What does pts HL mean?

4 pts HL is simply a measurement for the balance of a racquet or, more specifically, how heavy a racquet feels when you swing the racquet to hit a ball. Ultimately this means that the racquet contains more weight towards the handle of the racquet and less weight towards the head of the racquet.

What does HL mean on a tennis racquet?

This refers to the point at which the racquet balances. This point can be closer to the handle, which is considered “head light” (HL), at the halfway point of the racquet (evenly balanced) or towards the head of the racquet, “head heavy” (HH).

What is tennis balance?

5. BALANCE. The balance point of a racquet is defined as the point along the length of the racquet where the weight is split evenly between the head and the handle. An evenly balanced racquet would have its balance point exactly in the middle of its length.

What tension do tennis pros use?

around 40-65lbs
Typical tensions range from around 40-65lbs, but most players’ tensions fall well within that range of extremes! Generally speaking, professional stringers tend to advise players to string their rackets as low as possible whilst still being able to maintain control of the ball.

What does HL mean?

Acronym Definition
HL Hill
HL Half Life
HL High Level
HL Higher Level (course)

How do I know my tennis racket grip size?

Ruler Test: To measure grip size using the ruler test, first place the fingers of your racket hand together, then align a ruler’s edge with the the bottom horizontal crease of your palm. Next, measure to the tip of your ring finger, this measurement is your grip size.

How is Swingweight calculated in tennis?

There is your swingweight….

  1. Measure distance from end of the handle to the bottom of the top string (or whatever string you hang from).
  2. The finer the measurement the better (mm or 1/32″).
  3. Swingweight measurement is very sensitive to small changes. Even 1 millimeter will affect the results.

What does 320 mm balance mean?

This number reflects the distance from the end of the grip to the balance point. Normally everything above 330 mm is said to be balanced in the head (head heavy) and below 320 mm to be balanced in the grip (head light).

What is balance point on a racket?

The balance point of a racquet is that point along the length of the racquet where a racquet will teeter and totter on a thin support (like a 1/2″ dowel or the edge of a ruler) without one end or the other being pulled to the ground.