August 30th, 2011 
admin This one is for all the tennis racquet buffs out there (you know who you are).
I have dug up an archive of the Babolat tennis racquet catalog from 2004, along with recommended retail price of each racquet, now don’t go comparing the prices with what’s in shops now, because most shops sell below the current RRP.
I will post some more archives on other brands in the coming weeks.
Babolat Pure Control Standard Tennis Team Racquets 97
If you’re looking for a straightforward, standard length, midplus players racquet with a stable, comfortable feel, this racquet will suit you nicely. With a swing weight a little higher than many of the best control oriented racquets on the market, it is not only scale heavy, but swings heavily too. For 4.5 – 7.0 level players, who have solid strokes and are accustomed to a heavy, head-light racquet, this is a racquet for you.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Control Plus Team Tennis Racquets 97
Even though it is a half inch longer than its standard length brother, its stationary weight, stiffness level, and head size remain the same. The most noticeable difference is its heavier swing weight with more of a head light balance. This lends a heavier feel to go with increased reach/leverage and somewhat of a higher power level. The Pure Control Plus is ideal for 5.0 – 7.0 level players, who possess solid strokes and are familiarized with head light balance but are looking for a little more heft, reach, and power than your average 12 ounce+ player’s racquet.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Drive Standard Team Tennis Racquets 100
Stiffer, lighter and more powerful than traditional player’s racquet helps broaden it’s appeal. The Woofer System cushions the impact of the ball and proivdes a comfortable feel. Terrific for medium swing to fast and loopy swing players. Popular among players from 3.5 to tour players.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Drive Plus Team Racquets 100
Used by up and coming American and ATP Tour standout, Andy Roddick. Although it appears to be only a longer version of the Pure Drive Standard, it does contain more subtle differences beyond the extra 1/2 inch of length. It has many of the same attributes of the Pure Drive but with more heft, reach, and power. A nice ‘tweener that’s almost a player’s racquet.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Drive OS Racquets 110
The Babolat Pure Drive Oversize offers more power and a larger sweet spot than the original Pure Drive with an oversize head and extra .5 inch length. Just like the Original Pure Drive, its Stiffer, lighter and more powerful than traditional player’s racquet helps broaden it’s appeal. The Woofer System cushions the impact of the ball and proivdes a comfortable feel. Terrific for medium swing to fast and loopy swing players.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Control Standard MP Team Tennis Racquets 100
This New player’s frame offers the control and flex of the Pure Control with reduced weight (11oz unstrunt) and a slightly larger head size (100). Standard length.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Control MP Plus Team Racquets 100
This New player’s frame offers the control and flex of the Pure Control plus with reduced weight (11oz unstrunt) and a slightly larger head size (100). Half inch longer (27.5) provides slightly more power.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Drive Zylon 360 Tennis Racquets 100
A light swinging racquet that will appeal to intermediate level players seeking a maneuverable, lower powered racquet. It contains a surprising level of stability for a racquet with this size & weight. Possesses a fairly dampened and solid feel from the baseline. The head heavy balance and slightly larger midplus head helps neutralize a degree of shock associated with light swinging racquets.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Drive Zylon 360 Plus Tennis Racquets 100
Has many of the same attributes of the standard but more reach, more power, and a heavier swingweight. Despite sharing nearly the same static weight and balance, the greatened swingweight gives a slightly heavier feel. Still, like its standard length brother, players will find a partially dampened and solid feel from the baseline. Will appeal to intermediate level players who are seeking extra length in a maneuverable, lower-medium powered racquet.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Control Zylon 360 Racquets 97
More of a lighter weight player’s racquet than a ‘tweener, giving it appeal to a broader range of players. Because of the slightly head-light balance, it does not feel much lighter than a traditional player’s racquet, but is deceptively maneuverable. Will be favored among intermediate+ players looking to upgrade to more of a control racquet, advanced players looking for improved mobility, and hard hitting juniors.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Control Zylon 360 Plus Racquets 97
More of a player’s racquet than a true ‘tweener, giving it appeal to a broader cross-section of players. It contains a solid, dampened feel and just a tad more power than the standard length. Despite the extra 1/2 inch length, maneuverability isn’t held up, due to a slightly more head-light balance. A nice choice for players who are accustomed to longer racquets and are seeking a combination of control, power, maneuverability, stability, and a dampened feel.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Power Zylon 360 Racquets 102
Has a heavier feel than this racquet’s 10.5 ounce stationary weight would suggest, despite the lighter swingweight. A conclusion possibly helped in part by its almost even balance. From the baseline, it provides a nicely cushioned, somewhat dampened feel to go with a uniform response throughout the stringbed. Appeals to 4.0 to 5.0 NTRP level players who like moderate power mixed with good mobility.
RRP $179
Babolat Aero Tour Standard Racquets 97
This is evolving, and so is the way you play tennis. The key to winning today is speed. For the new generation of players, Babolat introduces an innovative and exceptional racquet desgin based on the aerodynamics of tennis: The aerotour. The aerotour offers the best air penetration ever, giving you more control and more touch. The Aero Tour Standard MP is made for 4.0 and plus players.
RRP $189
Babolat Soft Drive Tennis Racquets 104
A light swinging racquet that will appeal to intermediate level players seeking a proportional balance of power and control. Its larger sweet spot provides a more forgiving feel on off center shots. The open string pattern will appeal to players who like to use topspins and slices.
RRP $119
Babolat Soft Power Racquets 107
A light swinging racquet that will appeal to intermediate level players seeking a maneuverable, lower powered racquet. It contains a surprising level of stability for a racquet with this size & weight. Possesses a fairly dampened and solid feel from the baseline. Its larger sweet spot provides a more forgiving feel on off center shots. The open string pattern will appeal to players who like to use topspins and slices.
RRP $119
Babolat VS NCT Drive Tennis Racquets 110
Get an instant $20 off the purchase of a Babolat VS NCT Drive. Regularly $199, the VS NCT Drive is only $179 for a limited time. Expires 10/15 Full power frame suited for short swing players to medium swingers. Tear-drop head shape provides maneuverability and increased sweetspot. Provides the forgiveness of an oversize head with extra length for increase power. Favorite among players from beginner 2.50 to intermediate 4.0 level.
RRP $199
Babolat VS NCT Control Tennis Racquets 104
Get an instant $20 off the purchase of a Babolat VS NCT Control. Regularly $199, the VS NCT Control is only $179 for a limited time. Expires 10/15 Medium powered frame with tear-drop head shape provides maneuverability and control. Designed for players with medium swing length but has enough control for players with faster swings. Terrific for quick exchanges at net or hitting groundstrokes on the run. Favorite among players from beginner 3.0 to intermediate 4.5 level.
RRP $199
Babolat VS Drive Nanotube Tennis Racquets 112
Two stabilizers, rigidified by Carbon Nanotubes, are located at each side of the racquet center providing it with an exclusive shape. This results in 20% more stiffness than a standard structure. Of course, more rigidity means increased power. Although it has a smaller oversize head and heavier swingweight than close brother, Nanotube Power, it remains a lightweight, power category racquet for beginner & intermediate players with compact strokes. Players with two handed strokes will find the extended grip a great advantage.
RRP $229
Babolat Drive Z-Lite 100
Babolat’s Zylon technology continues to change the market, as light racquets capable of producing plenty of power, not to mention beastly amounts of spin, such as as the Drive Z-Lite hit the market. Like the racquet it is intended to replace, the Pure Drive Zylon 360, the Drive Z-Lite is light enough to allow intermediate players to generate serious head speed, and at the same time is forgiving if they don’t hit the ball dead center every time. Players who like to hit with heavy topspin will find that the high sweetspot fits their game to a tee. While most advanced players will find this frame a bit too light for their liking, there’s plenty of room for customization, and with a little lead tape in strategic locations, this could be a lethal player’s frame.
RRP $169
Babolat Drive Z-Max 107
A light, powerful, head heavy racquet, the Z-Drive Max is sure to appeal to beginning to intermediate players looking to put a little extra zip on their shots. The large head size allows for a large, forgiving sweet spot that will cause even poorly struck balls to come off the frame with a solid feel. Babolat’s Zylon technology makes this racquet exceptionally light for its size, meaning that it will be surprisingly maneuverable at the net, and will still be able to get volleys deep in the court, making this frame a great choice for doubles players and intermediate net rushers.
RRP $169
Babolat Drive Z-Tour 100
The most control oriented of Babolat’s Z racquet line, the Z-Tour clocks in at 10.7 oz strung, heavier than the other zylon racquets, but a lightweight among the player’s frames that it is intended to compete with. This means that while hard hitters might miss the classic feel of heavier frames, they will be certainly enjoy the Z-Tour’s outstanding manuverabilty at net, and will be pleasantly surprised at how firm it plays from the baseline. The racquet’s open string pattern also allows it to easily generate topspin, another plus for players who like to crush the ball, but need all the help they can get keeping it in the court.
RRP $169
Babolat Pure Storm Team 98
Improving intermediate players looking for a racquet that can control a long, fast swing, but is at the same time manueverable, light and forgiving, will find a suitable match in the Babolat Pure Storm Team. Babolat’s Zylon technology allows them to continue to make lighter control racquets that offer a larger sweetspot than convential players frames, and can more easily generate spin. The Pure Storm MP is especially attractive to players who like to hit with tons of spin, as its high sweet spot, open string bed, and light weight, all contribute to making the MP version a deadly weapon for spin doctors.
RRP $179
Babolat Pure Storm Team MP 103
Improving intermediate players looking for a racquet that can control a long, fast swing, but is at the same time manueverable, light and forgiving, will find a suitable match in the Babolat Pure Storm Team. Babolat’s Zylon technology allows them to continue to make lighter control racquets that offer a larger sweetspot than convential players frames, and can more easily generate spin. The Pure Storm MP is especially attractive to players who like to hit with tons of spin, as its high sweet spot, open string bed, and light weight, all contribute to making the MP version a deadly weapon for spin doctors.
RRP $179
Babolat VS NCT Power Tennis Racquets 118
Get an instant $20 off the purchase of a Babolat VS NCT Power. Regularly $199, the VS NCT Power is only $179 for a limited time. Expires 10/15 Babolat VS NCT Power has the ultimate comfort and power. Increased power thanks to unique stiffness of Nano Carbon located on stabilizers. 5 times more shock-absprbing than traditional grommet system. The racquet is 118 headsize, and weighs about 8.6 ounces, and 28 inch long.
RRP $199
Babolat VS NCT Tour Tennis Racquets 100
Get an instant $20 off the purchase of a Babolat VS NCT Tour. Regularly $199, the VS NCT Tour is only $179 for a limited time. Expires 10/15 The Babolat VS NCT Tour os the ultimate racquet for control & ball feel. Increased power thanks to unique stiffness of nano carbon located on stabilizers. Ball control optimized by the Woofer system (+25% ball/string contact).
RRP $199
Babolat Aero Tour OS Racquets 107
This is evolving, and so is the way you play tennis. The key to winning today is speed. For the new generation of players, Babolat introduces an innovative and exceptional racquet desgin based on the aerodynamics of tennis: The aerotour. The aerotour offers the best air penetration ever, giving you more control and more touch. The Aero Tour Standard OS is made for 4.0 and plus players. In stock — ships immediately.
RRP $189
Babolat Aero Tour Plus Racquets 97
This is evolving, and so is the way you play tennis. The key to winning today is speed. For the new generation of players, Babolat introduces an innovative and exceptional racquet desgin based on the aerodynamics of tennis: The aerotour. The aerotour offers the best air penetration ever, giving you more control and more touch. The Aero Tour MP Plus is made for 4.0 and plus players.
RRP $189
Babolat Aero Tour Pro Limited Plus Tennis Racquets 97
The Aero Pro Tour Limited is a control racquet and made for 5.0 and plus players. This is evolving, and so is the way you play tennis. The key to winning today is speed. For the new generation of players, Babolat introduces an innovative and exceptional racquet desgin based on the aerodynamics of tennis: The aerotour. The aerotour offers the best air penetration ever, giving you more control and more touch.
RRP $189
Babolat Aero Tour Pro Limited Standard Racquets 97
The Aero Pro Tour Limited is a control racquet and made for 5.0 and plus players. This is evolving, and so is the way you play tennis. The key to winning today is speed. For the new generation of players, Babolat introduces an innovative and exceptional racquet desgin based on the aerodynamics of tennis: The aerotour. The aerotour offers the best air penetration ever, giving you more control and more touch.
RRP $189
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