Today’s tennis rackets are a far cry from those of yesteryear and have made playing the game even easier and more enjoyable. The old rackets were made of wood and required the use of a strong ancillary frame to keep them from warping when idle. Not so these days, and many rackets can be found for as little as around twenty dollars.
Today, rackets come in a variety of materials and wood is rarely chosen by serious players. A typical tennis racket now weighs only about 12 ounces and is made from a composite material that doesn’t require the use of a frame after hours to keep its shape. They have become larger than the rackets of the past and are also much more ‘forgiving’, especially beginners’ models.
Cheap tennis rackets are easy enough to find in most sporting goods stores and, of course, there are lots of places online from which they can be ordered. Those just beginning at the sport might do well to start off with something inexpensive, just in case tennis turns out to not be their cup of tea. You can always upgrade and pass the cheap model to a deserving niece or nephew.
Buying an inexpensive racket, however, doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice playing ability. There are many models available in the 20 to 30 dollar range that are quite serviceable and will do well for a beginner. It you end up wanting a more serious racket you can always upgrade to something fancier and pricier.
For smaller players (whether child or adult), a junior tennis racquet is probably the best bet. These are smaller in size than a normal racquet and easier to handle. It’s important to get a piece of equipment that properly fits the user’s hand size. An improper grip can cause problems including carpal tunnel and tennis ‘elbow’.
Playing tennis is fun and good exercise too. Even elderly people find it enjoyable and, at this game speed isn’t always the determining factor. Being perceptive and accurate can be just as important.
If you’ve not yet played the game maybe it’s time to jump in and give it a try. It’s good exercise. It’s good fun, too.
Bob Proctor has been writing articles since 2006 and is an expert on , however he also likes to write about