why doesn't more people use 90-93 rackets?

shaneno · 03-18-2013, 11:29 AM

why doesn't more people use 90-93 rackets? or mid-size rackets!?!

ollinger · 03-18-2013, 11:57 AM

The question I wonder about is why does ANYBODY use 90-93 racquets.

The Meat · 03-18-2013, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ollinger

The question I wonder about is why does ANYBODY use 90-93 racquets.

Started out with a midsize, so it's hard to change. That and usually only midsize racquets are 12oz+

Overdrive · 03-18-2013, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by shaneno

why doesn't more people use 90-93 rackets? or mid-size rackets!?!

Well, most of the midsize racquets on the market are pretty unforgiving for my arm and it gets sore within 5 minutes of playing (ex: BLX, YOUTEK, Aerogel, etc.)

When I played with the Boris Becker Delta Core London Tour, it was very string sensitive and if you hit just a little off the mark, the ball would go out. Precision is crucial playing with this racquet (and choice of string).

Anyways, the average rec tennis player wants the "power" and "control" in a racquet, and most mid sizes out there can only generate "power" by the player.

DoctorBackhand · 03-18-2013, 12:09 PM

As boring as it gets having this thread pop up every month, I'll throw in my 2 cents.

What mid is less than $150 when it first comes out? It takes forever for mids to drop into that price range (7 months at least from what I've seen so far). And considering there are only about 10 mids in the market, while there are dozens of MPs, it just makes things easier to get a MP in your price range than wait for the mid to drop.

Or you can shell out the money. But I'm not paying $200 for 7 square inches less on a racket when I can get another one for less money (hypothetically speaking).

shaneno · 03-18-2013, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Overdrive

Well, most of the midsize racquets on the market are pretty unforgiving for my arm and it gets sore within 5 minutes of playing (ex: BLX, YOUTEK, Aerogel, etc.)

When I played with the Boris Becker Delta Core London Tour, it was very string sensitive and if you hit just a little off the mark, the ball would go out. Precision is crucial playing with this racquet (and choice of string).

Anyways, the average rec tennis player wants the "power" and "control" in a racquet, and most mid sizes out there can only generate "power" by the player.

i like spin and control! so is mid only for me?

shaneno · 03-18-2013, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by The Meat

Started out with a midsize, so it's hard to change. That and usually only midsize racquets are 12oz+

it really is hard to switch! i try for one year and i couldn't... i think i found a good racket. the Wilson BLX PS 100 felt nice. i might go to it .... but kinda scared too

Overdrive · 03-18-2013, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by shaneno

i like spin and control! so is mid only for me?

Make your OWN decisions. Play with a selection of racquets and decide what is best for YOU.

Geesh... no wonder why racquet companies make millions..

shaneno · 03-18-2013, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Overdrive

Make your OWN decisions. Play with a selection of racquets and decide what is best for YOU.

Geesh... no wonder why racquet companies make millions..

yep! even off u too.

Overdrive · 03-18-2013, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by shaneno

yep! even off u too.

Nope, I don't buy those overpriced injury-causing racquets. But I know you do because you clearly don't know what you want, meaning you are probably going to waste your money thinking that the racquet is what you want, but it really isn't...

Another racquet noob around here...

darklore009 · 03-18-2013, 01:23 PM

i use a mid size. it just tennis is changing and tennis companies wants to keep up with the current tennis generation. wooden racket have REALLY small headsizes in the past. compare to now, tennis players now hit harder and favor bigger head sizes so that they dont have to worry about framing it and needs forgiveness

shaneno · 03-18-2013, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by darklore009

i use a mid size. it just tennis is changing and tennis companies wants to keep up with the current tennis generation. wooden racket have REALLY small headsizes in the past. compare to now, tennis players now hit harder and favor bigger head sizes so that they dont have to worry about framing it and needs forgiveness

how long u used mid size?

darklore009 · 03-18-2013, 01:29 PM

i'm still using it today. currently using a k90. i did start out with the 100 sq in. But i didnt feel it was that precise. so i went to a 90 and it fit the bill for me. as long you adjust your body to the time of the ball, the unforgiveness shouldnt be a problem.

shaneno · 03-18-2013, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by darklore009

i'm still using it today. currently using a k90. i did start out with the 100 sq in. But i didnt feel it was that precise. so i went to a 90 and it fit the bill for me. as long you adjust your body to the time of the ball, the unforgiveness shouldnt be a problem.

i started off with the rafa racket but i didn't like it. then got a wilson KBlade 98. it didn't feel to suit my game at all! so i got a 90 and i love it. but now it getting hard to win matches with the 90. sure i win but it take long then before. i'm playing with Division 1-2 player!....

shaneno · 03-18-2013, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by darklore009

i'm still using it today. currently using a k90. i did start out with the 100 sq in. But i didnt feel it was that precise. so i went to a 90 and it fit the bill for me. as long you adjust your body to the time of the ball, the unforgiveness shouldnt be a problem.

just that how do u stick with the 90? and not go to like a bigger head?

darklore009 · 03-18-2013, 02:15 PM

i like the precision that the 90 has. the feel of the 90 is more solid than a bigger head size. my ex-coach tried to make me switch to a pure drive, however i resisted. he complains that the 90 requires lots of skill to use. I said that you have to take some time to get used to the 90.

shaneno · 03-18-2013, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by darklore009

i like the precision that the 90 has. the feel of the 90 is more solid than a bigger head size. my ex-coach tried to make me switch to a pure drive, however i resisted. he complains that the 90 requires lots of skill to use. I said that you have to take some time to get used to the 90.

that sounds good! happy for u man... i think i'll switch to the wilson BLX PS 100... u should try it if u ever got time. it feel really similar to the 90.u need to customize it. it really light!..... i play with the PS85,PS90,N90,K90,BLX90 and BLX PS 90 i added lead to all haha so it normal for me. people call me crazy but i think it nice with lead.

ced · 03-18-2013, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ollinger

The question I wonder about is why does ANYBODY use 90-93 racquets.

Beginning to wonder the same thing .

darklore009 · 03-18-2013, 02:46 PM

i have on ps blx 95 and 100 in my bag. i mod them to match my 90. if i dont feel good hitting with the 90. i can alterante between the headsizes

tennisplayer1993 · 03-18-2013, 02:46 PM

i've used 98 or 100 since i was a little kid, I tried switching to a 95 but felt very uncomfortable.

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DoctorBackhand Rookie Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: New York Posts: 240	As boring as it gets having this thread pop up every month, I'll throw in my 2 cents. What mid is less than $150 when it first comes out? It takes forever for mids to drop into that price range (7 months at least from what I've seen so far). And considering there are only about 10 mids in the market, while there are dozens of MPs, it just makes things easier to get a MP in your price range than wait for the mid to drop. Or you can shell out the money. But I'm not paying $200 for 7 square inches less on a racket when I can get another one for less money (hypothetically speaking). __________________ Head YT Mojo w/ Forten Sweet 17 @55lbs The new Freddy Cruger looks like a chinese hamster.

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darklore009 Semi-Pro Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: California Posts: 533	i use a mid size. it just tennis is changing and tennis companies wants to keep up with the current tennis generation. wooden racket have REALLY small headsizes in the past. compare to now, tennis players now hit harder and favor bigger head sizes so that they dont have to worry about framing it and needs forgiveness __________________ Wilson Prostaff Six.One 90 BLX~ Cyberflash 1.30mm~ 52ibs~Wilson Pro Overgrip/Solinco Wonder Grip~ Wilson Shock Trap

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darklore009 Semi-Pro Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: California Posts: 533	i'm still using it today. currently using a k90. i did start out with the 100 sq in. But i didnt feel it was that precise. so i went to a 90 and it fit the bill for me. as long you adjust your body to the time of the ball, the unforgiveness shouldnt be a problem. __________________ Wilson Prostaff Six.One 90 BLX~ Cyberflash 1.30mm~ 52ibs~Wilson Pro Overgrip/Solinco Wonder Grip~ Wilson Shock Trap