Racquet Summary

The Pacific Raptor has tournament racquet performance with added forgiveness and comfort. Designed for the intermediate player looking for power and added arm protection. This is the ultimate comfort racquet.

This racquet was ranked number 1 in the German Tennis Journal.

"To develop extreme performance tournament racquets & ultra comfortable racquets, is easier for manufacturers than developing those racquets that fall ‘in-between’ – commonly called “Sportive” or “All-rounder” (“Tweener” or “Hybrid” in Australia) and are focused at the largest consumer playing base. This ‘target-group’ is difficult to define due to the diversity of their styles. We took on this ‘Mission Impossible’ with testing 12-new models“.

Not too much power, and not lacking too much comfort – predictable control, but not too demanding. Thus the attempt to develop the perfect ‘All-round’ racquet is comparable to seeking the Philosophers’ Stone!

Nevertheless a trend has evolved regarding the basic technical parameters: head-size in the 100-105 in^2, 23-26-mm beam, and 290-300 grams strung, (10.2-10.6 Ounces) seem to be the Standards sought by these players.

Found in the middle of these parameters, is the Winner of our Test – the PACIFIC Raptor. This is the first time that a “New Brand” takes our 1st Place Prize! As we all know, PACIFIC racquets have emerged from the former Fischer racquets, and the Raptor is the updated predecessor of the past “M Rally”, and it was also a past Test Winner.

There are numerous improvements besides a new name, and new design. One of the most significant improvements is the new “Air Damp” system that is located just above the grip & adds perfect comfort, and perfect feedback."

Basalt X is a volcanic natural material. It  provides the optimal combination of stiffness and flexibility in specific areas to reduce torque and enhance power and feel. Also provides a reduction of shock and vibrations which delivers greater playing comfort.

The Air dampening system located in the shaft of the racquet minimises undesired vibrations such as those during off-centre hits. This protects the arm and ensures ultimate comfort.

The special developed and patented Speed Zone System delivers maximum ball acceleration combined with a high level of control.

The Pacific Stability system gives the sides of the racquet face greater stability. This means maximum ball control, even in the case of off-centre hits. Directional control of the ball is enhanced in all situations.