2G-Namd SPEED
2G-Namd SPEED is a graphite composite with uniformly dispersed carbon nanotubes. It allows the frame to flex and snap back quickly, supporting ball speed while maintaining a comfortable response at impact.
The Yonex EZONE 98L in Blast Blue gives players a way into the focused feel of a 98-square-inch racquet without taking on the mass of the standard EZONE 98. At 285 g nominal weight, it offers a more manageable package while retaining the slimmer beam and compact head. That makes it interesting for players looking to prepare earlier, redirect the ball more freely and keep their swings moving during longer exchanges.
Lighter overall does not mean weightless at the tip
With a 330 mm balance, the EZONE 98L retains a useful sense of head presence through the stroke. The 16/19 pattern gives players options for changing height and spin, while the smaller hitting area rewards developing technique rather than replacing it. This is a frame for someone who wants room to progress and a clear connection to their swing.
Its eighth-generation construction uses ISOMETRIC geometry alongside 2G-Namd SPEED, MINOLON and VDM. The combination is designed around useful power and a smoother contact feel, not simply around reducing weight. Compared with the 305 g EZONE 98 and 315 g TOUR, the 98L offers a genuinely different starting point for players who prioritise manageable mass.
Technologies
AERO SHAPE
AERO SHAPE is a frame-profile design that combines carefully selected beam shapes and thicknesses to balance power, flexibility and ball feel. The geometry is intended to support a responsive impact sensation.
ISOMETRIC
Yonex ISOMETRIC uses a more squared-off head geometry that optimizes main and cross string intersections. Yonex reports an approximately 7% larger sweet spot than a comparable conventional round head, supporting a more forgiving response when contact is off centre.
LINER TECH
LINER TECH uses straighter string-entry holes so the main strings can move more freely on impact. The design supports ball pocketing and a more forgiving stringbed response, including on off-centre hits.
MINOLON
MINOLON uses ultra-fine natural fibres derived from minomushi bagworm silk. In eighth-generation EZONE frames, it is placed between graphite layers around the shaft to reduce unwanted impact vibration and provide a softer feel.
O.P.S. (Oval Pressed Shaft)
O.P.S. (Oval Pressed Shaft) uses rounder shaft corners to encourage controlled flex during impact. The design helps extend the ball-pocketing sensation and supports placement and control.
VDM
VDM (Vibration Dampening Mesh) is a flexible mesh wrapped around the graphite inside the grip. It filters unwanted impact vibrations to provide a smoother, more comfortable feel in the hand.
Beam Width (mm)
23.8-24.5-19.5
Generation
8th generation (2025)
Grip Size
Grip 3
Head Size (cm²)
632
Head Size (in²)
98
Length (in)
27
Length (mm)
686
Level of Play
Intermediate, Advanced
Recommended String
POLYTOUR PRO, POLYTOUR STRIKE, REXIS SPEED
Recommended Tension (kg)
18-25
Recommended Tension (lb)
40-55
Stringing
Unstrung
Unstrung Balance (mm)
330
Unstrung Weight (g)
285
Sport
Tennis
Product Type
Tennis racquet
Series
EZONE
Colour
Blue
Composition
Graphite
String Pattern
16/19
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