Blade 98 (18x20) v9 Tennis Racket
Model:WR149911U2
A sharper, more stable Blade ideal for avid players who want ultimate control and feel. NEW
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Highlights
- Blade Benefit: Feel and Control
- Smaller Head: Enhances precision and provides crisp feeling
- 18x20 String Pattern: Dense string pattern enhances feel and precision
- Innovations: Updated features and composition improve stability to produce a more connected-to-the-ball feel
- Upgrades: Latest bumper and grommet design is easier to apply, more durable, and fits the racket smoother
- Design: Dynamic Emerald Night Green matte finish with pops of orange compliment the sharp responses of the frame
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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 (18x20) 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. StableFeel technology enhances the racket's sharp response and the feel of its control-oriented string pattern.
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.
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
Age GroupAdult
SeriesBlade
String Pattern18 x 20
Unstrung Balance7 pts HL / 32 cm
Unstrung Weight305 grams
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Blade 98 (18x20) v9 Tennis Racket
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Tension range 50 to 60 pounds, optimum 55 pounds
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Blade 98 (18x20) v9 Tennis Racket
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Men's 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 Apparel
| Size | Bust | Waist | Hip | Inseam |
| XS | 31-32 | 25-26 | 34-35 | 79 |
| S | 33-34 | 27-28 | 36-37 | 80 |
| M | 35-36 | 29-30 | 38-40 | 81 |
| L | 37-38 | 31-32 | 41-43 | 82 |
| XL | 39-40 | 33-35 | 44-46 | 84 |
| Size | Bust | Waist | Hip | Inseam |
| XS | 78-81 | 64-66 | 86-90 | 79 |
| S | 84-87 | 69-71 | 91-94 | 80 |
| M | 89-92 | 74-77 | 96-102 | 81 |
| L | 94-97 | 79-81 | 104-110 | 82 |
| XL | 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 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 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 | 40 2/3 | 41 1/3 | 42 | 42 2/3 | 43 1/3 | 44 | 44 2/3 | 45 1/3 | 46 | 46 2/3 | 47 1/3 | 48 | 49 1/3 |
| INCH | 9.84 | 10 | 10.23 | 10.43 | 10.62 | 10.82 | 11.02 | 11.22 | 11.41 | 11.61 | 11.81 | 12 | 12.2 | 12.59 |
| 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 | 40 2/3 | 41 1/3 | 42 | 42 2/3 | 43 1/3 | 44 | 44 2/3 | 45 1/3 | 46 | 46 2/3 | 47 1/3 | 48 | 49 1/3 |
| CM | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 32 |
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 |
| INCH | 8.66 | 8.85 | 9.05 | 9.25 | 9.44 | 9.64 | 9.84 | 10 | 10.23 | 10.43 | 10.82 |
| 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 |
| CM | 22 | 22.5 | 23 | 23.5 | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27.5 |
Junior Tennis Footwear
| US | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| UK | 13.5 | 1.5 | 2.5 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 5.5 |
| EU | 32 ⅔ | 34 | 35 ⅓ | 36.5 | 37 ⅔ | 39 |
| INCH | 7.67 | 7.99 | 8.3 | 8.66 | 9.05 | 9.44 |
| US | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| UK | 13.5 | 1.5 | 2.5 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 5.5 |
| EU | 32 ⅔ | 34 | 35 ⅓ | 36.5 | 37 ⅔ | 39 |
| CM | 19.5 | 20.3 | 21.1 | 22 | 23 | 24 |
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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