Comments on Regentville Tennis Singapore: Wilson K Six One 95 Differences

so, in the last picture, which is the fake racket?...

2011-06-01T23:43:42.498+08:00

so, in the last picture, which is the fake racket?

Thanks a lot for this analysis. I am planning to b...

2010-01-26T14:28:58.231+08:00

Thanks a lot for this analysis. I am planning to buy one at Lai Sports in Lucky Plaza. Can you tell me if they sell genuine ones? And do you know how does this racquet compare to the Dunlop 4D 300?

Hi, I just sent you a comment via another one of ...

2009-10-31T14:39:33.469+08:00

Hi,

I just sent you a comment via another one of your post. Forgot to ask: which tennis shop in S'pore will allow me to try out a demo racket for 1-2 days before i decide if it is suitable for my play?

FYI, i'm using a rather old Prince TT Scream Midplus racket. good balance and feel.

Cheers!

Harry

Hi,
I'm planing to visit singapore soon.
I'm...

2009-03-19T06:24:00.000+08:00

Hi,
I'm planing to visit singapore soon.
I'm wondering if is it cheap to buy a Wilson tennis racket in Singapore... Where can I buy Racket??
Thanks in advance.

Where is your actual review on the K Six One 95 an...

2009-02-09T07:33:00.000+08:00

Where is your actual review on the K Six One 95 and what made you decide to go with this over the Yonex RDS 001 ?

also, I'm not sure if Wilson openly admits this, b...

2009-02-04T23:08:00.000+08:00

also, I'm not sure if Wilson openly admits this, but Babolat does: Some of Babolat's rackets of same model differ in weights by as much as 14 gram. Babolat itself says that the median weight is 300 grams give or take 7, which means the difference between the highest and the lowest possible weight is 14 gram.

Add this discrepancy to the weight distribution, and you could get an altogether two identical rackets with different feel.

Obviously the easiest way to avoid this is insist on try before you buy

Hi,

I am in the UK as I'm reading this revi...

2009-02-04T22:55:00.000+08:00

Hi,

I am in the UK as I'm reading this review. I only became aware that the lighter Asian version of the K Six One 95 exists. Can anyone provide some critical comparison between the regular version I find here in the UK and the Asian version?

Hassan,

If your k90 is weighing 11.5 oz. st...

2008-12-18T09:19:00.000+08:00

Hassan,

If your k90 is weighing 11.5 oz. strung then there is something wrong, because the k90, according to tennis warehouse, is weighing around 12.5 strung on average. 11.5 is a big difference.

Hey Nawin,
I have an Asian version of K90 but ...

2008-11-20T13:56:00.000+08:00

Hey Nawin,
I have an Asian version of K90 but I got it cheap on e-bay and I am not sure if it is authentic Wilson or not. It plays not bad. It weighs strung about 11.5 oz (after putting two overgrips and vibration dampener on it).
Are there any tell tale signs T should look for it to see if it is a fake?? Thanks.
-hassan

Hi Zilduli, Thanks for your feedback. Both my K Fa...

2008-11-04T22:53:00.000+08:00

Hi Zilduli, Thanks for your feedback. Both my K Factor K Six One 95s that I reviewed in my article above were the Asian specs 310 grams (unstrung) version. I think you missed out the part where I mentioned that they were both (Asian) specs in my review. Anyway, the more hefty US version of the K Six One 95s are not available in Asia unless you specially order them from the US.

Hi Amprak,

The Toalson Ultimate 115 Hybrid ...

2008-11-04T22:47:00.000+08:00

Hi Amprak,

The Toalson Ultimate 115 Hybrid Control strings are fantastic to use. I have been using them for close to 8 years or so. They are very thin 18 gauge hybrid (Nylon/Aramid) strings which gives me excellent feel and control great for wicked top spins. Only problem if you're a string breaker it tends to break easily. But from the time you use it till it breaks, it plays very well and I highly recommend these strings that is if you want great feel and don't mind strings which break easily. I am not a string breaker, so I have no issues with the string durability of the Toalson Ultimate 115 Hybrid Control.

http://www.toalson.co.jp/ENGLISH/TOALSON/STRINGS/string.html

I'm not sure if this is your problem but I have he...

2008-11-04T13:52:00.000+08:00

I'm not sure if this is your problem but I have heard that there are different versions of the K 6.1 95. There is the standard US version and then an Asian version which is slightly heavier towards the head. This might seem stupid but have you checked the specs on the inside of the racquet throat? There is the possibility that they are actually different and you have just assumed that they would be the same.

Hope I helped.

Yup, in that case it should'nt make any difference...

2008-10-31T01:31:00.000+08:00

Yup, in that case it should'nt make any difference if the guts are the same. I really wonder whats the difference in playability if the composite material of the racquets are different. Some other factor could be a minor modification in the design or the weight balance based on feedback or new studies.

BTW I haven't ever used a Toalson Ultimate Gut, what's it like?

Amprak, I'm sorry, but you'll need to me more spec...

2008-10-30T22:43:00.000+08:00

Amprak, I'm sorry, but you'll need to me more specific mate... I use the exact same strings - Toalson Ultimate 115 unless you're saying the strings I am using are of different batches or weight. Can you be more specific as to the "Some Other Factor" you're referring to, as clearly, I don't believe it's in the strings. Thanks for your feedback though...

I frankly can't see what you're talking about. The...

2008-10-30T20:54:00.000+08:00

I frankly can't see what you're talking about. The differences in batches, slight modifications in balance and weight could be due to anything. Its not like brands need to use exactly the same artwork throughout the life of the product. The difference in balances could be due to different strings used on the racket due to availability or some other factor. You're analysis is inconclusive at best!!!

Thank you so much for the info. NOw I am clear wit...

2008-10-02T12:53:00.000+08:00

Thank you so much for the info. NOw I am clear with my problem. I experienced exactly the same situation as you did (wilson ksix one team). I purchased them about 9 months apart. Different grip size feeling, different weight distri, differnt TM and R signs....I ended up with using lead tapes to adjust the weight and balace, but the flexibility differences are some what still there. Next time I will go for Yonex or Fisher though I am kind of satisfied with the result so far.

I have the same experience with rackets purchased ...

2007-12-16T22:28:00.000+08:00

I have the same experience with rackets purchased in ASIA (Head, Babolats, Wilson and even Pumas bought long ago). Racket balance and grips sizes vary. But rackets I purchased from US seems to bemuch more consistent. Asia is probably a dumping ground for poor tolerance rackts cos the people here don't complain cos they get it cheaper. Maybe there's a reason why rackets from US are more expensive. I have stopped buying rackets locally. I get them only from US.

Amazing analysis & an eye opener! I have sever...

2007-08-15T10:17:00.000+08:00

Amazing analysis & an eye opener! I have several sets of the same racquets bought on different occasions, & they never felt the same even on the same grip size & strung at the same tension etc. Remembered that several years ago when they first launched the Pro Staff 90, Tennis-warehouse offered a "matching" pair service. Else, I think it's quite difficult to achieve similar touch & feel.