Improve your Tennis Gear: Racquet Customizing Tips 🛠🎾 (change balance, swingweight, add power, etc.)

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@mjlee5617 4 года назад

Hey Troy, its through your presentation in the past, I experimented with weight on 12, 3 and 9. You and the guys at TW are fantastic :)

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Thanks for your feedback! Hopefully you found a racquet set-up that works for your game. Troy, TW

@stanlomas 4 года назад

Very impressive technical explanation!! Nicely done. Exactly what I wanted to know. No guessing or approximation Thank you.

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@rolandharris2706 3 года назад

That speed mp is a great racket with luxurious feel at contact. Its the Louis Vuitton of tennis rackets.

@akio2730 2 года назад

Actually it’s the speed pro.

@oliverdesouza5741 4 года назад

Great video Troy. Although it seems like a small amount of additional weight, I can concur that adding just 3g (1.5g either side like 3&9) does make a noticeable difference. To that extent, I was interested to find that Babolat RPM Blast is supposed to be about 3g heavier than most polys, and again the average poly is 3g heavier than most multis. Therefore, if adding 3g at 3&9 increases the swingweight by 5 points, when you string with RPM blast rather than a multi, you will increase the swingweight by about 10 points!(?). To an extent, that makes comparing strings difficult, since the frame will behave differently. Even comparing RPM Blast or another heavy poly against a normal poly is going to be not just about the string performance, but also a noticeable change in swingweight. I wonder if TW could possibly start providing a string-set weight on the database, since it is clear 3g around the hoop is significant. Even if the stringbed is essentially even balanced left/right, it is on average as far from the balance point as 3&9 are. I think it should be fine to just check one set of each string, since the different strings are an individual mix of one plastic or another you can be sure each set must have a fairly reliable weight if it is a standard length (unlike the variation in racket weights you can have). I think that would further aid the customisation process, similar to thinking about different grips. Thanks for your consideration!

@gabrieljimenez6952 3 года назад

I have RPM Blast hybrid with Tonic Gut and my racket static weight is up a tad higher than what I'd like. I wonder how much a difference it would make to have lighter weight strings in it given the impact of small amounts of weight in customization. When tinkering with different strings it may not only be the string characteristics, but also their weight impacting how a player likes them.

@ivanpalaca6230 2 года назад

How often should you replace your lead tape? Does water affects its quality? And what are some factors or instances that you should replace the lead? Or do you not need to anymore

@tenniswarehouse 2 года назад

I would consider changing it, if it starts to lose its adhesive or is not sticking to the frame like it should, or if it starts to come off around the edges. Troy, TW

@ivanpalaca6230 2 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse thank you so much

@MrBolaextra 2 года назад

Very good video, concise and informative.

@toddcuster3557 4 года назад

Will S. Yes but all the lead tape makes the head a bit heavier, so the string tension needs to be high in order to keep the ball from sailing.

@toddcuster3557 4 года назад

My best results after much experimentation with Dunlop 95 revelation tour and super revelation was taping from 4th cross string from top of racquet to the or 5th cross string from bottom. Widens the sweet spot, but strings need to be upwards of max tension. 68 for Rev tour and 74 for super rev. Cheers

@wills242 4 года назад

That’s super high tension! I play 55-60

@sro2405 3 года назад

Great video Troy. Thanks for making it. Just the info I was looking for

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Troy, TW

@karimeldinkamel6470 Год назад

Thanks Troy for your video , I would like to know the effect of using a protection tape on the swing weight and the racket balance !

@tenniswarehouse Год назад

That's a good question! What brand of protection tape do you use? I haven't tried getting specs with added head protection tape before, but I may be able to try it out on the RDC machine...Troy, TW

@alainbrouillaud484 4 года назад

Troy, I have noticed that Djokovic puts lead tape from 3 to (between) 5 and 6 and 9 to (between) 7 and 6. What effect does having the lead tape in the lower half of the hoop?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Since it is still slightly off the center axis (6&12), it will help the torsional stability somewhat, and it will exand the stability and sweet-spot towards those locations as well. So basically expanding the sweet-spot in those directions, to help open up the overall sweet-spot of the racquet. Troy, TW

@nicolewb24 4 года назад

Fantastic video - thanks. I want to add torsional stability and some weight to my Clash 100s but I don’t want to reduce their head lightness. Will adding tape to the throat of the racquet help with stability, particularly when volleying?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Yeah, that is a good place to start. I would try adding the weight at the top of the throat, or the Y, as the further the weight is from the center axis (when the racquet is vertical), the more it will help with torsional stability. Troy, TW

@Escorpio123PS 3 года назад

Hey Mr Troy. Where do you suggest to add weight on the bottom besides leather grip to keep it balanced if I wanted to add some more in the 3 and 9 o clock?

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

We usually go with some tungsten putty packed inside the trap door at the bottom of the handle, and we use cotton balls to keep it tight and secured. Troy, TW

@jaliljimenez139 3 года назад

Hi guys 👋 great video, I do have one question tho; when adding tungsten tape to the handle of the racquet should I wrap it around the handle or stick it parallel so that the weight is evenly distributed?

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

For the handle, we typically recommend using tungsten putty, with a cotton ball, and placing the weight inside the handle, through the trap door of the butt cap. The Tungten tape is a slightly thicker than lead tape, and so it is somewhat noticeable when placing it underneath the grip. I have also tried using lead tape on the handle, placing them parallel to the handle, and then using a piece of clear office tape to make a seal on top of the lead. That seemed to work well, and is thinner than tungsten tape. We have a video here where we show a quick application of tungsten putty: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-XPYcUghB4Xc.html. Troy, TW

@jaliljimenez139 3 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse Thankyou Troy 🤝, I’ll be sure to make a note of it, tungsten putty sounds like the best option for now 👍

@shravankadam7268 3 года назад

Can I apply lead tape to these positions: 3+9+ handle 4 grams at 3 and 9, and 6 grams at handle?

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

Sure, it is all about experimentation, and usually best to start with small amounts and increase as needed. Troy, TW

@shravankadam7268 3 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse thanks for your reply😀

@Escorpio123PS 3 года назад

Man. Troy is the man. I'm a fan. 😩.

@Narmada_dance 3 года назад

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@tenniseuphoria5012 4 года назад

Great video !

@philtodd4415 4 года назад

Thanks for the video, can I ask what is the purpose of adding weight to the throat/handle?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Specifically, it is a good way to add overall mass, without shifting the balance point. That said, it will help add some torsional stability and swingweight, just not as much as adding it at 3 and 9 o'clock of the hoop. Troy, TW

@christianteves809 4 года назад

What do you think of the health concerns that come with tungsten and lead tape? I heard they are quite bad for you.

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

We only use tungsten when customizing racquets for our customers, as it is safer than lead tape. As long as you don't consume the material, it should cause no harm, but if concerned definitely go with Tungsten tape or putty over lead. Troy, TW

@toddcuster3557 4 года назад

Unless you chew on your stick you're ok

@alhs77st 4 года назад

Hi Troy. Great video! I recently started customizing and it's made a huge difference. I added lead at 3 and 9 to my RF97, bringing its swing weight up to 347, and it's made a huge difference. Given that customization can really change how a racquet plays, what do you look for when you demo a racquet? I've heard great things about the Yonex VCORE Pro 97HD, but I know I'd much prefer my racquet to the Yonex if the Yonex were in stock form (the swing weight is way too low and I'd want the balance to be more head light). Any thoughts on how to demo knowing that you're going to customize the racquet quite a bit?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Thanks for the feedback. Ideally it would be nice to have the perfect racquet, where you don't have to customize it, but that it hard to find. For me it used to be the Wilson Six One 95 18x20, but when that became discontinued, I gradually transitioned to the Yonex VCORE Pro 97 (330), which does a lot of similar things to the RF97, but slightly more flexible, and a bit lighter. Since then, I have gradually looked for more power, and a little more reach, as to why I am now using an extended length frame (EZONE 98+), this narrowed things down for me quite a bit as there aren't that many available. The VCORE Pro 97HD is a great frame, that will provide a more flexible feel, more comfort, and even more control than the RF97, but still feels pretty solid. I typically would look for racquets that have a similar headsize, and I also tend know the range of stiffness that I prefer. From there I tend to know how the string pattern will effect the launch angle, although sometimes string spacing or density is more important than just the number of strings. If you are big into how the racquet feels, then you should also pay attention to the beam width, in combination with the stiffness rating. All that said, the actual testing is important, because sometimes things seem to line-up on paper, but don't always workout on court, or vice-versa, as the materials inside the frame, and the way they are constructed plays a big part in the feel. Troy, TW

@alhs77st 4 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse Thanks for the response, Troy: this was very helpful! One thing that's intriguing me about the VCORE Pro 97HD is something you said in your review, namely that you could 'whale' on the ball without fear of it going long. If you customized it to bring its swing weight up to match that of my racquet (347), do you think you could still whale on the ball and keep it in or would the customization eliminate that?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

@@alhs77st, that is hard to say as that swingweight is a bit high for my liking, I would likely just bring up to about 335. I would likely have to adapt to being loose with the arm, while whipping that racquet weight through contact, but I still think control would be great, just harder for me to control over a long hitting session. With that said, I think if you were to try the RF97 and the 97HD at the same specs, you would be able to tell that the 97HD offers a bit more control, feel for the ball, and added comfort. Whereas the RF97 feels more firm, and is a bit more stable, coming from that rigidity in the hoop. Hope that helps. Troy TW

@alhs77st 4 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse Thanks, Troy -- this was very helpful!

@joakimharlin9030 4 года назад

Hi Troy, when you say that a leather grip adds about 10 grams to the racquet. Do you mean compared to the before situation with a synthetic grip (which was removed). Or do you mean that the leather grip by itself is about 10 grams? Thanks

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

It will be roughly 10 grams more than the racquet would be stock, with a synthetic grip on it. Troy, TW

@ARZ1987 4 года назад

I have a random question, can you explain what Head’s Cap Grommets do for their frames? I hear you guys talk about how it provides more power (like you can buy optional cap grommets for the Radical, etc). Is it just a little more swing weight than traditional grommets?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

The primary benefit is the protection of the frame, from being scraped on the court, as the CAP covers most of the outter rim of the head. Most Prestige racquets have come stock with them over the years. With the current Graphene 360 Radical MP & Pro (as well as previous Graphene versions), there is an option to purchase the Radical CAP grommet, which will obviously add protection to the frame, but will also add about 20 swingweight points to the racquet, as it adds some weight to the head of the racquet, with the added plastic on the sides of the hoop. This added weight will add some stability to the frame, as well as more plow through power, but will also make the racquet feel more sluggish. Hope that helps. Troy, TW

@tedneanderthal7373 4 года назад

Frankly, you're better off buying a heavier racquet than a light one! I have customized a lot of my frames by adding a leather grip and/or adding weight at 3 and 9 o'clock. Do they play better? Yes. But the racquet I'm current using is over 11 ounces in stock weight. It took a while to develop the muscle strength to adjust to it but it was worth it. My light racquets - even those customized - all lacked performance in real intermediate match play.

@manoskimolos 2 года назад

Thank you for your video.. Does the extra swingweight affect the topspin produced? Recenly change my racquet to an Ezone 100 2022. I like the racquet but i find the swingweight to be lighter than my previous racquet.. I would like to have this more heavy head feeling on my new Ezone.. What is your recommendation on where to put the extra weight

@tenniswarehouse 2 года назад

The swingweight could becomes high enough to effect your swing speed and stamina over time. As mentioned in the this video, adding weight to the 12 o'clock will increase the swingweight the most, with the least amount of weight. So weight at the tip of the racquet will effect or increase the swingweight the most. The widest part of the hoop or head of the racquet will effect the twistweight the most, think torsional stability. So it really depends on what effect you want the most. If you place the weight at 2 & 10 o'clock, or the top corners of the hoop, it will somewhat be in between maximizing the swingweight, and maximizing the twistweight. Troy, TW

@michaelv5837 Год назад

I'm using your customization tool on your site to increase my swing weight and i am planning on adding weight at the 3 and 9 position of the head. Trying to keep my racquet under a certain weight so when adding weight to my racquet should i consider my over grip(tounra max tac) weight as well?

@tenniswarehouse Год назад

Yes, if you are trying to keep the racquet weight to a certain amount you should probably factor in the amount of weight with the overgrip on it, since that is how you play with it. Troy, TW

@9r393 3 года назад

Will any tape work? I use aluminum tape that I get from work and it's really working out ok for me. Just trial and error.

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

We typically use our TW Tungsten Tape, some prefer lead tape. We have never tried aluminum tape, but I suppose it could work. Troy, TW

@bern83 3 года назад

Hi Troy, i have been hearing if u add X grams of weight at the head, it will be advisable to X grams of weight at the handle. My question is, will the overgrip of 6 grams (instead of adding lead tape at the handle) already sort of counter balance the addition of 1 gram at 3 and 9pm(total 2 grams) at the racket head? Cheers

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

It really all comes down to the player's preference, and experimentation if you aren't for certain on what specs feel best for you. It is recommended to counter balance the weight in the head, if you don't want the balance to change much from the stock specs, but not everyone likes a certain balance of a given stock racquet. So yes, give it a try with the added weight in the hoop, and the overgrip and see how it feels for you. Troy, TW

@bern83 3 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse Thanks Troy :)

@jrvasiosk 3 года назад

So adding an overgrip of 8.5g will make the racquet about 2 points more headlight? Thanks

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

Just about 2 points HL, maybe 1.5. Also overgrips can vary in weight some are a bit lighter than that like 5 grams, so it will be closer to 1 point more HL in that case. Troy, TW

@alexgrant4864 3 года назад

What are the benefits of adding weight to the throat? Added stability, power?

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

It will add stability, swingweight, plow, but not quite as much as in the hoop, and it will also add weight without altering the balance by much. Troy, TW

@HumbleBearcat 4 года назад

I would like to experiment adding weights to my racket, but is concerned about being able to undo/remove the lead tape if I don't like it. Is the lead tape easy to remove and yet secure if you don't want to remove it?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

@Shawn Chang, Yes, easy to remove, yet still secure enough that it will stay on if you want to keep it there! Think of it like a thicker sticker that will stick to the frame well but still can be removed. Michelle, TW

@tonygareth221 2 года назад

I’m using the diadem tour so I think I need a little more power so I guess 12 o’clock is the way to go? Or maybe 10 & 2? Also, my racquet is more headlight and handle heavy so I guess I shouldn’t add weight to handle area? Troy has messaged me back regarding this stuff in the past but I just can’t find anything that feels good! Def need a little more power though

@tenniswarehouse 2 года назад

If you are sticking with the same string (or not looking to change string), then the best way to increase the power potential is by increasing the swingweight. You can add the weight wherever you would like to, above the grip to the the very tip at 12 o'clock. The farther you go up the racquet towards the tip, the less weight you need to increase the swingweight or power potential. Hope that helps. Troy, TW

@tonygareth221 2 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse thanks again buddy I appreciate it. I’m using Solinco confidential and my racqiet is low powered I’ll try 12 o’clock again or 10-2 o clock

@tenniswarehouse 2 года назад

Oh I see. When you said Diadem Tour, I thought you meant one of the Diadem poly strings, not the Diadem racquet. So the confidential is a great string, but also very control oriented, so you could maybe try something with a bit more elasticity. Either way, a little weight in the upper hoop should help. Troy, TW

@hernangarciareynoso 2 года назад

When you say add 1 point head light or heavy, you mean 1/8 of an inch or 1 centimetre?

@tenniswarehouse 2 года назад

Yes, 1 point on the balance is equal to 1/8 of an inch. So added weight to the top of the racquet will be less head light or more head heady, and added to the handle or towards the bottom will make it more head light, or less head heavy. Troy, TW

@bosonicon1109 2 года назад

Troy, to increase stability and control in Pure Drive Team (285g) keeping in mind that we want the racket to be within 300g, where should I place the lead?

@tenniswarehouse 2 года назад

Typically if you want to increase the stability of the racquet, you will want to place the weight on the widest perimeters of the hoop, which is usually near the 3/9 o'clock locations of the hoop. This will help resist torsional twisting on contact of the ball, and also since it is pretty much near the spot of contact on the string-bed it will boost the plow through, to help get the racquet through the ball, when facing hard hitters. That said, to help you control that added mass in the hoop, you will likely want to counter the weight with a some weight in the handle as well, so that the racquet doesn't end up too head heavy. Troy, TW

@bosonicon1109 2 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse Thx! How many grams at 3/9 each plus a handle. Is it something like 3/9=1,5g/1,5g plus 3g to a handle?

@raidraid6672 Год назад

I have a question about adding weight.Say I want to add 4 gm total at 2 & 10 o'clock, do I have to add 1 gm on each side of 2 &10 o'clock or will it suffice to put 2gm only on one side of 2 &10 placed symmetrically?

@tenniswarehouse Год назад

I think you can do it either way. For symmetry purposes, and just an overall clean look it is usually done by dividing your total weight into 4 pieces and placing 1 strip on each side of the string plane. But honestly, I have done 2 strips of weight before and just placing them on opposite sides of the string plane at each location, and it seems to work just fine. Troy, TW

@francislirios9730 4 года назад

Hi Troy thanks for doing the video. I notice you only added a few grams of tape and you said it will beef-up power and stability. I saw Andy’s and Novak’s racquet and it had a lot of tape along the 3 and 9 o’ clock positions. Wouldn’t that be bad on the arm, in your opinion? I have added tape on my Radical racquet but only 4-grams and it had great effect. So using that much weight- is that good at all? Thanks, man.

@nostro1001 4 года назад

@Francis....most pros use much heavier racquets than what we see off the shelf. Although, the trend is going down a little. Heavier racquets are more stable, therefore typically less vibrations and better for your body. That said, if you can't swing a heavier racquet, of course that can do damage and you're game will suffer accordingly. It's about finding that balance of what you can handle. Oh and you'd not see Andy's lead tape at the tip of his racquet. It's under the head guard, assume the same deal with Novak, but can't personally confirm. Cheers

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

I think a small amount can go a long way, especially if you are adding it to a racquet that you have used for a long time. As @nostro1001 mentioned, many pros use much higher specs than most retail racquets, specifically swingweight, so it makes sense that they would add a lot of weight in the head of the racquet. I think it all comes down to preference, and also that many of the pros are stronger, and extremely fit compared to most of us recreational players. It sounds like the 4 grams of weight you have added to your racquet works well for you, and that is likely all you need. For me, certain racquets like the VCORE Pro 97 330, and Wilson Six One 95, I don't need to add any weight at all, and other racquets I may add a lot of weight to the head of the racquet to increase the swingweight to my liking. I hope that helps. Troy, TW

@francislirios9730 4 года назад

nostro1001 Thanks, yeah Andy’s racquet is under the head guard. I saw it on a video when he smashed his racquet and photos of the same racquet from the internet.

@francislirios9730 4 года назад

Tennis Warehouse Thanks Troy. Definitely won’t be adding too much weight on my racquet - happy how it’s performing at the moment. Just trying to see what else I can do while waiting for the shut down here in Victoria Aus to get lifted. All the best, man.

@nostro1001 4 года назад

@@francislirios9730 Np Francis....I've been lucky to be playing almost daily. Yes, the Clubs are shut, but it's still allowed to play singles if you can find a court. I'm ex-Melbourne, up in Qld these days. Cheers and happy hitting when you can get out to play! 🎾🎾🎾

@esirat3938 3 года назад

I have babolat pure strike team 3rd gen. Since the racket is 285 grams, it feels a little light for me. I want to make my racket heavy. Which side should I weight first? While doing this, I don't want to take away the balance of the racket. What do you recommend? Thank you for the good information

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

You could try adding the weight in the throat or yoke region (where the racquet forms a V) and that shouldn't change balance all that much. If you want to make the racquet feel more stable on contact, you would want to add the weight to the sides of the hoop, where you typically are hitting the ball, so usually that is around 3/9 or 2/10 o'clock regions, if you look at the hoop as a clock. From there try just a few grams, and then you would want add similar amount to the handle to maintain the balance. Troy, TW

@esirat3938 3 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse Thank you very much indeed.

@M_emmerson96 3 года назад

Will it affect the swingweight if I add weight at the top of the grip?

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

It will slightly, but not by much. A bit less than I mentioned about adding to the throat of the racquet. Troy, TW

@javiermillan8795 3 года назад

Is there a way to add swing weight without changing the balance or the total weight of the racket?

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

I believe it will either take one or the other outcomes. You can add weight near the balance point, which is usually near the throat or the yoke of the racquet, and that will increase swingweight slightly, but still add some weight. Making the racquet longer, will increase the swingweight, with little addition of weight, but might add some, and will likely change the balance. Troy, TW

@javiermillan8795 3 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse if the online customization tools tells me to add 0.8 ounces at the 10 and 2, would you add 0.4 ounces on each side? And how many strips of tungsten tape would you need?

@gamegear5917 Год назад

I bought the same tape (3x3) strips, I want to add tape on my 10 and 2 o'clock, so my question is, in the video you cut single strip into 4 parts but what if I want to cut a single strip only in 2 parts and use 2 strips in total, making the net weight 6g (3g on 10 o'clock and 3g on 2 o'clock) is that ok to do?

@tenniswarehouse Год назад

So basically one of the 3 grams strips, cut in half, and place that at 10 o'clock. Then do the same thing at 2 o'clock, I think that is what you are trying to do, and yes that is just fine. Troy, TW

@gamegear5917 Год назад

@@tenniswarehouse ok, thank you

@evanmcconaghy1474 4 года назад

Troy, can you put tape at 3, 9 and 12?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Sure, you can put the tape all around the hoop if you want. That said , we advise starting with smaller increment and working your way up, unless you already have a target spec in mind. Also which ever direction you place the lead, you will increase the stability in that direction. Troy, TW

@josegomes520 2 года назад

waht about led tape, i want to increase the stability on my speed mp, i put on 2 inches strips just like you did but tungsten tape is heavier, should i just double up on the tape or do longer strips?

@tenniswarehouse 2 года назад

@Jose Gomes, You can measure out the same weight in lead and apply it in a similar fashion. Michelle, TW

@tzen7529 4 года назад

Has anyone tried adding weight to a Prince o3 98in beast😂? I'm curious how it would play like, since its already a great stick.

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

I'm sure there are others, but our playtester Julie added a bit of weight to hers. She initially added a bit of weight to the 10 and 2 o'clock locations of the head to help add a bit of plow through. However she likes how it plays stock as well. Troy, TW

@TheBigEmstos 4 года назад

calling racquets "sticks" is the cringiest thing ever

@Luxdg Год назад

Dear Tennis Warehouse. I’ve ordered your tungsten strip. I’ve switched from RF97 to regular PS97 V13 and i have the perfect manouvrability now. I only lack the swingweight from the RF97 on my Pro Staff 97 315g and i want to add 3g of tape under the bumper and maybe to not sacrifice the manouvrability i want to replace the grip with a leather one. Can you tell me if with these mods i will risk to feel my Pro Staffs 97 heavy like the RF97? If 3 grams at 12 o’clock will add 1 point balance at the head and the leather grip will add 2 point balance at the grip maybe i will feel the raquet just about the same in therms of weight cause i will gain 1 point of balance at the handle. Thank you

@tenniswarehouse Год назад

It is hard to say for certain until you try it on court. So maybe it is worth experimenting before you put the weight under the bumper, you can add it to the inside of the hoop and move it around a bit if you need to. Adding weight to the hoop will increase swingweight, so it will effect the maneuverability somewhat. Troy, TW

@hrishikeshshenoy8893 3 года назад

Hey Troy. I was just wondering how I should customize my racquet. I want to add stability and make my racquet heavier. So where should I add the tape, and I want to go from 9.4(Burn 100 Team) to 10.6, while maintaining the same headlight, so should I add in the handle as well? And should I go right up to 10.6, or go to, 10.0 and then if I like it go to 10.6. Thanks

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

To add stability, you will want to add some weight near the 3/9 o'clock locations of the hoop, as mentioned in this video. In order to keep the balance you will likely want to add a similar amount of weight to the handle, or maybe even a bit more, as the Burn 100 Team is pretty close to even balance when strung. I wouldn't necessarily worry about hitting a certain number, such as 10.6 ounces unstrung, and try to add some weight and then try it out on court, as it should be more about feel. Troy, TW

@hrishikeshshenoy8893 3 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse I like the feel of the old Head Speed MP, so I am trying to make it like that. So how can I make it like the old Head Speed MP? Thanks

@hrishikeshshenoy8893 3 года назад

And what should I use to add weight to the handle, tungsten putty or tape? Thanks

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

@@hrishikeshshenoy8893 Which of the old Speed MP racquets are you referring to? Graphene 360, Graphene Touch? Usually Tungsten Putty is what we prefer for adding weight to the handle. Troy, TW

@hrishikeshshenoy8893 3 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse Graphene 360. So how can I make it Like that? Thanks

@johanmelander4521 Год назад

The frames I game are 335g unstrung and 18X20 string pattern and I would like a bit more access to spin. Is it possible to add 20-30g to and Aero or Vcore95? Is it unwise to do so? Is it preferable to go for a Radical, or something else, with 16x19 string pattern?

@tenniswarehouse Год назад

Both the Aero 98 and VCORE 95 would be nice racquet to add some weight to. Besides that the Head Radical Pro would be a nice option and less weight you would have to add to that one, it's spin friendly but not a super open 16x19 pattern, so still decent control. You might also consider Tecnifibre TF40 305 or 315 16x19, and the Yonex VCORE Pro 97 (310), or you could go with the (330) and not have to customize much at all. Troy, TW

@johanmelander4521 Год назад

@@tenniswarehouse Much appreciated Troy!

@jonathanchen1026 3 года назад

Do you have a video on how to match rackets yourself? DIY video

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

No, but we have a tool on the Tennis Warehouse University, where you can punch in the specs you want, and it will tell you where and how much weight to add to match that given spec. twu.tennis-warehouse.com/learning_center/customization.php. Troy, TW

@jaehichoi 4 года назад

thank you for the good tips👍👍

@davidmeyter4586 4 года назад

Hi. How can we decrease the swingweight?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

That is something that is more difficult to due, because basically you have to reduce mass from the racquet, especially towards the top of the racquet. Some things that could help, would be stop using a dampener if you use one, go with a thinner gauge string, and a lighter string material. Usually thicker polys are the heaviest, like a Luxilon 4G 16 gauge, whereas thinner multi string will be the lightest, such as Prince Premier Power 18. Those strings will also perform quite differently. Besides that, you would have to remove pieces from the racquet itself, such as cutting off the bumper guard, which we don't recommend as it protects the frame, and could void any warranties the racquet carries. Troy, TW

@Fred_P 4 года назад

What is the thickness of the TW tungsten tape? I bought some Babolat tape because it was almost half the price, but it was much thicker than expected (about 0,7 mm) , and I couldn't put it under the bumper.

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

I'm not certain of the exact thickness of the TW Tungsten Tape, but I do know that when our customization technician adds weight under the bumper of a racquet he uses our tungsten tape, and it works well. Troy, TW

@Fred_P 4 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse All right, thanks!

@LiLi-il6px 2 года назад

Some people add the lead to the grip what does that do?

@tenniswarehouse 2 года назад

If you add weight to the handle side of the racquet, near the region where you grip it or near the butt cap, it will make the racquet heavier overall but also more headlight. This usually gives the feeling of added maneuverability, even though racquet gets heavier, it usually feels as though you can manipulate the racquet easier. Some also notice a bit more stable feel to the racquet, although not nearly as much as adding the weight to the hoop. Troy, TW

@Thicc_Thanos964 4 года назад

I have a racket that is about 342 grams strung and I’m trying to add stability and add a bit of maneuverability for acceleration/volleys. How much weight or lead tape should I add in the handle? I want to make it around 2-3 points more headlight.

@pmgareau 4 года назад

I've add 4 strips of 6" of lead tape on bevels #3 and #7 (6g total) under my grip which is also a leather one. Feels great with the 5g ( 2 x 10" of lead) at 12 o'clock. I still have a solid head light feel. So I'd say try adding some weight and see what feels best for you.

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

If you add the weight inside the handle, near the bottom, or butt cap, for every 3 grams you will add 1 point more head light. So if you wanted to 2-3 more points HL, then you would likely want somewhere between 6-9 grams of total weight in that region. Troy, TW

@Thicc_Thanos964 4 года назад

Tennis Warehouse Thank you Troy, love your groundstrokes and I really appreciate the tips. Will the weight add some decent stability?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

@@Thicc_Thanos964, thanks! and thanks for the support of our videos. The added weight will help make the racquet easier to manipulate, as it will be more head light, and it should feel a bit more solid. That said, to increase torsional stability, or twistweight, the best place to add weight is the 3 and 9 o'clock locations of the head, but will also make the racquet a bit less maneuverable. Troy, TW

@randomperson7445 4 года назад

i have the pro staff 97 v13. as you know there is exposed carbon at 12 o clock but i want to add weight there. how do i put it under the bumper?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

I don't believe it is completely exposed, as there is a clear coat that covers the material. If you want to put weight under the bumper, it is best to do so when switching out the bumper, and grommets, as you will need to remove the current bumper, apply the weight, then put a new bumper/grommet kit on. Troy, TW

@Amadeus8094 3 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse Hi, how much lead have you added to 12 o clock on your Wilson Pro Staff V13? I found that you need to substantially add more than 4 grams at the top of the racket to make it more powerful and therefore head heavy. 2 -4 grams as suggested is really low for that kind of racket. What's your thoughts on that ?

@lennytam6483 4 года назад

What string is in the Speed for this video?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Head Lynx Tour 17, www.tennis-warehouse.com/Head_Lynx_Tour_17g_String_/descpageACHEAD-LT17CH.html. Troy, TW

@balaji21121109 4 года назад

Lots of videos during this pandemic lockdown but when is everyone going to play tennis again. Can you also make videos on the mental aspect as to how it's ok to not think about tennis and not play for a while as break can be good for the mind and the body.

@markivanov4426 4 года назад

Is there any way to make a racquet more head light without adding weight?

@EP-336 4 года назад

If you’re using a string dampener, remove that. Use a thinner gauge string. And last, I don’t recommend this, but I have seen someone remove material from the bumper guard with a dremel.

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Yes, what @E P said. Your best bet is going thinnest gauge possible, and/or lighter string material. So a thin gauge multi or synthetic gut will be the lightest compared to a thick gauge co-poly, but will also play quite different, so maybe just stick with your usual string type, and go thinnest gauge. Also remove dampener if you are using one. Taking material off the bumper guard can be a little sketchy, and may void a warranty of a racquet. That said, if a racquet like a Prestige has a cap grommet, and can be replaced by a traditional bumper, that will reduce swingweight quite a bit. Troy, TW

@EP-336 4 года назад

Tennis Warehouse Yep. I’m not saying anyone should take a dremel to their racquet... just saying, I’ve seen it done.

@alexgrant4864 4 года назад

What benefit would adding weight to the throat have?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

It is a way to add the weight in one location, and not change the balance by much, or if at all. It will increase the plow through somewhat, because it will increase the swingweight, just not as much as adding to the head. Troy, TW

@alexgrant4864 4 года назад

Tennis Warehouse So will this result in more power and/or stability?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

@@alexgrant4864, yes, but not as much of an increase in power, and stability if you were to add it on the sides of the hoop. But the balance will remain close to stock. Troy, TW

@bibou929 8 месяцев назад

Hello, does adding weight to the handle makes your racquet more maneouvrable ? Thank you

@tenniswarehouse 8 месяцев назад

It will make the racquet more headlight, and for most players that will translate into a more maneuverable feel. However, adding weight to the handle won't reduce swingweight, the only way to do that without damaging the racquet (or grommets) is to go with a thinner or lighter string, or remove dampener if there is one. Troy, TW

@ers87 4 года назад

I want to decrease the swingweight. Help me, please. Thanks!

@Rick-ou6wy 4 года назад

Eduardo Souza Put on weight at the handle of your racquet.

@ers87 4 года назад

@@Rick-ou6wy Really, just this?

@pmgareau 4 года назад

Eduardo Souza The only way to do so is maybe to use a thinner gauge string and use a multifilament or syn gut instead of polys and natural gut. BUT you can put on a leather grip, use the tungsten putty or put some lead or tungsten tape strips under your replacement grip to make your racquet more head light/more maneuvrable.

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Yes, as @pmgareau mentioned, you could try a thinner or lighter weight string, or remove dampener if you use one of those. Besides that you really can't reduce swingweight, unless you start to remove the plastic bumper on the top of the racquet, which gets into other issues, and may reduce the durability, and integrity of the frame, and void any sort of warranty. Adding weight to the handle makes a racquet more headlight, and can feel more maneuverable, but won't reduce swingweight. Troy, TW

@ers87 4 года назад

@Rui Dias Are you brazilian too?

@MHTakaoka 4 года назад

Did the warehouse stop producing these tungsten tape?

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

@MHTakaoka, No, we are patiently awaiting more to come back in stock! Sorry for the delay! Michelle, TW

@Peaceful13 3 года назад

What are benefits of adding weight to 6 o clock position?

@tenniswarehouse 3 года назад

Being pretty close to the throat area it will be pretty similar to that location, it will add overall weight, won't alter the balance as much as adding it to the upper hoop, add some swingweight, but not as significant as the upper hoop, and lastly it will open up or extend the sweet-spot slightly toward that bottom of the string-bed. Troy, TW

@qqq-nj1mw 4 года назад

Wouldn’t added weight in the handle still have a noticeable effect on swingweight? I think the axis of rotation of the swing for the majority of players is the torso, not the butt of the handle

@toddcuster3557 4 года назад

You obviously know your physics so your question answers itself

@qqq-nj1mw 4 года назад

Todd Custer Well yes it does seem obvious but the video claims the contrary.

@toddcuster3557 4 года назад

Proof is in the pudding

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

We are referring to swingweight based on the RDC machine that we use to calculate it. It clamps the racquet at the bottom of the handle near the butt cap. Troy, TW

@Paco-ht5gu 5 месяцев назад

Where do I have to put lead tape to reduce the power of the racket to have more control?

@tenniswarehouse 5 месяцев назад

In that case you would likely want to add weight to the handle or tail-weight the racquet, which makes for a more a head light balance. It technically won't reduce the swingweight, but it should make the racquet feel more maneuverable and easier to control the tip of the racquet. Troy, TW

@Paco-ht5gu 5 месяцев назад

@@tenniswarehouse Thanks for your answer.

@pedroramos5760 4 года назад

Hi troy, I want to add some stability to my Head Gravity Pro, I know that the sweetspot for this model is a little more upwards than others, where do you suggest me to add the tungstene tape? Thanks!

@nostro1001 4 года назад

@ Pedro....I've just been testing the gravity pro the last 2 days. I normally use a yonex vcore 97 hd. I find the gravity rock solid....But, even though it's the same static weight, it's a bit sluggish and harder to maneuver, as it's a bit head heavy. I'll be playing again tomorrow...so perhaps I'll start to get used to it. It's currently strung with tour bite @55 lbs. I'd like to add some weight in the handle, but given it's a demo, I'm not sure I can tweak it. Cheers

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

I think a bit of added weight at the 3 and 9 o'clock could help with stability, and open up the sweet-spot a bit. Troy, TW

@pedroramos5760 4 года назад

@@tenniswarehouse Thanks troy!

@nostro1001 4 года назад

@@pedroramos5760 There seems to be some conflicting data with the Gravity Pro. TW website and others state it's 6pt head light. Heads website, the racquet itself and others state it's 1pt head light. So, unless there's completely different stock floating around & you genuinely have a Gravity Pro that's ~6pt head light, I'd be rather careful adding weight to the head, as you'll end up with a head heavy stick. My demo is certainly not 6pt head light. Cheers.

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

@@nostro1001--Just checked Head's website based on your feedback, and the specs on the Gravity Pro are listed as "315 mm / 1 in HL". One inch head light is equivalent to 8 points head light, for the unstrung frame. With the strings added it would be pretty close to 6 points head light. I have seen other Head racquets in the past listed in inches, and sometimes confused as points. Not saying that your particular demo could be less head light, or have a higher swingweight, but the 6 points HL strung, that we list on our site was based on a batch of racquets that we spec'd prior to putting the specs on the site, and if we think that the specs may not be lining up with the manufacturer specs, we will confirm with the manufacturer before posting. Hope that helps. Troy, TW

@michaelp9061 4 года назад

great contents but on a speed... the most misrepresented racquet today

@tenniswarehouse 4 года назад

Most of our playtesters like the new Speed Pro, and MP. For this video, the white cosmetic is a good background for the TW Tungsten Tape! Troy, TW

@michaelp9061 4 года назад

@@tenniswarehouseonce again, thank you for putting up this video. I have nothing against you or TW but personally I would like to see TW carry his actual radical mp stick one day.