My first order here was the old style Wilson, they were yellow and white (order was good). This new order is for 2 of the OPTX (still Wilsons, just brighter and mostly yellow). It came on time, no problems. A little expensive for a beach volleyball but it's what they are using these days. Don't get balls wet or, like most beach volleyballs, they get heavier permanently as well as wear down and crack. For serious beach games or practice make sure you order "offical beach" "or "official avp beach" volleyballs, never one marked replica or replica ball. You probably should buy 4 or more good balls for practice and replace them each 6 months if you use them a lot. I have a few of each type of beach volleyballs (previous Wilson, Spalding KOB, Mikasa, and now OPTX-Wilson) since different groups like to play with different balls. Wilsons are a little heavier, so they are good for windy days but hard on the shoulder over time. Mikasa is much lighter, like an indoor ball, and less painful to the shoulder but it moves like the devil when windy and if you hit it as hard as a Wilson it will often land out. KOB is in between. Since it makes a difference, if you are looking to enter vb tournaments, try to practice with whatever game ball will be used in that tournament (ask them when registering and don't assume).
Buy a nice volleyball bag if you have more than 2 balls and have a large plastic bag inside it in case it starts to rain (to make sure balls don't get wet and ruined). Buy a small hand-air pump with a PSI meter. Inflate each ball to the correct PSI listed on the ball (each brand is a different PSI) and don't listen to know-it-alls who want it deflated below the PSI range indicated on the ball. Check every few weeks to make sure the PSI in the ball is correct. A lot of people are using this type of OPTX ball these days so write an easy matching identifier or design on it using a marker (not your name or phone number since I saw a vb once hit a passing motor-scooter that caused it to crash into a parked car).
When not using them keep them out of direct sunlight and not in wet or humid areas. Keep away from pets with claws or sharp teeth. Avoid washing a volleball with any liquid. Just use a dry rag. Don't kick them with sneakers or shoes or they will scuff. Also avoid bouncing them excessively on cement or hard surfaces. If you're going on a trip or tournament trip deflate and bring 1 or 2 with you (carry-on is ok).
Have fun!
| Brand | WILSON |
|---|---|
| Material | Composite |
| Color | White/Yellow |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Item Weight | 0.27 Kilograms |
| Sport | Volleyball |
| Item Diameter | 8.4 Inches |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| League | AVP |
| Construction Type | hand-stitched 18-panel |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 8.4 x 8.4 x 6.2 inches |
| Package Weight | 0.34 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 9 x 9 x 9 inches |
| Brand Name | WILSON |
| Model Name | AVP ll Official Beach |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Manufacturer | Wilson Sporting Goods - Team |
| Part Number | WTH6007ID |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Style | AVP |
| Included Components | Volleyball |
| Outer Material | Leather |
| Size | Official |
