Is it necessary to have a cushion on your racket???

Question

I wanted to know b/c I bought a new racket but it has no cushion...

Answer 1

I find that a shock absorber really helps me. Some people say it doesn't effect them at all. It really only depends on the person. You should try one with a shock absorber, and one without and see which you like better.

Answer 2

Depends on how you like your racket to feel, but most players would say its not "necessary". However, Ive seen some players who can't play well without a shock absorber, and some that can't play well with one. Almost any type of shock absorber will work. I would play without one for a few days, and then borrow a shock absorber and try playing with it. See what feel you like better.  

Answer 3

Well I use a babolat pure drive. which the racket type doesn't always make a difference on to whether or not you need a shock absorber unless it has one built in. But I and my freinds who dig tennis too thought it was wierd how I put a shock absorber on and my game suddenly messed up but when I took it off I could just fine. I think it depends mentally and how much you actually use a shockabsorber. I dont use one yet my freinds do and it didn't give them a edge or anything in the game. I still beat them. But you know just maybe get one from a freind or buy one it doesn't have to be too nice. I heard that rubber bands work too.

So g'luck on that. but if you get one try it for a while then take it off and see if you can tell a difference( note this will truly help against people who hit deep and powerful shots from the baseline).  

Answer 4

I find it very helpful to use a shock absorber because it really does absorb some of the shock instead of it shooting up your arm.

I have been playing with them for a while, and when I do not use one I notice my arm is a little bit more sore. Using a absorbers  may also stop a weird pinging noise that may occur when you make contact with the ball. It is just personal preference, not necessary.

Answer 5

i know most people (even some pros) use shock absorbers, but i dont. I dont feel a difference with or without one.