great channel to learn everything about tennis...from its technical aspects , trends, history that Harry shares with his 30 plus years in the business and most of his sense of humor.. a million thanks !
I am 64 and play with a Wilson Three BLX. A predecessor of the Triad XP3. I am happy with it. Very armfriendly and a good touch. Well sometimes a bit too much power and a ball goes out, but you can't have it all. It helps my play a lot.
Hey if this was result of my interest in the subject I'm truly humbled and very impressed how you listen to audience feedback. Regardless just a great show exactly what I needed, thank you very much!!! 🙂
Don't know why there's such an obsession with age. I've been stringing for over 40 years and also worked in racket shop's. The racket you use is a personal thing and just because you're older doesn't mean you neccessary need a lighter racket. It depends on what standard you were when younger as to what you use now. I use a Pure Aero as I've used the Aero Pro Drive from when it was first brought out and the racket you use also depends on your strokes. I think the best racket for an older person who needs more power is the Head TiS6 which is perfect for the casual player but far too light for the good player. It's also cheap but the best thing is to demo a few to see which is best for your game.
I'm 63 and have been at the 4.5 level for the last 30+ years. I played #1 singles & doubles for my college (D3) and USTA leagues since the early '80's. My last two racquets were the Prince Pro 100 (5-10 years ago) and the Wilson Blade 98 (5 years ago until 2020). My game had been on a gradual decline and I wanted to make a change. I hit with a good 4.0 player who had a Weed (135 sq in!) and thought I should consider trying a larger frame. I demoed a couple of racquets (but never received the Weed I requested). The Prince Textreme 120 seemed to be the most promising even though it was hard to control. After a few practice sessions with a ball machine (I didn't want anyone watching!) I found that I could hit a lot of very good shots and keep a lot more balls in play with some swing adjustments. I've had to significantly reduce the swing length on serve returns and groundies and block most volleys. And I cannot hit at more than 80% swing speed or I'll lose control of the shot. But I'm playing better than I have in the last 10+ years (mostly doubles with other 4.5 seniors). I even persuaded another very good 4.5 senior to switch from the Blade 98 to the Prince Textreme 110. We both use Tourna Big Hitter Silver 7 Tour 16 (62# for my 120 and 56# for his 110) since that string maintains the tension very well. I had thought I wouldn't use such a large frame until I was much older. But I guess I am "much older" now!
that makes sense; I'm 68 and enjoying the feel of the Textreme Tour 100, although I suspect the 100P might be better for my volley and slice, but maybe going back to too harsh.
Thanks for the recommendation. At 65/+ I am a Doubles Specialist looking for a new stick. The Pure Drive 107 will be at the top of my demo list. Even back in the 1980’s and 90’s I played USTSA tournament tennis with oversized to add power to my all court game. At 5’6”” 145 lbs I needed a little more power to compete with the bigger guys. I always like the extra surface to hit the kick and slice serve. Now it’s Tuesday / Thursday nite Doubles on clay courts. It’s still fun to take a second serve a “ chip and move in” ( we use to say charge but today I don’t move as fast). Thanks for the high quality professional information you present.
I’m 65 and still a work in progress. Never too late to improve your game. Playing mostly singles against guys 20-35 years younger. Lucky to have good knees. My rackets are Tecnifibre 320, Blade 98s and my favorite is Steam 105s. Time to learn all those great trick shots though as I made need them sooner than later!
One addition to this list that I strongly recommend. This is the Yonex EZone 105 strung with Solinco confidential....silky control and feeling. I've added lead tape on the core of the racquet......amazing!
Thanks a million for sharing all of the information. I can't speak for everyone, but it definitely helps me to make wise decisions about what equipment to buy to help my game. I only wish that I had this information 40+ years ago. Thanks again, Deacon Rodney
An idea for a future episode...the HEAD Graphene 360+ Radical PWR comes with two stringing patterns...14x19 for more spin and 16x19 for more control. So, what I was wondering is how the 14x19 spin friendly pattern compare with the other spin friendly racquets in HEAD's lineup, and how does the 16x19 for more control compare to other control friendly racquets!
I’m 77 years old. I play with a Wilson six one 95, a Wilson 90 six one tour, Wilson 90 Roger federrer 97 signature pro staff. I wrap 1/2 oz of lead tape the handle of the racket under the grip and I put half ounce of lead tape along the top of the racket on all of them. I still drive the ball and hit topspin when I workout with my younger practice partners, one is a 17 year old 6’3” high schooler. And another is a 50 year old high school tennis coach. Am able to drive them off the baseline with high kicking topspin or flatter heavy balls. I’ve tried playing with the lighter more powerful rackets but don’t like them. Any recommendations?
Hey I love these insights ! I’m a junior from the Pacific Northwest. Could you do a video about the trinity ball? I would love to hear an in depth take on those non pressurized balls or a video just on tennis balls in general. Like an overview of different brands , the best and worst etc. also I would love to see a video on shoes in general pherhaps a video explaining why aisics are clearly dominant lol
Hi. I am 76 & still good at tennis for my age but lost some mobility. Having watched your good video I have decided to buy the head extreme racket. What strings do you recommend for this racket ??
Great info on lesser priced nice racquets,,thanks tennis spin. I myself have found a very inexpensive way of making an old racquet feel new and giving it a face lift,remake,,Just by removing the factory butt cap of ANY racket and installing the XTP Xtended Tennis butt cap,it bos makes that same racquet half an inch longer and irs legal to play with a racquet up to 29 inches in length. Although most racquets are standard 27 inches but many pros now are in fact playing with XL extra long models 27.5 and even longer.,this is a very easy cheap way to exeperament with a racquet you kinda put aside for whatever reason,,But now making it a Beast by adding a little more head heavy ,spin,power.thx.jk
The age in years is not more than a number. It says nothing about what racket will fit. It‘s much more about your playing style and physical fitness! Every beginner of course should use a racket for his/her needs, but not a question of age as main point. I‘m in my sixties now, just bought a new Babolat Pure Strike 100 and strung it with the RPM Blast. I‘m able to shoot many players, 20 or 30 years younger, from the court… 😎😉😎
66 USTA 4.0 player here. Doubles specialist. I've tried some of these frames and just cannot keep the ball in the court. My perfect spec is 100-102" with 65RA and hovering around 11.4 oz. strung. 320 swingweight. Strung with Gut/poly hybrid. I may end up playing with a 110" some day. Not ready for those frames yet. I think a good Over65 racquet is the Wilson Triad Five.
How many stringers do you have in your pro shop? Looks like you have more than one? I've recently decided to start a pro shop in Indianapolis area since we have a shortage nearby. I'm former D1 college player and partnering with current local D1 men's coach. I'm think two stringing machines to start a shop about the size that yours appears. Then we can also take one of the road for jr tournaments and recruiting trips for my partner.
C’mon Harry I am 64 and playing with a pure drive 100 beautiful racket! looking to change to a 98 head size 💪 never underestimate an old man with a racket 🤙😎
I am 65 just bought Dunlop cs 10.0, hope it works well. Still not quite sure about the strings tension, but the shop put 46 for me. Do you have any idea???
Recently viewed a few of your videos. Appreciate the candid, detailed explanations and tips offered. Makes me want to purchase my next racket at your shop.
@@svlagonda7417 listen at you dude! You wanna talk about ego? You took a 2 sentence comment on You Tube and from that you not only summed up my tennis game but provided a psychological evaluation as well! Damn you're good! As I mentioned, I have several of those racquets. I didn't get them for decoration, I've played extensively with everyone of them, in some cases for years! Ego has nothing to do with it, i even demo'd a Big Bubba. I'd play with a junior racquet if it improved my game. It wasn't until I went back to my PS that I became virtually unbeatable in my tennis circles. YOU may have a problem swinging a man's racquet, but I dont. I hear Wilson makes a pretty pink 9 oz racquet you might want to try. If you're ever in NC look me up, I'll let you pick which racquet I play with, even my old Jack Kramer strung with 50 year old Victor Imperial blue spiral! I promise you'll have a better perspective on ego when you leave the court.
I am a senior rec player and use a Graf promoted 7.5 pro staff with a 95 sq in Head. 11.5 oz with grip, strings and dampener(s). 😊 for doubles and singles. Anyone have specs on a Black carbon fibre Calories Terminator sold as a pro series racquet from the 80's and sold in Candor dept. Stores. It is a 90 sq in. And still plays great with a bit of a open pattern.
Seriously, how can you recommend ultra stiff and light frames for tennis elbow sufferers? I am in my 60's and have purchased very stiff, 10 ounce, extended length frames in the 115 sq. inch or slightly larger (namely, the Wilson K Factor KZero which played well) head size and the stiffness does catch up with your arm. Could I play with them? Yes. Did I enjoy playing with them? Not so much. They lacked touch and often lacked stability - I always ended up making them heavier to make them more stable, usually by adding a leather grip. And, the stiffness would eventually catch up with my elbow and wrist meaning I would have to take breaks to let my elbow and wrist heal. I have not played with them but maybe the more flexible the Clash 108 or the Wilson Blade 104 v.7 would be good options for seniors. I currently play with the old Head MicroGEL Radical Oversize. It lacks power and is demanding because of its dense string pattern but my arm is much, much healthier. I started playing with flexible and arm-friendly wood and aluminium frames and I still much prefer a flexible frame for control and comfort. Maybe you have to be of my generation to understand.
@@davidglover9210 The Head TiS6 has an RA of 75, is 27.75 inches long and is 8 points head heavy. I could never play with those specs. It's an unwieldy board. The Wilson K Factor KZero is a much better option; I own 2 of them but I hit the ball so hard that I will feel the stiffness after a couple of hours of play. But, like I said previously, I like flexible frames and will continue with the Head MicroGEL Radical Oversize. I add a little lead tape at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions of the head for added stability and power. I wish the string pattern was more open but I love the forgiving flex and the touch it has. It volleys great and its standard length makes it maneuverable and is what I am used to. The extended length frames are good on the serve and from the baseline but I always seem to misjudge short balls with them and get jammed. It seems the Tennis Spin guy likes to sell top of the line and high end racquets to his customers. I tend to be close-out frame buyer. That way, I can buy two so that I have a spare frame if needed.
Great comment. I play with a ProKennex tour, low power and low flex rating. Add small amounts of weight in head and handle to improve the heft, but staying head light, loose and soft strings give a bit of added power, and continue to play and compete.
Age is just a number. I know several guys in their sixties and seventies who still play to a high standard with a players racket. These so called game improvement rackets are for all ages - it depends on skill and fitness level.
In such rackets for older players, my concern is how "head heavy" they are. Because reaction time seems to be what goes first with age. This seems more of a factor for someone who still wants to take a full swings at the ball whenever possible. If I'm only going to block/chip the ball, then reaction time is less of a factor and extra weight in the head would be more desirable. This concern seems validated when I watch 65 and up players on RUclips tournaments, where most of the shots are slice.
Hello, I have a question, I like to play with a relatively high swingweigth (above 330g), but I bought a racket that her swingweigth is 310g, how do I increase the swingweigth?
Dear Sir .. tQ for your very informative video. I have been trying to find a racket simiar to the Ti.S5 (once tried a friend's Ti.S5, I played very well n confident with it, well the rest is history - the friend would not let me get near to that Ti.S5 anymorr) - I am very happy to hear from your kind review that there is a racket that is similar is characteristic to the Ti.S5) Love your presentation and content and I have subscribed. (from 60yo man from Malaysia) p/s I just need a racket that I need that I can just punch the balls - me a man playing in the ladies circle ..
@@galaxyloki you should do, it’s a good sport for all ages and also for the social side. You might have to play more doubles depending on how fit you stay.
I'm 72 and played 90 minutes today with my wife (61 and a friend 52) Using a Volkl V1 classic strung with Babolat XCEL 17 Awg at 52 pounds. Just dropped from 54.6 and noticed a nice difference in power but still felt like I had good control
You forgot the #1 concern for people over 65...cost! The seniors that I know are always talking about fixed incomes and how they used to be able to ride the train for 10 cents and why they deserve a discount for this and that. So which rackets do you have that are 50% off and also have a seniors price reduction and also I have this coupon from 1998 that I want to use?
People don't realize that's a lot of weight. The regulation baseball is only 5 oz. So those rackets are twice a baseball. So you're basically pitching that weight every time you serve. And we wonder why there are a lot of frozen shoulder, bicep tendonitis, rotator cuff problems?!?!?
Interesting fact for you that völkl is actually pronounced fohlkl 😃 in Germany they pronounce V as an F and the ö is more like oh because of the umlaut over the o 😊 like Volkswagen is pronounced Folksvagen (I won’t go into the whole W thing 😂)
Thanks for this video im 142 yrs old this helped me out greatly
I guess playing tennis help you live this long. 🤣
gg
@@baltics9905 bruh
Yes, maybe this is the real age for that kind of rackets…. 😉
🤣🤣
great channel to learn everything about tennis...from its technical aspects , trends, history that Harry shares with his 30 plus years in the business and most of his sense of humor.. a million thanks !
I am 64 and play with a Wilson Three BLX. A predecessor of the Triad XP3. I am happy with it. Very armfriendly and a good touch. Well sometimes a bit too much power and a ball goes out, but you can't have it all. It helps my play a lot.
Hey if this was result of my interest in the subject I'm truly humbled and very impressed how you listen to audience feedback. Regardless just a great show exactly what I needed, thank you very much!!! 🙂
Don't know why there's such an obsession with age.
I've been stringing for over 40 years and also worked in racket shop's.
The racket you use is a personal thing and just because you're older doesn't mean you neccessary need a lighter racket.
It depends on what standard you were when younger as to what you use now.
I use a Pure Aero as I've used the Aero Pro Drive from when it was first brought out and the racket you use also depends on your strokes.
I think the best racket for an older person who needs more power is the Head TiS6 which is perfect for the casual player but far too light for the good player.
It's also cheap but the best thing is to demo a few to see which is best for your game.
I really enjoy your videos. It’s nice to have this info getting back into tennis after a 40 year hiatus. Thank you
Welcome back. 🍀
I'm 63 and have been at the 4.5 level for the last 30+ years. I played #1 singles & doubles for my college (D3) and USTA leagues since the early '80's. My last two racquets were the Prince Pro 100 (5-10 years ago) and the Wilson Blade 98 (5 years ago until 2020). My game had been on a gradual decline and I wanted to make a change. I hit with a good 4.0 player who had a Weed (135 sq in!) and thought I should consider trying a larger frame. I demoed a couple of racquets (but never received the Weed I requested). The Prince Textreme 120 seemed to be the most promising even though it was hard to control. After a few practice sessions with a ball machine (I didn't want anyone watching!) I found that I could hit a lot of very good shots and keep a lot more balls in play with some swing adjustments. I've had to significantly reduce the swing length on serve returns and groundies and block most volleys. And I cannot hit at more than 80% swing speed or I'll lose control of the shot. But I'm playing better than I have in the last 10+ years (mostly doubles with other 4.5 seniors). I even persuaded another very good 4.5 senior to switch from the Blade 98 to the Prince Textreme 110. We both use Tourna Big Hitter Silver 7 Tour 16 (62# for my 120 and 56# for his 110) since that string maintains the tension very well. I had thought I wouldn't use such a large frame until I was much older. But I guess I am "much older" now!
that makes sense; I'm 68 and enjoying the feel of the Textreme Tour 100, although I suspect the 100P might be better for my volley and slice, but maybe going back to too harsh.
Thanks for the recommendation. At 65/+ I am a Doubles Specialist looking for a new stick. The Pure Drive 107 will be at the top of my demo list. Even back in the 1980’s and 90’s I played USTSA tournament tennis with oversized to add power to my all court game. At 5’6”” 145 lbs I needed a little more power to compete with the bigger guys. I always like the extra surface to hit the kick and slice serve. Now it’s Tuesday / Thursday nite Doubles on clay courts. It’s still fun to take a second serve a “ chip and move in” ( we use to say charge but today I don’t move as fast). Thanks for the high quality professional information you present.
I’m 65 and still a work in progress. Never too late to improve your game. Playing mostly singles against guys 20-35 years younger. Lucky to have good knees. My rackets are Tecnifibre 320, Blade 98s and my favorite is Steam 105s. Time to learn all those great trick shots though as I made need them sooner than later!
One addition to this list that I strongly recommend. This is the Yonex EZone 105 strung with Solinco confidential....silky control and feeling. I've added lead tape on the core of the racquet......amazing!
Thanks for such another great video Harry! I thoroughly enjoyed watching it.
Thanks a million for sharing all of the information. I can't speak for everyone, but it definitely helps me to make wise decisions about what equipment to buy to help my game. I only wish that I had this information 40+ years ago. Thanks again, Deacon Rodney
An idea for a future episode...the HEAD Graphene 360+ Radical PWR comes with two stringing patterns...14x19 for more spin and 16x19 for more control. So, what I was wondering is how the 14x19 spin friendly pattern compare with the other spin friendly racquets in HEAD's lineup, and how does the 16x19 for more control compare to other control friendly racquets!
Great video! Interesting and helpful some very nice racquets, and good looking as well!!
I’m 77 years old. I play with a Wilson six one 95, a Wilson 90 six one tour, Wilson 90 Roger federrer 97 signature pro staff. I wrap 1/2 oz of lead tape the handle of the racket under the grip and I put half ounce of lead tape along the top of the racket on all of them. I still drive the ball and hit topspin when I workout with my younger practice partners, one is a 17 year old 6’3” high schooler. And another is a 50 year old high school tennis coach. Am able to drive them off the baseline with high kicking topspin or flatter heavy balls. I’ve tried playing with the lighter more powerful rackets but don’t like them. Any recommendations?
Hey I love these insights ! I’m a junior from the Pacific Northwest. Could you do a video about the trinity ball? I would love to hear an in depth take on those non pressurized balls or a video just on tennis balls in general. Like an overview of different brands , the best and worst etc. also I would love to see a video on shoes in general pherhaps a video explaining why aisics are clearly dominant lol
He did. Look at the back episodes.
I am 60 and not a bodybolder type ,playing with the Wilson Pro Staff RF 97 Autograph 2018 such an amazing racket
Your suggestion of the Babolat Pure Drive was excellent and is improving my game. (I had 20 years old rackets). Thanks.
Thank you for this video! Question, is any of these like the Prince Airstick Oversize (115)?
I love my PD107. Strung it T-1 Black Knight at 53. Great stick.
Im 70 and still hit and serve hard and like heavier 98” racquets. Still enjoy my K factor 6.1 95”. Its 333 grams unstrung.
Hi. I am 76 & still good at tennis for my age but lost some mobility. Having watched your good video I have decided to buy the head extreme racket. What strings do you recommend for this racket ??
Great info on lesser priced nice racquets,,thanks tennis spin.
I myself have found a very inexpensive way of making an old racquet feel new and giving it a face lift,remake,,Just by removing the factory butt cap of ANY racket and installing the XTP Xtended Tennis butt cap,it bos makes that same racquet half an inch longer and irs legal to play with a racquet up to 29 inches in length. Although most racquets are standard 27 inches but many pros now are in fact playing with XL extra long models 27.5 and even longer.,this is a very easy cheap way to exeperament with a racquet you kinda put aside for whatever reason,,But now making it a Beast by adding a little more head heavy ,spin,power.thx.jk
Awesome recommendations! What do you recommend for string & tension for the Wilson 108
Please make a top 10 tennis racket for everyone video pls pls pls!!!
Hi, my name is Stu in NY. Can you tell me what you use to measure the tension in the rackets after stringing?
I’m almost 66, got game and am in decent shape. I use a Yonex Ezone 100. I am curious about the Ezone 105, though.
I like it. 👍🏼😎
The age in years is not more than a number. It says nothing about what racket will fit. It‘s much more about your playing style and physical fitness! Every beginner of course should use a racket for his/her needs, but not a question of age as main point. I‘m in my sixties now, just bought a new Babolat Pure Strike 100 and strung it with the RPM Blast. I‘m able to shoot many players, 20 or 30 years younger, from the court… 😎😉😎
Actually surprised you wouldn't rate a Pure Aero for an older player. It's a good balance of power and comfort when strung with multifilament.
Lol I’m 10 but i still lime watching these videos.
66 USTA 4.0 player here. Doubles specialist. I've tried some of these frames and just cannot keep the ball in the court. My perfect spec is 100-102" with 65RA and hovering around 11.4 oz. strung. 320 swingweight. Strung with Gut/poly hybrid. I may end up playing with a 110" some day. Not ready for those frames yet. I think a good Over65 racquet is the Wilson Triad Five.
Get the Head Ti 5 or Ti 6. Actually great racquets. Stable and light, easy to use with control and power.
Hi. I am 65 and still in shape. What is your opinion on the Extreme S?
How many stringers do you have in your pro shop? Looks like you have more than one? I've recently decided to start a pro shop in Indianapolis area since we have a shortage nearby. I'm former D1 college player and partnering with current local D1 men's coach. I'm think two stringing machines to start a shop about the size that yours appears. Then we can also take one of the road for jr tournaments and recruiting trips for my partner.
Do a video about what to do to prepare for a tournament.
C’mon Harry I am 64 and playing with a pure drive 100 beautiful racket! looking to change to a 98 head size 💪 never underestimate an old man with a racket 🤙😎
I am 65 just bought Dunlop cs 10.0, hope it works well. Still not quite sure about the strings tension, but the shop put 46 for me. Do you have any idea???
Recently viewed a few of your videos. Appreciate the candid, detailed explanations and tips offered. Makes me want to purchase my next racket at your shop.
Hi what size head on the Head Extreme and Instinct is recommended. I can play a 98. Intermediate, and mobile but lack quickness of 20s recreationals.
What do you think of the WIlson One racket
I have the Wilson blx 5 with 103 head I’m 56 . What do you think of that racket
What about the Head TiS6???
Pro kennex is the best for that soft plushy feel imo
Did you have some Baileys in your morning coffee this day ?
I’m 20 and watched the whole video, gotta be prepared in 45 years ya know
Could you make a video of the top 5 or top 10 best spin and feel strings with decent tension maintenance please?
Got a recommendation for string tension for the ultra 108, Wilson recommends 58 but I’d like your thoughts. Thanks
How would you compare the Wilson Ultra 108 to the Wilson Hammer 6.2 stretch?
Most 65+-year-olds I play doubles with go for drop shots,lobs and placements
I'm 65 and play with a 28 year old Pro Staff Classic. I have at least half of the racquets you mentioned rotting in my closet.
You'd win more with one of these though. It's just your ego holding you back.
@@svlagonda7417 listen at you dude! You wanna talk about ego? You took a 2 sentence comment on You Tube and from that you not only summed up my tennis game but provided a psychological evaluation as well! Damn you're good! As I mentioned, I have several of those racquets. I didn't get them for decoration, I've played extensively with everyone of them, in some cases for years! Ego has nothing to do with it, i even demo'd a Big Bubba. I'd play with a junior racquet if it improved my game. It wasn't until I went back to my PS that I became virtually unbeatable in my tennis circles. YOU may have a problem swinging a man's racquet, but I dont. I hear Wilson makes a pretty pink 9 oz racquet you might want to try. If you're ever in NC look me up, I'll let you pick which racquet I play with, even my old Jack Kramer strung with 50 year old Victor Imperial blue spiral! I promise you'll have a better perspective on ego when you leave the court.
I am a senior rec player and use a Graf promoted 7.5 pro staff with a 95 sq in Head. 11.5 oz with grip, strings and dampener(s). 😊 for doubles and singles.
Anyone have specs on a Black carbon fibre Calories Terminator sold as a pro series racquet from the 80's and sold in Candor dept. Stores. It is a 90 sq in. And still plays great with a bit of a open pattern.
How much is that racket on the window?
Seriously, how can you recommend ultra stiff and light frames for tennis elbow sufferers? I am in my 60's and have purchased very stiff, 10 ounce, extended length frames in the 115 sq. inch or slightly larger (namely, the Wilson K Factor KZero which played well) head size and the stiffness does catch up with your arm. Could I play with them? Yes. Did I enjoy playing with them? Not so much. They lacked touch and often lacked stability - I always ended up making them heavier to make them more stable, usually by adding a leather grip. And, the stiffness would eventually catch up with my elbow and wrist meaning I would have to take breaks to let my elbow and wrist heal. I have not played with them but maybe the more flexible the Clash 108 or the Wilson Blade 104 v.7 would be good options for seniors. I currently play with the old Head MicroGEL Radical Oversize. It lacks power and is demanding because of its dense string pattern but my arm is much, much healthier. I started playing with flexible and arm-friendly wood and aluminium frames and I still much prefer a flexible frame for control and comfort. Maybe you have to be of my generation to understand.
Try the Head TiS6.
@@davidglover9210 The Head TiS6 has an RA of 75, is 27.75 inches long and is 8 points head heavy. I could never play with those specs. It's an unwieldy board. The Wilson K Factor KZero is a much better option; I own 2 of them but I hit the ball so hard that I will feel the stiffness after a couple of hours of play. But, like I said previously, I like flexible frames and will continue with the Head MicroGEL Radical Oversize. I add a little lead tape at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions of the head for added stability and power. I wish the string pattern was more open but I love the forgiving flex and the touch it has. It volleys great and its standard length makes it maneuverable and is what I am used to. The extended length frames are good on the serve and from the baseline but I always seem to misjudge short balls with them and get jammed. It seems the Tennis Spin guy likes to sell top of the line and high end racquets to his customers. I tend to be close-out frame buyer. That way, I can buy two so that I have a spare frame if needed.
Great comment. I play with a ProKennex tour, low power and low flex rating. Add small amounts of weight in head and handle to improve the heft, but staying head light, loose and soft strings give a bit of added power, and continue to play and compete.
Where are ur shop..
Head instinct PWR ? 110 115 or what please?
r u seriuos about the head instinct and extreme been the same raquet w diff colors blows my mind
Could you do a video on court etiquette in the year 4000?
Age is just a number. I know several guys in their sixties and seventies who still play to a high standard with a players racket. These so called game improvement rackets are for all ages - it depends on skill and fitness level.
In such rackets for older players, my concern is how "head heavy" they are. Because reaction time seems to be what goes first with age. This seems more of a factor for someone who still wants to take a full swings at the ball whenever possible. If I'm only going to block/chip the ball, then reaction time is less of a factor and extra weight in the head would be more desirable. This concern seems validated when I watch 65 and up players on RUclips tournaments, where most of the shots are slice.
Hello, I have a question, I like to play with a relatively high swingweigth (above 330g), but I bought a racket that her swingweigth is 310g, how do I increase the swingweigth?
Dear Sir .. tQ for your very informative video. I have been trying to find a racket simiar to the Ti.S5 (once tried a friend's Ti.S5, I played very well n confident with it, well the rest is history - the friend would not let me get near to that Ti.S5 anymorr) - I am very happy to hear from your kind review that there is a racket that is similar is characteristic to the Ti.S5)
Love your presentation and content and I have subscribed.
(from 60yo man from Malaysia)
p/s I just need a racket that I need that I can just punch the balls - me a man playing in the ladies circle ..
I'll be happy if I can walk to the fridge when I'm 65😂😂
Here's a tip, put a small fridge in the bedroom when you get 65. 😆
@@galaxyloki you should do, it’s a good sport for all ages and also for the social side. You might have to play more doubles depending on how fit you stay.
I'm 72 and played 90 minutes today with my wife (61 and a friend 52) Using a Volkl V1 classic strung with Babolat XCEL 17 Awg at 52 pounds. Just dropped from 54.6 and noticed a nice difference in power but still felt like I had good control
Which rackets would you recommend for someone in their 40's with wrist sensitivity?
Plz do bag reviews
You forgot the #1 concern for people over 65...cost! The seniors that I know are always talking about fixed incomes and how they used to be able to ride the train for 10 cents and why they deserve a discount for this and that. So which rackets do you have that are 50% off and also have a seniors price reduction and also I have this coupon from 1998 that I want to use?
How about Wilson Hyper Hammer 5.3 110?
What should my 77 year old hitting partner use if he has limited mobility?
107-110 headsize
Would you also consider doing a top X racquets for arm problem ppl please xD
Why is gamma 137 not on list?
Why no pro kennex 5g and head s6?
I asked you for the price of wilson ultra 108, somettime ago, got one, thanks very big. myles@65
Why not Pro-kennex?
What happens when younger people around 4.0 to 4.5 use these rackets?
malagabee they will serve hard and hit hard but will not get the control and feel they need
The racket explodes
The ball goes to the moon
The incredible power of these rackets could be dangerous in the hands of a younger person.
I'm surprised you didn't mention the Wilson K zero
2020 Ezone 108 plus
Bro make a video playing tennis with the giant yellow racket and those giant balls people get signatures with
People don't realize that's a lot of weight. The regulation baseball is only 5 oz. So those rackets are twice a baseball. So you're basically pitching that weight every time you serve. And we wonder why there are a lot of frozen shoulder, bicep tendonitis, rotator cuff problems?!?!?
Interesting fact for you that völkl is actually pronounced fohlkl 😃 in Germany they pronounce V as an F and the ö is more like oh because of the umlaut over the o 😊 like Volkswagen is pronounced Folksvagen (I won’t go into the whole W thing 😂)
Anyone use the Gamma Bubba Razor racket? I think it’s the largest racket you can buy.
What about the Wilson Hammer 110?
62 and only play doubles now. My 300 gram sticks dont bother me at all. Of course, i am slower now having to cover the court with a walker.
Maybe remove the 10lbs of lead in your Clash if you say u hardly play???
Big Bubba is good for Seniors...
Can you do a video on top 5 racquets for lefties?
I don't need your rocking chair ,,, yet
Beginner’s racquets in other words!
Makes
No sense. Useless review. Age doesn’t matter and how about a random selection of racquets wow