| When choosing a tennis racquet, it's important to find | | | | For a little more control, minimise the length. |
| equipment that is designed for your skill and playing | | | | |
| style. The right racquet will allow you to play with more | | | | The heavier the racquet, the more power potential and |
| confidence and consistency. | | | | the easier it is to return an opponent's powerful shot. |
| | | | | These heavier racquets however are more taxing on |
| There are a few important elements to consider when | | | | the player so many beginners choose a lighter racquet |
| choosing the optimum tennis racquet for your needs | | | | to conserve energy levels. Most players tend to |
| including the size and shape of the head, weight, | | | | choose a racquet that weighs 310 grams or more. |
| balance, length, thickness and the material that the | | | | Anything less than 270grams lacks power and stability. |
| frame is made of. | | | | |
| | | | | Another great measure is swing rate which describes |
| If you want increased power, spin and surface area of | | | | how heavy a racquet feels when you swing it. |
| the sweet spot, you should choose a larger head size | | | | |
| of 107 square inches or more. 100-105 square inches | | | | Head shape is another important factor in your choice |
| will give you even control and a head of less than 98 | | | | of tennis racquet. It defines the shape and location of |
| square inches will allow you to swing freely and | | | | the sweet spot which is the most powerful part of the |
| aggressively. | | | | string bed and generates the least amount of vibration. |
| | | | | Round head shapes tend to have a round sweet spot, |
| Beginners and recreational players may choose a | | | | while teardrop shaped heads generally have an oblong |
| longer racquet than the standard 28 inches providing | | | | sweet spot that lets the spot extend higher up the |
| more reach power and a greater capacity for spin. | | | | bed. |