Dunlop CX 200 Tour 16x19 Tennis Racquet

The Dunlop CX 200 Tour (16x19) is the "ultimate feel" racket in the CX lineup. It is a true traditional player's frame, featuring the smallest head size in the series (95 sq. inch). It is designed for elite-level players who possess high swing speeds and demand total connection to the ball.

The 16x19 version of the "Tour" provides a slightly more modern, spin-friendly alternative to the ultra-dense 18x20 model.

Key Technologies

1. Sonic Core with Infinergy®: Located at 2 and 10 o'clock, this BASF material dampens the harsh vibrations often associated with thin-beam rackets, providing a plush, "buttery" impact.
2. PowerGrid StringTech+: Even with the small 95 sq. in. head, the string spacing is optimized (wider at the top) to ensure the racket doesn't feel "dead" and to assist in generating the vertical lift needed for topspin.
3. Control Frame Geometry: The bridge and throat area are designed with a boxy profile to maximize torsional stability, ensuring the head doesn't twist during heavy baseline exchanges.
4. Vibroshield: A high-elasticity material integrated into the throat and face to clean up the feedback, resulting in a crisp, refined sound and feel.

Core Characteristics

1. Target Player: Advanced players (4.5+ NTRP) and competitive professionals who want a surgical, "old-school" feel with enough spin potential to play a modern game.
2. Performance Profile: This racket is all about placement and dwell time. Because the head is small and the beam is very thin (20.5mm), the frame flexes naturally upon impact, allowing you to "feel" the ball on the strings longer.
3. The 95 sq. in. Factor: The smaller head size offers a concentrated sweet spot. While less forgiving than a 98 or 100 sq. in. frame, it provides unmatched maneuverability and aerodynamic speed through the air.

Summary of Playability

• The CX 200 Tour (16x19) is a precision instrument. Because it is significantly head-light (10 points), it feels incredibly fast and easy to whip, making it a dream for players who love to hit one-handed backhands or sharp-angled volleys.

Why choose this over the 18x20 Tour?

• If you play with a 95 sq. in. head, you are already prioritizing control. The 16x19 pattern is chosen by players who want that small-head precision but don't want the ball to come off the strings too flat. It offers a slightly higher launch angle and better "grip" on the ball, making it easier to hit deep, heavy balls that jump off the court.

Technical Specifications

• Head Size: 95 sq. inch
• Length: 27 inches
• Unstrung Weight: 310g (10.9 oz)
• Strung Weight: ~329g (11.6 oz)
• Balance: 310mm (10 pts Head Light)
• Stiffness (RA): 65
• Beam Width: 20.5mm Flat Beam
• String Pattern: 16x19