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Side-by-side comparison using independent TWU lab measurements

Aggregated spec scores

Clash 100 v3Astrel 100
5.5Sweet Spot Forgiveness5.5
6.0Net & Volley Handling8.0
7.1Spin Potential6.8
9.5Arm Safety & Comfort3.2
3.1Raw Power5.6

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

Wilson Clash 100 v3
Yonex Astrel 100
Head size
100 sq in
100 sq in
Weight
312g
295g
RA stiffness
54 (Very flexible)
68 (Medium)
Swingweight
308 kg·cm²
297 kg·cm²
String pattern
16x19
16x19
Best for
flex, arm-friendly
all-court
Price tier
budget
mid

Lab data comparison

Measurements from Tennis Warehouse University (TWU)

RA Stiffness — lower = more flex & comfort

Clash 100 v3
54
Astrel 100
68

Weight — higher = more stability

Clash 100 v3
312g
Astrel 100
295g

Swingweight — higher = more plow-through momentum

Clash 100 v3
308 kg·cm²
Astrel 100
297 kg·cm²

Choose the Clash 100 v3 if…

Arm-sensitive players, comfort-first

Very flexible — max comfort (RA 54)

Choose the Astrel 100 if…

All-court players, intermediate to advanced

Medium — balanced (RA 68)

🎵 String strategy for each frame

These are different rackets — they deserve different string setups.

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.

Astrel 100

Stiff frame (RA 68) with plenty of built-in power. Use a control-biased poly like Luxilon ALU Power at 54–58 lbs, or a hybrid (natural gut mains + poly crosses) for extra comfort.

⚖️ Specs Equalizer

Can I make these specs match?

To match the swingweight of the Clash 100 v3 (SW 308), add 8g of lead tape at the 12 o'clock position on the Astrel 100. This raises its swingweight from 297 to approximately 307 kg·cm².

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