So to summarize cheaper rackets aren't necessarily bad and offer new players a step up into the game. The offer reasonable performance and very good value for money. The Head Radical 27 is a good racket especially if you want to have a modern racket on court. Its lightweight and easy to swing.
How much should you spend on a tennis racket?
In the USA, the bulk of tennis racket prices will fall into the price range of $15 – 300. A good club player might expect to pay anything between $150 and $250, depending upon their enthusiasm for the latest design.
Does it matter what tennis racket you use?
Yes, it matters for everyone. The inappropriately chosen racket can become a cause of injury (tennis elbow). If it's too heavy or massive for a particular player, it will affect one's performance in a bad way, no matter what their level is. If the size of the handle is incorrect, it would cause discomfort as well.
What is a good tennis racket to start with?
- Head TI S6 – Best Overall Beginner Racquet.
- Babolat Pure Drive 110 – Best for Power.
- Wilson Clash 108 – Best for Comfort (arm friendly)
- Head MicroGEL Radical – Best for Control.
- Wilson Hyper Hammer 5.3.
How do you pick a tennis racket for beginners?
A good racket for beginners should be lighter in weight. You will find it easier to swing the racket and will be able to play for longer before tiring. Heavier rackets can be a little harder to move about to begin with, as the muscles you use for tennis are still developing.
What is the difference between cheap and expensive tennis rackets?
In the cheaper racket the strings were a standard synthetic gut. ... As a rule the more expensive the racket the better the string job. Less expensive rackets will likely not have great strings however if your strings feel good and you can play with them then certainly do not cut them out.
Do tennis rackets go dead?
They do indeed go dead. It depends on several factors how long it takes. One factor obviously is the quality of the racquet. Another is the number of stringjobs on it because stringing the racquet puts the most stress on it.Dec 5, 2008
How much should a beginner spend on a tennis racket?
A beginner tennis racket can be obtained for under $30, and a small racket for a junior beginner could be even cheaper. However, more advanced junior rackets can cost $100 or more. Expensive rackets offer performance advantages for advanced players, but these are of little benefit to many club players.