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Selecting the racquetball racquet that is right for you can be tricky. If you have been playing a while you may already know if you're a HEAD guy/gal, or an Ektelon guy/gal etc.
If you are looking to get your first serious racquet, or even your first racquet period, answering some simple questions can help you in your quest for the perfect racquet.
What Size Grip?
This is one of the easier questions to answer. If you wear an XL sized glove you might want an XS (eXtra Small, even though it is the larger of the two sizes of racquetball grips.) or 3-7/8" or 3-15/16" grip.
Most everyone else will want an SS (Super Small) or 3-5/8. Some Large glove wearers might like a larger size grip, but in general, the smaller grip allows you to move the racquet around in your hand easier for more control, and you can generate more wrist snap for more power.
If you are unsure, go with the SS, you can always build up the size of the handle with tape, but shaving a handle down is not recommended.
On top of that, some grips are rounder and others are flatter. In general Ektelon and ProKennex have somewhat more rectangular (flatter) grips while the other manufacturers have more square (rounder) grips.
What weight?
Good racquets range from 150 to about 195 grams. Some cheaper racquets are heavier, but we're assuming if you're looking at this, you are somewhat serious about racquetball.
Lighter racquets are preferred by more advanced players. The lighter racquet is more maneuverable and therefore can provide more control. Almost all professional players use a racquet in the 170-175g range. This is the range where the racquet is light enough to move around, but an athletic person can still generate quite a bit of force with it.
In general a heavier racquet will help "bring your swing around" and provide some extra power, after all Force equals Mass x Acceleration (F=MA). If you have a slower swing speed, buying some Mass can make up for less Acceleration. Less experienced, or just slow swing speed players will tend toward the heavier racquets. Heavier racquets may lead to more arm fatigue over extended play.
racquets lighter than 165g, in general, are designed for people not seeking a lot of power, or just can't swing a heavier racquet effectively. Petite women and younger players might like a 150g racquet because they can swing it easily, most players will probably find these racquets too light, and might even experience some elbow pain from swinging such a light racquet.
So that's all there is to it?
Not quite. There are some other factors to consider such as balance and swingweight.
Balance helps describe how the weight of the racquet is distributed. Head heavy refers to a racquet that has it's center of mass toward the head of the racquet. Mass further away from the lever point (your hand) requires more inertia move, but generates more power. Mass closer to your hand, allows more control, but not as much power. HEAD, Gearbox, and Wilson tend to be head heavy. Ektelon and E-Force tend to be slightly head light to slightly head heavy. ProKennex has models that are all over the place.
Swingweight is how heavy the racquet feels when swung. It is a combination of the total weight and the balance. 2 racquets can have the same swingweight even if they are different stationary weights. For instance a lighter racquet with it's weight distributed toward the head can actually have a higher swingweight than a heavier racquet with a head light balance point. For instance the GB-250 165g and GB-250 170g have the same swingweight despite one being lighter than the other.
Durability?
As long as you don't smash your racquet against a wall after you skip a shot, durability should not really be an issue with today's modern racquet technologies. Most new racquets come with a one year manufacturer's warranty just in case.
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Winning at Racquetball
Is it skill? Is it the equipment? Is it the strategy? What does it take to win at racquetball? Quite frankly, it is probably a combination of all three, accompanied by a healthy competitive spirit.
Whereas opinions vary as to how much emphasis should be placed on each of the aforementioned components, most players would agree that they all deserve serious consideration in order to excel at this sport.
Consider skill, for example. Skill may be related to a player's dexterity, strength, and the ability to move quickly forward, backward, or laterally. Good eyesight, quick reaction time, and exceptional judgment are also factors that determine the degree of skill a player possesses.
Without doubt, equipment plays its part in enabling a player to win at this sport. Modern technology has allowed for numerous changes in the manufacture of racquets. Subtle differences in racquet weight, shape of frame, overall size, and concavity all play a role. What about the gauge of the racquet string? String gauge ranges from 15 to 18 and determine the power and control with which the ball is hit. Gauge also has a bearing on the durability of the string. A racquetball glove also enables the player to maintain a better grip with his racquet hand. Additionally, the ball itself does its part when it comes to winning at racquetball. The color of the ball generally determines how it has been manufactured as to speed, weight, and visibility.
While it takes every component to be successful at racquetball, many experienced players would say that strategy is most important. The ability to execute a speedy serve to the right target point puts a player at an advantage. Positioning on the court makes it possible to make a speedy return and catch your component off guard. Judgment as to the final destination of a serve or return minimizes running and conserves strength for future plays.
Knowing what it takes to win is one thing. Winning itself, is another. Armed with this information, what should you do? First of all, improve your skill by practice, practice, practice. The more you train the muscles used while playing, the more you will improve your ability to move quickly, to react immediately, and to judge appropriately. Since it all begins in the brain, training those neuronal pathways by use is the best way to improve your skill.
When it comes to equipment, do your research. Many reviews have been published that rate the quality of racquets and the gauge and speed of balls. Some of the more prominent racquetball equipment brands include Ektelon, Wilson, Python, Hi-tec, E-Force, Gearbox, HEAD, Pro Penn, Technifibre,and Ashawy, Of course, you must expect to pay more for those with the highest rating. However, do not minimize the role that the quality of the equipment plays in winning at this sport.
As to strategy, this too is something that generally comes with time. Play with experienced players. Learn their techniques, then put these to use in your own game. Watch racquetball training videos. Read articles about strategies. Whereas some individuals appear to possess a natural inborn ability to quickly strategize, most require considerable time to master this important facet of the game.
Now put together this winning combination of skill, equipment, and strategy. Merge that with your love of the sport and your healthy competitive spirit. You will be amazed at what you can accomplish on this twenty-feet by forty-feet court. Yes, without question, you can win at racquetball!
About the Author
The author is John R Poindexter, who has played racquetball for more than 30 years. Read and benefit from this insightful article. You may submit comments to support@racquetballmaster.com. For the latest in racquetball equipment and racquets, please visit www.racquetballmaster.com
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