Tennis Racquets
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David Nalbandian’s Racquet
David Nalbandian is one of my favorite players to watch. He hit the ball heavy and clean and had the game to beat anyone. But what is Nalbandian’s racquet? David Nalbandian retired in 2013 and can now be seen more on the amateur rally circuit and with a padel racquet in his hand. His highest […]
Tommy Haas Tennis Racquet
What is Tommy Haas’ tennis racquet? For you one-handed backhand lovers or fans of good tennis technique and all-round skills, Haas is a great guy to watch. Although he is retired, he has just announced that he is taking part in the exhibition tournament Bett1 Aces in Berlin. It will be interesting to see him […]
Babolat Pure Aero VS or Pure Strike 98?
I have just published a comparison post of the Babolat Pure Aero VS or Pure Strike 98 on my Patreon page. The VS review is on the way! If you are looking for a more control-oriented Pure Aero, the Pure Aero VS is an interesting option. My first impression is that this is an improvement […]
Tennis Racquets on a Budget
It is expensive to buy new racquets. But you don’t always need to do that. You can work with what you have. This is “Tennis racquets on a budget”. Some tennis nerds collect racquets, some buy, trade and sell racquets all the time. But not everyone can keep buying new racquets all the time. Most […]
Wilson Pro Staff 97 Racquet Review
This is one of the most popular racquets by advanced players on the club level. Here is my Wilson Pro Staff 97 Racquet Review. If you go to any club in any country, you will likely see a few players using the Wilson Pro Staff 97. Either the all-black version, which I review here or […]
Can You Play Tennis with a Wooden Racquet?
Can you play tennis with a wooden racquet these days? Well, of course, you can, but is it enjoyable? I brought out my old Bancroft Bjorn Borg to find out… Wooden tennis racquets went out of fashion in the early 80s. Bjorn Borg was one of the players that clung to his racquet, but then […]
My Top 5 Control Racquets
NOTE: for a more updated list, check our Gear Guide page on the top control racquets. If you can generate your own power and want to place the ball on a dime, here are my top 5 control racquets that you can buy right now. Lists are popular on the internet, so I have started […]
Tennis String Gauges
Let’s take a closer look at tennis string gauges. How does the thickness of the string influence the playability and characteristics? Tennis string gauges usually vary from 1.05 mm to 1.41 mm. The most common range is in the middle, between 1.20-1.30 mm. Let’s look at the following table. Tennis String Gauges and diameters 15 […]
5 Tips For Buying a Tennis Racquet
There are a few key things to keep in mind when you’re shopping for a new racquet. Here are my 5 tips for buying a tennis racquet. Do you find yourself lost on what racquet to get? You are not alone. Most players of all levels struggle with this question. The choice is staggering, and […]
Babolat Pure Aero Series
Let’s take a look at the history of the Babolat Pure Aero series (previously called Aero Pro Drive). It is one of the bestselling racquets of all time. In 2003, Rafael Nadal was still swinging a Babolat Pure Drive strung with Duralast strings. Most people knew he had massive potential, but few could imagine he […]