PRICE $169
HEAD SIZE 95 sq. in.
LENGTH 27 in.
WEIGHT 11.9 oz.
FLEXIBILITY Flexible
BALANCE 9/10 in. head light
BEAM WIDTH 20 mm
IDEAL SWING Long
NTRP 4.5–7.0

COMPARE TO:
Dunlop 200G

HOW IT TESTED:
The popular Dunlop 200G is a flexible racquet for advanced players. This update has an even softer feel due to the addition of two materials, magnesium and fiberglass, in the head. While the construction requires you to take a faster swing to generate power than with the stiffer racquets that dominate the pro-shop wall, it also helps your feel on finesse shots. When you’re called upon to hit a drop volley that dies like a rotten peach, the M-Fil 2 Hundred has your back. It’s got a small sweet spot and it’s heavy, but the heft doesn’t become an issue until the third set, when you and your string-bean arm may resolve to spend more time in the gym. Although you might lose a little pace off your serve, playtesters said, control is never in doubt.

BOTTOM LINE:
It’s too demanding for most rec players, but it will appeal to high-level warriors who want a flexible frame.