Swingweight question

[apothnyc]

Generally speaking.....is a racquet with a lower swingweight less demanding (easier to generate head speed....less fatigue) than a higher sw stick? What if the lower sw stick weighs more than the higher sw one? I hope this makes sense. I other words...if I feel that I want to go a bit "lighter"...can I look at swingweight rather than actual weight?

 

[Steve H.]

Lower swingweight means it's easier to get moving fast (more power and mobility) but also less momentum on impact (more shock and less power). It's a trade-off. Yes, a lower-swingweight frame will feel lighter; along with balance it may be more significant than static weight in how a racquet feels. Hope this helps....

 

[Gaines Hillix]

Swingweight effects how much effort it takes to get the racquet moving from a stationary position(i.e. not moving). Many players speak of maneuverability when they are referring to swingweight and balance. A frame with a high swingweight and a head heavy balacne is not going to be as easy/quick to react, especially on volleys on balls with a lot of pace.