Should you shortlist it?
Offers the same nominal weight as the 100L with a smaller hitting area. Try both to feel the difference in forgiveness.
The trade-off
Light does not automatically mean easier: the 98 sq in head still asks for accurate contact.
What to compare in a demo
Try returns, serves and volleys as well as rallies. Check your swing late in a session. Use similar strings and tension when comparing frames.
Alternatives to consider
- Wilson Blade 98 16×19 · v9 — a similar choice; 305 g and 98 sq in. Precise and control-led for developed strokes.
- Yonex EZONE 98 · 8th generation — a similar choice; 305 g and 98 sq in. A smaller-headed alternative for confident strikers.