There is no single tennis racquet that is superior to all others. Racquets are designed based on varying needs and styles of play, so before you make your purchase, you have to honestly assess what you are capable of and what you need to improve your game. The racquet that works best for one person may be a poor choice for another. Factors to consider include the need for power or control, head size, length and frame stiffness.
Step 1
Determine your skill level and strength in order to decide whether you need a power racquet, a tweener racquet, or a control racquet.
Step 2
Choose a power racquet if you are a beginner or are not very strong. These racquets are stiffer than others, which sends the ball back at a faster pace.
Step 3
Choose a tweener racquet if you are an intermediate player, or a skilled player who needs a little extra help with power. These racquets have the best balance of power and control.
Step 4
Choose a control racquet if you are an advanced player who is strong enough to create a lot of power without help from the racquet. These racquets are very flexible, allowing you much more control over the spin and direction of the ball.
Step 5
Pay attention to the head size of the racquet. Racquets with more square inches will generate more power, while smaller heads will have more control. This is true regardless of whether the racquet is a power, tweener or control racquet.
Step 6
Choose a longer overall length for your racquet if you need a little extra reach on serves or groundstrokes. Make sure the racquet is no longer than 29 inches if you want to be eligible for most tournaments.
Step 7
Hold the racquet and feel the weight. Racquets that are weighted towards the head will maneuver better, while heavier racquets are more evenly weighted and will allow you more control.
Step 8
Test out the racquet once you have made your choice based on the above factors. The final decision will be made based on the way it plays to your individual needs. Many retailers will allow you to "test drive" several choices without having to make a purchase.
Tips and Warnings
- Borrow your friends' racquets to see if you can find a model you like before shopping around.
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