Racquet with Heavy-Head
Published: 28 Jul 2007 - 14:19 by el6arboush
Updated: 04 Sep 2007 - 07:33
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Hello
I am a beginner in squash.
I am offered 2 racquets:
1) HEAD LiquidMetal 140 Palmer
(Headsize:470sqcm; Weight:140g; Balance: head heavy / 370mm)
http://www.squashgear.com/noname1.html
2) HEAD LiquidMetal 150
(Headsize:475sqcm; Weight:150g; Balance: 370mm)
http://www.squashgear.com/heli150sqra.html
Please let me know which raqcquet you'd recommend for a beginner? (why?)
I am enclined to pick the first racquet (HEAD LiquidMetal 140 Palmer).
But, I am not sure if it is a good idea to get a Head Heavy racquet for a beginner.
Please advise.
Thank you.
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From yaehbhi - 03 Sep 2007 - 21:54
From rskting - 20 Aug 2007 - 00:41
From nickhitter - 29 Jul 2007 - 20:09
From rippa rit - 29 Jul 2007 - 07:39
Have you ever actually weighed the rackets to compare with the spec as listed on the sticker on the shaft, eg 140, 160?
From nickhitter - 29 Jul 2007 - 05:52
if your specs are correct they are both the same balance anyway (37cms). it is better for a beginner to play with a head heavy racket as it helps develop the timing of the swing. ( pendulum effect) head light rackets are harder to create sufficient power at first.
I agree with jbs24 though stay away from head liquid metal. they fall to bits when you hit the walls. Which as your a beginner you'll be doing a lot. a beginner needs a durable racket and for durability you should get a Dunlop.
From hamburglar - 28 Jul 2007 - 22:03
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I've been using Head racquets since my early days and that was my biggest mistake - they break too easy. Further, LM and Flexpoint 140 are probably the worst racquets when it comes to controlling your shots. As someone else suggested look at a more reliable racquet like Dunlop, Wilson etc - and most importantly try before you buy, the racquet which feels best in hands is going to perform best for you!
here you can find some good reviews on racquets: http://www.squashclub.org/main/resources/equipment_review/search.shtml
good luck
J
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