The Yonex VCore 98L 285g is an impressive intermediate racquet.  Highly maneuverable, precise control, with good spin.  The 98L is excellent for intermediate players wanting to grow with a more flexible, 98 head racquet; this the great racquet to learn the high spin modern game.  We find the high maneuverability and responsive hitting make this racquet a pleasure to play with.  Within the VCore line, also see the VCore 100 300g

New for this model are a thicker cross section frame for more control and stability and a reshaped head with slightly more hitting area at the tip giving it a more lively and responsive feel.  This plus other detail changes give an improved model that is preferred by our players.  Besides the iconic Yonex isometric shape and nanotube construction, these include:

• Lock Boosted - Improved grommet design to promote string to ball contact for power and spin
• Improved throat design - thinner beam, longer shaft for optimum torque and spin potential
• VDM - Vibration Dampening Mesh wrapped around grip for comfort
• NAMD - Revolutionary graphite maintains flex during fast swing speed to maintain control in hard rallys

The 98L 285g, uses the same frame as the advanced play, heavier 98 310g racquet.  As your game improves, this racquet can be reweighed to become the 98 310g racquet.

Head Size: 98 sq inch

Strung Weight: 10.6 oz, 300 gram

Unstrung Weight: 10.1 oz, 285 gram

Balance: 4 points Head Light

Pattern: 16x19

Length: 27 inches

Swing Weight: 307

Flex: 65

Beam: 22.5 / 23 / 21 mm

Cover: No