Some call it the definition of power. You will call it your unfair advantage. We call it the Pure Drive.
BABOLAT launched the Pure Drive in 1994 and quickly established the benchmark for power. With every subsequent model, we’ve innovated and Evolved to meet the demands of the game. It’s no wonder the Pure Drive is one of most popular and versatile racquets in the world. The 10th generation of the Pure Drive takes your game to the next level with point-ending explosive power and increased feel.
The Pure Drive Team is dedicated to players seeking a powerful but lighter racket for better handling.
Team BABOLAT pro players may play with a customized or different model than the equipment depicted.
BENEFITS
POWER
You want power, stop looking around. Whatever your skill level is, power is what made this racquet iconic. Not only it is used widely used on Tour, but this is also one of the bestselling racquets of all time because of its versatility bringing power in the palm of the hand of any player.
EXPLOSIVITY
You wish you had an extra pop when things get though, here comes explosivity. When the intensity is high you can rely on your racquet to do exactly what you are longing for: produce a killing shot, even on off centered hit. A new lay-up has been developed to do exactly that, put a smile on your face… and a grin on your opponent’s one
FEEL
You need feel, now feel the difference. Yes, feel is important even in a powerful frame. We all understand that if you cannot control your shot, power is meaningless. Get ready for a new experience you will not only feel but also hear through this unique sound at ball impact.
FSI POWER TECHNOLOGY
Advanced frame-string interaction system with an open 16X19 string pattern and optimized diamond grommets for a larger sweet spot and maximum power for all players.
ELLIPTIC FRAME
Elliptical frame structure with optimal resistance and overall rigidity for phenomenal power.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
| HEAD SIZE |
645 cm² |
| WEIGHT (UNSTRUNG) |
285 g +/- 7g |
| SWING WEIGHT |
285 |
| STIFFNESS(RA) |
72 + / - 3 |
| COMPOSITION |
Graphite |
| TENSION RECOMMENDED |
23-27 Kg |
| STRUNG/UNSTRUNG |
Strung |
| LENGHT |
685 mm |
| BALANCE(UNSTRUNG) |
320 mm +/- 7mm |
| STRINGING PATTERN |
16/19 |
| SECTION |
23-26-23 |
| RECOMMENDED STRING |
RPM Power/Xcel |
| RECOMMENDED GRIP |
Syntec Pro |
