Tennis racquet for beginner Adult player?

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tennislover123

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Can you please suggest which is the best racquet to get start with?
I want to start playing tennis but don't know which tennis to pick.
It would be better if you could suggest top 10 list that would be easy for me to choose.

Note: I have searched the racquets section for the said post but could not find any link.
 
Wilson CV Blade 104 or Wilson Six.One 95 16x18

Use the Blade if you are trying to swing / spin the ball, or use the Six.One if you are trying to block the ball / hit line drives.

I work with a lot of beginners, and I can give you very detailed reasons as to why these two make the most sense for those hitting styles. The side bonus is that either of these rackets can work fairly well for advanced players too, so you won't outgrow it.

The only other rackets I have seen work well with beginners are the Head Radicals or the Textreme Warrior 100. They aren't optimal for any particular shot, but they are fairly forgiving and have nice middling specs to hit everything fairly solid.

I am more than happy to defend these choices if you want more details.
 
IMO: If you're truly a beginner, no prior experience, go to Walmart and get something under $35.

Once you get the fundamentals down and prove to yourself you're gonna stick with it as a sport/hobby then look into getting a new stick.
 
mnttlrg said:
Wilson CV Blade 104 or Wilson Six.One 95 16x18

Use the Blade if you are trying to swing / spin the ball, or use the Six.One if you are trying to block the ball / hit line drives.

I work with a lot of beginners, and I can give you very detailed reasons as to why these two make the most sense for those hitting styles. The side bonus is that either of these rackets can work fairly well for advanced players too, so you won't outgrow it.

The only other rackets I have seen work well with beginners are the Head Radicals or the Textreme Warrior 100. They aren't optimal for any particular shot, but they are fairly forgiving and have nice middling specs to hit everything fairly solid.

I am more than happy to defend these choices if you want more details.
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Thank you mate for your valuable time and reply.
 
chic said:
IMO: If you're truly a beginner, no prior experience, go to Walmart and get something under $35.

Once you get the fundamentals down and prove to yourself you're gonna stick with it as a sport/hobby then look into getting a new stick.
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Thank you for reply.
I can buy online for time being.
 
Injured Again said:
Questions I would ask:

  • Man or woman
  • Athletic background
  • Injury situation
  • How much access to lessons/clinics/professional instruction
  • Goals for playing tennis (hit the ball around with friends for fun or to get good enough to compete)
  • Budget
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  • Man
  • Nil
  • Nil
  • Only Online nothing else.
  • Initially for fun, later on let's see.
  • Under $100
 
mnttlrg said:
Wilson CV Blade 104 or Wilson Six.One 95 16x18

Use the Blade if you are trying to swing / spin the ball, or use the Six.One if you are trying to block the ball / hit line drives.

I work with a lot of beginners, and I can give you very detailed reasons as to why these two make the most sense for those hitting styles. The side bonus is that either of these rackets can work fairly well for advanced players too, so you won't outgrow it.

The only other rackets I have seen work well with beginners are the Head Radicals or the Textreme Warrior 100. They aren't optimal for any particular shot, but they are fairly forgiving and have nice middling specs to hit everything fairly solid.

I am more than happy to defend these choices if you want more details.
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Can you please mention link of said racquets to buy, I have searched amazone and found many similar results, creating confusion.
 
Given the following requirements

  • Man
  • Non-Athletic
  • Non-Injured
  • Only Online nothing else.
  • Initially for fun, later on let's see.
  • Under $100

Head Graphene Touch Instinct Adaptive Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

Head Graphene Touch Instinct MP Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

They are medium weight, not too stiff, 16x19, is not extended length, it has nothing funky in the design, <=$100.... Perhaps give these a demo.

The below have O Ports which some would debate but for a beginner will offer a comfortable ride, are cheap, and will get an adult started with tennis:

Prince Textreme Beast O3 100 Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

The below is an O port racquet that is standard length but 104/107 head sizes which are other options:

Prince Textreme Beast O3 104 Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

Prince Textreme Warrior 107 Racquets

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

There are a few others but this list should be a good start.
 
Happy to see this thread. I played a little as a kid but hadn’t touched a tennis racket in decades. Just started hitting balls at my local gym. Bought a cheap racket, but i would like something a little better

woman
Active
No injuries
Online lessons
For fun and exercise
Under $100
 
LOBALOT said:
Given the following requirements

  • Man
  • Non-Athletic
  • Non-Injured
  • Only Online nothing else.
  • Initially for fun, later on let's see.
  • Under $100

Head Graphene Touch Instinct Adaptive Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

Head Graphene Touch Instinct MP Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

They are medium weight, not too stiff, 16x19, is not extended length, it has nothing funky in the design, <=$100.... Perhaps give these a demo.

The below have O Ports which some would debate but for a beginner will offer a comfortable ride, are cheap, and will get an adult started with tennis:

Prince Textreme Beast O3 100 Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

The below is an O port racquet that is standard length but 104/107 head sizes which are other options:

Prince Textreme Beast O3 104 Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

Prince Textreme Warrior 107 Racquets

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

There are a few others but this list should be a good start.
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That's pretty much responsive and helpful. Thanks buddy.
 
EllieK said:
Happy to see this thread. I played a little as a kid but hadn’t touched a tennis racket in decades. Just started hitting balls at my local gym. Bought a cheap racket, but i would like something a little better

woman
Active
No injuries
Online lessons
For fun and exercise
Under $100
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You may check links given above, If you would like.
 
get what most here call a "Granny Stick".

super light so you can catch up from starting your swing late.
I think beginners should have a wide beam so power is available at a slower swing speed.
Big head (over 100, 110 preferred, 115 and up too unwieldy) for a big sweet spot
most of these will have a lot of fiberglass so they will be kinda flexy.
If getting your own string is an option, lower end of the recc. range., and syn gut for durability. If you can get a thinner gauge, sure.
(more spin with less effort, helps with learning. when you break a string a little sooner than normal, you feel like a pro, heh heh)

The Head Ti6 comes to mind, I've seen lots of players start with it and they do pretty well.
Just remember that it is a stick you will eventually grow out of.

AS you progress, but are not ready for a new racket yet, you can "toughen up" this racket by going with tighter strings for more control, thinner strings for more spin, adding lead tape as needed in the racket handle, 3 and 9 o'clock, 12 o'clock, etc. Just remember to ask an experienced player, coach or pro for advice. Of course, doing these things will also make you a little more vulnerable to Tennis Elbow if you technique is bad. Make sure you work with your coach, film, etc. to be sure you are hitting correctly.
 
The Ti.S5 and Ti.S6 provide plenty of power and spin in stock form. A lot of advanced seniors still use them with lead to provide more recoil weight for their S&V games and to get balance more HL. I use to think players could outgrow 'granny frames', but that is no longer the case.
 
Gonna come in as anti ti.s6 and to.s5

Very light, very stiff frames. I know some guys who hit ok with them but there access to lazy shots is permanently hampering their game.


I second @LOBALOT 's recs above. And would also add the volkl vsense 7 and vsense 6 which most retailers have discounted to $90
 
I am also in the TI-S5/6 camp. These are really good frames that can be customized as skill and/or fitness increases. They have a solid, vibration-free and large sweet spot, and make the game easier to learn.

My son use this racket when he started playing tennis in his early teen years, and I pulled it out and hit with it a few months ago. I was very amazed at how good this racket was.
 
LOBALOT said:
Given the following requirements

  • Man
  • Non-Athletic
  • Non-Injured
  • Only Online nothing else.
  • Initially for fun, later on let's see.
  • Under $100

Head Graphene Touch Instinct Adaptive Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

Head Graphene Touch Instinct MP Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

They are medium weight, not too stiff, 16x19, is not extended length, it has nothing funky in the design, <=$100.... Perhaps give these a demo.

The below have O Ports which some would debate but for a beginner will offer a comfortable ride, are cheap, and will get an adult started with tennis:

Prince Textreme Beast O3 100 Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

The below is an O port racquet that is standard length but 104/107 head sizes which are other options:

Prince Textreme Beast O3 104 Racquet

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

Prince Textreme Warrior 107 Racquets

www.tennis-warehouse.com www.tennis-warehouse.com

There are a few others but this list should be a good start.
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Sorry about phrasing. Was scrambling to get to work when I wrote this and was writing in a singular sense then finding multiple applicable racquets/links but figure you get the gist.
 
EllieK said:
Happy to see this thread. I played a little as a kid but hadn’t touched a tennis racket in decades. Just started hitting balls at my local gym. Bought a cheap racket, but i would like something a little better

woman
Active
No injuries
Online lessons
For fun and exercise
Under $100
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Yes, I concur the previous list would work just fine in your case as well. I am not sure how big/strong you are and perhaps some of the lighter versions of these sticks might be easier to swing for you and the original poster if applicable.
 
mnttlrg said:
Have you had someone measure your grip size? Most people are comfortable with 3/8 if you don't know for sure. If you are short, 1/4 might suit you better.
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That is a really good point and one I have seen folks mess up in the past. They buy a racquet (or in this case order one online), use it for bit, and then realize the grip is the wrong size. Make sure to have a pro check your grip size and order accordingly.
 
I’d suggest most beginners who are serious should look at a Clash. If they want to develop great form then get a Phantom 93p.
 
stapletonj said:
get what most here call a "Granny Stick".

super light so you can catch up from starting your swing late.
I think beginners should have a wide beam so power is available at a slower swing speed.
Big head (over 100, 110 preferred, 115 and up too unwieldy) for a big sweet spot
most of these will have a lot of fiberglass so they will be kinda flexy.
If getting your own string is an option, lower end of the recc. range., and syn gut for durability. If you can get a thinner gauge, sure.
(more spin with less effort, helps with learning. when you break a string a little sooner than normal, you feel like a pro, heh heh)

The Head Ti6 comes to mind, I've seen lots of players start with it and they do pretty well.
Just remember that it is a stick you will eventually grow out of.

AS you progress, but are not ready for a new racket yet, you can "toughen up" this racket by going with tighter strings for more control, thinner strings for more spin, adding lead tape as needed in the racket handle, 3 and 9 o'clock, 12 o'clock, etc. Just remember to ask an experienced player, coach or pro for advice. Of course, doing these things will also make you a little more vulnerable to Tennis Elbow if you technique is bad. Make sure you work with your coach, film, etc. to be sure you are hitting correctly.
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I think new players who want to develop good technique should avoid light granny frames at all costs. They should use something small, heavy, and flexy. It will force naturally sound strokes.
 
beltsman, I agree if the student is one who has decided that they are going to be a good player no matter how much work, practice, lessons, etc., it takes until they reach competence.

Heck, when I was younger, I would play and practice with a TAD Davis II standard size woodie before I hauled out my Prince 110 for playing matches.

However, unlike racketball and pickleball and frisbee, etc., the length of time it takes to get to enjoyment level in tennis is considerable.

One of the reasons we have fewer tennis players than we should is that potential players get frustrated and quit early because they haven't reached the level of enjoyment/competence as quickly as they envisioned.

"Granny Sticks" help with that. In golf, they specifically got away from calling them women's clubs or beginner clubs, but called them "game improvement" clubs. It helped tremendously.

Can you imagine how hard it would be to get men and kids to stick with golf if all that was available was thin blade irons, standard size wood head woods, and old school Acushnet steel blade putters?
 
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TExtreme Warrior 100 $119 of you buy two.

That is what I bought, strung and gave to two adult beginners back in Dec. it was for a husband and wife, who couldn't afford new frames for them selves.

This frame works for beginners and USTA 5.0C men. They didn't ask for a frame. But they deserved better than what they had. Wal-Mart frame that costs $20 20 years ago wasn't worth stringing.

Not a fan of Red, Yellow, Black and White. Evidently Prince never noticed the Maryland flag before changing the frame I posted pics of to the cheaper, uglier Beast TExtreme Warrior 100
 
Injured Again said:
Questions I would ask:

  • Man or woman
  • Athletic background
  • Injury situation
  • How much access to lessons/clinics/professional instruction
  • Goals for playing tennis (hit the ball around with friends for fun or to get good enough to compete)
  • Budget
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Will try to piggyback on your reply, and see if you can suggest where to look at.

woman, athletic but small and not endure, no injuries, no TE, training once a week with Head Graphene XT Instinct Rev Pro but balls are going either too good or into the sky. She is using 2yr old default strings which I am about to change and set at lower tension. The goal is to play for fun with friends.
 
halfpast said:
Will try to piggyback on your reply, and see if you can suggest where to look at.

woman, athletic but small and not endure, no injuries, no TE, training once a week with Head Graphene XT Instinct Rev Pro but balls are going either too good or into the sky. She is using 2yr old default strings which I am about to change and set at lower tension. The goal is to play for fun with friends.
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That's a decent racquet for a once-per-week player so I agree with your choice to restring. Possibly even a multi at mid to lower-mid tensions would last long enough. Good luck.
 
g4driver said:
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TExtreme Warrior 100 $119 of you buy two.

That is what I bought, strung and gave to two adult beginners back in Dec. it was for a husband and wife, who couldn't afford new frames for them selves.

This frame works for beginners and USTA 5.0C men. They didn't ask for a frame. But they deserved better than what they had. Wal-Mart frame that costs $20 20 years ago wasn't worth stringing.

Not a fan of Red, Yellow, Black and White. Evidently Prince never noticed the Maryland flag before changing the frame I posted pics of to the cheaper, uglier Beast TExtreme Warrior 100
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highly underrated frames!
 
Injured Again said:
multi at mid to lower-mid tensions would last long enough
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That's actually a valuable hint. I spent a few hours reading this forum to understand that poly and beginner isn't a great blend. Perhaps I go with Head Velocity then and see how she performs. I also tempted to try it out in my own Vcore95.
Can you suggest a tensions to start with, as I never put a multi string in before? I suppose 1.30@21kg for VC95 (I am more hard hitting) and 1.25@24 for Head would suffice?
 
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halfpast said:
That's actually a valuable hint. I spent a few hours reading this forum to understand that poly and beginner isn't a great blend. Perhaps I go with Head Velocity then and see how she performs. I also tempted to try it out in my own Vcore95.
Can you suggest a tensions to start with, as I never put a multi string in before? I suppose 1.30@21kg for VC95 (I am more hard hitting) and 1.25@24 for Head would suffice?
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I'd suggest using the lower to middle end of the racquet's recommended range. So if it says 22-28 kg, try it at 24 or 25 kg. I think Veloccity is known for being a bit more firm among multis, so in that case use it at a bit lower tension. Good luck!
 
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