Want to add something extra to your tennis game? One of the most overlooked aspects of tennis equipment to improve your tennis are the actual tennis strings. All too often, players think about changing racquets to add more power, spin or control, when in fact the strings can make a big difference too. In October … Read more
Tennis rackets have evolved massively over the years. Wooden rackets were common place until Jimmy Connors started using a steel racket in the 1970s. Seeing the power he could generate, including his comprehensive victory over Ken Rosewall in 1974, led to many more players switching to metal rackets. Aluminium was the material of choice for … Read more
Everyone has their own style when they play tennis. Whether you’re an aggressive baseline player who likes to hit powerful ground strokes with lots of spin, or you’re a serve and volley player who likes to have good feel and control around the net. Or maybe your style is a bit of both? Obviously the … Read more
I play tennis about once a week for a couple of hours (weather permitting). To be honest, I really would like to play more, but with family commitments it’s just not possible. If you’re a parent, I’m sure you understand… Anyway, the other week I was surprised when I broke a string during a tennis … Read more
I recently upgraded my tennis strings as unfortunately one snapped in a doubles match. I didn’t even have a spare racket, so I had to borrow one for the rest of the game. Didn’t go to well as you might expect after that! This is the first time I’ve had to go through the process … Read more
Two weeks ago, I changed my tennis strings. I hadn’t planned to do it so soon as I only play once a week. Also, the strings are only a few months old. But these were a basic set of strings which I got with my tennis racket. Anyway, I was forced into changing my strings … Read more
I’ve been very pleased with my Mantis Pro III tennis racket I bought several months ago. It’s a great overall racket for control, feel and giving me sufficient power. We all know racket design is a big factor in determining how well a racket ‘feels’ when you hit your shots. However, tennis strings are also … Read more
It’s only in the past year or so that I’ve really started to look at tennis strings and how they can improve your game. Some can offer you more spin, control and power so you have to choose carefully to pick one to complement your playing style. In this article let’s take a look at … Read more
At the weekend, I had a tennis lesson with a friend who I knew from college. I hadn’t seen him in over 15 years. He’s now a tennis coach living in sunny Bournemouth, in the UK. Living the dream 🙂 (if the weather’s nice) Anyway, as we were playing, he let me have a go … Read more
