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Racquet customisation sounds technical. But in reality, most of it comes down to a few simple things: how your racquet feels in your hand, how it moves through the air, and how stable it feels on contact. Small changes in those areas can make a bigger difference than most players expect. Grip: The First Point of Contact Your grip is the only part of the racquet you actually hold — so it matters more than people think. A grip that’s too small can feel unstable. Too big, and it

The most common answer you’ll hear is: “Whenever it breaks.” The problem is, by the time your strings break, they’ve already stopped performing properly. What Happens Over Time From the moment your racquet comes off the machine, your strings start losing tension. At first, it’s subtle. But over time, that loss builds up — and it changes how your racquet feels: Less control Less consistency A slightly “dead” response Shots starting to drift long The tricky part is that it happ

If string type is the foundation, tension is the fine-tuning. And for a lot of players, it’s the bit that gets completely guessed. They pick something in the middle of the recommended range, stick with it, and never question it again — even if the racquet doesn’t quite feel right. But small changes in tension can completely change how your racquet performs. What Tension Actually Does Put simply: Lower tension = more power, more forgiveness Higher tension = more control, more

If you’ve ever had your racquet restrung and just said “same as last time”, you’re not alone. Most players never really get told what their strings are — let alone why they’re using them. But the truth is, string type has one of the biggest impacts on how your racquet actually feels and performs. Get it right, and everything feels easier. Get it wrong, and your racquet can feel stiff, unpredictable, or just a bit off. Here’s what you actually need to know. Polyester (Poly): C