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The 2021 Pure Drive takes the "game-changing" racquet from Babolat to a new level of power and feel with advanced technological additions. The Pure Drive is a modern legendary racquet. Since it's inception, it has inspired players to push their boundaries and inspired other racquet manufacturers with it's once-unique shape. What makes it popular is it's accessibility to a wide range of players, from intermediate to advanced as well as some strong beginners.
This version features "High Torsional Rigidity" which is an update to it's graphite construction which results in increased energy transfer on ball strike. Players should notice this effect even more on heavier shots which should result in increased power potential. With increased power comes the potential for players to encounter more vibration. Smartly, Babolat also updated their vibration control with improved vibration filtering material, "SWX Pure Feel", which should assist with reducing vibration, especially on off-center hits without sacrificing the feel of the ball.
Babolat has kept much of what has made the previous generations popular. At 100 square inches, the head size is a typical size for the majority of players and should provide a blend of control and power while it's open string pattern will generate easier spin and power. It's weight at 10.6 ounces has enough impact to provide great stability for intense play without being the heaviest racquet for easier access to power for long baseline rallies. It's head-light balance assists with all-court play enabling faster cuts at the ball for easier spin or quick corrections.
When compared to a traditional flat-beam racquet, the elliptical frame shape carried over from previous generations offers extra stability and energy transfer due to it's resistance to twisting especially on off-center hits which translates to more consistent power. This should become more apparent for players who prefer to stick at the baseline and hit heavier shots.
With Babolat's improvements to an already easy to recommend racquet, this is a no brainer for previous Pure Drive players. New players will welcome the dynamic experience this racquet brings with it's trademark power and spin-friendly potential.
Photos used contain images of strings for illustration purposes. Adult tennis racquets are unstrung unless otherwise noted or stringing services have been selected above. Brand logo stencils are not applied by default with stringing services.
UPC#
| Grip Size | Length |
| L0 (4") | 4" |
| L1 (4 1/8") | 4 and 1/8" |
| L2 (4 1/4") | 4 and 2/8" |
| L3 (4 3/8") | 4 and 3/8" |
| L4 (4 1/2") | 4 and 4/8" |
| L5 (4 5/8") | 4 and 5/8" |
To determine your grip size without using a racquet, measure from the tip of your ring finger to the major fold crease in your palm. Write down the distance to the nearest 8th of an inch. This is your standard grip size.
If you fall somewhere between the measurements, it is recommended to choose the smaller grip size as you can always build the grip size up using an overgrip or a grip build-up sleeve.
For more information, please read our article: How To Select Your Grip Size
Shipping
This item has a dimensional weight of 1.0 kg per unit of quantity. Also known as volumetric weight, this is an estimated weight that is calculated from the length, width, height and actual weight of a package. It also takes into consideration oversize/fuel surcharges. It is not representative of the actual weight of a package. We use this estimated weight as the basis to our shipping rate calculations.
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Racquets Returns
Each item has a certain set of prerequisites that must all be met in order to return said item.
The plastic wrap on the racquet handle has not been removed.
The racquet has not been strung.
More conditions may apply: view our full return policy
Customers are responsible for shipping fees on return shipments for refund or exchange. Most exchanged shipments can be shipped back to the customer at no extra cost. Return shipping must be a pre-paid, traceable method to ensure safe delivery.
The 2021 Pure Drive takes the "game-changing" racquet from Babolat to a new level of power and feel with advanced technological additions. The Pure Drive is a modern legendary racquet. Since it's inception, it has inspired players to push their boundaries and inspired other racquet manufacturers with it's once-unique shape. What makes it popular is it's accessibility to a wide range of players, from intermediate to advanced as well as some strong beginners.
This version features "High Torsional Rigidity" which is an update to it's graphite construction which results in increased energy transfer on ball strike. Players should notice this effect even more on heavier shots which should result in increased power potential. With increased power comes the potential for players to encounter more vibration. Smartly, Babolat also updated their vibration control with improved vibration filtering material, "SWX Pure Feel", which should assist with reducing vibration, especially on off-center hits without sacrificing the feel of the ball.
Babolat has kept much of what has made the previous generations popular. At 100 square inches, the head size is a typical size for the majority of players and should provide a blend of control and power while it's open string pattern will generate easier spin and power. It's weight at 10.6 ounces has enough impact to provide great stability for intense play without being the heaviest racquet for easier access to power for long baseline rallies. It's head-light balance assists with all-court play enabling faster cuts at the ball for easier spin or quick corrections.
When compared to a traditional flat-beam racquet, the elliptical frame shape carried over from previous generations offers extra stability and energy transfer due to it's resistance to twisting especially on off-center hits which translates to more consistent power. This should become more apparent for players who prefer to stick at the baseline and hit heavier shots.
With Babolat's improvements to an already easy to recommend racquet, this is a no brainer for previous Pure Drive players. New players will welcome the dynamic experience this racquet brings with it's trademark power and spin-friendly potential.
Photos used contain images of strings for illustration purposes. Adult tennis racquets are unstrung unless otherwise noted or stringing services have been selected above. Brand logo stencils are not applied by default with stringing services.
| Grip Size | Length |
| L0 (4") | 4" |
| L1 (4 1/8") | 4 and 1/8" |
| L2 (4 1/4") | 4 and 2/8" |
| L3 (4 3/8") | 4 and 3/8" |
| L4 (4 1/2") | 4 and 4/8" |
| L5 (4 5/8") | 4 and 5/8" |
To determine your grip size without using a racquet, measure from the tip of your ring finger to the major fold crease in your palm. Write down the distance to the nearest 8th of an inch. This is your standard grip size.
If you fall somewhere between the measurements, it is recommended to choose the smaller grip size as you can always build the grip size up using an overgrip or a grip build-up sleeve.
For more information, please read our article: How To Select Your Grip Size
Shipping
This item has a dimensional weight of 1.0 kg per unit of quantity. Also known as volumetric weight, this is an estimated weight that is calculated from the length, width, height and actual weight of a package. It also takes into consideration oversize/fuel surcharges. It is not representative of the actual weight of a package. We use this estimated weight as the basis to our shipping rate calculations.
View more shipping information
Racquets Returns
Each item has a certain set of prerequisites that must all be met in order to return said item.
The plastic wrap on the racquet handle has not been removed.
The racquet has not been strung.
More conditions may apply: view our full return policy
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