Yes! Two things to keep in mind though, tape cannot go more than 1/4 inch onto the face of paddle, and don't add so much tape that it makes the paddle dimensions larger than allowed
The edge guards could have perimeter weights already built into them so it could be ordered to the players specs. A standard 8 oz paddle could have an extra 1oz or whatever added in perfect placement around the paddle.
You talked about head weighting the paddle and experimenting. If you want to keep the center of gravity exactly the same as the manufacturer intended, then you should first find the balance point by either balancing on two fingers, or balance the paddle on a dowel or something thin and cylindrical. Mark the center of gravity (CG aka balance point) with a pencil on both sides of the edge guard. Then place your weights centered over your pencil mark. I think this is the most typical first step- just add weight without changing balance. If you don't find the balance point first, then you may inadvertently change both the mass of the paddle and the balance. A good experimenter only changes one variable at a time. If you do wish to change the balance point, then you would still want to know where is was to begin with and then shift it.
If using duct tape how does one determine the weight without a scale? When using lead tape we know that a 4" piece of 1/4" is 1 gram. Great video and thanks.
Saw you play a game at the nationals last week…congrats on your bronze….it’s amazing to me how simple you make the game….was fun to watch.
Very well explained, sir.
Steve, very interesting. How much weight did Sampras add to his PS 85? I heard his racket was one of the heaviest of all time.
Steve, good information but my question is will this paddle then be approved if you play in a tournament with referees?
Yes! Two things to keep in mind though, tape cannot go more than 1/4 inch onto the face of paddle, and don't add so much tape that it makes the paddle dimensions larger than allowed
The edge guards could have perimeter weights already built into them so it could be ordered to the players specs. A standard 8 oz paddle could have an extra 1oz or whatever added in perfect placement around the paddle.
You talked about head weighting the paddle and experimenting. If you want to keep the center of gravity exactly the same as the manufacturer intended, then you should first find the balance point by either balancing on two fingers, or balance the paddle on a dowel or something thin and cylindrical. Mark the center of gravity (CG aka balance point) with a pencil on both sides of the edge guard. Then place your weights centered over your pencil mark. I think this is the most typical first step- just add weight without changing balance. If you don't find the balance point first, then you may inadvertently change both the mass of the paddle and the balance. A good experimenter only changes one variable at a time. If you do wish to change the balance point, then you would still want to know where is was to begin with and then shift it.
This is a good point as well! Makes me wish Steve and I had gone into more detail in the video. May next time - Spencer L
If using duct tape how does one determine the weight without a scale? When using lead tape we know that a 4" piece of 1/4" is 1 gram. Great video and thanks.
Off the subject but what are your thoughts regarding the “Chainsaw” serve? Will you be coming out with a video about this?
Thx.
I want to make a video about spin toss serves, in my opinion the best way to do that serve is out of both hands.
Interesting point, will experiment. Good tip. Thx.
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