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Ashaway Viper XT 1500 vs Ashaway Viper XT 1600

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1 Ashaway Viper XT 1500
2 Ashaway Viper XT 1600
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Most rackets come in more than one weight. Each racket is shown in 4U, with its own balance and match.
1315 rackets shown.
280285290295300305Head heavy298 mm +Slightlyhead heavy293-297 mmEven288-292 mmSlightlyhead light283-287 mmHead light< 283 mm 1 2 HEAD HEAVY HEAD LIGHT FLEXIBLE STIFF

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  • Ashaway Viper XT 1600 is the most head-heavy, for more power behind smashes.
  • Ashaway Viper XT 1500 is the lightest, quickest to swing.
  • Ashaway Viper XT 1500 is the cheapest, £20 less than the dearest.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Viper XT 1500 if

  • you play fast at the net or defend a lot: it is lighter in the head
  • you want a lighter racket that is quicker to swing
  • you would rather spend less: it is £20 cheaper in UK shops today

Choose the Viper XT 1600 if

  • you want more power behind smashes and clears: it is more head-heavy
  • you like a solid, heavier feel

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1 Ashaway Viper XT 15002 Ashaway Viper XT 1600
UK price£76.95£96.99
RRP£120£120
Weight82 g · 4U87 g · 3U not made in 4U
Balance282 mm · Head light≈290 mm · Even
FlexStiff · 75/100Stiff · 75/100
Max tension30 lbs28 lbs
Shaft--
Player styleAll-roundAttacking
Best featureStiff value all-rounderStiff Viper power
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