Tennis racquet string tension is a frequently misunderstood question, but it is a very important consideration for your racquet. What racquet string tension should I use? Well, when it comes down to it, it's really a matter of personal preference, but here are some guidelines and facts to keep in mind. First, there is usually a range of tensions provided by the tennis racquet manufacturer, and this range of tension is typically located in the throat of the tennis racquet. If you find yourself unsure or trying to determine what tension, then tapping in the middle of the recommended racquet string is usually a good start. Then you can increase or decrease your string tension until you find something that feels good.

Since all tennis racquets recommend different tensions [they are usually in the 50 or 60 lb range], no tension can be recommended. You can only use the following guidelines. Lower tension increases power and higher tension increases control….

Tennis racket string tension – how to decide the prompt was originally published on Spring