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    Best lead guitar in rock´s history?

    There will always be debates over such factors as technical ability v song-crafting (i.e. EVH v the Edge). Fwiw, the names I have heard mentioned by other guitar greats most often as being their main influence are Hendrix, Page and Van Halen. Blackmore was probably the first true rock guitar...
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    Raquet specs for a beginner

    I believe that low to mid 60's stiffness is a sound recommendation. Having dealt with shoulder issues for a spell, I went from a Babolat Aeropro Drive Cortex (RA: 67) to a Dunlop Aerogel 300 (RA: 61). The difference in feel between these two racquets is pretty significant. This is just my own...
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    Raquet specs for a beginner

    I generally agree with the above statement. I feel like I was in your shoes only about two short years ago and have since then discovered a whole world of racquet ins and outs, for better or worse. To address your power concerns, and without getting into details pertaining to stringing...
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    In need of a cheap racquet...

    I've used both the Babolat APDGT and Head LM Rad MP. They are quite dissimilar in terms of playing characteristics. The racquets that you have to choose from are more similar to the Head LM Rad in terms of flex but the Babolat Pure Storm Tour is weightier, has an open string pattern, and is...
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    Babolat Pure Storm Tour GT

    I second this sentiment. I am particularly interested given that the Pure Storm line, spec-wise at least, is really the only arm-friendly offering from Babolat.
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