Wilson Ultra 100 V5 Tennis Racquet

Wilson Ultra 100 V5 Tennis Racquet

The Wilson Ultra 100 V5 is a power-oriented performance frame designed for players who want excellent depth and pace from their racquet without building their game on purely defensive technique. At 295 grams with RA 68 stiffness and a 16x19 open pattern, the Ultra 100 delivers a lively, powerful response that suits the aggressive club player with a strong baseline game who wants a racquet that adds depth rather than demanding they generate all of it through swing mechanics alone.

• Specifications at a Glance - Head size 100 sq in, weight 295g (10.4oz) unstrung, 22mm-25mm-22mm beam, 16x19 string pattern, RA 68 stiffness, Power Rib/Crush Zone construction. The 22-25-22 tapered beam is notably wider than most control-oriented frames in this category, contributing meaningfully to the Ultra's powerful, lively response character.
• Power-Oriented 22-25-22 Beam - The Ultra 100's tapered beam is wider at the throat than at the tip and shoulders, concentrating stiffness at the contact area of the string bed for a punchy, direct response that launches the ball with good pace from a moderate swing. This beam geometry is what separates the Ultra from the Blade, Clash, and Shift lines in Wilson's lineup — it is unambiguously a power frame, not a control frame or a flexibility specialist.
• RA 68 Power Response - At RA 68, the Ultra 100 V5 is meaningfully stiffer than the Blade, Clash, and Shift models, which translates into a snappier, more explosive response at contact. Players who make full, committed swings will find the ball leaving the string bed with excellent pace and depth, while players who prefer gentle, arm-friendly frames may find the Ultra a less comfortable option for extended play without string and tension adjustments.
• Open 16x19 for Spin and Depth - The combination of RA 68 power and open 16x19 string pattern creates a racquet that produces both pace and spin simultaneously — the high frame stiffness contributes pace, and the string movement adds RPMs to topspin strokes. Players who hit with heavy, looping topspin will find the Ultra 100 generates outstanding high-bouncing shots from the baseline that trouble even advanced opponents in the 4.0 to 5.0 range.
• Serve Acceleration - The stiff, powerful Ultra 100 V5 is an excellent serve platform for players who hit with pace. The tight, lively response at contact accelerates first serves efficiently, and the open pattern adds kick and slice options on second serves. Players who rely on their serve as a primary offensive weapon will find the Ultra 100's power character particularly advantageous in match situations.
• Ideal for Aggressive Baseliners - The Ultra 100's power character suits players who camp at the baseline, swing aggressively, and want a racquet that amplifies their offensive intent rather than requiring them to generate all depth from scratch. Recreational to club-level players from 3.0 to 4.5 who play an attacking baselining style will find the Ultra 100 V5 immediately satisfying in terms of shot depth and pace without needing to develop tour-level swing mechanics first.
• String Tension Considerations - RA 68 stiffness means string tension management matters for arm comfort with the Ultra 100. Players who string at manufacturer recommended tensions (generally 55-65 lbs range) should consider going to the lower end or even slightly below recommended if arm comfort is a concern. Softer strings (multifilament or natural gut) will also help offset the frame's natural stiffness for players who want the power character without arm impact.
• Comparison to Blade 100 - Players choosing between the Ultra 100 and the Blade 100 are primarily deciding between power vs. feel and control. The Ultra hits harder with less effort and rewards aggressive play. The Blade provides more feel, feedback, and precision but demands the player generate more of the depth themselves. Players who want to feel the ball on their strings and work for depth should choose the Blade; players who want the racquet to contribute depth freely should choose the Ultra.
• Doubles and High-Volume Play - For doubles players who like to drive groundstrokes deep from the back of the court to set up approaches, the Ultra 100's power assist makes court coverage and baseline control more manageable during the repetitive rallying of club doubles. The accessible power means less physical effort per point, which adds up significantly over the course of a two-hour doubles match.

The Wilson Ultra 100 V5 is the right choice for 3.0 to 4.5 NTRP players who identify as aggressive baseliners, want a racquet that adds depth and pace to their groundstrokes, and prefer power character over surgical control feel in their frame. If you want the ball to go deep without feeling like you have to swing for your life on every shot, the Ultra 100 V5 delivers exactly that.

Racquet Specs — Wilson Ultra 100 V5

*This racquet is sold unstrung. Professional stringing services are available at BusterPro Tennis. Once strung by BusterPro or any other stringer, the racquet is final sale and cannot be returned.