ProKennex

Black Ace 100 300g

Kinetic tech arm protection king. Plush, connected feel with modern Aurelian Carbon. Outstanding for elbow issues.
Specs checked
Expert-calibrated fit
300g · 100 in² · 58 RA · 16x19
On the numbers, the Black Ace 100 300g is built around arm comfort and forgiveness.
84/100
playability
Comfort
96
Forgiveness
92
Feel
90
Control
82

Playability at a glance

Excellent arm comfort · Excellent forgiveness · Excellent feel
Catalog index 84/100. The more useful signal is the trait mix: Excellent arm comfort · Excellent forgiveness · Excellent feel. Match score uses your profile, budget, comfort needs, and available spec evidence.

Why this racket fits

Profile-based estimate. Edit the Find flow for a sharper match if these defaults do not describe you.
Why this fit?
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Matches your playing level.
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Suits your shot preference.
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Weight sits in your preferred range.
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Works with your swing speed.
Strong fit signal from your profile and the available spec evidence.
- Level fit: listed for intermediate players.
- Shot fit: You favour heavy topspin — the open 16x19 pattern and spin 78/100 add bite to rally balls.
- Evidence confidence: high measured-spec support.

Specs

Weight
300g
Head
100 sq in
Pattern
16x19
Stiffness
58 RA

How it plays — our read

On the numbers, the Black Ace 100 300g is built around arm comfort and forgiveness. It avoids any glaring weakness across the spec sheet. The weight sits in the accessible-but-stable middle, workable for a wide range of swing speeds. It is one of the gentler frames on the arm, a sensible pick if elbow or wrist comfort is a real concern.
A spec-based editorial read from FitSelect, derived from verified numbers — not aggregated user reviews.

Best for

· Arm-sensitive players
· Comfort-first advanced
· Players with tennis elbow

Tradeoffs

· Less raw power than big brand power frames
· Unique feel

String and tension recommender

Setup
Multifilament/poly hybrid
Tension
48-54 lbs / 22-24.5 kg
A slightly firmer setup can sharpen directional control. Do not chase control with high tension if comfort drops. Multifilament at moderate tension keeps comfort profile.
Not sure about grip size? Read the grip guide →

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