What should i pay attention to when buying a tennis racket?  What makes a tennis raket good?
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Selecting the right tennis racquet for you depends upon your level of play. If you are a beginner, you should start with a power tennis racket . If you have been playing for a while, let's say for a year, you probably should opt for one which gives you more control. Regardless of your level of play, there is a third factor which a tennis player should be aware of: comfort. You should choose a tennis racquet  which fits your physique and level of play and thus you are most comfortable to play with. By choosing the right racket, you also avoid the pain associated with tennis elbow which incidentally afflicts almost 50% of all tennis players in America. So having the knowledge about raquets is important in ensuring that you have the right tennis equipment which will help you tremendously in your quest to be a better tennis player.\n\n\nFor the average player, a combination of power, control, and comfort is probably ideal. \n\nCategory 1: Power Tennis Racquets \n---------------------------------\nManufacturers usually indicate in their packaging or internet description what category the model that they are selling belongs. These racquets feature oversize to super-oversize heads, are lightweight (8-9.5 ounces), longer (27-29 inches), stiffer and are balanced head-heavy (or evenly balanced) to retain enough weight in the hitting zone. These are designed for players with shorter, slower swings and who want more zing and pop. \n\nCategory 2: Control Tennis Racquets \n-----------------------------------\nDenotes tennis racquets that would be used by professional and more advanced players. These models are typically heavier in weight (11.5-13+ ounces), have smaller heads (85-98), thinner, more flexible beams and are balanced head-light to allow for more maneuverability. The result is low-power and designed for players who provide their own power and prefer one that offers more control. Can be standard or extended length. \n\nCategory 3: ‘Tweener Tennis Racquets \n-------------------------------------\nThere are several models that offer a blend of features from power and control racquets. They are often lighter (9.5-11 ounces), balanced anywhere from slightly head-light to slightly head-heavy, have midplus (95-102 square inches) heads and are usually extended length (27.5-28 inches). These models offer low-medium to medium-high power and are most appealing to intermediate-advanced players, seeking enhanced maneuverability.
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Hey TennisChick. You'll find that each player has his/her own personal preference for their racquets. My favorite brand is Wilson because it feels a bit lighter and livlier to me. But I've also been impressed with Babolot and Head sticks. I don't like Prince racquets a lot because I can't "feel" the ball as well with them. But again, that's just my opinion. \n\nActually, I responded to this question a few weeks ago. I'll copy/paste my answer to that question here. \n\nRULE #1: Don't buy a racquet before comparing it with others. Most tennis clubs and racquet stores will have some sort of demo program that will let you try out a variety of racquets for a few days for just a couple of bucks. Often, they'll let you put this money towards your futures purchase. If you're having a hard time finding a store that will let you demo a racquet, then check out the website included in the sources.\n\nRacquets come with different stiffness, weighting, stringing patterns and lengths. All that adds up to a lot of different choices and a lot of different feels. If you're a beginner, then you probably don't need to shell out much money yet for a racquet, just find something that feels good in your hand and use it until you want to try something new.\n\nIf you have loopy strokes and have no trouble adding your own power to your shots, then you want a racquet that isn't as stiff, and that is head-light--usually termed a control racquet. However, most of the population will find these racquets ill-suited for their skill. With that in mind, I'll mark some rules of thumb below to help you sort out the differences:\n\n1) Stiffness. The stiffer a racquet is, the more power it produces. You mentioned that your racquet isn't controllable. If you mean that you have a hard time keeping the ball in the court, then it's probably because your racquet is too stiff for your style of play.\n\n2) Weight. Heavier racquets are usually less stiff, because they allow you to generate more momentum behind the ball (as an analogy, think of the difference between a hammer and a sledge hammer; if a racquet has more weight to it, it can pack more of a punch). Most players will want a stick that falls in the middle of the pack to the light side.\n\n3) Head-heavy or head-light? Head-heavy racquets are usually those that allow you to generate more momentum (see #2). Pros will play with HH, while recreational will play with HL, because it requires less effort to hit the ball.\n\n4) Stringing patterns. Some racquest have more open stringing patterns while others have more dense patterns. You can judge by looking at how close together the strings are across the racquet face. Different patterns have a different feel and make it easier to apply spin and also give a larger sweet spot. You may want to see if you can find a pattern that feels better with your game.\n\n5) Lengths. Manufacturers make racquets that are an inch and a half longer than normal. These racquets give you more whip to your serves. Some people find them unweildy. I don't like playing with a longer stick, but you may.\n\n6) Feel. Each manufacturer has its own feel. I am a Wilson fan, because I love the feel of the racquet. You feel every aspect of the contact. I don't like Prince's feel, because it feels heavier and more dead to me, but that's just my opinion. Babolat racquets have a similar feel to Wilson. Try a bunch of manufacturers and find one that you like.\n\nAgain, demo a bunch of racquets. Don't buy anything unless you're sure that you like it enough to buy three.\n\nI hope that helps.
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I own both of these rackets. oh how cool is that.....anyway the babolat feels slightly heavier but it gave me more power....\nIt also kind of depends on how hard you hit....caz I'm a girl so I need a racket with more power which was the babolat.......I love my pure drive because it is comfortable for me. I kinda liked the Head Flexpoint because it wasn't as heavy as the babolat. But if you take tennis seriously and you play matches I say go for the Babolat :)
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Go to a large sporting goods store, one that has a good selection of racquets and someone knowlegeable about tennis working there. A tennis pro shop (usually in tennis centers) is also a good place to go. You DO NOT have to purchase your racquet there, but you will have the advantage of having someone who is very used to helping players choose a racquet to help you and to make sure you get one that 'fits'. Basically, the grip should be comfortable. The right size is one that your hand wraps around almost completely.
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If you want to learn more about racket specs, see the babolat table linked below....
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Have you hit it, before buying it? The best club in the world may not be the best club for you depending on swing speed, body type etc. \n\nI would highly recommend going to a golf store with a hitting cage or to a range that offers demos and hitting the club before you buy it. \n\nAsk a salesperson and if they are worth their salt they will help fit you with the proper club for your game. Then you can have the option of buying it there, or if that option is too expensive, buying it elsewhere.
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I have seen a lot of tennis rackets made from laminated wood (in the older days). I have seen them made from engineering plastics and fiberglass laminates, but the latest craze is graphite composite materials which make the rackets lighter, stronger, and generally warp free unlike the old wood versions. Stringing of the racket has pretty much remained with catgut. The graphite racket hold tension much better as well.
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TENNIS RACKET:\nWilson (pros use them to)\n\n********************************************************************\n\nRULES:\n\n1.)The ball must bounce.\n\n2.)You can not touch the ball while in play.\n\n3.)The ball can only bounce once.\n\n4.)The ball must reach the servers opposite corner on a serve.\n\n5.)Only the racket can touch the ball while in play.\n\n6.)The ball may not bounce on your side of the court while you are serving.\n\n7.)You must stay behind the baseline while you are serving.\n\n8.)You must stay infront of the baseline while returning a serve.\n\n9.)You can not hit the ball twice while returning.\n\n10.)You can't hit the ball on to the side courts durind a singels match.\n\n*******************************************************************\n\nTENNIS PLAYERS:\n\nBoris Beacker-He won the Wimboldon two times\n\nMicheal Chang- Became the first american to win the French Open in more than decades.\n\nAndre' Agassi- He broke the dress code by wearing a earing and colorful clothing.\n\nJennifer Capriati-Played her first proffesional tortament at age 13.\n\nJhon McEnroe- He won 3 US Opens and one Wimpoidon title during the 1980s.\n\n*******************************************************************\n\nFEDERRER:\n\nAll I know is that he is in the current Wimboldon.\n\n*******************************************************************\n\nPICTURES:\n\nhttp://www.pbsbih.ba/sport/2004/juli/04/roger%20federrer.jpg\n\nhttp://www.hanoimoi.com.vn/images/news/thuy%20si.jpg
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lets see:\n\nFor Control: Head Flexpoint Prestige or Wilson Prostaff 6.1 Classic\n\nFor Power: Wilson n8\n\nFor all around - Head Liquidmetal radical\n\nit all depends on ur preference, if u want control, go head flexpoint or wilson prostaff, if u want power, go for the larger headed racquets...
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Forget about which racquet is the highest rated. The racquet is nothing. Proper technique is everything.\n\nGet a dozen demo racquets and play-test them. Buy the one that works best for you. Spend whatever money is left over on tennis lessons (private lessons are STRONGLY preferred). \n\nIf you can't afford private lessons, buy several instructional books and/or video tapes. This is surely the fastest way to improve.\n\nThe magic is not in the racquet.
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I've been playing tennis for 6 years, so i think i can help. Now with your aim, just watch the ball at all times and make sure you step into the ball. Keep your racket straight and hold on tight as you swing through over your shoulder. Lifting weights doesn't have any part in tennis. To swing hard, you need strength in your wrists, not so much in your arms. So just keep practicing. To make the ball go further, be positive you have your form right. Then one of the most important is to remember to swing all the way through. Yes, all the way to your opposite shoulder. This will make the ball go way further. Much of this you achieve with practice though. So good luck with it all! *Val*
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Tennis is a rather simple game to understand scoring and rules wise, and one that you will be able to pick up rather quickly if you have the ability to swing the racquet on an even plane.  Your best bet for learning about the game is to visit the USTA website.  As far as playing, all you need is a racquet, a ball, and a wall. I would spend some time hitting in that fashion prior to spending any money on a lesson.  However, I used to be a certified pro and very often we would get beginners no matter what age.  Tennis is, as they say, for everyone.
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if you've played other sports before, such as golf, baseball, you'll notice that the swinging motions are the same. if you are comfortable with these sports, your tennis swing should come naturally.  Footwork is also a main part of the game.  As long as you have good footwork, can move across the court quickly, it should give you an easier time making the team.  Anyone can play tennis with some dignity if they have a decent swing and footwork.
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The most popular tennis racquet is Wilson brand. Lots of high ranking professional players uses it.Tennis racquet have many types such as oversize frame for better slicing and returns control, thicker handles for power serving, squarish frame for angle shot etc. It is the feel and the approach of your game that determine which racquet to choose.\nOn shoe, most opt for Nike but it also very much depends on how comfortable you are with the shoes. Any tennis shoe that makes you feels great moving around and the feel of grip are good tennis shoes.
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The United States Tennis Association used to publish a rating guide....you used be able to closely rate yourself.....unless you are from Corpus Christi, Tx....all of their players fall at least 1-2 tiers from their actual ability.....and they win all the time....."go figure"....seriously, haven't played tennis competively....could never seem to get passed the Corpus district......check with USTA...maybe they have a web site and might have the ratings on it.......really don"t worry........unless you have been playing a really long time the type of racket does"t matter.....get a good reasonably priced one and then after you really get serious or better then you can think about upgrading.....besides, by that time you may have a "Nike" or "Wilson" endorsement contract and you will have to play with what they furnish you......"good luck on the tour"
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After seeing your question, i immediately thought of a place to find the Heah Ti-S4 tennis racquet -- eBay! eBay has about ten listings for the exact racquet that you are looking for! Ranging in prices from $10.00 to $65.00, I'm sure you won't have a problem finding what you need! I don't mean to sound like an eBay spokesperson, but they will most likely have what you are looking for. I had a lot of fun answering your question!
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Ping makes good quality clubs that you can pretty much size for yourself on their website.  Callaway is a good brand also.  However, if you are just starting out and money is important, it doesn't pay to buy expensive clubs.  Buy a clean-looking used set at a garage sale or on ebay, or buy an inexpensive new set at a sporting goods store.    After you've learned to hit the ball well and consistently then reward yourself with a nice new set.