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origmarm · 02-20-2011, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave M

Writing "LOL" didn't cover how much i laughed.In fact so distracted was i that my 6 month old is wearing custard.

Nice....that has a hint of revenge about it

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Originally Posted by jazar

I'm pretty sure I read that in a TV guide.

It's pretty accurate isn't it!

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Originally Posted by Ash_Smith

There are worse things she could make you watch!!!

Well yeah but I made it sound better than it is. It's just absent of content really...

On another note, Ross I've been wearing contacts since my eyes went about 5-6yrs ago. The trading screens for 14hrs a day did for them. I find them fine to play in, no problems at all. I didn't get on with glasses while playing at all though, the ball coming in and out of the area of vision really didn't work for me. The contacts was like having my eyes back, just superb.

Have made the switch to the BLX Pro Open from the MG Prestiges also. Been having a great time with them and the added power and lower weight are helping a lot now in keeping the swing speed up throughout the match. Great racquets for what they are. I still miss the Prestiges for the first set and for that pure ball bashing ability but not thereafter.

Ross K · 02-20-2011, 11:44 AM

^^^ Rob, will have to wait for what transpires. Must say though, in a dim early morning light, smallish print of road maps etc - the other day I was suddenly really struggling. Never happened before either.

Interesting re frames switch. I still find (and this is my fear in some ways), I miss the b-line topspin bashing suitability of the APD. But I don't have to be playing with the PP for very long to realise that the precision, feel, solidness, sweet swinging, balance and weighting, effortless pop, etc (and I could go on), of these frames far outweighs the one, maybe two great qualities the APD has.

R.

origmarm · 02-20-2011, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Ross K

^^^ Rob, will have to wait for what transpires. Must say though, in a dim early morning light, smallish print of road maps etc - the other day I was suddenly really struggling. Never happened before either.

Interesting re frames switch. I still find (and this is my fear in some ways), I miss the b-line topspin bashing suitability of the APD. But I don't have to be playing with the PP for very long to realise that the precision, feel, solidness, sweet swinging, balance and weighting, effortless pop, etc (and I could go on), of these frames far outweighs the one, maybe two great qualities the APD has.

R.

Yeah it's difficult as it's always a trade off. I find that at the moment I just can't carry the Prestiges for a whole match and play the game I want. I'm a very aggressive attacking player and I just don't have the fitness anymore. For me it's a trade off between a great first set and a real dip or a lower but more consistent level throughout the match. That and I'm primarily a big serve, big forehand player so the extra power and lighter weight on the serve is no bad thing as I'm getting more spin so in effect more controlled power later into the match.

I have to get a tripod for my camcorder as I really feel I'm missing something on the backhand at the moment though.

crosscourt · 02-20-2011, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Ross K

To add to being leaden-footed and having a dodgey knee, I discovered something else this morning on the Devon drive that I'm sure will show up in my tennis sooner or later... my bloody eye-sight's starting to go!...

R.

Aah...the pleasures of half-term...

Dave M · 02-20-2011, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by origmarm

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I have to get a tripod for my camcorder as I really feel I'm missing something on the backhand at the moment though.

Have yo0u seen the gorilla pods?I got mine from Asda one day its a tripod with bendy legs that can attatch to court fences etc, allows different angles to look at what you are doing.

origmarm · 02-21-2011, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave M

Have yo0u seen the gorilla pods?I got mine from Asda one day its a tripod with bendy legs that can attatch to court fences etc, allows different angles to look at what you are doing.

Yeah this is what I'm thinking of getting. The only issue I can think of is that they are very short, so presumably putting them on the floor is not going to yield great results

Dave M · 02-21-2011, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by origmarm

Yeah this is what I'm thinking of getting. The only issue I can think of is that they are very short, so presumably putting them on the floor is not going to yield great results

Thats the only drawback to them though each leg is multi adjustable so angles can be alter to get everyone in shot!
THere are two, i went for the SLR one as its rated to a higher weight, have had my camcorder on it too. I was sat in jessops testing one before i got it.Much easier to drag around than a "proper" triod!

Ross K · 02-22-2011, 06:41 AM

UKRHs!

Enough about tennis and let's talk beers!... albeit, this is something of a cautionary note...

Yellow Hammer...

OMG, no thanks

... almost vomitted!

... BEWARE!... much more of that and I'd quickly be back to the lager and ciders!

Anyway, fully recovered now, and looking forward to another night of beerage down here in pastie-land.

Carry on, men.

R.

Dave M · 02-22-2011, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Ross K

UKRHs!

Enough about tennis and let's talk beers!... albeit, this is something of a cautionary note...

Yellow Hammer...

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Where do you go to find these drinks? I'v elived in Darzet all my life but some of the name you come up with, hold on are you in the West Country......?
I've always been amused by any beverage that has something growing or living in it.I remember in my youth a tequilla with a worm in it, does that still exist?

Dags · 02-22-2011, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Ross K

looking forward to another night of beerage down here in pastie-land.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again:

Ferryman

So jealous that you might have it in a pub near you.

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Originally Posted by Dave M

I'v elived in Darzet

I've been making do with yours in the meantime. At least you chaps are thoughtful enough to share it with the rest of us.

Badger Ales

Ferret has been a favourite of mine over the winter months. Will have to see where the palate takes me come spring.

Ross K · 02-22-2011, 12:40 PM

Dave,

These ales are usually Southern Devon specialities, so to speak. Family live here so spend a fair amount of time down in these parts, though I'm a Londoner for vast majority of the year (unfortunately.)

R.

Ross K · 02-22-2011, 12:42 PM

Dags,

Cheers for the heads up... Ferryman... I'm on the look out.

R.

forthegame · 02-23-2011, 09:46 AM

Hi guys, just a heads up.

Saw some Lotto shoes on sale, previously owned by a current ATP player. Really nice shoes, grass/astroturf and multicourt soles. Nice and comfy, felt good on the foot. Unfortunately, only in size 11.

On sale for armed robber prices! Sadly, I didn't think to note down the name of the shoes.

PM me for details if interested as to where I saw them and price etc. (don't want to fall foul of TW).

Meaghan · 02-23-2011, 12:21 PM

watching Wawrinka in Acapulco just looks so smooth this year, I think he must be on the ald beta blockers. Im expecting big things this year, not winning a GS but being competitive throughout.

Meaghan · 02-23-2011, 12:38 PM

i just put the mockers on him, he's since gone turd!

forthegame · 02-23-2011, 01:29 PM

How's everyone doing tennis wise? Really enjoying myself playing with my Donnay. Gonna offload some of the others. Recently took up swimming and while I'm only slightly ahead in the H2H (4-2), I think my legs are stronger already. Before playing tennis yesterday, I lost the last round in the pool. Cannot breathe for the life of me! Several gulps of water (and God knows what else!) and I gave up to go play tennis!

jazar · 02-23-2011, 11:50 PM

Heard about this beer shop and bar in Borough Market last night. Apparently the shop stocks about 600 beers from around the world. Definitely hitting that some time soon.

petema99 · 02-24-2011, 07:21 AM

Sorry if this has been discussed lately but what balls are everyone using? Also, price/shop??

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Heard about this beer shop and bar in Borough Market last night. Apparently the shop stocks about 600 beers from around the world. Definitely hitting that some time soon.

sounds good jaz

Ross K · 02-24-2011, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by jazar

Heard about this beer shop and bar in Borough Market last night. Apparently the shop stocks about 600 beers from around the world. Definitely hitting that some time soon.

Sounds right up my strasse (well, you did live for a while in Germany, right?

)... I've only been there a few times but Borough Market is an incredible place. Really good.

R.

Kam2010 · 02-24-2011, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by petema99

Sorry if this has been discussed lately but what balls are everyone using? Also, price/shop??

sounds good jaz

At the moment I am using Head Radical purchased from JJB Sports,
I got this few months ago, they had and currently have the same offer 3for2
As I use Quidco this means 8% cashback so I purchased 6 dozen which adds up to around £40 - £3.2 from Quidco so about £37 which worked out at around just over £2 per can of 4 tennis balls which I think is the cheapest.
Regarding delivery since it has to be above £50 I got it delievered to store and I went and picked it up..
To be honest with you I am regretting the amount purchased reason being the balls are not the best and do not last long. Saying this I would say for the value of £2 per can lets say its worth it..
I made a mistake previously when they had 3for2 I should of got more Wilson US Open 3 balls as they are better than the Head Radical..

I am trying to buy a bulk of Slazenger Ultra Vis from Sports Direct see if they may give a small discount, but there website contact information is shite, does anyone have an actual customer service email address for them?

02-20-2011, 11:44 AM	#762
Ross K Legend Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 7,820	^^^ Rob, will have to wait for what transpires. Must say though, in a dim early morning light, smallish print of road maps etc - the other day I was suddenly really struggling. Never happened before either. Interesting re frames switch. I still find (and this is my fear in some ways), I miss the b-line topspin bashing suitability of the APD. But I don't have to be playing with the PP for very long to realise that the precision, feel, solidness, sweet swinging, balance and weighting, effortless pop, etc (and I could go on), of these frames far outweighs the one, maybe two great qualities the APD has. R. __________________ Steam 99s

02-22-2011, 06:41 AM	#768
Ross K Legend Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 7,820	UKRHs! Enough about tennis and let's talk beers!... albeit, this is something of a cautionary note... Yellow Hammer... OMG, no thanks ... almost vomitted! ... BEWARE!... much more of that and I'd quickly be back to the lager and ciders! Anyway, fully recovered now, and looking forward to another night of beerage down here in pastie-land. Carry on, men. R. __________________ Steam 99s

02-22-2011, 12:40 PM	#771
Ross K Legend Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 7,820	Dave, These ales are usually Southern Devon specialities, so to speak. Family live here so spend a fair amount of time down in these parts, though I'm a Londoner for vast majority of the year (unfortunately.) R. __________________ Steam 99s

02-22-2011, 12:42 PM	#772
Ross K Legend Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 7,820	Dags, Cheers for the heads up... Ferryman... I'm on the look out. R. __________________ Steam 99s

02-23-2011, 09:46 AM	#773
forthegame Hall Of Fame Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Intercontinental Posts: 2,919	Lotto shoes... Hi guys, just a heads up. Saw some Lotto shoes on sale, previously owned by a current ATP player. Really nice shoes, grass/astroturf and multicourt soles. Nice and comfy, felt good on the foot. Unfortunately, only in size 11. On sale for armed robber prices! Sadly, I didn't think to note down the name of the shoes. PM me for details if interested as to where I saw them and price etc. (don't want to fall foul of TW). __________________ No For Sale posts outside the TW Classifieds please. "A man is not old until regrets take the place of dreams." Last edited by forthegame : 02-23-2011 at 01:28 PM.