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Side-by-side comparison using independent TWU lab measurements

ℹ️ Different head sizes (98 vs 100 sq in) — this affects power and forgiveness independently of the other specs.

Aggregated spec scores

Blade 98 16x19 v10Clash 100 v3
3.7Sweet Spot Forgiveness5.5
3.8Net & Volley Handling6.0
7.5Spin Potential7.1
7.1Arm Safety & Comfort9.5
5.0Raw Power3.1

Scores calculated from TWU RA, weight, head size and string pattern.

Wilson Blade 98 16x19 v10
Wilson Clash 100 v3
Head size
98 sq in
100 sq in
Weight
323g
312g
RA stiffness
61 (Very flexible)
54 (Very flexible)
Swingweight
323 kg·cm²
308 kg·cm²
String pattern
16x19
16x19
Best for
flex, arm-friendly, control
flex, arm-friendly
Price tier
mid
budget

Lab data comparison

Measurements from Tennis Warehouse University (TWU)

RA Stiffness — lower = more flex & comfort

Blade 98 16x19 v10
61
Clash 100 v3
54

Weight — higher = more stability

Blade 98 16x19 v10
323g
Clash 100 v3
312g

Swingweight — higher = more plow-through momentum

Blade 98 16x19 v10
323 kg·cm²
Clash 100 v3
308 kg·cm²

Head Size — larger = more forgiving

Blade 98 16x19 v10
98 sq in
Clash 100 v3
100 sq in

Choose the Blade 98 16x19 v10 if…

Control-first players, flat hitters, serve-and-volley

Very flexible — max comfort (RA 61)

Choose the Clash 100 v3 if…

Arm-sensitive players, comfort-first

Very flexible — max comfort (RA 54)

🎵 String strategy for each frame

These are different rackets — they deserve different string setups.

Blade 98 16x19 v10

Very flexible frame (RA 61) — arm-friendly. Pair with a crisp co-poly like Luxilon ALU Power Rough at 54–58 lbs to add control and prevent the string bed feeling too elastic.

Clash 100 v3

Very flexible frame (RA 54) — arm-friendly. Pair with a crisp co-poly like Luxilon ALU Power Rough at 54–58 lbs to add control and prevent the string bed feeling too elastic.

⚖️ Specs Equalizer

Can I make these specs match?

To match the swingweight of the Blade 98 16x19 v10 (SW 323), add 12g of lead tape at the 12 o'clock position on the Clash 100 v3. This raises its swingweight from 308 to approximately 324 kg·cm².

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