Tennis racquet for me???

Question

I currently use a FXP Radical mp, but Im considering getting the Yonex RDS 001 mid. because I kind of feel that the radical is very light, and I also want a smaller head size from the 98" to 90". What do you think??

Answer 1

Normally you are right as far as wanting a heavier frame. however wanting to go from a 98 sq inch head down to a 90 sq inch head demands alot from a player. First I would only suggest such a move if you are at least a 4.0 level player and have been playing for 4 years. The only exception is if you are a serve and volley player and crisper volleys and pop on your serve. A smaller head size requires greater timing on your preparation and cleaner strokes. Basically you need to be more precise and fundamentally sound. I know this because i used to practice with Lleyton Hewitts' racket a beefed up Yonex SRD Tour 90. it had great feel and control, but required more precision to redirect a heavy shot from an opponent. I used it purely for this reason, because when I switched back to my prostaff 6.1 classic I could produce more spin and continue hitting the sweetspot. When a serve is coming at you at around 120mph, its more difficult to chip or spin it back with the smaller size head. Normally you are just trying to block through it and try to keep it deep. With the 95 sq inch head, it is a little easier to brush the ball back cross court using the longest length of the court. So i find the larger head makes it easier to return big serves more effectively. But if you have great timing and a very precise and compact return, then you can probably do just as well with a 90 square inch head. However most of those types of players play in open class tournaments. Well, I gave you my thoughts on the subject. If you want more send me an email.

Answer 2

Well first off, I would first stop and look over your game ifyou play a more aggressive and flat game you will want a midsize racquet. If you use more topspin you should use an oversize racquet. I would personally reccomend a prince turbo shark. It has a great blend of power and control and it is a lot more affordable then the Prince O3 series or the Wilson nCode series which usually run in the $220+ range

Answer 3

Yonex puts out good frames. The best advice and the only real advice is to demo it and not just hit, play a few sets and then return it and try it again a few days later. Good luck

Answer 4

I think that you should get the O3 White. It gives you control and power.

Answer 5

I dont what smaller head

Answer 6

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