Grip
Grip size — G4 or G5.
| Code | Circumference | Feel | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| G5 | 3.00 in · 80 mm | Slimmer, standard adult | Most players; build up with an overgrip |
| G4 | 3.25 in · 83 mm | One size larger | Bigger hands or a firmer, locked grip |
When in doubt, choose G5 and fine-tune upward with an overgrip — you can add girth, but you can't take it away.
Weight
Weight class — 3U to 5U.
| Class | Unstrung weight | Feel | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3U | 85–89 g | Heavier, planted, stable | Power players who want mass behind the smash |
| 4U | 80–84 g | All-round balance | The default: speed without losing punch |
| 5U | 75–79 g | Light, fast, whippy | Fast hands, doubles net play, quick defence |
Lighter = faster swingHeavier = more mass on contactMost stock 4U
Tension
String tension chart.
| Tension | Player | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| 18–20 lb | Beginner | Maximum repulsion and a large sweet spot; least control |
| 21–23 lb | Improver | Balanced power and control — the safe first upgrade |
| 24–26 lb | Advanced | Sharper control and feel; a smaller, less forgiving sweet spot |
| 27–30 lb | Elite | Maximum control and shot precision; demands clean centre contact |
We string in-house across the 20–29 lb range. New to tension? Start at 22 lb and climb a pound at a time as your contact cleans up.
Balance
One more figure — balance point.
Head-light · sub-290mm
- Fastest through the air
- Quick net exchanges and defence
- Forgiving on off-centre hits
Head-heavy · 300mm+
- More mass into the smash
- Rewards a full, grooved swing
- Steeper, heavier attacking angle
Strung in-house20–29 lb range
Choose at checkoutGrip · tension
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