CORRECTING THE DIFFERENCE

CORRECTING THE DIFFERENCE

While it is not impossible to reduce weight in a racquet, adding weight is much easier. If you have two or more racquets, making each racquet feel and play like the heaviest one is the easiest way to go.

As stated above, you can change the balance of your racquets by adding weight to various areas of the frame. If you have two racquets with the same balance, but different weights, simply add some lead tape to the throat area of the lighter racquet to bring it up to spec with the heavier racquet. Establish the amount of weight required and cut sufficient lead tape to add the required weight. Remember: 1 inch of 1/2 inch wide lead tape weighs .5 grams, while 1 inch of 1/4 inch lead tape weighs .25 grams.

If the balance points are slightly off, you will have to add weight to either the handle or the head of the lighter racquet to correct the difference. If after correcting the difference in balance, one racquet is still lighter, simply follow the directions above to add weight to the throat area of the lighter racquet.

With your racquets matched for weight and balance, treat each one to a fresh set of your favorite string and you’ll be ready to hit the tournament circuit.