Introducing the Noir Blade 98 16x19 v8! Featuring the same specs and playability as the standard Blade 98, this racquet sports a very sleek all-black cosmetic. At 11.3 strung and boasting a speedy sub 320 swingweight, the Noir Blade 98 16x19 v8 is ideal for intermediate and advanced players, especially if they want a classic feeling player's racquet with modern speed. This racquet also packs a buttery 61-RA stiffness, giving it outstanding ball feedback and arm-friendly comfort. The signature technology is Braid 45, which includes graphite and aramid fibers woven at a 45-degree angle to enhance feel, pocketing and stability. This racquet also features Direct Connect Technology which fuses the butt cap directly to the carbon fiber portion of the handle for added stability. Experienced players looking for speed, spin, precision and feel should love this one.