Heavy vs. Light Tennis Racket?

Question

I currently have a newer, light "Head" (which is the brand) tennis racket. I'm only a teenager and really weak. Would a heavier racket be better for me?

Answer 1

Well it depend because you can get a balanced racket, head heavy, grip heavy. I like head heavy rackets im not a tennis god but i would say preference. Try to demo some different weight and different weighted styles of rackets.

Answer 2

That racket ya have is good enough.

Just keep on practicing with it so ya may be accustomed & well adjusted with it.

Lighter ones are adapted for speed, while the heavier ones needs more power to hit balls.

Answer 3

If you have a reasonable baseline game , a head heavy racket is recommended.  Agassi uses one.  If your into net play,  then the light one is for you. (think Pat Rafter)  I use a heavy one.  The  weight of the racket allows it to drop by itself naturally thereby starting the backswing almost automatically.

Answer 4

from what i've learned, a lighter racket is better for a beginner player but even really good players use light ones. it all depends on what feels comfortable to you. i use a lighter one and i have much more control and i'm still able to give a lot of power.

hope that helps!

Answer 5

Depends if you want power or control, large weight gives you control, light weight gives you power.

Answer 6

I used to use a very light racquet (9.5 oz strung) and it hurt my arm BAD. Even if you have little power, I'd say go for a racquet as heavy as you can handle and string at a low tension (say... 50-55 lbs.) with multifilament string. It's always better to use a racquet that is comfortable to you.. Racquets that are too light can cause injury to the arm. I had a TFCC tear in my wrist because of this. It was probably due to my technique as well, but ever since I switched to the Prince O3 Speedport Pro White, my wrist is fine. And I didn't have to correct my technique either. Light racquets also tend to create more shock, which then transfers to your wrist and arm. I'd say that a racquet around 10 and 11.5 oz strung is good for you.

Once again, pick a racquet as heavy as you can handle. If you need more power, string with a lighter tension and thinner string. Maybe picking a head heavy racquet would help with the power issue. If you need more control, string at a higher tension with a stiffer string.

And like the person above me, I would agree on spending more money on a quality racquet. Perhaps try the Head Liquidmetal 4. It is only $69.95 at Tennis Warehouse.

Head Size:

102 sq. in. / 658 sq. cm.

Length: 27.25 inches / 69 cm

Strung Weight: 10.7oz / 303g

Balance: 1 pts Head Heavy

Swingweight: 335

Stiffness: 67

Beam Width: 25 mm Straight Beam

Composition: LiquidMetal Titanium / Graphite and Piezzo Electric Fibers

Power Level: Medium

Swing Speed: Moderate-Fast

Grip Type: HydroSorb

String Pattern:

16 Mains / 19 Crosses

Mains skip: 7T,9T,8H

Two Piece

No shared holes

String Tension: 52-62 pounds

http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage...

If you really have the money, I highly recommend the Prince O3 Speedport Blue.

Head Size:

110 sq. in. / 710 sq. cm.

Length: 27.5 inches / 70 cm

Strung Weight: 10.4oz / 295g

Balance: 2 pts Head Heavy

Swingweight: 340

Stiffness: 65

Beam Width: 25-27-23 mm Tapered Beam

Composition: GraphitExtreme / Copper / Titanium / Tungsten

Power Level: Medium-High

Swing Speed: Moderate

Grip Type: DuraPro+

String Pattern:

16 Mains / 19 Crosses

Mains skip: 7T.9T.7H.9H

One Piece

No shared holes

String Tension: 55-65 pounds

http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage...

Answer 7

I myself use a light racket from Prince, and another heavy Head racket. Most of the time, I like playing with my lighter racket because it has a faster swing and I can turn it easily. You shouldn't worry if your a teenager, I'm a teen myself. Heavier rackets tend to tighten up the upper arm sometimes, and that may lead to a sore arm. But if your wrist hurts with a light racket, you should get the grip changed, so it feels comfortable in your hand.

Answer 8

No it prolly wouldnt. If you're 'weak' as you say, a lighter racket will allow you to play longer, even if at the expense of some power.

Answer 9

no absolutely not most people not familiar with raquets think heavier means stronger but thats simply not true actually heaveier raquets are meant for control and they usually have thinner frames not to mention the fact that they are harder to swing. lighter raquets with thick frames offer a lot of power and since they are so light as my coach told me when i was starting out " you better really be able to rip that ball with that feather weight you have" however the downside is that the lighter thicker ones are usually much more expensive sometimes up to 100+ dollars more.

when i was int your situation when i was starting out though i was about 12 i was using the head flexpoint 4 wich is now about 150 at *****

probably the best raquet out there right now for begginers is the new head crossbow 10 but its 279 http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage...

if your looking for a cheap alternative the head flexpoint 6 oversize: http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage... is a good choice

i highly recomend any head raquet for begginers

Answer 10

A comparison of heavy and light tennis rackets will usually involve the benefits and disadvantages of those two types, so I'll start there.

Heavy rackets:( Wilson K six one 95)

Pros- Solid impact with the ball, good support for volleys. Less effort required for a "harder" shot. Usually more control.

Better for one-handed backhands.

Cons- May tire you out faster because of its weight(wrist gets tired at net). May need to swing faster to generate spin.

Light Rackets:(Babolat Pure Drive/ Prince TurboShark/ Head Intelligence)

Pros- Easier to swing and thus generates more spin. Maneuverable at net. Better for hitting balls on the run.

Cons- Could have shoulder problems, worse for stability and volley technique at net, need to swing harder. Less power on serves and groundstrokes.

My suggestion is that if you are a young, inexperienced player, the light racket should be fine for learning strokes and playing at the recreational level. Once you become serious and devote time to honing your shots, switch to a heavier racket.

EDIT:

Meh...that's a so-so racket. I would invest more money to buy a good racket so that you won't have to constantly switch year after year.  Try the HEAD flexpoint line. The radicals are pretty cheap nowadays.

Answer 11

the lighter one. the reason ur am is hurting is becuse your trying to kill the ball slow down on ur hits and stay with light raqets