The Overview of Tennis Racket Customisation
Whether you're a tennis player looking for the perfect string setup or a padel player wanting to enhance racket performance, customisation plays a vital role in improving your game. The right racket specs, string set up and grip can all maximize power, control, and performance on the court.
In this guide, we'll cover:
- Stringing tips and why strings matter
- Choosing the right strings & tension for your game
- Customising weight & balance for better performance
- Maintaining your tennis racket for longevity
Tennis Stringing: How to Do It Right
Why Stringing Matters
Depending on your racket’s string pattern, adjusting the string type and tension can directly impact power, control, and spin. Over time, strings lose tension and which affects its performance, so regular restringing is key to keeping your racket in peak condition.
How Often Should You Restring Your Tennis Racket?
A good rule of thumb:
- Recreational players: Restring every 3-6 months
- Club players: Restring every 4-6 weeks
- Competitive Players: If you don’t break before, restring as often as you play per week (e.g., if you play 4x per week, restring every 4 weeks).
Choosing the Right Strings
Types of Tennis Strings & Which One is Right for You
Multifilament – Soft and very comfortable giving you extra power and is ideal for arm comfort.
Polyester (Poly) – Best for spin & control, used by advanced players looking to be aggressive on the court.
Hybrid Setup – Mix of poly & multifilament which allows you the balance of comfort and control.
Which String Tension is Best for Your Game?
* Lower tension (40-50 lbs) = More power, softer feel
* Higher tension (50-65 lbs) = More control, less power
* Spin players: Opt for lower tension with textured or shaped poly strings
To find out more about how tension and weight affects performance you can check out our detailed customisation chart taken from over 20+ years of customisation experience here.
Customising Your Tennis Racket for Better Performance
Adding or Removing Weight to Your Racket
Tennis players can adjust their rackets balance, weight and swing weight for a more customized feel:
- Adding lead tape at 12 o’clock = More power
- Placing weight at 3 & 9 o’clock = More stability & control
- Adding weight to the handle = Shifts balance down for more manoeuvrability
Customising Your Grip for Comfort & Control
Your grip affects how well you control your shots.
* Base grips: Used on the base of the handle, giving you the cushion and feel you desire.
* Overgrips: Thin layer added over existing grip for extra tack & feel, can be changed frequently.
* Thicker grips: More comfort & shock absorption
* Thinner grips: Better feel & precision
🛠 Pro Tip: Change your grip every 10-20 hours of play to prevent slipping & blisters.
Maintaining Your Tennis & Padel Racket
✅ Clean Your Racket Regularly
* Wipe the frame with a damp cloth after playing
* Avoid storing your racket in extreme heat or cold
✅ Protect Your Strings from Tension Loss
* Don’t leave your racket in a hot car
* Store it in a thermal-protected bag
* Avoid hitting the frame on the ground
✅ Replace Worn-Out Grommets & Bumper Guards
The plastic grommets & bumper guards protect your strings & frame. Replace them if you see cracks or deep wear marks as eventually you can break the racket if not.
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- Understanding string types & tension
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