What's a good tennis racquet?

Question

What's a good tennis racquet for me, im a beginner never played before. Height 5'9 Weight 150-160. Never played before going to try out on the first team at our school with some friends just to play around. I was wondering whats a good tennis racquet for me and how can you tell what's a good tennis racquet for you, any popular good brands, of course I'm looking for a non expensive racquet since its my first time playing and if i get cut then well i don't think ill be using it that much.

Answer 1

wilson

Answer 2

I have to say Jelley Shelley's suggestions are really bad. As a beginner you do not want to get something too expensive, but you also don't want to get something cr.ap. moreover whoever JS is seems to have applied no logic to the question and just cut and pasted a listing


You should start with a larger junior racquet, but since you're not a little kid I could only recommend head racquets to you, as other brands' junior racquets would brake and bend when you hit the ball hard.
Head Liquid Metal Prestige Junior, Head FXP Radical Junior, are two good choices and would be perfect for you to start with.
Head Flexpoint FXP Prestige Team, Head Flexpoint FXP Radical Team are also good, but would be more suited to you after at least 1 years play. I encourage you to choose from the first two above, because they are cheaper and as you have never played it is essential that you use a junior otherwise you will have serious technical defficiencies in your game, from using a racquet that is too big or heavy for you to control.
For your future reference I have included a list of good racquet brands and those which you should stay away from. You should only consider these brands once you are experienced enough to graduate from a junior racquet.

I would reccomend the following brands: Prince, head, babolat, fischer, dunlop and possibly volkl, maybe power angle.
Stay away from: Prokennex, wilson, w line, avery, gamma, technifibre and yonex.they are either sub-standard for hitting with, and wilsons are not only sub-standard but brake easily.

Answer 3

That question is rhetorical right off the bat! Everyone is unique. Therefore no raqcuet is the best. Personally i like the Yonex RDS 001 MP. It's my current raqcuet (i have 5 of them in my tennis bag and 2 non-mid pluses) and my favourite. They are considered the best racquets to me because they can be strung to 65 LBS whilst the flexpoint of the racquets maintains power. I have tested the streamline of the racquet with a smoke machine and it outdoes most other similiar racquets. also it is a great tweener racquet. In relation to your question, i think most head pro racquets are quite good. Thanks

Answer 4

I cant recommend a specific model as what I like doesnt mean you will like it. Some brands that I have used before that I liked and would recommend are Babolat, Head, Wilson and Yonex. These brands also have good resale value if you decide to quit the sport.

My advice is to get a racket that looks good to you and gives you confidence when you hold it. When you test out rackets, take note of the following - is the grip comfortable and does the racket feel balanced? As a beginner, you probably should go for something that costs around $100 bucks, is head heavy (to generate power) and has a head size of at around 100sq in. Make sure you get something that fits your hand, I suspect 4 3/8 would be good - ask the person at the store to be sure. Ask for a 16 ga synthetic like Gamma Synthetic Gut 16 and string it in the middle of the tension range. You might want to get a few overgrips as well. Good luck.

Answer 5

Depending on your definition of expensive, here are some samples of racquets. For beginners, you should start with oversize for better hitting.

If you want to know if a racquet is good for you, you have to try. You would never know something until you try. Once you start playing tennis, you should try several different racquets and see which ones:

a) Fits you right by racquet size and grip
b)Gives you comfort while playing
c)Gives you a good feeling or allows maximum power, spin, etc.
d) Which brands you like best
e) What price is right

Style of presentation:
Name of racquet - price (What the racquet really if for)
Description of racquet

HEAD Standard XL Oversize - $14.95 (Starters who do not know how to play yet)
Pre-strung recreational racquet constructed of a lightweight I-beam Alloy frame. Features classic cross section for feel and comfort, over-sized head for more forgiveness, and Xtralong length for power and reach.

HEAD Ti. Eclipse Over- $39.95 (For use by VERY casual players)
This great racquet from HEAD features titanium-mesh technology, an oversized head and is super lightweight. A great racquet for the casual to semi serious player.

HEAD Nano Titanium Extreme - $49.95 (Casual players)
The Head Nano Titanium Extreme is a lightweight racquet structured at the molecular level. Integrated Nano material strengthens the original Ti. Weaves giving you a stronger, faster, and more stable racquet than ever before.

HEAD Liquidmetal Rave - $79.95 (Intermediate Players)
Right between Head's control and tour series offering great maneuverability. Ideal for players with a moderate to longer swing style in a midplus head size.

HEAD Liquidmetal Instinct - $79.95- (Intermediate Players)
High-tech Liquidmetal technology for today's hottest rising stars.Designed for aggressive players with longer, faster swing style.

HEAD Liquidmetal 1- $89.95-(Advanced Intermediates)
Liquidmetal value in a pro/specialty only racquet. An ideal racquet for players with moderate swing speeds.

HEAD FXP Prestige Team- $189.95 (Advanced Players)
The never-ending legend, now with a 102 in² headsize. This great team racquet has a design similar to tour racquets and offers an ultimate touch and great feel.

Note: The reason I chose HEAD was because it has cheaper racquets and many are for beginners or advanced beginners.

Ranks and Racquets

This chart is not completely accurate, but most racquets cost more if they are for player who are more advanced.

If you are a beginners, you should first start using racquets from prices ranging from $30-$70.

If you are a intermediate, you should use racquets from prices ranging from $70-$120.

If you start playing better, I suggest you use racquets from prices ranging from $120-$200+

For more information on prices, racquets, and ranks, either ask more questions or go to http://www.holabirdsports.com.

Note: I have no relation with the website whatsoever, so do not ask me questions about the website specifically. It was just a random tennis equipment selling website that I personally use and trust.

Answer 6

It depends. Since you never played before, you might want to try some demo rackets before you actually buy a racket. Many of your local sporting stores should have tennis racket demo where you can try them out. Also, make sure the grip size is the right size and it's comfortable for you when you swing and hit the ball. As you progress and learn how to hit with more power and control, you will want another racket. Then do the demo process again, try them and find one you like before you buy another racket. Good luck.

Answer 7

Prince 03

Answer 8

Always buy Prince products. Get a good graphite racquet.

Answer 9

you really need to find a tennis store that demo's raquets and find one that fits your playing style, weight preferance, more of a volley player or baseline attacker or defender or a all-around. It's really up to u....but get what u like if u deom don't worry about brands and what-not....

Answer 10

head liquidmetal 8

Answer 11

babolat aero pro drive