Diadem Elevate 98 V3

Brand: Diadem
Model: Elevate 98 V3
Blade size: 98 sq/inch
Weight: 305 gr
Balance: 32.0 cm
Stringing pattern: 16x20
Length: 27 inches
RA: approx. 64
Beam: 21.5 mm
Swingweight: 318

This racket is delivered free strung with a string of your choice from our webshop. Excluding cover.

Playing characteristics Diadem Elevate 98 V3:

What immediately stands out during the first strokes is how stable this racket feels. The racket plays incredibly solid; actually something you often only have with even heavier rackets. Because the racket is so stable, the racket hardly twists. The result of this is that harmful vibrations are excellently dampened. This is also because the frame is not hollow. Just like the V2, the racket has a rib structure against the inside of the racket wall. In the V3, a special type of rubber substance, called Kraibon, has been placed around this. The frame is then completely filled with high-density foam. This 3-unit ensures an extremely arm-friendly control racket; almost a pro-stock-like feel.

From the baseline, the racket is fast and precise. The returns in particular come off wonderfully. The steering is direct and always controlled. The 16x20 string pattern offers a good mix of spin, liveliness and control. Gripping the ball is quite easy, without the ball trajectory becoming too 'loopy'. Balls based on feel, such as slice backhands and drop shots are nice to play. The racket has sufficient touch in that respect. The swingweight is not excessively high, which leaves room for some customization.

At the net you will also benefit from the stability of this frame. Hard balls can be parried well and stop volleys can be played with a lot of feeling. In terms of service power you will have to bring the necessary yourself, but in terms of power level this racket is still above the V2 version.

Overall, the Diadem Elevate 98 V3 is a great control oriented racket with insane vibration dampening for the medium to full swing player.