Tennis Racquet Stiffness & Flex: Explanation, Video, Charts
22 Jan 2020/17 Comments
Tennis Racquet Stiffness & Flex
Explanation, Video & Charts
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When purchasing or evaluating a new tennis racquet, one of the many specifications you’ll encounter is tennis racquet stiffness or flex.
At first, it may just appear to be another number in the list of specs provided by racquet retailers. However, it’s worth considering racquet stiffness and understanding how it impacts performance and comfort, especially if you deal with arm injuries like tennis elbow.
Tennis Racquet Weight, Balance & Swingweight: Guide + Video
21 Jan 2020/43 Comments
Tennis Racquet Weight, Balance & Swingweight Explained
An In-depth Guide with Video & Charts
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The topics of tennis racquet weight, balance, and swingweight can be tricky to wrap your head around.
However, by understanding these specs, you can better evaluate racquets and make a more informed purchase.
In this guide, I provide a clear explanation and a thorough review of each, including how they relate and impact performance so you’ll be better equipped to find a racquet you love.
If you’re in the market for a new racquet, be sure to check our 2020 guide to the best tennis racquets.
Tennis Racquet Head Size & Length: Selecting the Right Fit
20 Jan 2020/22 Comments
Tennis Racquet Head Size & Length
Selecting the right fit
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If you’re in the market for a new tennis racquet, then it can be helpful to understand how variation in head size and length can impact overall racquet performance.
In this article, we’ll review how each is measured as well as how changes impact performance and the types of players who might benefit from different sizes.
Polyester Tennis Strings: The Definitive Guide to Polys
16 Jan 2020/12 Comments
Polyester Tennis Strings
The Ultimate Guide to Polys
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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 guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about polyester tennis strings. From their pros and cons to what type of players should use them and how to string them, we have you covered.
Types of Tennis Strings: A Comprehensive Guide
15 Jan 2020/26 Comments
Types of Tennis Strings
A comprehensive guide
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If you’re in the market for a new set of tennis strings or buying your first set, it pays to be familiar with the different types of tennis strings.
By understanding which strings are available and the common attributes associated with each, you’ll be able to narrow your options and confidently select a string that meets your needs. Furthermore, the right string can improve your performance, help you avoid or improve nagging arm injuries like tennis elbow, and save you money.
Tennis String Tension: The Ultimate Player’s Guide + Video
14 Jan 2020/19 Comments
Tennis String Tension
The Ultimate Players Guide + Video
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For many players, string tension is an overlooked aspect of their tennis racquet. However, the tension at which a player strings their racquet can significantly impact performance and serve as an excellent fine-tuning mechanism for playing your best tennis.
Gaining an understanding of string tension allows savvy players to identify a tension that feels right to enhance their game and even help with other factors, such as arm injuries and match-day nerves.
An In-depth Look At Tennis Racquet Vibration Dampeners
11 Jan 2020/1 Comment
The 11 Best Tennis Racquet Vibration Dampeners
A detailed guide on vibration dampeners
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If you’re just getting started with tennis, you may be asking, “Should I use a tennis dampener in my racquet?” The truth is, it’s not a simple yes or no answer – instead, it’s a subjective preference.
If you were to ask ten different tennis players whether or not they like them or not, you’d likely get ten different answers.
12 Best Cheap Tennis Racquets for Beginners
09 Jan 2020/Start the Conversation
12 Best Cheap Tennis Racquets
A buying guide for beginners
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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 discount equipment and be playing this afternoon.
10+ Best Women’s Tennis Racquets 2021: Beginner & Intermediate
08 Jan 2020/Start the Conversation
10+ Best Women’s Tennis Racquets for 2021
Beginner & Intermediate
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There’s an inclination in many sports to focus heavily on the men’s side and pay less attention to the women’s. In tennis, this isn’t the case.
Greats like Serena and Venus Williams and newer players like Namoi Osaka, Coco Gauff, and Bianca Andreescu are getting their fair share of media attention. Beyond that, women’s tennis is incredibly entertaining, highly competitive, and addicting to watch and play.
15 Best Tennis Racquets for Beginners in 2021: Buyer’s Guide
07 Jan 2020/Start the Conversation
The 15 Best Tennis Racquets for Beginners in 2021
Everything you need to find the perfect fit
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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 2021.