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Head Speed Graphene 360+ Pro or MP Tennis Racquets

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Tennis Warehouse has select Head Speed Graphene 360+ Tennis Racquets on sale for $149. Shipping is free.

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Tennis Warehouse has select Head Speed Graphene 360+ Tennis Racquets on sale for $149. Shipping is free.

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arm&hammer
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I would not recommend this racquet to most beginners and intermediates, because you have to generate the power with this racquet. For beginners and intermediates that means your footwork has to be perfect, swing and timing has to be perfect and have to hit the ball in the center of the racquet every time, most people cannot do that unless you are an intermediate who plays at least 3X a week or an advanced player.

I've been playing tennis since 10 and after 40 years, I like middle of the road racquets such as the Wilson Ultra 100 and Babolet Pure Drive. I own both of them and with slight mods they play somewhat similar. As others mentioned the Slickdeal is going to a local tennis shop and demoing some rackets first, that way you get a racquet you will keep for a long time.

FYI- there are other/better racquets on sale at TW for similar prices:
Yonex eZone- last year's model $179- much more friendly all around racquet
Wilson Ultra 100 V2 older model - $159 one of the best selling raquets 7 years ago
and the best selling racquet in the world:
Babolet Pure Drive 100 , the 2018 model is $179
but I would go to a local tennis shop and demo some to see which one fits your style, Tennis is half psychological so you would p[lay better if you are comfortable with your racquet.
ThriftyManatee4506
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The ones you get at walmart
Noobzilla771
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I learned to get previous year models and save at least $100. Not much change besides aesthetic design and color. Of course, it's best to demo multiple rackets and remember that overgrip and type of string makes a huge difference.

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Aug 28, 2022
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stanclave
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Quote from morchus :
So much misinformation in this thread.

No neighther of these racquets are good for someone trying to just get into tennis. Neighther of these are beginner racquets, and you will struggle to learn the game.

When you are starting to learn the game, the MOST important factor is to not get bored. For that you NEED to get a rally going. Which means should have to be able to get the ball across the net multiple times in a row, and preferably not too far from you are aiming. $15 Walmart rackets are going to serve you a lot better for that, than these advanced level racquets. If you are in doubt and don't know what the specs means, DO NOT BUY this racquet. The reviews are done mostly by advanced players, and there is no point in looking at reviews of these racquets.

Expensive==better does not translate well in tennis.

These racquets are for someone who are already well into their game (more advanced level , around 4.5 NTRP or above), to control their pace and spin. This needs more good setup into the shots, and better technique, which most folks below 4.5 NTRP lacks. And these racquets WILL hurt their ability to play consistent tennis.

When racquets can provide you some help, there is no reason to not use it. And for that look for more beginner level racquets. They are usually less than 9.5oz and head heavy balanced.

Head TI S6 is a really good beginner racquet if you are someone starting the game, and thinks that they are going to play for many years. Walmart rackets are not bad either, and is definitely more value if you are not sure whether you will be playing beyond a year.

You can get a Head TI S6 racket for around $75 or less most of the time, even though the advertised retail price is higher. They are available at many retail shops (Dicks Sporting) and also online.

Ofcourse, if you insist... go ahead and do whatever you prefer to do.
this. get the beginners racquet advise is wholesome. thanks
Aug 28, 2022
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DJspins
Aug 28, 2022
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Only problem no tennis players in Utah all suck. What good is ten these? I'm calling you out punk. Does Dejovick really play 100 head? 90s popular
Last edited by DJspins August 27, 2022 at 10:38 PM.
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DJspins
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Quote from stanclave :
this. get the beginners racquet advise is wholesome. thanks
Na get good one if you plan on playing. I got cheapo and barely hit it strings break easy Got Agassis orange one not bad.
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morchus
Aug 28, 2022
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No. That is why they call "endorsed by". It is a good thing that Djokovic racquet is not available in retail market. Otherwise many beginners will spend $$ on that, and that is even worse for a beginner to play with. If you really interested, Djokovic's racket is called "Head PT113B". It has a unique 18x19 string pattern and 95sqinch head size.

https://www.perfect-tennis.com/no...s-racquet/


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Does Dejovick really play 100 head? 90s popular
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sirmium
Aug 28, 2022
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for intermediate pick MP, it plays similar to Yonex Ezone 100.

If you are not a pro dont consider PRO racquet.
Aug 29, 2022
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sdsniffer
Aug 29, 2022
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Quote from morchus :
So much misinformation in this thread.

No neighther of these racquets are good for someone trying to just get into tennis. Neighther of these are beginner racquets, and you will struggle to learn the game.

When you are starting to learn the game, the MOST important factor is to not get bored. For that you NEED to get a rally going. Which means should have to be able to get the ball across the net multiple times in a row, and preferably not too far from you are aiming. $15 Walmart rackets are going to serve you a lot better for that, than these advanced level racquets. If you are in doubt and don't know what the specs means, DO NOT BUY this racquet. The reviews are done mostly by advanced players, and there is no point in looking at reviews of these racquets.

Expensive==better does not translate well in tennis.

These racquets are for someone who are already well into their game (more advanced level , around 4.5 NTRP or above), to control their pace and spin. This needs more good setup into the shots, and better technique, which most folks below 4.5 NTRP lacks. And these racquets WILL hurt their ability to play consistent tennis.

When racquets can provide you some help, there is no reason to not use it. And for that look for more beginner level racquets. They are usually less than 9.5oz and head heavy balanced.

Head TI S6 is a really good beginner racquet if you are someone starting the game, and thinks that they are going to play for many years. Walmart rackets are not bad either, and is definitely more value if you are not sure whether you will be playing beyond a year.

You can get a Head TI S6 racket for around $75 or less most of the time, even though the advertised retail price is higher. They are available at many retail shops (Dicks Sporting) and also online.

Ofcourse, if you insist... go ahead and do whatever you prefer to do.

For $99, which one is good for beginner?
https://www.amazon.com/HEAD-Ti-S6...B0061AWJ7K
https://www.amazon.com/HEAD-Graph...B08FN4YJWJ
Is Graphite a better material than the Composite in Ti S6?
Please advise. Thanks!
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ssimaniac
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Quote from sdsniffer :
For $99, which one is good for beginner?
https://www.amazon.com/HEAD-Ti-S6...B0061AWJ7K
https://www.amazon.com/HEAD-Graph...B08FN4YJWJ
Is Graphite a better material than the Composite in Ti S6?
Please advise. Thanks!
Head Ti S6 is amazing. It's light so it's easy on the joints. Be warned that the original strings will break fast so do some research what to replace them with.

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sdsniffer
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Quote from ssimaniac :
Head Ti S6 is amazing. It's light so it's easy on the joints. Be warned that the original strings will break fast so do some research what to replace them with.
Thanks, but is Graphite a better material than the Composite? sorry I am a newbie and know little about this. I thought graphite racket is normally one piece, and light. Thanks again.
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Exposure
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Aug 29, 2022
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Quote from morchus :
So much misinformation in this thread.

No neighther of these racquets are good for someone trying to just get into tennis. Neighther of these are beginner racquets, and you will struggle to learn the game.

When you are starting to learn the game, the MOST important factor is to not get bored. For that you NEED to get a rally going. Which means should have to be able to get the ball across the net multiple times in a row, and preferably not too far from you are aiming. $15 Walmart rackets are going to serve you a lot better for that, than these advanced level racquets. If you are in doubt and don't know what the specs means, DO NOT BUY this racquet. The reviews are done mostly by advanced players, and there is no point in looking at reviews of these racquets.

Expensive==better does not translate well in tennis.

These racquets are for someone who are already well into their game (more advanced level , around 4.5 NTRP or above), to control their pace and spin. This needs more good setup into the shots, and better technique, which most folks below 4.5 NTRP lacks. And these racquets WILL hurt their ability to play consistent tennis.

When racquets can provide you some help, there is no reason to not use it. And for that look for more beginner level racquets. They are usually less than 9.5oz and head heavy balanced.

Head TI S6 is a really good beginner racquet if you are someone starting the game, and thinks that they are going to play for many years. Walmart rackets are not bad either, and is definitely more value if you are not sure whether you will be playing beyond a year.

You can get a Head TI S6 racket for around $75 or less most of the time, even though the advertised retail price is higher. They are available at many retail shops (Dicks Sporting) and also online.

Ofcourse, if you insist... go ahead and do whatever you prefer to do.
Very well said "expensive == better does not translate well in tennis"
I can vouch for the Head TI for beginners as a I began playing with it as a teen many years ago. I bought it at the time at Big 5 cuz I was cheap lol, but it turned out very helpful in the long run as it gave me intro's into swinging bigger.
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ssimaniac
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Quote from sdsniffer :
Thanks, but is Graphite a better material than the Composite? sorry I am a newbie and know little about this. I thought graphite racket is normally one piece, and light. Thanks again.
Composite is lighter. Compare the weight of the two, T6 is 8oz vs. 10.5
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sdsniffer
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Quote from Exposure :
Very well said "expensive == better does not translate well in tennis"
I can vouch for the Head TI for beginners as a I began playing with it as a teen many years ago. I bought it at the time at Big 5 cuz I was cheap lol, but it turned out very helpful in the long run as it gave me intro's into swinging bigger.
Is the extra long in length at 27 3/4″ and oversized head size 115 sq inches too big for beginners? I am thinking to buy this(Head Ti S6 for $99) for my 10-year-old 58-inch tall kid, thanks!
Last edited by sdsniffer August 29, 2022 at 09:50 AM.
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peterl1365
Aug 29, 2022
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Quote from sdsniffer :
Is the extra long in length at 27 3/4″ and oversized head size 115 sq inches too big for beginners? I am thinking to buy this(Head Ti S6 for $99) for my 10-year-old 58-inch tall kid, thanks!
Been a while since my kids were 10, but I think it depends on strength more than height. That racket seems like it might be a bit large/heavy, but your kid might grow into it in the next year or two. The problem is that it might make tennis too difficult to be fun. I'd probably recommend a cheap junior racket. Tennis has a huge initial learning curve even for teenagers. Just know that you'll probably be replacing it with something else fairly soon.

Edit: Something kind of like this:

https://www.tennisexpress.com/HEA...EAQAvD_BwE
Last edited by peterl1365 August 29, 2022 at 11:06 AM.
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peterl1365
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Quote from sdsniffer :
Thanks, but is Graphite a better material than the Composite? sorry I am a newbie and know little about this. I thought graphite racket is normally one piece, and light. Thanks again.
There are really no rules any more about graphite vs composite. Long ago when wood rackets were still a thing, graphite rackets were the stiffest, but stiffness isn't necessarily what you want. Graphite/Fiberglass composites were made in varying combinations. Around 30 years ago, racket manufacturers started making rackets with very different shapes and cross-sections. Thus, the material became kind of secondary to the shape.

It's really a matter of what feels good to you, and what qualities (power/control/repeatability/swing weight) you are looking for. Other than power, you really can't predict what a beginner would need or want.

On a side note, the thing that primarily distinguishes more expensive rackets is their consistency from one racket to the next. This is really only important if you are failry advanced, have multiple rackets, and are playing somewhat competitively.
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peterl1365
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Quote from ssimaniac :
Composite is lighter. Compare the weight of the two, T6 is 8oz vs. 10.5
This isn't necessarily true. Composite rackets (are there even pure graphite rackets any more?) can come in virtually any size and weight. And lighter does not always equal better. It really really depends on the type of player you are and want to become.

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minidanas
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Quote from ssimaniac :
Head Ti S6 is amazing. It's light so it's easy on the joints. Be warned that the original strings will break fast so do some research what to replace them with.

1. Head Ti S6 (and similar ones) are amazing for beginners, yes.
2. No to be anal, but S6 is very light and stiff, both of which are HARD on joints. Luckily, it doesn't matter for beginners because the hit impact is never big. Plus, S6 is very head-heavy, which is another mitigating factor.
3. Beginners are not known to break strings, unless you are one of those string-breakers. (Nobody knows for sure why some people break 'em and others don't)
4. If they do break, then you are one. Just go to shop and get basic synthetic (or multifilament) strings. Perhaps get thicker ones, like 15gauge. Don't get poly just because they don't break, because it's not for beginners for multiple reasons. Don't get anything fancy.

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