Prince

Ripstick 100 review

Prince's spin flagship. O3 ports, a bigger sweet spot and a high, heavy ball.

Racquet product shot
Recommended
Head 100 98: 98
Weight 295g 98: 300g
Pattern 16×19 98: 16×19
Stiffness 63 RA 98: 65 RA
Swingwt 305 98: 315
Balance HL 98: HL
Full specsRipstick 100 · Ripstick 98
Ripstick 100Ripstick 98
Head size100 sq in98 sq in
Weight (unstrung)295 g300 g
Weight (strung)320 g325 g
Swingweight305315
Stiffness63 RA65 RA
String pattern16×1916×19
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Fit check

Is it for you?

Level (NTRP)
Swing
Arm
Your match Strong fit
Strong fit. Heavy topspin, easy depth and the forgiveness of the O3 ports.

    Performance

    Ripstick 100 Ripstick 98

    Playtest

    Built for spin.
    Full notes

    O3 ports expand the sweet spot and free the string bed: a high, heavy, dipping arc with easy depth for a fast, brushing swing.

    + Pros

    • Heavy topspin, a high dipping ball
    • Expanded O3 sweet spot
    • Accessible power and depth
    • Spin-friendly serves

    − Cons

    • Lively rather than connected feel
    • Less control than a flat-pattern frame
    • Rewards fast swings
    • O3 ports need a stringer who knows them

    String for

    50–54 lbs 22.7–24.5 kg Soft-medium poly, 1.25mm Pick: Luxilon Element

    Recommended strings

    1. 1
      Solinco Hyper-G Spin poly Bite that the O3 ports amplify.
      50–54 lbs 22.7–24.5 kg · 1.25mm
    2. 2
      Luxilon Element Soft co-poly Lively and balanced; holds tension.
      51–55 lbs 23.1–25 kg · 1.25mm
    3. 3
      Tecnifibre X-One Biphase Multifilament Maximum touch and comfort.
      52–56 lbs 23.6–25.4 kg · 1.24mm

    Who plays it

    Tour frames customised

    No player in our database uses this frame.

    Verdict: 8.4

    Prince's spin flagship: O3 ports expand the sweet spot and free the string bed for heavy topspin, easy depth and forgiveness. More control: Ripstick 98. Purist control: Phantom 100P.

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    FAQ

    Is the Prince Ripstick good for beginners?

    Improvers can enjoy its sweet spot and power, but it is tuned for intermediate-to-advanced players who swing fast.

    Who is the Prince Ripstick best for?

    Aggressive, spin-oriented baseliners who want heavy topspin, easy depth and extra forgiveness.

    Is the Prince Ripstick arm-friendly?

    The O3 ports take some sting out. Use a soft or shaped poly at a lower tension, or a hybrid.

    What string and tension is best for the Prince Ripstick?

    A spin co-poly in the low 50s lbs. Shaped poly for spin, multifilament crosses for comfort, tighter for control.

    Does the Prince Ripstick produce a lot of spin?

    Yes. The O3 ports and open pattern launch a high, heavy, dipping ball.

    Prince Ripstick 100 vs 98: which should I buy?

    The 100 for spin, power and forgiveness. The 98 for more control and stability; string it 2–3 lbs higher.