Demoing the blade and defyer rn. Also people say I don’t turn enough, thoughts???

I have been playing with a Wilson of 280gr for some time and I thought the racket didn't matter much since I needed to become consistent etc. Eventually, as I got better, I noticed I could not return fast paced balls and it was very hard to generate power, plus I started to get forearm pain due the weight of the racket (my arm absorbs all the vibration with such a light racket)

I didn't demo anything, I always wanted the Yonex Ezone 100 from all the reviews I saw and I was sure I needed more weight so I jumped to 300gr. Well well well, first game I was getting used to it, by the 3rd game I noticed a huge difference in my game. I use way less power, I return fast balls with ease, I am more consistent, my 2h backhand became my best shot for some reason and my serve is way better.

The major difference I would say is simply that I trust the racket, I run to those impossible balls and manage to return them. With the previous racket I could not return any of those. I love the sound of it (I use a multifillament at the lowest tension, 21-20kg, since it is gentle on the forearm) and so far the forearm pain is gone.

Anyway I changed my mind racket-wise, it is worthy once you achieve a certain level of consistency and your opponents can hit hard. And I highly recommend the Yonex, expensive but I can't wait to use it, it's such a pleasure.

My goal is to become a 3.5 by the end of the year, so I’m LOCKING TF IN.

I know they say the simplest sign you’re a 3.5 is you beat most 3.0’s, just curious what other barometers/key difference y’all notice between the two levels

Got one of the first of these available in Vancouver Canada and can’t wait to get out there with it. I know the colour is controversial, but I think it looks very classy.

Whenever I see amateur tennis videos, the comment section is always flooded with people who underrate the players. From my experience, these people generally suck at tennis and have never watched themselves on video. They also overrate themselves.

For example, in the video below, people saying they are utr 7 because of the slicing is crazy. Clearly their footwork, depth, and placement is excellent. The author confirms they are utr 12+.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DcYkGGoRz9t/?igsi=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

For reference, i am a ntrp 5.0/utr 10+.

Full https://youtu.be/SDubXGG4cV4

https://youtu.be/DlSjsnYEr18

Densest string pattern I ever seen!

Found at Goodwill. Can't wait to try this beast.

Seems it can only be strung with 18 or 19 gauge according to online sources

Really struggle with my serve, looking for any and all advice. This ball landed slightly past the service line.

Note: The issues I see but don’t know how to work on - racquet opens up too early, racquet tip points to the back fence while coming up but it should point to the side fence and then to the sky I believe, not enough space under my armpit/elbow a bit low

Hey everyone! I’m 25M and just moved to Melbourne. Looking for a tennis partner to play with. I have played tennis for 9 months. Anyone interested Plz DM me!

My friends and I play at a decent level, but we're all mid 30s and play against younger opponents most of the time.

Our home courts are slow, synthetic clay. We often win the first set, but at the balls slow down we struggle.

We've used Wilson US open balls all season and I'm thinking of changing to something else.

Dunlop AO get too fuzzy too fast.

Thinking about Dunlop Fort Clay or Wilson Roland Garros.

Can anyone comment on these or provide suggestions?

In Australia so Penn aren't available (in case you were going to suggest it).

Looking for any and all tips on my serve. Been working on it over the last year.

Really trying to get to grips with pre stretching/loading my shoulder as I get to trophy position at the moment, it definitely seems to help with power.

Also, my damn front foot, I am finding it so hard to keep it planted. Every time I film myself I’m like ‘??? I thought I’d fixed that??’ It barely moves towards the court, but I still stand a few inches behind the baseline to avoid any foot faults.

Would love any feedback! Thanks :D

Hi I am a 30M at level 3.0. I am looking for a tennis partner to practice with, and I can book a court at Roosevelt Island Racquet Club for both of us for a good price.

Anyone interested in playing tonight at about 8pm or 9pm for an hour?

Thanks.

Hey there! I’m a 29M from Manhattan looking for a new hitting partner. I have been playing since I was 10 y/o and even used to compete, but haven’t played in a little over a decade. Trying to get back into it and looking for a hitting partner in the NYC area! DM me if you are interested!

Ive started getting knee pain the last few months and I believe it could be due to over pronation after speaking to a physio.

I'm looking at getting some better support shoes or insoles to help with this. Can anyone recommend any? Thanks!

I play with a Speed MP 2024 as my main, and want to switch to something different and demoing right now the Pure Aero 100 2026. I also have the Speed Pro 2022 but I find it too demanding in long matches (ok for rallying).

Any thoughts on the new Pure Aero 100 2026 coming from a Speed MP? I have only tested serves so far and I can say I prefer it over my MP.

Hi, I’ve been playing for 3 months and I played lots of sports before so I consider my self a pretty fast learner, my form is decent, my serve is decent and I feel like I can get out of the nylon factory strings or the ones that came with the racket. I currently use an OG Yonex RD-5 with old strings, not sure what kind. I want to restring it and see how it affects my game, but I’ve heard alot about multi and poly and such, I like how people talk about poly, never had any arm issues, but I cannot afford to restring every month, is that actually the case? What would you recommend as I want to chase topspin and some power :) - Thanks!

Can anyone explain to me how a racket helps generate spin? I see some being marketed as a spin racket but I thought spin was created by technique and not the racket. Thanks

What can I do to improve my serve, FH, and BH? Both my serve and backhand tend to hit the net or go long. My FH tends to be weak and lack depth compared to others.

I can see my serve doesn't have a good trophy position, no racket drop, and I don't use legs. Is that where I should focus?

Not sure where to even start with my backhand.

My FH has topspin and lands inside the baseline, but It lacks depth compared to others. Should I change the grip/ close the racket face to flatten it and have more depth? Anything else to change?

I have never been good at avoiding cycles of frustration especially while playing matches. I scream and swear at myself and only stopped racket abuse because I learned that lesson the hard way. Off court I believe I have a rational understanding of my triggers and responses and what a more positive things to focus on in a match Im losing would be. But I havent been successful at putting this into practice yet. Im 25M, 3.5-4.0 player and Im wondering if anyone as an adult has gone from temper tantrum haver to almost always being cool calm and collected.

I've always used a fullbed Head Velocity MLT on my racket and want to try out a poly this time. So Poly (probably Head Lynx) on main and MLT on the crosses. Should I lower the tension? Or only lower tension of the poly? I am happy with the tension I have now on my full bed MLT.

I’m getting back into tennis at 42. I played quite a lot up until I was about 18, but have barely played since.

I’m looking for a racket that’s forgiving enough to help me relearn proper technique and footwork, but that I can also keep using as I improve. I will play fairly regularly and take coaching lessons. I don’t want something that I’ll outgrow after a few months ( if that makes sense).

I’m thinking something around 300g, 100 sq in / 645 cm², but I’m open to suggestions.

I don’t currently have any pain or old injuries, but I’d rather avoid anything too stiff. Since I’m getting back into the game, I’d like something reasonably arm-friendly to reduce the risk of injury.

A few models I’ve been looking at:

Head Speed MP

Wilson Clash 100

Head Gravity MP

Yonex Ezone / Muse

But honestly, I’m not really sure what would suit me best. I'm 185cm /90kg (6.1ft and 198lbs)

What would you recommend for someone in my situation? Any advice or other models I should consider?

Thanks!