
Good News for Tennis Newbs: We Found 8 Great Rackets [Cosmopolitan]
The Solinco Blackout 285 is named the Best Racquet for Frequent Players by Cosmopolitan.
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By Nancy Walecki via Cosmopolitan (Original Article)
Pros
- COMES IN A VARIETY OF GRIP SIZES AND STRING CATEGORIES
- ABSORBS A GOOD AMOUNT OF VIBRATION FOR COMFORTABLE PLAYING
Cons
- AN INVESTMENT IF YOU JUST WANNA PLAY OCCASIONALLY
- NOT AVAILABLE IN A SIZE 0 GRIP
“Can’t get enough of your newfound hobby? Here’s your new ol’ reliable. One reviewer said her Solinco is going strong despite using it 30 hours per week, and Green adds that this racket works well for tennis beginners and intermediates. It’s light enough that it swings easily, but it will still give you the power you need to play a good game. With grip sizes ranging from 1-4 and ten different stringing options, you can easily find the perfect fit for you.”

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