anirut
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I remember reading sometimes ago about NBMJ using the Wilson Sting. I'd say that I LOVE reading your posts, NBMJ! And I appreciate your comments and insights.
OK, I have the Sting SC -- the bronze color one with an inverted stabilzer bar at the throat.
A little story: I have been using the Dunlop Revelation Pro (18x20) and the ROK 93 for sometime. I have also used the Volkl C9 (16x20 or 19?) and the Head Ti Radical MP (sold off). I should say that after playing with those 'modern' rackets for some years, I was playing "what-the-heck's-wrong-with-me tennis". Tennis had since become something like "just-to-get-some-sweat" exercise. I used to play competitive when in college (I'm 39 now).
Then last week I dug out my 1995-bought and twice-used Sting SC Mid (16x18) and strung it with the low-cost Gamma Syn at 57 and I was playing tennis like I used to in my college years. My tennis pal (we've been playing together since primary school) was kind of stunned that my shots have gotten back to what they used to be -- precise and controlled. I have no problem hitting hard and swinging out.
So, to sum up, I'm looking for a new racket that will match the Sting SC's playability (and specs). I have no information whatsoever with regard to the racket I own. I bought it in 1995. I asked Wilson but so far they've only asked me back if I own the Midplus or Oversize (inspite of my telling them that I have the Mid size).
I'm actually quite interested in the Fischer Pro Extreme FT (95 sq.in.) and the Wilson PS 90 (now on sale here). I'm in Thailand (yes, where the Tsunami swept the west coasts last year) and it's IMPOSSIBLE to demo a racket here.
A little about my game. Started off with wooden days. I now play rough, hard-hitting recreational tennis. I don't compete. I hit hard, mostly from the base line. Don't usually go up front but can do just to survive. I usually serve kicks -- not tall enough for hammers. Mostly hit flat groundies with at little top-spin (just to keep the ball in). One handed backhand, either flat or tops. Don't usually slice except when pushed to do like in approaches and usually slice with backhands only.
Thanks and please advice. Sorry for the long post.
OK, I have the Sting SC -- the bronze color one with an inverted stabilzer bar at the throat.
A little story: I have been using the Dunlop Revelation Pro (18x20) and the ROK 93 for sometime. I have also used the Volkl C9 (16x20 or 19?) and the Head Ti Radical MP (sold off). I should say that after playing with those 'modern' rackets for some years, I was playing "what-the-heck's-wrong-with-me tennis". Tennis had since become something like "just-to-get-some-sweat" exercise. I used to play competitive when in college (I'm 39 now).
Then last week I dug out my 1995-bought and twice-used Sting SC Mid (16x18) and strung it with the low-cost Gamma Syn at 57 and I was playing tennis like I used to in my college years. My tennis pal (we've been playing together since primary school) was kind of stunned that my shots have gotten back to what they used to be -- precise and controlled. I have no problem hitting hard and swinging out.
So, to sum up, I'm looking for a new racket that will match the Sting SC's playability (and specs). I have no information whatsoever with regard to the racket I own. I bought it in 1995. I asked Wilson but so far they've only asked me back if I own the Midplus or Oversize (inspite of my telling them that I have the Mid size).
I'm actually quite interested in the Fischer Pro Extreme FT (95 sq.in.) and the Wilson PS 90 (now on sale here). I'm in Thailand (yes, where the Tsunami swept the west coasts last year) and it's IMPOSSIBLE to demo a racket here.
A little about my game. Started off with wooden days. I now play rough, hard-hitting recreational tennis. I don't compete. I hit hard, mostly from the base line. Don't usually go up front but can do just to survive. I usually serve kicks -- not tall enough for hammers. Mostly hit flat groundies with at little top-spin (just to keep the ball in). One handed backhand, either flat or tops. Don't usually slice except when pushed to do like in approaches and usually slice with backhands only.
Thanks and please advice. Sorry for the long post.
