Need tennis racquet advice, getting back into the game

GreenDoberman · Jan 26, 2008

Went to the sporting goods store today and talked for a while about the changes in technology and the differences in racquets with a helpful employee.
I haven't picked up a tennis racquet in about 15 years and am going to purchase one as I'm taking on a friend of mine soon, when I get in shape.
I'm not a power hitter by any means and don't intend to get the top of the line product either.

What kind of racquet would you recommend for a returning/basically beginner player? Something to start out with and if I do take it up more competitively then I would get a better one.

snowtime · Jan 26, 2008

I did brought Head racket for about 20-30 bucks at Target about 4-5 years ago. I'm sure you'll find some decent brand cheap racket to start out with to get used to titanium/technology change. The thing I liked about it was the little bigger hitting area. You might wanted to check out Dick's Sporting Goods store to see what was available.

MinnesotaEconMajor · Jan 26, 2008

Babolat pure drive. Choice of Andy Roddick and not too heavy :103631605

CalRedwood · Jan 26, 2008

Just unscrew your old Wilson Kramer from the press.

Railbird · Jan 26, 2008

MinnesotaEconMajor said:
Babolat pure drive. Choice of Andy Roddick and not too heavy

good choice

PBR · Jan 26, 2008

You might consider a Brew Line. I know that's the choice of many fine players, such as Mr. Pitt.

WorldNumberOne · Jan 26, 2008

PBR said:
You might consider a Brew Line. I know that's the choice of many fine players, such as Mr. Pitt.

true that....

word around the club is he waxes ethel kennedy on a daily basis with it.

shawn55576 · Jan 26, 2008

This is a good racquet to use to get back into the game not too expensive and a solid choice.

http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpageRCHEAD-FXPH.html