CALIBER VS TOUR(Hayakawa Kenichi limited model) [Discontinued]

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CALIBER VS TOUR(Hayakawa Kenichi limited model)
CALIBER VS TOUR(Hayakawa Kenichi limited model)

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Average review score

  • Rating: 9 / 10
  • Number of reviews: 3
    • Swing: 8.67
    • Maneuverability: 9.67
    • Control: 9.67
    • Touch：9

    Specifications

    Producer
    MIZUNO
    Series
    Caliber (CALIBER)
    Model number
    73JTB60226
    Grip size
    G5
    Color
    26: Blue
    Length
    675
    Weight
    4U
    Shaft stiffness / feel
    Medium
    Head balance
    Head heavy
    Recommended tension

    23-27

    Frame material
    High Elastic Graphite + Graphite (Solid Carbon Concept), RF Carbon, HG Resin
    Shaft material
    High Elastic Graphite + Graphite (Solid Carbon Concept), RF Carbon, HG Resin
    Frame shape
    isometric

    User Review SummaryAI Summary
    The Hayakawa Kenichi model excels in maneuverability and operability, particularly valued for doubles front-court play during mid-height rallies. The limited edition design is also highly appreciated for its appeal and exclusivity.
    ■ Frequently mentioned points
    • Tapered shaft provides excellent operability and handling
    • Easy to hit and return drive shots
    • Designed specifically for doubles front-court players
    • Limited edition design and rarity are attractive
    • May be challenging for beginners
    ■ Representative voices
    ▲ PositiveThe tapered shaft offers excellent maneuverability, making it very easy to return drive shots. You can really feel this racket's strengths in both offensive and defensive play at drive shot height.
    ▽ CriticalDespite the thick shaft, it feels light, resulting in a somewhat unsatisfying feel when executing smashes with full swing.

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    • Jhon

      Jhon （Experience：11-20 years） Hayakawa model!

      This is a limited model used by Kenichi Hayakawa. I like the design, but maybe because it feels light despite the thick shaft, the feedback when swinging through smashes and such feels a bit lacking. I think it's an easy racket to hit with for beginners.

      2017/10/23
      Overall
      9/10
      Swing
      8
      Maneuverability
      9
      Control
      9
      Touch
      9
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    • Sanada

      Sanada （Experience：6-10 years） About the CALIBER VS TOUR

      This is the model used by Kenichi Hayakawa. It might be closer to say it's a model he supervised himself. It's advertised as delivering 'that final push,' and I actually find it easier to hit back drives. Thanks to the tapered shaft, its maneuverability is excellent too. Both on offense and defense, I feel the strengths of this racket at around drive-shot height. I think it's a model for the front court player in doubles.

      2017/09/19
      Overall
      8/10
      Swing
      8
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      8
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    • Hyakkawa

      Hyakkawa （Experience：11-20 years） The Hayakawa model!

      It's the model of Hayakawa, who represented Japan at the Rio Olympics. The color is blue and I really like it. Apparently the specs suit Hayakawa as a front court player, and the maneuverability was really good. Only the regular model is sold now, but maybe I'll buy a second one..

      2017/07/31
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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