We been told over and over "eyes on the ball". The question is why we don't do it. I like to know if Saber has data on hitting with only Saber for about month and see the following: - at the start using Saber, players watch the ball at contact and then go back to the old habits and still able to keep the ball in play. - Focus on the ball throughout the test period, then see how they play with their normal racquet(s). - Does playing with Saber requires more talents thus develop talents?
I pulled my old AMF Head Professional (Red throat piece) 4 1/2 L from the closet, not played since the mid 1970s. String tension measured 43 lbs with Racquet Tune iOS app, with original synthetic nylon (not multi-filament). Does the "L" mean light? on Ebay some have "M" designation, i.e. medium weight? I started with the AMF Head Master, a beginner-intermediate racquet, and later upgraded to the Pro for greater power, and firm stiffness for control. Weight was 12.75 oz with overgrip. Head size is a paltry 72 in2 (oval 10.75 x 8.5 in at inner perimeter). The Pro's aluminum allow is said to be Alcoa 7005, versus the Master's Alcoa 6006, primarily for higher yield strength. Regardless, I warmed up with the Head Pro, and was amazed it felt REALLY solid, like I recall ~47 years ago. Then I played doubles the first hour with the Pro. My forehand, backhand (1H or 2H), and serve were essentially the same as playing with my flexible graphite racquets (Head Prestige Tour MP, Prince NXG Graphite Tour MP, both 12.2 oz. I had no issue with the small head size, surprisingly. Hits were solid with minimal vibration for the heavy racquet, and could drive and serve the ball similarly hard. The second day I used more volleys and backspin slice backhands to good success. Thanks to Harry, I will continue to practice with the Pro as a training tool to keep my eyes on the ball, -- and avoid hitting the red plastic piece.
Or people can buy a old wooden tennis racket from the 70’s - 80’s… to practice hitting the sweet spot, and to improve your game! Some people even give those old rackets away at garage sales, yard sales, etc…
I compared saber racquets vs old wood racquets and found the saber requires more focus. They also feel more comfortable to hit with over an extended period of time.
Love the ad at the end. The Sergio Tacchini shirt. Love the brand. Just don’t find it easily. Donnay racquet- that was Borg!
Very useful training tool. Similarly, a Dunlop MAX 150G from 1980 is great for keeping your eye on the ball, and can be used in matches as well.
We been told over and over "eyes on the ball". The question is why we don't do it. I like to know if Saber has data on hitting with only Saber for about month and see the following:
- at the start using Saber, players watch the ball at contact and then go back to the old habits and still able to keep the ball in play.
- Focus on the ball throughout the test period, then see how they play with their normal racquet(s).
- Does playing with Saber requires more talents thus develop talents?
I’ve been using the Saber with a multi/gut hybrid. Feels plush! Helping me cleanup my footwork.
Thank you so much for the kind words on the Saber!!!!
I pulled my old AMF Head Professional (Red throat piece) 4 1/2 L from the closet, not played since the mid 1970s. String tension measured 43 lbs with Racquet Tune iOS app, with original synthetic nylon (not multi-filament). Does the "L" mean light? on Ebay some have "M" designation, i.e. medium weight? I started with the AMF Head Master, a beginner-intermediate racquet, and later upgraded to the Pro for greater power, and firm stiffness for control. Weight was 12.75 oz with overgrip. Head size is a paltry 72 in2 (oval 10.75 x 8.5 in at inner perimeter). The Pro's aluminum allow is said to be Alcoa 7005, versus the Master's Alcoa 6006, primarily for higher yield strength.
Regardless, I warmed up with the Head Pro, and was amazed it felt REALLY solid, like I recall ~47 years ago. Then I played doubles the first hour with the Pro. My forehand, backhand (1H or 2H), and serve were essentially the same as playing with my flexible graphite racquets (Head Prestige Tour MP, Prince NXG Graphite Tour MP, both 12.2 oz. I had no issue with the small head size, surprisingly.
Hits were solid with minimal vibration for the heavy racquet, and could drive and serve the ball similarly hard. The second day I used more volleys and backspin slice backhands to good success. Thanks to Harry, I will continue to practice with the Pro as a training tool to keep my eyes on the ball, -- and avoid hitting the red plastic piece.
Would a weighted up squash racquet be the same?
Or people can buy a old wooden tennis racket from the 70’s - 80’s… to practice hitting the sweet spot, and to improve your game! Some people even give those old rackets away at garage sales, yard sales, etc…
I compared saber racquets vs old wood racquets and found the saber requires more focus. They also feel more comfortable to hit with over an extended period of time.
Thanks, awsome as always
Got it!!
Toalson has a 65 sq in racket for the same purpose
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Why not tap cover your racket with only sweet spot opened? It works better and cheaper than this.
No, it wouldn't be the same. Covering most of the racquet with tape will drastically make it harder to swing do to air drag.
You should answer questions in the comment for a fee or a coffee. That's right up your alley
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