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Looking for real club-player picks. If you had £120 max for doubles today, what racket would you buy and why?
For a genuine beginner on a budget, what racket under £70 is actually worth buying and not a false economy?
If you have used both, how did they compare for speed, defence, control, and ease of use in club doubles?
I am curious what people are really using week to week, not just what they prefer in theory. If you are in the UK, what shuttle are you playing with most often right now? - club f…
If someone is improving and their first beginner racket is no longer ideal, what matters most in the next step? Would you prioritise: - weight and balance - string setup - overall…
A lot of club players move tension up because it sounds more advanced. Sometimes that helps, but often it just makes timing worse. Possible signs your tension is too high right no…