Wilson Blade 100UL V10 Tennis Racket

The Wilson Blade 100UL V10 is the lightest, fastest, and most maneuverable adult racket in Wilson's flagship control family.

Designed with the prefix "UL" (Ultra Light), this model is specifically engineered for players who want the surgical precision and legendary ball-pocketing feel of a Blade, but in a featherweight package that minimizes arm fatigue and makes generating racket head speed effortless. It sports the striking, modern glossy Championship Green colorway of the 10th generation (V10).

Performance Profile

The Blade 100UL V10 focuses on providing a lightweight, forgiving, and control-oriented experience.

1. Effortless Swing Speed: At just 265 grams (unstrung), you can accelerate the racket head incredibly fast. This rapid acceleration makes it easy to brush up the back of the ball, helping developing players generate plenty of topspin and depth.
2. Forgiving String Bed: The 100-square-inch head size coupled with Parallel Drilling technology creates a forgiving sweet spot. If you don't hit the exact center of the string bed, the racket still absorbs harsh feedback and helps guide the ball over the net.
3. Clean, Vibration-Free Feel: It incorporates Wilson's signature FORTYFIVE° carbon braid (Braid 45) alongside DirectConnect. DirectConnect fuses the carbon handle directly to the end cap, reducing unpleasant vibrations and delivering pure, crisp feedback to your hand on impact.
4. Signature X-Loop Geometry: Built into the shoulders of the frame, this design element ensures the racket resists twisting when blocking back faster shots, keeping your shots on target.

Best Suited For

The Blade 100UL V10 is a specialized entry point into the Blade franchise. It is highly recommended for:

1. Transitioning Juniors: Young, competitive players who are moving away from 25 or 26-inch junior frames and need their first full-length, 27-inch adult racket without overwhelming their wrists or shoulders.
2. Beginners & Early Intermediates (NTRP 2.0 - 3.0): Players still developing their swing mechanics who want a high-end, comfortable racket that helps them control the ball rather than spraying it past the baseline.
3. Players Easing Back from Injury: Anyone dealing with tennis elbow, shoulder fatigue, or joint pain who wants a premium, plush-feeling racket that is exceptionally gentle on the body.

Stringing Pro-Tip: Because the 100UL V10 is so light, avoid stiff polyester strings (like Luxilon 4G or Solinco Hyper-G) unless you are stringing them very low (under 48 lbs). A soft, premium multifilament string like Wilson NXT 16 strung at 53 lbs is the absolute perfect match for this frame, offering amazing comfort, a massive sweet spot, and natural power.

Specifications

• Head Size: 100 sq in / 645 sq cm.
• Length: 27 in / 68.58 cm.
• Unstrung Weight: 265 g / 9.3 oz.
• Strung Weight: ~280 g / 9.9 oz.
• Unstrung Balance: 33.5 cm / 2 pts Head Light (HL).
• Strung Balance: 34.5 cm / 1 pt Head Heavy (HH).
• Stiffness (RA): ~68–69 (Slightly crisper for easier depth).
• Beam Width: 22 mm Flat Beam (Constant).
• String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses.