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Best Racquets for Aggressive Baseliners in 2023
So you are an aggressive baseliner and you are looking for the best possible racquet for your playstyle. But what makes a racquet good for aggressive baseliners anyway?
My Racquet Journey Has Ended… For Now
Over the past 5 years, I’ve tried over 100 racquets to try to find the perfect one for my game.
Beckett’s Racquet of Choice Shortlist
The following is a detail journal of the final stages in my racquet journey. I’ve narrowed down my shortlist to two racquets, the Auxetic Radical MP and the 2023 VCORE 98. Before I can commit to any racquet, I need to determine that I also have a viable string setup and customization plan (if needed).
The Wilson Shift 300: Return of the Gimmick
The Shift 300 is a really weird racquet and here’s why.
2023 Prostaff v14 97 vs. the Prostaff X
Finally, Wilson is offering a 100 square inch head in a package designed for elite tennis players. The crazy thing is, the specs between the Prostaff 97 and the Prostaff X aren’t really that different. So what’s the point in having two models?
What is the BEST Tennis String?
If you Google, “Best Tennis String,” you’ll likely come across three big names: Solinco Hyper-G, Babolat RPM Blast, Luxilon ALU Power So what exactly separates these strings from the rest?
Diadem Elevate v3 vs. Tour: Classic Control Monsters
“The ultimate control racket that lends supreme feel for the ball on every shot.” That's what Diadem's website tells us about their new racquet, the Elevate v3. That’s a BOLD claim.
The Dunlop FX500 Might Be the BEST Power Racquet on the Market
The Dunlop FX500 is easily one of the most compelling 100 square inch options on the market. Driven by class-leading specs and legitimately effective technologies, you cannot sleep on Dunlop.
Tecnifibre TFIGHT ISO 305: The Ultimate Modern Solution for Advanced Players
The Tecnifibre TFIGHT ISO 305 has been called the best racquet of the year by some of my favourite reviewers. At this time, the TFIGHT is one of my top candidates for a racquet switch and here’s why.
How to Copy Djokovic’s Actual Racquet Specs
What is the easiest and cheapest way that you can copy Djokovic’s ACTUAL racquet specs at home?
I’m Dumping the Extreme Tour
Its time for me to move one from the Extreme Tour. But to what?
The Head Speed Pro: Do That Wiggle Wiggle
The Head Speed Pro has been a massively popular offering due to its blend of forgiveness, precision and maneuverability. So how has the Auxetic tech affected this formula, and most importantly, is it good?
Simon’s Search for String Sublimity
Using plebian, un-scientific, nearly baseless criteria, Simon begins his search for a new “string of choice.” He’s completely unbiased due to having absolutely zero knowledge of strings.
Odyssey Into Poly-Poly Hybrids
I’m embarking on a crazy journey to see if I can find a golden combination by creating a poly-poly hybrid. Waste of time? Maybe. Fun? Absolutely.
How to Buy a New Tennis Racquet (At Any Level)
Today we are going to look at some different strategies to make buying a new tennis racquet easier, whether your an absolute beginner, a veteran returning to the game after a few years off or someone who just needs to upgrade.
Running List of Beckett’s Favourites
A running list of my all-time favourite tennis racquets and strings. Discounts inside!
Top 4 Spin Racquets
I, like many, use spin to control my shot placement. Understanding how racquets influence how we generate spin on the court is extremely nuanced. These are the top spin racquets in 2022!
The Yonex EZONE 100 is the New Baseline
The EZONE 100 has been around for many generations, but it’s only for the 2022 model that Yonex has achieved, and surpasses the levels of refinement previously only produced by Babolat.
Why Do Some Racquets Produce More Spin?
Why do some racquet’s seem to produce more spin that others? It’s not the racquet, its the player.