
The Babolat Pure Strike 97 (Carbon Grey Special Edition) bundled in a 2-Pack (x2) is Babolat’s premier, ultra-precise control frame designed for advanced, aggressive hitters.
Sold as a matched pair, Babolat guarantees the two racquets are weight-matched within a maximum tolerance of 1 gram, providing seamless switching between frames during matches. The Carbon Grey cosmetic features a sleek, metallic dark steel colorway while retaining identical specs and playability to the flagship 4th Generation Pure Strike line.
Performance Profile
- Surgical Precision & Pinpoint Control: The compact 97 sq. in. head, thin 21/22/21mm beam, and 16x20 string pattern give advanced players absolute trajectory and placement control. You can swing out fully without fear of overhitting.
- Enhanced Natural Dampening: Integrates NF²-Tech (natural flax fibers placed in the handle and head) combined with SWX Pure Feel. This dampens unwanted harsh vibrations while preserving crisp, direct ball feedback at contact.
- Control Frame Technology: Hybrid frame cross-section combines the stability of a square box frame with the dynamic response of an elliptical frame structure for maximum stability on heavy incoming pace.
- FSI Control: Features Frame String Interaction Control, which combines tighter center string spacing with the Woofer grommet system to prolong ball dwell time on the string bed.
- Direct Feedback: Comes stock with a classic leather grip, offering firmer bevel feel and direct tactile feedback in the palm compared to synthetic grips.
Best Suited For
- Advanced & Tournament Players: High-level players who generate all their own pace and require ultimate control, touch, and low launch angle predictability.
- Aggressive Counter-Punchers & Net Attackers: Players who value quick directional changes, stability against big hitters, and pinpoint precision on volleys.
- Competitive Match Players: Hitters looking for two pre-matched racquets in their bag with zero variance in swing feel.
Specifications
- Head Size: 97 sq. in. / 626 cm².
- Unstrung Weight: 310 g / 10.9 oz.
- Strung Weight: ~326 g / 11.5 oz.
- Balance (Unstrung): 310 mm / 7 pts HL.
- Beam Width: 21 mm / 22 mm / 21 mm.
- Length: 27.0 in / 68.5 cm.
- String Pattern: 16x20.
- Stiffness (RA): ~64–67 RA.
- Grip Type: Genuine Leather.
- Composition: Graphite w/ NF²-Tech (Natural Flax Fiber Inserts).
