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Forum: General Pro Player Discussion 12-07-2012, 10:01 PM
Replies: 40
Is Djokovic the most athletic tennis player in history?
Views: 2,908
Posted By Capt. Willie
The correct answer, and there is a correct...

The correct answer, and there is a correct answer, Bjorn Borg.
Forum: TW Questions/Comments 11-20-2012, 11:18 AM
Replies: 11
TW Exclusive Blue/Yellow/Many others Gel Res 4
Views: 1,027
Posted By Capt. Willie
I was hoping for a date much sooner than that. ...

I was hoping for a date much sooner than that. :(

BTW, isn't the Gel Res. 5 supposed to be out in January? Unless I'm confused and it is just new Gel Res. 4 colorways due out.
Forum: Former Pro Player Talk 11-11-2012, 07:57 PM
Replies: 160
Poll: Is Borg a GOAT candidate?
Views: 7,295
Posted By Capt. Willie
Who are these experts and what are their...

Who are these experts and what are their credentials? How does this list have any credibility when Pancho Gonzales is not on it? And with all do respect Rafa is not the 4th greatest player of all...
Forum: Strings 11-11-2012, 11:10 AM
Replies: 32
Where Do You Break Your Strings on the String Bed?
Views: 1,166
Posted By Capt. Willie
Usually anywhere from the center main to the...

Usually anywhere from the center main to the second or third main in the upper third of the hoop. You know, I don't recall ever snapping a cross string.
Forum: Odds & Ends 11-11-2012, 10:16 AM
Replies: 11
We Will Remember Them...
Views: 502
Posted By Capt. Willie
Yes, basically it set the stage for everything...

Yes, basically it set the stage for everything that happened in the 20TH Century.
Forum: TW Questions/Comments 11-11-2012, 10:09 AM
Replies: 7
Poly string used in TW demo racquet?
Views: 725
Posted By Capt. Willie
I thought TW used synthetic gut at two or three...

I thought TW used synthetic gut at two or three pounds above mid range on the demos.
Forum: TW Questions/Comments 11-10-2012, 01:24 PM
Replies: 0
Boy's Clothing Size Question
Views: 355
Posted By Capt. Willie
Boy's Clothing Size Question

I hope you can answer this question for me on Boy's clothing sizes. I notice on most brands 10-12 is listed as a size Medium. However, in the Wilson clothing 10-12 is listed as size Large. So...
Forum: Classic Racquet Talk 10-29-2012, 09:31 AM
Replies: 40
Wilson T2000?
Views: 3,606
Posted By Capt. Willie
....I just wanted to add to this. The guy was...

....I just wanted to add to this. The guy was also a total ***. He often insulted people at the park, I think he thought he was a comedian. I don't know how he ever got teaching jobs. But he did...
Forum: TW Questions/Comments 10-28-2012, 03:50 PM
Replies: 21
Scores for Chris' Volkl C10 Pro 2012 Review?
Views: 7,358
Posted By Capt. Willie
I beg to differ. I believe their quality control...

I beg to differ. I believe their quality control is among the best.
Forum: Classic Racquet Talk 10-28-2012, 03:47 PM
Replies: 40
Wilson T2000?
Views: 3,606
Posted By Capt. Willie
This got me thinking. The last time I actually...

This got me thinking. The last time I actually knew/saw someone who used this as their regular main racquet was a local teaching pro in upstate NY c.1988. He may have been one of the last persons...
Forum: Classic Racquet Talk 10-28-2012, 03:29 PM
Replies: 40
Wilson T2000?
Views: 3,606
Posted By Capt. Willie
Did he ask "why the Hell are you using that...

Did he ask "why the Hell are you using that thing!?!" Or was he also using a vintage racquet? Anyway, with all the cool old racquets you have I personaly would have opted for one of the midsize...
Forum: TW Questions/Comments 10-27-2012, 11:20 AM
Replies: 21
Scores for Chris' Volkl C10 Pro 2012 Review?
Views: 7,358
Posted By Capt. Willie
Hey Chris, Any chance of talking you into trying...

Hey Chris, Any chance of talking you into trying the C10 at a low tension....say 35lbs or so? I'd just like to see your findings on this racquet strung like that.




I have leather grips on mine...
Forum: TW Questions/Comments 10-26-2012, 03:11 PM
Replies: 2
Rod Laver Adidas
Views: 1,106
Posted By Capt. Willie
I wish you could get the adidas Nastase...

I wish you could get the adidas Nastase Millennium back in, but I think it has long since been discontinued.
Forum: Classic Racquet Talk 10-26-2012, 03:00 PM
Replies: 40
Wilson T2000?
Views: 3,606
Posted By Capt. Willie
I haven't hit with one of these in well over 30...

I haven't hit with one of these in well over 30 years but I always thought they were basically the same....the throat piece just being a marketing gimmick. But I did have a friend back in the day...
Forum: Classic Racquet Talk 10-26-2012, 02:49 PM
Replies: 47
Best Wooden Racquets?
Views: 3,162
Posted By Capt. Willie
I can't believe no one has mentioned the...

I can't believe no one has mentioned the Rossignol Strato / Garcia 240.
Forum: Classic Racquet Talk 10-13-2012, 08:20 PM
Replies: 8
Am I crazy for playing with a wooden Dunlop from the 70's?
Views: 924
Posted By Capt. Willie
You are bringing a knife to a gun fight and so...

You are bringing a knife to a gun fight and so far you have been very lucky or have faced inferior opponents. Wood racquets are fun to play with now and then but there is good reason they have gone...
Forum: Shoes and Apparel 09-23-2012, 09:12 PM
Replies: 6
New B7 Warrior Black/Gold
Views: 1,406
Posted By Capt. Willie
Exactly! I liked the Urban Sky/Gold better to...

Exactly! I liked the Urban Sky/Gold better to start with and now it's even better.
Forum: Racquets 09-22-2012, 01:37 PM
Replies: 21
How do player stick with one racket?
Views: 1,876
Posted By Capt. Willie
For me it is a combo of: 1. Feeling comfortable...

For me it is a combo of:

1. Feeling comfortable with it
2. Being used to it
3. Not liking change
4. Not wanting to spend money on new racquets that I might eventually hate...did that too many...
Forum: Shoes and Apparel 09-21-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 38
9.21.12 @ Tennis Warehouse
Views: 4,270
Posted By Capt. Willie
The best looking one is still the B-IV with the...

The best looking one is still the B-IV with the dragon graphic. It was available in red/gold and black/gold....I liked the black/gold better but they were both awesome.

To be honest, I'd just as...
Forum: TW Questions/Comments 09-21-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 13
Chris: Why C10 instead of other favorites?
Views: 1,983
Posted By Capt. Willie
I feel really stupid....where is the C10 review? ...

I feel really stupid....where is the C10 review? I've been here long enough you'd think I could find it.

Also Chris, what is your favorite string on the C10?
Forum: Shoes and Apparel 09-20-2012, 08:43 PM
Replies: 38
9.21.12 @ Tennis Warehouse
Views: 4,270
Posted By Capt. Willie
Good job finding these JGads! But honestly I'm...

Good job finding these JGads! But honestly I'm not impressed right now. It looks basically like the Urban Sky/Gold with a different logo and a texture to the material. TP lists the colorway as...
Forum: Odds & Ends 08-31-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 64
Poll: Hottest female tennis players EVER
Views: 4,303
Posted By Capt. Willie
While Anna Kournikova is without a doubt #1 (the...

While Anna Kournikova is without a doubt #1 (the girl could have been a super model) I agree Bettina Bunge and Barbara Schett should have been in this poll. In fact, I'd place Schett as #2 hottest...
Forum: TW Questions/Comments 08-25-2012, 08:50 PM
Replies: 8
For Chris Edwards: Comparing Organix 10 vs. BB Melbourne vs. C10 Pro
Views: 1,601
Posted By Capt. Willie
Chris, What tension were you using for poly in...

Chris, What tension were you using for poly in the C10? I know you had a thread awhile back talking about low tensions and I've been thinking of trying a poly @35-40 in the C10.
Forum: Other Equipment 08-15-2012, 01:36 PM
Replies: 8
Tennis ball physics question
Views: 702
Posted By Capt. Willie
Interesting question but first we must ask...

Interesting question but first we must ask ourselves...what is physics? Physics comes from the ancient Greek word physika. It’s at this point that you’ll want to start taking notes. Physika means the...
Forum: Shoes and Apparel 08-11-2012, 07:18 AM
Replies: 1
Barricade forums/reviews
Views: 612
Posted By Capt. Willie
Or better yet use the search. There has to be...

Or better yet use the search. There has to be dozens of reviews on here already as it is one of the most popular shoes.
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