PRICE $179
HEAD SIZE 100 sq. in.
LENGTH 27 in.
WEIGHT 11.1 oz.
FLEXIBILITY Very stiff
BALANCE 3/5 in. head light
BEAM WIDTH 22-26 mm
IDEAL SWING Long
NTRP 4.5–7.0

FIRST TAKE:
One big reason the pros can hit with such power is that they generate a lot of racquet-head speed. With this in mind, Babolat has introduced a frame with a flat, aerodynamic throat—it resembles the wing of an airplane—to help tournament-caliber players take a quicker cut.

COMPARE TO:
Babolat Pure Drive Team

HOW IT TESTED:
It’s little wonder that Rafael Nadal, an aggressive baseliner, endorses this racquet. Its aerodynamic beam, coupled with a head-light balance, allows you to swing fast and furiously. For tasks like putting away balls from behind the baseline, whipping on-the-run forehands, and catching up to hard-hit shots while still generating pace, the Aeropro is excellent. The maneuverability also benefits you at the net. You may be familiar with the racquet’s other key technology: Woofer. Also found in the best-selling Pure Drive Team, this grommet system gives the strings more freedom to move, creating a trampoline effect that boosts power and control. The racquet can be jarring when you miss the sweet spot, but then the Aeropro Drive is made for players who are adept at nailing their shots.

BOTTOM LINE:
This well-crafted frame has the maneuverability, power, and control to help baseline bashers dictate play.