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Interesting comments Tony about the disadvantages of lighter raquets. When I bought the Lite about 3 years ago I tried it on court against the slightly heavier Extreme MP; I think it was the MP - heavier / more substantial). I found the lite much easier at the net. But I am hoping my...

Thanks Tony, I hadn't considered the Touch version. Your help is much appreciated.

I have been using the Head Extrmeme Lite XT Graphene 2016 model since that year. I had a several previous years models of this Racquet type. Perhaps a silly question but for anybody who has also used these models, does the latest 2019 model represent any significant technical advance on the...

Thanks very much for that very helpful reply - the Barricade boost certainly seem worth investigating. I live in a slightly isolated part of the UK, so it is not easy to find a stockist with a large range of tennis shoes to try; and it is different again to actually play in them for several...

Thanks for the comments so far. I read about night splints yesterday for the first time - could well be worth a try. Also on another thread I have been asking about the current model of shoe suitable for orthotics, and providing maximum stability and cushioning. I have been buying old stock of...

I have always been prone to knee and heel pain. I have addresses this by using orthotics, cushioning insoles, stretching and physio. Unfortunately my Plantar faciiitis has just returned after several years free. I have been playing more singles than usual (a bit), but I am wondering how much...

I know this has been covered in various forms, but some of the posts are quite old - the shoe model may no longer be available. I am prone to Plantar Faciitis (heel pain) and knee problems. I wear a custom made orthotic, so the shoe needs to be fairly wide, and have a high enough heel to...

Hi, I have worn Head Cruz Pro Tennis shoes for approximately the past 4 years. As the original version was replaced by a later version, I have purchased old stocks of the original from amazon or ****. Unfortunately these stocks seem to have now run out (in the UK). I have suffered knee and...

It is still fitted with the factory strings - I believe sonic pro edge; I imagine at a mid tension. A good thought though - I am sure an overambitious stringer can cause havoc to a racquet.

It is this one - Head Graphene XT Extreme Lite Tennis Racket

Oh not quite so good - I have realised my model is the latest version - not only is it an Extreme Graphene, is also the XT EXTREME LITE. It doesn't include XT on the frame unfortunately; so is not the version used by the poster above!

I should also mention that I have not added weight to the Racquet, or modified it in any way (other than an overgrip).

Thanks for the replies on this , and your help in solving my problem. I have taken some photos, but realise I need a suitable url site to post them on the forum (I don't). However, even on my full screen view its difficult to make any clear sense of the cracking; other than that they are on...

The Head Extreme Lite Graphene I purchased only approx. 4 - 5 months ago is a starting to show cracking on both sides of the throat. I originally assumed it was just the paint - but I am now not so sure; I think it could be the frame itself. The frame does not show any impact damage. I am not a...

That's funny. In a golf instruction book by Jim Mclean he says ignore what golf professionals tell you about there own swing/how to hit a ball; he said when filmed there golf swing / tempo / timing is often completely different to what they describe and feel themselves.

That is a very good question - that did occur to me after reading the above post, but I haven't been back since. He could be a two handed backhander? However, I have just watched a top speed tennis youtube clip on the backhand and he is showing a full turn to face the target on completion; but...

Thanks for your help. I have sort of come to the same conclusion overnight (UK time) after watching a few of the youtube free coaching clips - the rear hand pushes backwards for balance into contact and beyond on the clips I watched. For me I suspect it also helps me to orientate and make...

I am a right handed social level player - not too bad, not too good. I use a one handed backhand. I have recently had some coaching with a new coach to try and improve things a bit; I used a different coach for a while a year or so ago. My original coach said my rear left arm should go...

Thanks for that information - you seem completely sold on Big Ace. Part of the reason I have asked the question, is because here in the UK Big Ace does not seem like a standard string offered when buying new racquets, and I am assuming it is not widely used (?) This could be complete rubbish, as...

What didn't you like about the textreme 100 T , if you don't mind me asking? Thanks

Thanks for your thoughts on Revolution - much appreciated. Could I ask, do you think your no 1 string Big Ace is more or less comfortable on the arm/elbow compared to Revolution? I am concerned about injury problems, obviously. Revoultion is the only string on your list that I have used, so...

Great - have been waiting for your Revolve review. Thanks

So to hear about the sore shoulder - did you get to try the Wilson Revolve by any chance?

I can find very little on here about the Prince Warrior T and L - actually nothing about the L. I have trialled the T 100 P, and found it very under powered for my liking - so perhaps I nee a very light racquet after-all. I am a fairly senior player! A bit concerned about ordering the heavier...

Thanks for the replies on this so far. Under powered on the serve (?) This racquet weighs 310g 10.9ox unstrung - but is still good for arm comfort? Seems a slight contradiction, but everyone seems to say the same thing. It sounds very different to the Head racquet I have been using, that's...

I am sure this has been asked before but does anybody have a favourite string / weight for the 2014 Prince Tour 100 16x18? I am looking for the middle ground between speed, control and comfort (and durability) - a joe average so to speak. Thanks for any help; I have just run out of time today...

Is there any resemblance between the Warrior and the old model Tour 100 16x18 - apart from being made by the same manufacturer?

I have re-read all the thread, and realised that in some ways my last question repeats my first question - sorry about that!

I have just tried the Textreme Tour 100 P; with Prince Attack multifilament at 55lbs. Unfortunately it felt fairly 'dead' to me; hard to generate speed, power and spin. It also felt quite stiff - not what I need for my elbow and shoulder. I was surprised - the TW review on this racquet rates...

Thanks for that - Prince tour xs 52 lbs. Spent ages looking in the text!