HEAD updates their most spin-focused racquet family with Graphene 360+ technology for enhanced flex and a clean impact feel. See what changes the line up has this time around.
Tecnifibre Triax Bridges the Gap between Multi and Poly Tennis Strings
Over the last several years, Tecnifibre has been mixing different materials to try and create the “missing link” between the stiffer, control-oriented polyester string and softer, more powerful multifilament string. The brand’s newest addition, Triax, looks to close that gap by creating an internal Multi-Poly Fusion. See what our playtester thought about this new string.
Tennis is the Safest Sport from the Coronavirus
As COVID-19 swept across the world, organized team sports were suspended. And as parts of the country begin to open back up, tennis is uniquely positioned to recapture the hearts of all athletes. Thanks to its individualistic nature, tennis is nominated as the safest sport to play during the coronavirus pandemic.
Seven Tennis Racquets for Outstanding Control
If you provide your own power on the tennis court, you need an ultra-precise racquet to help you maintain consistency and control. These frames are often on the heftier side in terms of weight, and most utilize a dense 18×20 string pattern for more directional control.
Spin Friendly Alternatives to Polyester Strings
Players who have arm trouble don’t want to lose spin potential, but need a string that performs well and is more arm friendly. We highlighted a few below in the multifilament, synthetic gut, and monofilament categories.
How to Combat Tennis Elbow
The tennis playing community is a tightly-knit group. We bond over Federer’s majesty, Serena’s dominance, and the wonderful feel of a fresh grip on a tennis racquet. There is something else that brings us together; The fear, pain, and strain of Tennis Elbow. Tennis elbow has a much cooler scientific name, lateral epicondylitis. The condition is described as an over use injury of the elbow area, specifically the forearm extensor muscles.