Introducing the Ripstick 100 (300)! With this racquet Prince has created a powerful modern player's racquet with above average comfort for the breed. At 11.2 ounces strung, the Ripstick is not only fast enough for intermediate players, it also packs a near 330 swingweight, giving it enough stability and plow through to tempt the more advanced ball striker. This racquet's comfortable feel comes partly from the extra 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 hits a powerful ball, making it easy for you to take control of the point. The open 16x18 pattern not only helps with spin-potential, it also provides a higher trajectory, resulting in easier access to depth. At net the Ripstick comes around with lightning speed, and it will give you enough power to finish points with a bang. This racquet also shines on serve where it rewards fast swings with enough pop to put the returner in check. With the introduction of the Ripstick 100 (300), Prince has delivered an impressive weapon to intermediate players in search of power. The arm-friendly comfort is a nice bonus.
Previous Feedback
Comments: I have used many frames over the years and I keep coming back to Prince. For most of junior and college playing days, I stuck with (and loved) the Prince Graphite Mid. As I have moved into my later 40's, I have found that I needed something a bit more arm friendly, but still provides my game the control I need. This was the one! During the demo, I put this one in the cart not thinking seriously that it would be an option. I was wrong! Any arm/wrist issue I had at the time went away immediately. I had pin point accuracy off both sides which surprised me as well. Great job Prince!
From: Chris S, 1/6/21
Comments: I got this racquet on a lark. It looked like a fun hit, plus it was on sale. After two weeks I'm sold on it. Thought I was buying a novelty stick for my tennis bag, but now I'm seriously considering a switch from my VCORE 98 to the Ripstick full time. Tremendous power, but equally impressive access to spin is keeping my groundies in the court. Volleys are more stable than I expected too and - perhaps most surprising for a frame this wide - slicing with it is a dream. Really loving it.
From: Craig, 1/5/21
Comments: The Ripstick delivers on power and spin with excellent comfort absent in many power and spin frames. I enjoyed the frame the most when I was hitting looping topspin groundstrokes and heavy spin serves. Touch and feel on delicate volleys were missing, but that is not always valued in a power and spin frame. This beats Babolat Pure Aero and Pure Drive in comfort. The cosmetic is awesome. It is modern and fits the easy punch this frame provides. I highly suggest a demo if you want comfort with easy power and spin.
From: Brad, 17/4/21
Comments: I just got a brand new demo yesterday and my first experience with it has been a very positive experience, needlessly busy cosmetics not withstanding. I will be playing a match with the Prince Ripstick tomorrow so I'll know more then, but I couldn't find anything to object to. Power and control were plentiful. I'm not a huge spin player, but volleys and overheads were rock solid and spin was there if I wanted it. It honestly felt like a less stiff and powerful Babolat and that's a good thing as far as I'm concerned. I value placement over power. I have a week to demo still and wouldn't be surprised if I pick a couple of these honeys up and take them home.
From: Jeff, 11/3/21