No 2 off the shelf rackets are exactly the same.
Due to manufacturing tolerances a pair of rackets that are sold as the "same" can feel noticeably different. What this means is that "lucky racket" feeling, where one of your rackets plays better than the other, isn't in your head. Racket Surgery can make all your rackets your lucky racket with our All-in-one Racket Matching Service.
Our service can also be used to match rackets of different models. Example, you just switched from a Wilson Blade to a Babolat Pure Drive to get some extra power, but you miss the heavier feel of the Blade. In many cases Racket Surgery can match the key specs of your new racket to your old, so it feels a little more familiar, and helps you play better. Just shoot us a message through the chat bubble and we'll see what we can do.
What we change:
- Weight - How heavy a racket feels when held. Too light and the racket won't feel stable and can lack power. Too heavy and it can get tiring to swing during a long match. Typically measured in grams or ounces.
- Balance Point - Where the center of gravity of the racket is located along it's length. Too headlight and the racket will feel too 'whippy' making it difficult to time your swing. Not headlight enough and the racket will feel sluggish, making fine changes to shots more difficult. Typically measured in 'points' headlight.
- Swingweight - The most important factor in matching a racket. A dynamic measurement that takes into account the weight, balance point, length, and the speed with which the racket moves through the air. The higher the swingweight the heavier a racket will feel when swung. Typically measured in KG-CM^2.
Simply select your pick-up date & time slot and the Racket Surgeon will come to you anywhere in Manhattan.**