As the lightest and most manoeuvrable racket within the Blade V8 series, the Wilson Blade 100UL V8 stands as the arm-friendly solution for tennis enthusiasts in pursuit of a commanding feel from their gear. 
 
Enhanced with FORTYFIVE° and DirectConnect technologies to amplify flexibility, stability, and overall feel with each swing, this frame asserts its presence with a dynamic appearance facilitated by a distinctive color-shifting elastic finish. 
 
Tailored for transitioning players and those with a history of elbow or shoulder concerns, especially those whose swing path mirrors the modern, vertical trajectory prevalent in today's game.
 
Blade Benefit: Feel and Control
 
Lightweight Version: The lightest model in the collection, ensuring easy and swift swings.
 
Increased Head Size: Features a larger-than-traditional head size, striking an ideal balance between power and control.
 
16x19 String Pattern: An open string pattern that generates a greater capacity for power and spin.
 
Composition: Integrates innovative technologies in the frame along with a slightly larger head size, embodying Blade's reliable characteristics of optimal control and balanced power.
 
Design: The dynamic color-shifting elastic finish allows the frame to morph between shades of green and copper, adding a unique visual dimension to the racket.
 
Parallel Drilling
Grommet construction provides a consistent, more forgiving string bed response while dramatically increasing the sweet spot.
 
Forty-Five
Patent-protected frame layup produces more connected-to-the-ball feel while better complementing the more modern, vertical swing path. Material increases both flexibility and stability without compromise through the swing.
 
Agiplast
Plant-based bumper, grommet and end cap components reduce overall environmental footprint.
 
Top Grip Taper
Tapered grip lends better feel for top-handed grip placement on two-handed backhand.
 
DirectConnect
Carbon fibre handle extends to directly connect with end cap for improved feel and enhanced torsional stability.
 
Head (sq cm) 
645
Head (sq in)
100
Length (cm)
68.58
Length (in)
27
String Pattern
16X19
Strung balance (cm)                
34.5
Strung balance (pts)
+1
Strung weight (grams)
281
Strung weight (ounces)
9.91
Taper System (mm)
22 MM FB
Unstrung balance (cm)
33.5
Unstrung balance (pts)
-2
Unstrung weight (grams)
265