At only 10.4 ounces strung, this speedy racquet is not only suitable for intermediates, it should also work for the advanced players who wants speed, power and spin. This racquet is light and fast, making it easier to prepare the make effective contact with the ball. This racquet’s undeniable comfort comes in part from the large O-Ports that surround the hitting area. This feature not only produces a more plush and powerful string bed, it also creates less wind-drag for easier acceleration.

Additional features include Prince’s Anti-Torsion System (ATS), which combines TexTreme and Twaron in the shaft and upper hoop to deliver a smoother, more stable hitting experience. On groundstrokes the Ripstick 100 (280) feels plush at impact, with impressive accuracy on full swings. The open 16×18 string pattern is extremely spin-friendly. At net, this racquet’s quick handling will help you stay active, and the racquet’s head-heavy balance helps when redirecting higher levels of pace. This stick also shines on serve where you’ll find enough power and spin to coax weak replies. Ultimately, with the Ripstick 100 (280), Prince delivers the high comfort that we’ve come to expect from their O-Port frames.

I am selling all four of my Prince Ripsticks now that I have bought three Prince Legacy 120 tennis racquets. I use all my racquets in league and tournament matches, and I take great care of them. This one has minor scratches from matches and small tears in the original Prince Resitex Pro grip, on which a player puts their own overgrip.