12) | 27-28 | 25.5-26.5 | 29-30.5 | 55-59 |
| L (14-16) | 30.5-32 | 28-29 | 32-34 | 60-64 |
| XL (18-20) | 33-35 | 29.5-30.5 | 35-36.5 | 66-69 |
| Size | Bust | Waist | Seat | Height |
| XS (6) | 58-61 | 56-59 | 61-64 | 118-124 |
| S (7-8) | 66-69 | 60-62 | 70-72 | 125-138 |
| M (10-12) | 69-71 | 65-67 | 74-77 | 142-150 |
| L (14-16) | 77-81 | 71-73 | 81-86 | 156-162 |
| XL (18-20) | 84-89 | 75-77 | 89-92 | 169-175 |
How to measure
Chest
Measure around the fullest part of the chest.
Waist
Measure around the natural waistline.
Seat
Measure around the fullest part of the seat.
Girl's Tennis Apparel
| Size | Chest | Waist | Hip | Height |
XS (6) | 23–24 | 22–23 | 24–25 | 46–48 |
S (7-8) | 26–27 | 23.5–24.5 | 27.5–28.5 | 49–52 |
M (10-12) | 28–30 | 25–26 | 30–32 | 53–57 |
L (14-16) | 32–34 | 28–30 | 34–36 | 58–62 |
| Size | Chest | Waist | Hip | Height |
XS (6) | 58-61 | 56–58 | 61-64 | 118–124 |
S (7-8) | 66-69 | 60-62 | 70-72 | 125–133 |
M (10-12) | 71–76 | 64–66 | 76–81 | 135–145 |
L (14-16) | 81–86 | 71–76 | 86–91 | 148–158 |
How to measure
Bust
Measure around the fullest part of the bust.
Waist
Measure around the natural waistline.
Hip
Measure around the fullest part of the hip.
Men's Tennis Footwear
| US | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 |
| UK | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13.5 |
| EU | 40 ⅓ | 41 | 41 ⅓ | 42 | 42 ⅔ | 43 ⅓ | 44 | 44 ⅔ | 45 ⅓ | 46 | 46 ⅔ | 47 ⅓ | 48 | 49 ⅓ |
| US | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 |
| UK | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13.5 |
| EU | 40 ⅓ | 41 | 41 ⅓ | 42 | 42 ⅔ | 43 ⅓ | 44 | 44 ⅔ | 45 ⅓ | 46 | 46 ⅔ | 47 ⅓ | 48 | 49 ⅓ |
Women's Tennis Footwear
| US | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 11 |
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 9 |
| EU | 36 ⅓ | 37 | 37 ⅔ | 38 ⅓ | 39 | 39 ⅔ | 40 ⅓ | 41 | 41 ⅓ | 42 | 43 ⅓ |
| US | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 11 |
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 9 |
| EU | 36 ⅓ | 37 | 37 ⅔ | 38 ⅓ | 39 | 39 ⅔ | 40 ⅓ | 41 | 41 ⅓ | 42 | 43 ⅓ |
Junior Tennis Footwear
| US | 11 | 12 | 13 | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 |
| UK | 10.5 | 11.5 | 12.5 | 13.5 | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 |
| EU | 28 ⅔ | 30 | 31 ⅓ | 32 ⅔ | 33 ⅓ | 34 | 34 ⅔ | 35 ⅓ | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37 ⅔ | 38 ⅓ | 39 |
| US | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 11 |
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 9 |
| EU | 36 ⅓ | 37 | 37 ⅔ | 38 ⅓ | 39 | 39 ⅔ | 40 ⅓ | 41 | 41 ⅓ | 42 | 43 ⅓ |
Unisex - Footwear Conversion Chart
| US (Men's) | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 |
| US (Women's) | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.5 | 14 | 14.5 | 15.5 |
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13.5 |
| EUR | 36 ⅓ | 37 | 37 ⅔ | 38 ⅓ | 39 | 39 ⅔ | 40 ⅓ | 41 | 41 ⅓ | 42 | 42 ⅔ | 43 ⅓ | 44 | 44 ⅔ | 45 ⅓ | 46 | 46 ⅔ | 47 ⅓ | 48 | 49 ⅓ |
| US (Men's) | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 |
| US (Women's) | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.5 | 14 | 14.5 | 15.5 |
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13.5 |
| EUR | 36 ⅓ | 37 | 37 ⅔ | 38 ⅓ | 39 | 39 ⅔ | 40 ⅓ | 41 | 41 ⅓ | 42 | 42 ⅔ | 43 ⅓ | 44 | 44 ⅔ | 45 ⅓ | 46 | 46 ⅔ | 47 ⅓ | 48 | 49 ⅓ |
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