Yep, I had. With a couple of my Ashaway rackets. Although I blame mostly on the poor handling during delivery. I'd suggest to go to Pacific Sports and hand it over for inspection. Based on my experience they're rather loyal and will provide you a substitute if it's not your/stringer fault. Did the handle crack starting from the screw? I think this might happen when you put smth heavy on top of it (kinda sit on a lying racket). Shaft holds well since it's quite flexible (even for the stiff models) but as handle is very rigid it just cracks...
tcx100 power? anybody own or had a hit with it? I'm considering buying it but would like some opinions on it first
In my experience specs stated on the shaft of X-Speed match the reality perfectly. I.e. 86g and 287mm. That's for an unstrung and ungripped racket.
Can you comment on the sweet spot of the X-speed? Seeing the racket is more oval, I am assuming it will be less forgiving if you hit the shuttle a bit off center?
The difference is very minor when you compare heads side by side. Personally I don't feel any drop in accuracy when I play with X-speed. And I play it a lot recently. The balance of characteristics is quite right to me.
wow, biribiri, you are really a die hard fan for Ashaway. Looks like the super light is a lot more head heavier than what I had been told. From Nikman?
Interestingly Goode-sports specifies Phantom X-Speed as Mid/Head Heavy at 287mm BP while Superlight Phantom as Head Light at... 297mm. Confusing, m?!
Anyone knows where to buy Ashaway Viper XT 1500? I just broke 3 of these racket and I'm trying to replacement for it. Thanks!
