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What is the HEAD Squared racquet? A first look
HEAD is working on something new and innovative that “challenges everything you expect from a racquet”. Images of a racquet line called the HEAD Squared have been circulating online for a while. Let’s have a look at what we know so far. A new racquet line The HEAD Squared appears to be a completely new […]
Solinco Pro Stacked Review – An Underrated Synthetic Gut That Just Works
To be honest, I don’t review synthetic gut strings very often. In the past, most of them have been very similar, with only a few differences in feel and durability. The Prince Synthetic Gut Duraflex has always been the one that stands out the most over the years. That being said, I wanted to spend […]
Nordicdots announces Model 99 G2 racquet with major upgrades
Nordicdots is a brand that is talked about more and more among tennis players, not only when it comes to apparel and accessories. Today we saw a new racquet release from them and here they try to address every small flaw from their successful debut racquet. Nordicdots just dropped their Model 99 G2 – and […]
Guto’s tennis racquet – Player Profile for Luís Augusto Queiroz Miguel
Luís Augusto Queiroz Miguel, popularly known as Guto, is one of the most exciting young talents in Brazilian tennis. At just 16 years old, he has already begun to make his mark on the professional circuit while maintaining a dominant presence in the junior world rankings. What about his racquet and gear? Guto’s tennis racquet […]
Signum Pro Plasma Pure Review – Balanced Control Poly With Comfort Edge
Signum Pro Plasma Pure is a high-tech co-polyester string that feels like the “softened cousin” of classic control polys. It’s smoother, easier to handle, and stays playable after several hours heavy hitting. Plasma Pure is different from many of its competitors because it focuses on playability and comfort without sacrificing reliability. This is why it […]
Best Budget Tennis Racquets for 2026 – Tips for Juniors and Recreational Players
You don’t always need to spend $200+ to get a great tennis racquet. Whether you’re just starting out, getting back into tennis after years away, or simply don’t want to break the bank, these budget-friendly racquets deliver solid performance without the huge price tag. There are different approaches. You can buy a used racquet on […]
Best Tennis Racquets for Women in 2026
I often get asked about racquet recommendations specifically for women, and honestly, it’s a question that requires a bit of nuance. Here’s the thing: tennis racquets aren’t gendered. The same racquet that works for Paula Badosa can work equally well for a male club player with a similar game style. However, there are clear trends […]
MSV Cyber Wet Overgrip Review: Ultra-Tacky, Comfortable and Seriously Underrated
MSV might not be the flashiest name in tennis gear, but once you try their strings or grips, good luck getting them out of your rotation. Their Cyber Wet Overgrip is a perfect example. It’s ultra-tacky, soft grip that gives you serious hold without skimping on comfort or how long it lasts, and after putting […]
Yonex VCORE 98 vs Yonex Ezone 98 – A Racquet Comparison
The choice of VCORE 98 vs Ezone 98 is a common dilemma for players eyeing Yonex’s 98-square-inch offerings. Both share the same head size and Yonex’s signature isometric shape, but they’re designed for fundamentally different playing styles. Here’s how these two frames stack up. VCORE 98 vs Ezone 98: The fundamental difference Yonex VCORE 98 […]
Tecnifibre Fire Racquets – Specs for this new power frame
The arrival of the Tecnifibre Fire racquets range marks a strategic shift in the brand’s “Power” silo. Replacing the TF-X1 series, the Fire line aims to refine the power-and-comfort formula by focusing on maneuverability and a slightly more disciplined frame geometry. Before we get into the technical stuff, I was lucky enough to test this […]