Racket or racquet
When evaluating stiffness consider that power, control and comfort are at stake.Īt the same time, keep in mind that stiffness is perceived in a different way by every player and is also affected by the strings installed on the frame.Ī flexible racquet or felxible frame provides more control and comfort but absorbs more power as it deforms more when hitting the ball.Ĭonversely, a stiff racquet doesn’t deflect as much on impact providing more power, but less control.Ī stiffer frame is generally less comfortable as it transmits stronger shocks to the upper limbs.
Power: when hitting the ball your racquet behaves like a trampoline and the larger the trampoline the higher the bounce effect.Ī ball sinking into a larger head will receive a greater rebound effect from the strings resulting in more powerful shots.The head size impacts 2 aspects of your game: