Dunlop max 200g

[martin]

I played with a dunlop max 200g last week. It has a low power level and was strung around 22 kg. In comparison to my pro staff classic which is stung at 26 kg. To my surprise i couldn't notice any power differences except the max 200 g is more arm friendly. The control between the pro staff classic and 200g was about the same.
Does this mean that with lowering the tension you can get just a much power and control as a more powerful racket with a high tension?

 

[BreakPoint]

Well you definitely get more power from using a lower tension, but the control you're experiencing with the Max 200G comes from the higher flex of the racquet as compared to the ProStaff.

 

[martin]

The dunlop max 200g has a flex rating of 40 and the pro staff classic has a rating of 72.
Or do you mean something else with the higer flex of the racket?

 

[BreakPoint]

That's what I mean. The Max 200G is much more flexible, thus, giving more dwell time and control.

 

[Mark S. Hogan]

For kg to lb multiply by 2.2046.

22 kg is 48.5 lb. Well below the minimun recommended.

 

[AndrewD]

Something else to consider when you're talking about the control potential of low tensions is that you require less effort to generate the same amount of power. A lower tension can allow you to slow your swing which can enable you to have more control over your shot. Still requires good technique (probably better technique than with a tightly strung frame) but can be a very good option especially for the older player or someone who has experienced arm/shoulder/wrist problems.