My New Racquet Dilema - Page 2

JackB1 · 01-04-2013, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by NineMileSkid

Specwise, Dunlop Biomimetic Max 200G seems to fit the bill.

Funny. I just looked at that.
I think it's meant for advanced players though

JackB1 · 01-04-2013, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeHitsHard93

Jack-

I find it super funny that you're looking at totally different sticks now. In all honesty, your 1hbh should do just fine with a tweener. You shouldn't change everything just because you're worried. If you're starting to get arm/elbow pain, your technique is off. There are many pros that use tweeners and hit 1hbh. I use both one hand and two hand with my pro open. No pain.

Yes but I am far from a PRO. Of course my technique will be off some times and I want some protection while I work on it. I am very encouraged how well the one hander is working so far and need something that will enhance it and protect my arm.

SteveI · 01-04-2013, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by JackB1

Yes but I am far from a PRO. Of course my technique will be off some times and I want some protection while I work on it. I am very encouraged how well the one hander is working so far and need something that will enhance it and protect my arm.

Getting the head out in front is always the key on the 1HBH. Been using a 1HBH for 44 years... no TE ever. I have used players frames, tweeners and very light frames. If you get the head out in front most of the time you get enough plowthru with any frame and TE is not going to be a factor. Be late too many times and TE will creap in to be sure. Good Luck.. in your quest. BTW it helps to hit the ball clean also...

YesTennis · 01-04-2013, 09:39 AM

You may want to give the Prestige S another try. Very close in the specs you're looking for. I've got one strung with gut main/poly cross. Great, arm friendly, combo for this frame.

UCSF2012 · 01-04-2013, 09:43 AM

Elbow soreness from the 1hbh comes from mishits off/near the side of the frame. Switching rackets won't change anything.

JackB1 · 01-04-2013, 09:48 AM

Guys...

I KNOW all about technique issues....

I JUST switched to the 1 hander and until it is fully developed,
I may be hitting late sometimes, as much as I will try not too.
You guys are getting off point. I am not expecting any racquet to fix any technique errors. I just think a even balanced, stiff large headsize frame with poly isn't the best choice for a one hander.

Power Player · 01-04-2013, 09:56 AM

Prestige S then

UCSF2012 · 01-04-2013, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by JackB1

Guys...

I KNOW all about technique issues....

I JUST switched to the 1 hander and until it is fully developed,
I may be hitting late sometimes, as much as I will try not too.
You guys are getting off point. I am not expecting any racquet to fix any technique errors. I just think a even balanced, stiff large headsize frame with poly isn't the best choice for a one hander.

Then you should know that switching to a heavy midsize with full multi won't fix the problem. A shank is a shank. Too many will cause you physical pain.

Fuji · 01-04-2013, 10:06 AM

Check out the PSL. It's such a dead feeling racket with it's low flex that I found it be really comfortable when I used to use a 1HBH. It also really protected my elbow from any weird pain on shanks which happened more then I would like to admit with the one hander!

-Fuji

UCSF2012 · 01-04-2013, 10:07 AM

Actually, that's not true. Prince's Port Grommets give you elbow relief on shanks. You're looking for the EXO3 Graphite 93.

JackB1 · 01-04-2013, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by UCSF2012

Then you should know that switching to a heavy midsize with full multi won't fix the problem. A shank is a shank. Too many will cause you physical pain.

I know that. I am not talking about shanks. I am talking about........
#1 - MINIMIZING any elbow issues while I am learning this stroke
#2 - getting a racquet that enhances this stroke (more HL, smaller head, more flex)

So then everyone that complains of TE while using Bablots should just stick with them? If you hit a stiff frame in the middle there is no elbow pain either. Can we please drop this nonsense? If I was good enough to NEVER be late and to ALWAYS hit the center of the racquet, this would be a moot point.

JackB1 · 01-04-2013, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Power Player

Prestige S then

it's a good suggestion, but I dislike Head and Volkl grip shapes.

PP....this is not unlike your recent switch due to your wrist issues. I don't knwo why people insist on always making the "any racquet will be fine with this..." argument???

tennisjon · 01-04-2013, 10:13 AM

I would try one of the Pro-Kennex racquets for softer feel in the arm. I would recommend the Q Tour or the Ki-5. I haven't tried the Q5 yet. It says its stiffer in the specs, but I have played with other Q models and they play softer than their stiffness rating indicates.

SteveI · 01-04-2013, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by JackB1

I know that. I am not talking about shanks. I am talking about........
#1 - MINIMIZING any elbow issues while I am learning this stroke
#2 - getting a racquet that enhances this stroke (more HL, smaller head, more flex)

So then everyone that complains of TE while using Bablots should just stick with them? If you hit a stiff frame in the middle there is no elbow pain either. Can we please drop this nonsense? If I was good enough to NEVER be late and to ALWAYS hit the center of the racquet, this would be a moot point.

Ok... how about this one:

Pro Kennex 5G series... 100 Head Size.. about 12 oz.. known for elbow safety. Med flex or lower..

Power Player · 01-04-2013, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by JackB1

it's a good suggestion, but I dislike Head and Volkl grip shapes.

PP....this is not unlike your recent switch due to your wrist issues. I don't knwo why people insist on always making the "any racquet will be fine with this..." argument???

I havent switched racquets due to my wrist in a while. But i dont see the similarity. Now if you are saying that your current racquet hurts you, that's one thing. But there is no reason you cant do what you want with your current stick. Its not meant for one style of play. A 1hander can be hit with any stick. Why not use the one you have and develop the stroke first and then if you still want to switch, do it then?

It will save you a lot of time to do it this way because you are already familiar with what you are using.

srvnvly · 01-04-2013, 10:43 AM

The lady in this review has a 1HBH and doesn't seem to have a problem with it: http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=2dRb3...?v=2dRb3RRwLLs

MikeHitsHard93 · 01-04-2013, 12:39 PM

Ps 95 is in your range. Huge spin window, low sw, flexy

sunof tennis · 01-04-2013, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeHitsHard93

Ps 95 is in your range. Huge spin window, low sw, flexy

My current racquet of choice. Very plush. Is a control, not a power raquet, however. Also, I don't know if you can get them, but I liked the BB London MP more than the PB 10 Light.

db10s · 01-04-2013, 02:38 PM

The Bio Max 200G ALMOST fits in. Its worth a look.

db10s · 01-04-2013, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by JackB1

Funny. I just looked at that.
I think it's meant for advanced players though

I use it... I'm advancedish... But the specs are perfect. Its a 1hbh beast.

01-04-2013, 09:43 AM	#25
UCSF2012 Professional Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,491	Elbow soreness from the 1hbh comes from mishits off/near the side of the frame. Switching rackets won't change anything. __________________ When their tennis really matters, Babolat Reps use a Wilson.

01-04-2013, 09:48 AM	#26
JackB1 Legend Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 8,282	Guys... I KNOW all about technique issues.... I JUST switched to the 1 hander and until it is fully developed, I may be hitting late sometimes, as much as I will try not too. You guys are getting off point. I am not expecting any racquet to fix any technique errors. I just think a even balanced, stiff large headsize frame with poly isn't the best choice for a one hander. __________________ Wilson Black Blade 104 - NXT Tour / Copoly at 55/51

01-04-2013, 09:56 AM	#27
Power Player G.O.A.T. Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: On my iPhone Posts: 13,545	Prestige S then __________________ 🐐ing

01-04-2013, 10:06 AM	#29
Fuji Hall Of Fame Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canada, Eh? Posts: 4,442	Check out the PSL. It's such a dead feeling racket with it's low flex that I found it be really comfortable when I used to use a 1HBH. It also really protected my elbow from any weird pain on shanks which happened more then I would like to admit with the one hander! -Fuji __________________ I believe what he says are nuggets of truth. And I collect them. And I store them in the lock-box of my soul. -JD

01-04-2013, 10:07 AM	#30
UCSF2012 Professional Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,491	Actually, that's not true. Prince's Port Grommets give you elbow relief on shanks. You're looking for the EXO3 Graphite 93. __________________ When their tennis really matters, Babolat Reps use a Wilson.