2014 Babolat Drive 115 115inch 16*20 255g

Year: 2014

Babolat Drive 115 2014 is a tennis racket with head size 115in² and a string pattern 16x20.The declared unstrung frame weight is 255g, the balance is equal to 350mm and the stiffness is 69 RA.

2014 Babolat Drive 115 115inch 16*20 255g

Brand

Babolat

Model

Drive

Weight (Unstrung)

255g (8.00 oz)

Head Size

115 in²

String Pattern

16x20

Stiffness (RA)

69 RA

Stiff

Balance

350mm

Expert Review

This racquet sits in the oversize game improvement category and is designed around its primary performance strengths. The 115 in² head size boosts forgiveness and sweet spot size. A stiffness rating of 69 RA results in a firmer, more responsive feel at impact. With an unstrung weight of 255 g, the frame favors maneuverability. The 16x20 string pattern (open) influences spin access and launch angle. Performance-wise, it scores 100/100 for power, 60/100 for spin, and 20/100 for control, outlining its on-court behavior. Comfort levels are above average, supporting longer hitting sessions. It is best suited for beginner players.

User Feedback

Player discussions around racquets with this profile tend to focus on how it behaves in real match conditions. Forum users commonly point out the forgiving nature of larger-headed frames like this, especially on off-center hits. Comfort is generally viewed as a positive, particularly for longer sessions. Overall, it is most often recommended by users for beginner players.

Performance Scores

Power

100/100

Spin

60/100

Control

20/100

Comfort

60/100

Maneuverability

62/100

Stability

50/100

Tennis Elbow Risk

57/100

Recommendations

Player Level

Beginner

Category

Oversize Game Improvement

Age Group

Teens

Swing Style

Compact

Playing Style

Baseliner

Recommended Tension

51; 61 lbs

Additional Specifications

Grip

Syntec Touch

Beam Profile

-- mm

Sweet Spot Size

Very Large

String Pattern Density

Open