Global Sports: Tips on Choosing Your Tennis Racket

Thursday, October 18, 2012

Tips on Choosing Your Tennis Racket

By Davis Pete


7 steps to assist you in picking a tennis racket:

Step 1: Do not try to get an advanced players racket if you are a newbie to the game. It may just destroy your stroke. Heavier rackets are for the elite players as they need the mass to generate more power. As a beginner, a simple light weight racket is best for you t enjoy learning the game.

Step 2: The balance and weight of the racket is also a key factor. One should take note that the heavier the racket is, the more control and power it will have. The lighter the racket is, the easier it is to manoeuvre the racket and hit the ball. So, it is a question of power versus control. As a start, a beginner should focus more on power. Hence, a slightly lighter and yet oversize racket may provide such an effect. As one progresses, and is able to generate your own power, the player should focus on control. Hence, a slightly heavier racket is crucial.

Point 3: Better players are better off with smaller head rackets as it allows them to swing through and hit the ball sweetly. A larger racket face may hamper the swing of the racket, making the swing look clumsy. Weight of a racket should be dependent on your ability to hold and lift the racket. No point holding a racket which is too heavy, it will only frustrate your game.

Tip 4: A beginner may have to focus on control. Therefore, although, tight strings could be the answer, it may be better to have slightly looser tension as beginners do not have natural power. Therefore, they would require the assistance of the strings.

Step 5: Grip size is very important too in your choice of a racket. If you have small hands, you should use a smaller grip. If your hands are bigger, you should use a bigger grip or you can also wrap an over grip around your racket handle. Grips are important as it prevents your racket from slipping when you play as a result of perspiration.

Tip 6: If you are looking for more power, you can try a slightly longer racket for that added boost. But in general, most racket length are quite standard.

Step 7: Do not buy a racket just because the professional player is using it. Experiment with rackets and decide which suits you the best. There is no fix racket one should use. So relax, have fun and remember all the 7 steps to select a racket. Some may prefer a bright racket while others prefer something more conventional looking. Always choose a racket which suits you. Do not attempt the buy a racket just because the number one player in the world is using it. The rackets the Nadals, Federers are using are not suitable for recreational players. They tend to be heavier and stiffer.

Ultimately, always buy a racket which is suitable to your current playing ability. Consult your coach or someone more experience for advice. Enjoy your tennis and have some fun. Do not let your racket be a hindrance to your game.




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