105 sq. in. / 677.42 sq. cm.

Length: 27.25 inches / 69.22 cm

Strung Weight: 9.9oz / 280.66g

Balance: 6 pts HL

Swingweight: 284

Stiffness: 61

Beam Width: 24mm/24mm/24mm/

Composition: Karophite Black / Basalt

Power Level: Medium

Swing Speed: Medium

Grip Type: Performance Hybrid

16 Mains / 19 Crosses

Mains skip: 7T.9T.7H.9H

One Piece

No Shared Holes

String Tension: 53-63 pounds

With the Tidal Wave BLX, intermediate players will find all-around performance. Players will find a comfortable response from this lightweight option, which comes in just under 10 ounces strung. The Tidal Wave features BLX technology, which incorporates fibers of basalt, a natural volcanic rock, into the Karophite Black. According to Wilson, the result is a significant reduction in vibrations in the racquet. Our TW testers found the Tidal Wave BLX to have a mobile feel, which resulted in easy access to spin and power from the 105 sq in headsize. The racquet was easy to whip through the hitting zone, making attacking mid-court balls a pleasure. The clean, crisp response allowed the TW testers to hit with precision from all areas of the court. The racquets low strung weight leaves plenty of room for stronger players who want to add some mass for bigger hitting. All in all, the Tidal Wave BLX is a good option for intermediate players looking for value and a blend of controllable power and precision.