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How Often Should I Change or Replace My Tennis Racquet Strings?

13 Mar 2019/10 Comments

One of the most common questions asked about tennis strings is, “how often should they be replaced?” It’s a great question and one that isn’t always given a whole lot of consideration.

The truth is, strings wear down from play, lose their elasticity and tension and ultimately if left too long can have a negative impact on your play. Let’s take a deeper look at why and when you should change your tennis racquet strings.

The Best Tennis Strings for 2019

12 Jan 2019/Start the Conversation

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If you’re in the market for a new set of tennis strings, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve carefully selected 10 of the best tennis strings for 2019 and built this guide to help you find the exact set that fits your needs.

The Best Tennis Racquets for 2019

11 Jan 2019/Start the Conversation

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Are you on the hunt for the best tennis racquet? Look no further.

We have hand-selected the most complete and thorough list of the 22 best tennis racquets for 2019, organized with all the important details you need to select the perfect frame for yourself or as a generous gift.

This year, our list is better than ever!

The Best Tennis Racquets for Beginners 2019

The 11+ Best Tennis Racquets for Beginners in 2019

20 Dec 2018/Start the Conversation

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If there’s one thing that can make getting started with tennis tricky, it’s the dizzying selection of tennis racquets coupled with marketing jargon that suggests every tennis racquet is the best.

Today, we’re going to walk you through step-by-step how to approach selecting a racquet if you’re new to the game and share our recommendations and reviews for the best tennis racquets for beginners in 2019.

The 10+ Best Kids Tennis Rackets for Juniors

14 Nov 2018/8 Comments

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Tennis is a lifetime sport. Introduce your kids early, and they’ll be able to enjoy the game late into their lives.

As a parent, you may be wondering what’s the best tennis racquet for your child or toddler and how to choose the right size. In this guide, we’re going to share our list of the best kid’s tennis racquets for juniors and provide you with a simple way to ensure you pick the right size to set them up for success.

Cheap Tennis Racquets: Does taking the inexpensive road hurt your game?

01 Nov 2018/Start the Conversation

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There’s a blush of enthusiasm with any new interest and sometimes the excitement makes it easy to make expensive mistakes.

Fortunately, taking up tennis doesn’t need to be. You can start up with affordable equipment and be playing this afternoon. Here’s how.

Polyester Tennis Strings - Tennis Racquet Strung With Polys in Background

The Ultimate Guide to Polyester Tennis Strings

26 Nov 2016/1 Comment

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In recent years, polyester tennis strings have surged in popularity as professional players on the ATP and WTA tour have increasingly adopted them as their preferred string.

If you’re looking to learn more about polys, then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know (and more) about polyester tennis strings.

A picture of the Lobster Elite 2 Portable tennis ball machine and the electronic panel used for adjusting settings.

Buying a Lobster Elite 2 Portable Tennis Ball Machine

10 Nov 2016/Start the Conversation

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If you’re in the market for a new ball machine, then the Lobster Elite 2 has the potential to be a great fit as one of the most popular and top-selling on the market.

In this article, we’re going to provide you with an in-depth review and breakdown of the Lobster Elite 2 so that you can make an informed decision about whether this is the right machine for you.

A photograph of the the front of Tecnifibre X-One Biphase in the sand at the beach on a sunny day.

Tecnifibre X-One Biphase String Review & Playtest

22 Aug 2016/15 Comments

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X-One Biphase is a premium multifilament string that combines the best of Tecnifibre’s technologies into a single string to produce power, comfort, and gut-like feel.

One of the string’s standout qualities was how comfortable it was to play with. Even strung at a higher tension, X-One Biphase still retains its cloud-like comfort which is great for any players suffering from tennis elbow or simply looking for an all around arm-friendly string.

Tennis String Gauge and Its Impact on Performance

12 Jun 2014/2 Comments

If you’re just getting started with tennis string one of the helpful attributes to understand is tennis string gauge or the thickness of the tennis string and how it impacts performance.

While rather basic in concept many players rarely consider string gauge and therefore don’t fully reap the benefits of stringing their racquet with the best gauge for their level and style of play.

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