TennistoryWilson Pro Staff 97 V14 vs Wilson Pro Staff 97L V14
Wilson Pro Staff 97 V14
Wilson Pro Staff 97L V14
What the numbers mean
The Wilson Pro Staff 97 V14 is 25 g heavier unstrung, so it is more stable but asks more of your swing.
The Wilson Pro Staff 97 V14 is about 4.7 points more head-light, so it whips through faster at the net.
Power: the Wilson Pro Staff 97L V14 rates 15 points higher.
Control: the Wilson Pro Staff 97 V14 rates 12 points higher.
Sweet spot: the Wilson Pro Staff 97L V14 rates 18 points higher.
Which one: pick the Wilson Pro Staff 97 V14 if control matters most, the Wilson Pro Staff 97L V14 if you value sweet spot.
Side by side
| Wilson Pro Staff 97 V14 | Wilson Pro Staff 97L V14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Head size (sq in) | 97 | 97 |
| Weight (g, unstrung) | 315 | 290 |
| Balance (mm) | 310 | 325 |
| Points head-light | 10.4 | 5.6 |
| String pattern | 16x19 | 16x19 |
| Length (in) | 27 | 27 |
| Stiffness (RA) | — | — |
| Power | 45 | 60 |
| Control | 98 | 86 |
| Spin | 66 | 70 |
| Sweet spot | 36 | 54 |
| Comfort | 63 | 60 |
| Status | Current | Current |
Ratings are Tennistory editorial scores (0–100); specs are unstrung.
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