Babolat
Babolat Evo Drive Tour Gen2 Tennis Racket - Strung - Blue
Babolat Evo Drive Tour Gen2 Tennis Racket - Strung - Blue
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The Babolat Evo Drive Tour Gen2 (102549) is a strung tennis racket for competitive players who want an accessible mix of power, control and stability. Slightly heavier than its Evo Drive siblings, the Tour model gives more plough-through on groundstrokes and better stability on volleys for both singles and doubles.
Key Features
- 285g unstrung – a tour-style weight that balances a manageable swingweight with a solid feel, helping you hold your line from the baseline or at the net without losing manoeuvrability.
- Air Handle Touch (AHT) – integrated into the handle to absorb shock and reduce the vibration that travels up the arm, for a smoother, more forgiving feel on off-centre shots and long sessions.
- 16x19 string pattern, graphite frame and 23-26-23mm elliptical beam – adds power while keeping control.
- Woofer System – increases contact time for more feel, spin and precision.
- Strung – ready to play.
Performance Overview
The Evo Drive Tour Gen2 pairs comfort-driven technology with a modern, performance-first frame. The extra weight brings stability and depth on groundstrokes and volleys, while AHT keeps the frame comfortable through longer rallies and tighter points.
Who Is It For?
- Intermediate to advanced players who compete in singles and doubles and want added weight for stability.
- Players who need power with comfort, even under pressure.
- Players progressing to an advanced level who want a tour-inspired feel without going full pro-spec.
- Players who like the Pure Drive-inspired design but prefer a more forgiving response.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Babolat |
| Model | Evo Drive Tour Gen2 (102549) |
| Colour | Blue |
| Head size | 660 cm² / 102 in² |
| Length | 685 mm / 27 in |
| Weight (unstrung) | 285g ± 7g |
| Balance (unstrung) | 320 mm ± 7 mm |
| Swingweight | 290 |
| String pattern | 16x19 |
| Beam width | 23-26-23 mm |
| Material | Graphite |
| Stiffness (RA) | 70 (without AHT) / 67 (with AHT) |
| Recommended tension | 23–25 kg |
| Recommended string | Babolat XALT |
| Grip | Syntec Evo |
| Strung/Unstrung | Strung – ready to play |
| Cover | Not included |
Why Buy from Central Sports?
- ✅ 100% Genuine & Authorised Babolat Products
- 🎾 Half-price string upgrade – strung by our own stringers
- 📦 Secure Packaging & Fast Processing
- 🤝 Reliable Customer Support
- 🆕 Access to Latest Releases & Collections
- ✍️ Free personalised autograph
Final Verdict
A stable, comfortable step up within the Evo range: more weight and depth than the Evo Drive, with AHT keeping it arm-friendly.
