Comments: I began playing this year, and I purchased this racket thinking that I could adjust to anything, since I am young. It did take a little getting used to: the weight was a bit heavy, and my fingers blistered. With all that aside, I am so glad I have this racket because with a heavier racket I am now able to hit tha ball with more power and confidence that it will stay in play. I have the Pro Staff 95 version, and now I would consider purchasing the original 85 version.
From: Walker, 5/12
String type and tension: Wilson NXT, 60lbs
Headsize:95 square inches
NTRP Rating: 3.0-3.5

Comments: PS85 is like an old friend, have tried all the new frames and all their bells and whistles and smokescreens, this is the real deal. I always return to it, simply the best racquet ever made, unequivocally. Not for the beginner for sure, but for those who have used it since it's inception, sheer magic, and I am not the least bit embarrassed for all the superlatives used in this review.
From: Rudy, 5/12
String type and tension: VS Natural gut, 60lbs
NTRP Rating: 4.0

Comments: Just bought a second hand PS 85 and played like 15-20 sets. It's a great racquet! Used to play with Wilson N-code Six-One Tour but this one is better, especially for serving and volleying. And I suspect mine might be a St.Vincent! Weak points: quite hard to hit topspin, everything is pretty much flat. And it lacks power compared to N-code.
From: Marian, 5/12
String type and tension: Luxilon Adrenaline Rough 17, 44lbs.
Headsize: 85
NTRP Rating: 4.5-5.0

Comments: I switched from the Head Prestige Mid to the Pro Staff after my freshman year in college... After college, I became a tennis pro for Club Med Vacation resorts, and was given rackets from a variety of companies... I always came back to the pro staff. More power on my serve, more control on my ground strokes, more spin on my slice backhand and most importantly, more control at the net! When they brought this stick back, I bought 4 of them... Two are strung, and the other two are sitting in my closet.
From: Mike, 5/12

Comments: I took off the leather grip and used a tourna grip on a 4 5/8. This makes the handle feels like 4 1/2 and took about 0.5 oz off the racket. For me, this gives me two things: a lighter racket and a more even balance. I played my first match with this last week because it was a fun match so I thought I would give this puppy a try. I am hooked. Never thought a 4.0 like me can handle this racket. But I could do everything well except backhand slice. People say I have more spin with this than the EXO3 tour 16x18.
From: Joe, 5/12
String type and tension: Gamma TNT 16 (will change to poly soon)
Headsize:85
NTRP Rating: 4.0

Comments: Not sure what other positive feedback I can add that hasn't already been said, but this racquet is truly one of a kind. Responsive, perfect balance, solid weight, and wonderful for serving. Gut mains with poly crosses in this frame play like a dream.
From: Todd, 4/12

Comments: Honestly speaking, I've bought this stick, just because I love tennis and I wanted to have a Pete Sampras racquet at home (a piece of history). I would never think I would be able to use it. Many people complain that the racquet is heavy and demanding and it is true. But I realize that heavy and demanding is good. Heavy means a good plow through of the racquet and demanding means you have to play with good technique all the time. Because of this, I improve my technique and I enjoy tennis as never before. And one more thing, from the first moment I picked up this racquet I instantly started using one-handed backhand. This racquet is just build for that.
From: Jacob, 4/12

Comments: I realize the fan base for this racquet & I respect it. That said I think last years was a better racquet because of the plow through even though it's overly heavy. This racquet has no plow through, the frame is a little too small for my taste and is also very heavy. I will say if you like the feel of a mid size racquet but don't want to mess around with lead tape to higher the swing weight so you can get the plow through you should try out the volkl power bridge 10 mid best racquet I ever played with I have no desire to play with anything else.
From: Phil, 1/12

Comments: New edition is more flexible to previous model. It has more comfort, but less power. I'm not a bad tennis player, but I can't find any way to hit winner from the back of the court. I needed to add a lot of lead tape to 3 and 9 position.
From: Jace, 12/11
String type: Syngut
Headsize: 85
NTRP Rating: 5

Comments: This is the racquet for me. I am glad it's finally back. I've been playing for over 20 years. I use to play in the tennis circuit for about 5 years until injuries forced me to retire. This was always my racquet of choice. I am glad this racquet is still being produced. The quality is a little off but it's better than the other new stuff. Thank you TW.
From: Mark, CA, USA, 12/11
String type: Tecnifibre X-ONE@55LBS
Headsize: 85
NTRP Rating: 6.0+

Comments: This racquet is the best. To compare with the BLX tour 90 is more precise and stiffness 62 is right there. If you watch the ball to your string bed, you can't miss and you can place the ball where ever you want. It is easy to swing with this frame. I put average string in it at first (MSV Focus Hex and Wilson Sensation 1.18/1.30). It was strung on 23/21 kg. This string setup is perfect. Past 4 years I had about 40 racquets(Babolat, Wilson, Tecnifibre, Dunlop, Head, etc) and my last one was the Wilson BLX tour 90. But, the Wilson Pro Staff 6.0 85 is like from heaven.Actually, yesterday I bought another 5 frames. If you are 4.5+ and you play with a one handed backhand like me, do not hesitate, and buy this heaven frame.
From: Michal, 12/11
String type and tension: MSV focus Hex 1.18 main and Wilson Sensation 1.3 cross, 23/21 kg
NTRP Rating: 5.0

Comments: I think people are looking at this the wrong way (i.e., good or bad). It was the premier racquet of its time, and still holds up relatively well to the competition. But to compare it in terms of better or worse makes no sense. It's like comparing a Ferrari from the 60s to the sports cars of today. In terms of performance, the Ferrari cannot compete. Still, I would love to have that Ferrari. And like this sports car analogy, you could use these sticks to make your tennis game better. This is how you do it: Buy a modern racquet that is somewhat similar in terms of weight, beam width, and balance. Then, practice a lot with the Pro Staff 85s. Your game will sharpen considerably, as there are no free rides with this stick. You must prepare early, step in, and hit through the ball. When you finally switch back to the modern racquet, a few weeks before a major tournament, you'll be hitting like a champ.
From: Rich, 11/11
String type and tension: Tecnifibre NRG2, 55lbs
NTRP Rating: 5.0+

Comments: I played with the Original Wilson Pro Staff 6.0 85 for about 12 years and was so disappointed when they stopped making it. The last few years since I have played with the Dunlop 200 and the Babolat Roddick Pure Drive and Pure Sorm, plus some Prince frames, the Yonex that Hewitt used to use and who knows what else. Last night I played for a serious time block for the first time since I got these new 85's (just used it for lessons in the days before) and after an hour or so to adjust I was just hitting the ball so clean. Power, spin, depth, placement, angles; it all came back. I could rip the ball when I had time, flick it deep from defensive positions, punish high volleys, basically hit shots that I have not been able to make consistently for years. This racquet always fit my game. Really I developed my game while using it. Nothing else really fits. This frame does.
From: Marc. 11/11
String type and tension: Luxilon ALU Power 16L @ 72 pounds
NTRP Rating: 5.0

Comments: Hi all, thank you Wilson and TW for bringing this AWESOME racquet back to the world! I have passed down all my sticks to my daughter. My daughter uses this sticks for competitions and has won some national age group competitions with it than her K6 One Tour, BLX 6 One Tour (all sponsored by Wilson). Pro Staff 6.0 85 is definitely a stick for one with good technique, timing. Physical aspect can be built. Many people has been trying to convince my daughter to switch racquet, saying it is not for girls, it is too heavy for her. She will get injured. But, on the opposite, she is getting stronger with this stick.
From: Kong. 11/11
String type and tension: Varies (depends on tournament)
NTRP Rating: 4.5 to 5

Comments: I consider myself an accomplished tennis players who could have gone pro if desired, however my style didn't suit this racquet. I am old school but still couldn't gel with this racquet. Arm injury re-ignited and felt this racquet required too much concentration just to avoid mishitting on frame. This racquet is from a past era and should be kept as a momento for your kids. Don't kid yourself and think you will be playing serious matches with this, unless you S&V full time. Solid as a rock and great for S&V, but that's about it. Suits a synthetic gut or natural gut string, don't even think of using poly strings with this beast unless you string them at 30lbs.However, having said all that, there is something primeval about this racquet that brings out the beast in me and I keep wanting to use it just to see if I can get it working.
From: Sam. 11/11
NTRP Rating: 6.0

Comments: Did I find this to be a heavy racquet? No, it feels like 10-10.5 oz; don't be fooled by the spec (12.5 oz strung); this is the racquet of choice for players with big serve, full and fast swing; very easy to generate huge kick serve. You won't be disappointed if you are a hard hitting style player.
From: Cliff, 11/11
String type and tension: Hybrid- Head Gut 16 in mains at 52 lbs, Sonic Pro 17 at 50 lbs in crosses
NTRP Rating: 4.5 - 5.0

Comments: I have used the Wilson K 90 and BLX 90 prior to using this racquet, and I must say, this is the cream of the crop out of the three. More head light makes the racquet a lot more maneuverable than the former two. There is a slight decrease in power comparatively, but the added control makes up for it. I feel as though not attempting to use this racquet due to the small head size might be more of a mental thing than anything else. Get that part out of your mind and it's a dream to hit. Don't be intimidated. If I can hit the sweet spot fairly consistently as a 3.5 player, then you, more likely than not, can too. My racquet before this one was the Pure Drive Roddick GT Plus, (100 sq. in.) and the transition wasn't bad at all. But, I will say that the weight could be an issue for some. Getting pass the small head size mentally is one thing, but not physically being able to use the racquet due to a lack of required physical strength is another. A lot of the other reviews focus on how great the racquet is, which it indeed is. I guess my take-home message is don't be afraid to use it. Demo it. You never know.
From: David, 11/11
String type and tension: Luxilon ALU Power Rough / 52lbs
NTRP Rating: 3.5

Comments: I've ordered 6 of these racquets (Maximum allowed). I've given up on the newer models. I've used KFactor 90 (all models--previous to newer version) and I must tell you, I still prefer this racquet. I started having arm problems and etc with the newer models. I stopped having arm problem once I switched to these racquets. I've playing with these racquet since Tennis Warehouse first reintroduced it this year. I guess you can say, "If it ain't broken, don't fix it!" NOTE: Please do not put polyester on this racquet! Please use a soft string (i.e Tecnifibre X-ONE BiPhase).
From: Michael, 11/11
String type and tension: Tecnifibre X-One BiPhase at 52 lbs
NTRP Rating: 5.0

Comments: This is the best racquet in the world. Thank you, TW. I am a old school player from the '80s. I have many of the originals from the St. Vincent days, but I don't want to use them, they are not easy to find and very expensive too. Also, I like to have my racquet strung at 73-75 lbs, to which most people's eyes become big and say wow! Today's game is great but I think itss missing and need more sever and volley, not just stay on the baseline to see who can hit the ball the hardest. I also add the weight to the 85 to make it at 400 grams. So, at 400g and 75 lbs strung hitting the ball at the baseline is hard and not so easy, but serve and come to the net and it is no problem. So for the sever and volleyer this is the only racquet you will need. P.S. TW please make the grommets for the Wilson 85, thank you.
From: Fredrick Lee Nichols. 11/11
String type and tension: 73 to 75 lbs
NTRP Rating: 5.0
(Grommets will be available in early 2012. -- TW Staff)

Comments: This is a must buy racquet either for gaming or for collection. Do not worry about the weight, actually it feels lighter. If you used to play golf, then no problem for you to find the sweet spot on this smallest racquet available on the current market. And you will appreciate it, the feeling is just like change from normal club to blade club.
From: Wen, 10/11
String type and tension: Luxilon Big Banger TiMO 18, 60lbs

Comments: It is a great racquet with the best buttery sweet spot feel and sound ever created. I decided to compare it with the KFactor Tour 90 and BLX Tour 90. The result is simply a deep appreciation for each of the racquet for what is is. The 85 is more demanding on my elbow as I was starting to feel it creeping back. Upon switching to the Kk90, the buttery sweet feel diminished slightly but I was able to hit with less off center compare to the 85 and my elbow started to feel better. I guess the extra 5 sq. in. makes a lot of difference. I next juggle the 85 with the blx90 and getting similar result earlier with the 85/k90 with the only difference is that the k90 is more connected to ball than the blx90. In a nutshell, TWis spot on when it rated the 85 at 80 overall point, k90 at 85 overall and the blx90 at 84 overall. Plainly stated, these TW guys/gals know their tennis racquets and business period. This is basically my plan for the future, use the 85 for the first set, the k90 for the second set and the blx90 for the third set. If there is ever a fourth and fifth set, I would use my Wilson Hammer 4.0 110 sq/in stick. Basically the Hammer won't come out much if ever. To sum up my 85 experience, I love the racquet but feel that the k90 and blx90 are far more better suited for me. recommend anyone thinking about the 85 to demo it before purchasing one.
From: Phat. 9/11
String type and tension: Wilson @ 50lbs

Comments:About 20 years ago I bought this racquet for the first time, after 15 minutes hitting I got the timing right, found the sweet spot, and holy cow! I could hit shots and angles that I thought were impossible. Something about this frame that is truly unique. However, it is not for me. If I want to win a match, I don't even look at it.I don't have the physics, nor the technique, nor the tactical intelligence to be able to get the best out of this frame in a match. But for a nice sunday afternoon hitting, I don't know anything more fun.
From: Oskar, 9/11

Comments: I have the Wilson BLX Tour 90, the Pro Staff 85 St Vincent, and this new reissue Pro Staff from Tennis Warehouse. These racquets play different mainly due to the flexibility, larger head size of the BLX and weight distribution or balance points. I have changed the original leather grip that came with St Vincent and the racquet is 6 grams lighter than the reissue ones and BLX. On serve, it is easier for me to generate pace with the St Vincent. The BLX flat serves slowest among the three while kick serves are best with this new Pro Staff 85. On all other strokes, the reissue version is easier to maneuver like the BLX due to the lighter head. Because of the head size, the BLX is the most forgiving racquet. An off sweet spot feels better with the BLX than with the Pro Staffs. But, who likes to have a good off centered shot, anyway? Hence I do not consider the BLX to have this property as an advantage. My main racquet now is the reissue Pro Staff with the St Vincent as the spare.
From: Joel, 8/11
String type and tension: Zyex mains at 46 lbs, Klipper synth at 53 lbs

Comments: To compare with Wilson K Pro Staff 88, it is lighter, softer and more head light. I will try lead tape at 3 and 9 o'clock. But at all, the best frame in history is still the best one. Thanks Wilson for this re- edition. I can sell my wilson K Pro Staff 88. It is too stiff for my wrist.
From: Josua, 8/11
String type and tension: Tecnifibre X-One Biphase at 57 lbs
NTRP Rating: 5.0

Comments: I got the racquet today and tested it! When I first held this racquet, it felt a little on the heavy side. I usually play in the rage of 11.5-11.7oz strung. Add Tourna and out I go to the courts. It took me a few games to break in my strings as well as get a feel for the smaller head size. I shank more balls the first few games than I had the entire week! But once the strings are set and my arms warmed up. This is one sweet racquet! When you hit it on the sweet spot, it's like no other racquet out there. It is buttery smooth and has awesome control.
From: Anon. 8/11

Comments: My hitting partner and I both bought one of these for kicks, and we had a fantastic time hitting with the 85's this week. Here is a stick that feels great, and rewards you for concentrating and executing well-timed shots (and punishes you for trying to take shortcuts). Blocking back heavy shots is no problem, and it's surprisingly maneuverable for its weight. Personally I'm just not good enough of a player to be consistent with the 85 in match play, but I can definitely appreciate it!
From: Gene, 8/11

Comments: I played with the 85 in high school and recently bought one to relive the memories. I quickly remembered why I switched frames. The frame is demanding and unforgiving. However, whenever you are on and make clean, great contact it rewards you. It was a short walk down memory lane.
From: Brian, 8/11
String type and tension: Prince Synthetic Gut Duraflex at 55 lbs
NTRP Rating: 4.0

Comments: I was too late when the first batch was re-issued, by the time I wanted to buy two rackets, they were all sold out. This time around, I made sure I got on the bandwagon early and got two matched and all I can say is wow! I'm so glad Wilson decided to re-issue this amazing stick, it is truly a legendary racquet. Pinpoint accuracy on serves, ground strokes way too solid and penetrating, slice backhand beyond razor sharp and volleys are just effortless. In my opinion, this is not for everyone but if you're 5.0 and up, this is it!
From: GL, 8/11
NTRP Rating: 5.0

Comments: I am so happy! Finally Tennis Warehouse has brought this back. I've always love playing with this racquet. I don't care what people say, I know what I want and like. The 85 headsize to me has more sweet spot than the K Factor 90 I play with. I have more control with this racquet than any other racquets I've used: KFactor 88, KFactor 90, and Head Youtek Prestige midplus. I will never buy another substitute for this racquet. It's just works for me. I hope it will last me another 10 to 15 years like my previous Pro Staff.
From: Sven, 8/11
String type and tension: Prince Syn Gut 17G at 52lbs
NTRP Rating: 4.5

Comments: Praise be to the tennis gods for finally sending the 85 back to us. This is a players frame which allows you to do anything - and if you miss; you cant blame the frame. I've been using this frame for 20yrs and have compared (and purchased) the 88, the BLX, K-pro, but there is like but nothing really like the original recipe of this frame. It took me half a set and now I'm never going back as it feels just like old times. Minus the half step lost as I'm 20 yrs older. Thank you, Thank you Wilson! P.S. - If you have a solid stroke and good preparation, you owe it to yourself to try this frame and see why so many "goats" swore by it. From Federer, Sampras, and Edberg and 100's of slightly lesser players along the way: see if you can measure up!
From: Richard. 7/11
String type and tension: Luxilon Timo mains / Babalot natural gut crosses @ 64 lbs/52 lbs
NTRP Rating: 5.5

Comments: As a person coming from the K Pro Staff 88, I felt like it didn't have enough plow-through for my tastes. But for those that didn't like the K Pro Staff 88 and want something more maneuverable than the K Pro Staff or the Tour 90's (in whatever incarnation like K, BLX, etc) then you should definitely demo this racquet.
From: Phil, 7/11
NTRP Rating: 4.5

Comments: Just an awesome racquet to rip forehands and backhands with. There is lots of controllable power! Forget that you're using a 20 year old racquet, this one will easily keep up with today's modern racquets!
From: HJ, 7/11
String type and tension: Wilson Extreme 16g @ 50lbs
NTRP Rating: 4.5

Comments: Having grown up with the OG version, and playing with the variations of it since then, this is so amazingly awesome to have back in my hands. It plays so much easier than the specs show. Don't be scared of the weight, or the headsize! Strung mine with Luxilon Original at 54lbs. Dangerously close to buying two more of them.
From: Chris. 7/11
NTRP Rating: 4.5-5.0