The Babolat Pure Strike 98 tennis racquet offers the perfect balance between response and precision for ones game. New EVO-Beam hybrid construction, (mix square and elliptic), that features different thickness of the beam for less torque at ball impact and better responsiveness. X-Sider technology increases the sweetspot by 10% to bring added forgiveness on off-center hits. Response Woofer technology with new PEBAX material injected to the grommets and bumper which provides a straighter more accurate shot off the stringbed. Stabilizer technology located in the throat of the racquet for improved torsional stability at ball impact. The 2014 Pure Strike is a great option for intermediate to advanced players, especially for those looking for a control frame without sacrificing speed.