TennistoryWilson Shift 99 V1 vs Wilson Shift 99L V1
Wilson Shift 99 V1
Wilson Shift 99L V1
What the numbers mean
The Wilson Shift 99 V1 is 15 g heavier unstrung, so it is more stable but asks more of your swing.
The Wilson Shift 99 V1 is about 1.6 points more head-light, so it whips through faster at the net.
Power: the Wilson Shift 99L V1 rates 25 points higher.
Control: the Wilson Shift 99 V1 rates 29 points higher.
Sweet spot: the Wilson Shift 99L V1 rates 26 points higher.
Which one: pick the Wilson Shift 99 V1 if control matters most, the Wilson Shift 99L V1 if you value sweet spot.
Side by side
| Wilson Shift 99 V1 | Wilson Shift 99L V1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Head size (sq in) | 99 | 99 |
| Weight (g, unstrung) | 300 | 285 |
| Balance (mm) | 315 | 320 |
| Points head-light | 8.8 | 7.2 |
| String pattern | 16x20 | 16x20 |
| Length (in) | 27 | 27 |
| Stiffness (RA) | — | — |
| Power | 49 | 74 |
| Control | 97 | 68 |
| Spin | 84 | 88 |
| Sweet spot | 42 | 68 |
| Comfort | 58 | 60 |
| Status | Current | Current |
Ratings are Tennistory editorial scores (0–100); specs are unstrung.
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