TENNIS magazine's October 2009 issue offers up a comprehensive article on playing tennis over age 50.
Entitled "The Big 5-Love" the spread includes 11 pages of tips, court strategies and equipment ideas.
Pick up a copy if you don't get it already. Not 50 or even close? You can read about the lovely but currently lost Ana Ivanovic or why Rafa wore "bright rose" at the French Open.
I have that shirt by the way -- not bad on a gal either :)
Intermediates (USTA 3.0 to 3.5) looking for more power and control may want to check out the CrossBow 4, the newest in the popular HEAD CrossBow line. This is a excellent choice for the person who doesn't use an over the shoulder, topspin generating swing, someone whose slices and volleys are go-to favorites. The larger than conventional sweetspot is an added bonus and CrossBow technology* adds nice power. Give it a try. Look for it beginning in November at Tennis-Warehouse or find a retailer at HEAD.
*CrossBow technology helps the racquet to store and release power while you hit like a loaded spring or bow.
Talk about sweet spots! This racquet has the largest allowable headsize in tennis, 135 square inches (compare with more standard 100 sq. in.). It is hugely popular among seniors, 65s. 70s and 75s, both men and women, who enjoy the benefits of the larger than usual hitting area. It's called The Weed and ranked senior players who use this brand stick include Jim Nelson of California who has earned 98 USTA golden balls and George McCabe of Ohio, an International 75's doubles champion.
The Weed is lightweight and comes in six colors and a variety of lengths, 27" to 28 1/2" (to increase reach). The EXT is their bestselling model, $228 USD strung and shipped. The manufacturer recommends calling them prior to purchasing so that they can guide you to the racquet that will suit your game and level. Go to Weed USA to learn more or call 1-800-WEED-RKT.
