The Park Tennis Take
The Park Tennis Take
The AdTouch 97 is for the player who enjoys the rare, luxurious sensation of the ball going roughly where they intended. The smaller head and thin beam favor clean contact and confident direction, while the open 16x19 strings keep it from becoming a joyless wooden ruler. At $159, it is an intriguing independent-brand route into precision tennis. Beginners should keep walking; this racquet has a guest list. But if you already swing fully, like to feel the ball, and do not need the frame to produce emergency depth, this is the interesting outsider pick.
The AdTouch 97 is for the player who enjoys the rare, luxurious sensation of the ball going roughly where they intended. The smaller head and thin beam favor clean contact and confident direction, while the open 16x19 strings keep it from becoming a joyless wooden ruler. At $159, it is an intriguing independent-brand route into precision tennis. Beginners should keep walking; this racquet has a guest list. But if you already swing fully, like to feel the ball, and do not need the frame to produce emergency depth, this is the interesting outsider pick.
Best for
Confident precision seekers
At a glance
97 sq in head · 10.8 oz unstrung · 16x19 string pattern · 315mm balance · 65 flex rating · 22mm beam
Description
Description
Carve’s AdTouch 97 is a control-oriented frame for experienced players who value placement and connected feedback. Its 97-square-inch head and 22mm beam create a more precise platform than modern power racquets, while the 16x19 pattern leaves access to spin and a less severe launch than dense traditional control frames. The 10.8-ounce unstrung weight is substantial enough for adult pace without becoming a tour-weight burden. At $159, it undercuts many major-brand precision models. The tradeoffs are straightforward: less forgiveness, fewer demo opportunities, and a shorter independent testing history. Park Tennis has not yet hit with it.
Carve’s AdTouch 97 is a control-oriented frame for experienced players who value placement and connected feedback. Its 97-square-inch head and 22mm beam create a more precise platform than modern power racquets, while the 16x19 pattern leaves access to spin and a less severe launch than dense traditional control frames. The 10.8-ounce unstrung weight is substantial enough for adult pace without becoming a tour-weight burden. At $159, it undercuts many major-brand precision models. The tradeoffs are straightforward: less forgiveness, fewer demo opportunities, and a shorter independent testing history. Park Tennis has not yet hit with it.
