Finding the right racket ... a myth?
Apr 06 '00
These days, shopping for a tennis racket is like choosing what kind of cereal to buy at the supermarket; there's something for everyone. Lately, the gimmick that racket manufacturers have used is designing rackets to be significantly more powerful than they ever have been. Unfortunately, I think this deters people from getting the racket that is best for them.
A lot of people say that you can play with any tennis racket. I don't think this is true. I play varsity tennis at Johns Hopkins University, and there about two rackets in the world that I can use effectively (relative to my level of play).
First of all, it is important that the weight and size of the racket be perfect. If you're 5 feet tall, and you purchase a heavy, oversized racket, it's going to feel awkward. Along those same lines, if you're 6 feet tall, and you are using the Wilson Hammer 6.2, you may hardly be able to feel yourself swinging the racket.
Second, dependant upon your level of play, I really don't think that the "power" a racket can add is significant. Power should come from your technique, not from your racket. If it comes solely from your equipment, you will not be able to harness it and use it properly. Thus, you should go with the racket that is most comfortable in feel, not that which is most powerful.
Finally, never listen to people who recommend rackets that are popular. Every person is a different size and weight and has different physical abilities. Thus, going with the "norm" is generally not going to be the right thing for you.
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Member: Daniel Kreeger
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