Racket buying guides

Tennis Racket Guides

Use these guides to understand the specs behind the finder: weight, head size, stiffness, string pattern, comfort, control, spin, and player fit.

Choosing basics

A practical guide to level, swing speed, weight, head size, comfort, and budget.

Specs guides

How racket weight affects power, control, stability, comfort, and maneuverability.

How 98, 100, 102, and larger head sizes change forgiveness, power, and precision.

How 16x19, 16x20, and 18x20 patterns affect spin, launch angle, and control.

How frame stiffness affects comfort, power, control, and arm feel.

Specs comparisons

Compare open and dense string patterns for spin, control, launch angle, and player fit.

Compare 98 and 100 square inch rackets for control, forgiveness, power, and level.