Playmate Tennis is a Morrisville, North Carolina based company belonging under metal company Metaltek. The company specializes in manufacturing tennis ball machines and accessories. The company was established in 1973, and first Playmate tennis ball machines were made in red color resembling European clay courts. In 1975 with the new […]
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Tennis Stringing Machines Overview
When it comes to stringing of your tennis racket most of the players rely on their tennis club or favorite shop. However, if you are taking care of kids or friends rackets, or you just have enough time it can be cost-wise to do racket stringing at home. Either way, […]
Continue readingA Ultimate Guide to Tennis Racquet Holders
A lot of people do not differ between tennis bag and tennis racquet holder. However, if you own more than three tennis racquets, you need to store them somewhere. Keeping them in a bag is not a solution. Frankly, the bag would be too heavy to carry. Moreover, if you […]
Continue readingSports Tutor Ball Machines Overview
Sports Tutor Inc. is a Burbank, California based manufacturer of a wide range of athletic ball machines. The product portfolio includes ball machines for baseball, tennis, soccer, volleyball, pickleball, and softball. Sports Tutor is a private company and does not disclose much information. The number of employees is in the […]
Continue readingTennis Tutor Plus/Plus Player Ball Machine Review
Tennis Tutor Plus and Plus Player tennis ball machines are the top portable battery-powered models made by Sports Tutor. These two models differ substantially in price and also in functionality. What are the differences and which is more suitable for you? Check our review below. Pros: + Three preprogrammed drills […]
Continue readingTennis Tutor Prolite/Prolite Plus Tennis Ball Machine Review
Tennis Tutor Prolite and Prolite Plus ball machines are made for beginners and intermediate players. Both models have the same base, however, there are some differences in features and price. We looked at both models to find out which one is better for beginners and which one is better for […]
Continue readingTennis Cube Sports Tutor Tennis Ball Machine
Tennis Cube is one of the lightest tennis ball machines for beginners and intermediate players. Its price looks promising and offers many exciting features. Go below for our review of the Tennis Cube tennis ball machine. Pros: + price + design + low weight for easy transport + for beginners […]
Continue readingTennis Twist Sports Tutor Tennis Ball Machine
Sports Tutor is one of the big tennis ball machines manufacturers (others are Spinshot and Lobster). Tennis Twist is the Sports Tutor entry model for kids and adult beginners. Its price is matchless and the lowest for battery-operated tennis ball machines. What features does Tennis Twist offer for its price? […]
Continue readingBest Tennis Shoes 2020 – Top New Models
Every new season brings new or upgraded tennis shoe models. Everybody eagerly awaits the Adidas Stycon laceless model, but there is much more coming in the tennis shoe industry. We prepared this overview to help you with orientation and give you answers on what will be trending in the tennis […]
Continue readingTop 3 Tennis Rackets for 2020 season
Sometimes the new season or new year also means a new racket. It is a valid statement not just for the players but also for companies. In this article, we will cover all new tennis racquet models releases from tennis brands. The trend we see in almost all new rackets […]
Continue readingClash of the Season: Babolat Pure Aero versus Wilson Clash
Babolat and Wilson are the dominant racket brands in all aspects of tennis life (sorry Head, sorry Yonex). The year 2019 was marked by the internal competition of these two brands. Both of them revealed a new or at least upgraded model of its flagship products. Babolat Pure Aero vs […]
Continue readingHead vs Yonex Tennis Racket Comparison
The Head vs Yonex comparison is very interesting. In Men professional tennis Head is a strong second brand trying to overcome Wilson. Yonex sits satisfied at fourth place in popularity on ATP tour. However, among WTA professionals Yonex retakes the third position from Head and is on the move to […]
Continue readingWilson Ultra 100 Tennis Racket Review
I already had experience with Wilson Ultra. I playtested Ultra 97 a few months ago and was really satisfied. This time I took to the court another piece from Ultra collection. Wilson Ultra 100 has a bigger head and should be more suitable for intermediate players. Was it the same […]
Continue readingWilson vs Yonex Tennis Racket Comparison
Wilson and Yonex are the brands we all love. Both brands are represented by so many young and fresh players. The popularity of Yonex between rising stars of tennis is incredible. Naomi Osaka and Denis Shapovalov, just to name at least two of them. Is the Yonex new Wilson? Or […]
Continue readingBabolat vs Yonex Tennis Racket Comparison
Babolat vs Yonex? David vs Goliath? Babolat is definitely one of the biggest brands in the tennis industry. Yonex can be called the rising star of the tennis industry. The Japanese company known from badminton world is crushing the world of tennis in rocket speed. It has a lot of […]
Continue readingDunlop Srixon Revo CV 3.0 Tennis Racket Review
Dunlop tennis rackets have a special place in memory for me. Dunlop was the first racket I played as a kid, then again it was my first senior racket. Therefore, the opportunity to playtest Dunlop Srixon Revo CV 3.0 could not be rejected. It brought a lot of memories to […]
Continue readingBabolat vs Head Tennis Racket Comparison
Racket choice is driven usually by two motives. The first is the playing characteristics of rackets. Do you prefer to spin, power, or control? Or do you need to mix it? The second motive is emotionally based. What design do you prefer or what racket is used by your favorite […]
Continue readingHead Graphene Touch Radical MP Tennis Racket Review
I am not playing with Head rackets too often. I did test playing with Head Speed MP a few months ago and I was really impressed. The chance to play with another Head racket had to be grasped. This time it was Head Graphene Touch Radical MP. Check my impressions […]
Continue readingWilson Portable Tennis Ball Machine Review
Wilson Portable Tennis Ball Machine is manufactured by Sports Tutor company under Wilson Sporting Goods license. This tennis ball machine with the name known to everyone in the tennis industry offers a lot of interesting features at a relatively good price. Pros: + 8 different spin levels and 1 flat […]
Continue readingLobster Tennis Ball Machines Overview
American tennis ball machine producer Lobster Sports is one of the most known ball machine brands worldwide. Lobster Sports Inc. was established back in the 70s by banker Harry Giuditta on the grounds of bankrupted Green Brook Developing Company. Today, Lobster is the major player in the tennis ball machine […]
Continue readingLobster Elite Three Tennis Ball Machine Review
Lobster Elite Three Tennis Ball Machine is an upgraded Elite Two model. It offers a little bit more functions for a little bit more money. What does “a little bit more” mean and is it worth “a little bit more” money? Check our review. Pros: + Random horizontal (left to […]
Continue readingA Definitive Guide to the Best Tennis Ball Machines for Every Player
Have you ever thought about the advantages of using the tennis ball machine? Any tennis player, be it a small kid, junior or adult, trying to make his tennis strokes better, will come to the moment when he needs to practice the same shot again and again. The problem is […]
Continue readingPressureless Tennis Balls – Advantages & Use
You probably noticed the balls with X on tennis courts already. The X is the sign of Tretorn Micro-X Pressureless Tennis Balls. They are not the only pressureless tennis balls, but they are most easily recognizable and they belong to the best pressureless tennis balls. I always thought about trying […]
Continue readingDunlop Fort All Court Tennis Balls Review
Dunlop tennis balls are the golden standard of tennis balls. Dunlop Fort All Court tennis balls are here for years and became one of the most used around the tennis world. They are used on many top ATP tennis tournaments during the season, ATP New York tournament included. Ball Specification Dunlop […]
Continue readingLobster Elite Two Tennis Ball Machine Review
Lobster Elite Two Tennis Ball Machine is a second model in Elite series made by Lobster Sports. Its price is still slightly below $1500 and offers more functionality than the Lobster Elite One model. Is Lobster Elite Two worth the price? Check our review below. Pros: + Random horizontal (left […]
Continue readingSpinshot Tennis Ball Machines Overview
Products from Spinshot-Sports Industries are well-known between tennis ball machine users. Spinshot tennis ball machines belong to the top of this very specific sector for tennis players. CHARACTERISTICS OF SPINSHOT TENNIS BALL MACHINES Spinshot tennis ball machines are easily recognized on every court. They do not catch your eyes with […]
Continue readingHead Championship Tennis Balls Review
Head tennis balls are not very known and widespread in the USA. However, in Europe, especially in the United Kingdom they belong to bestsellers. They are used not just by professionals but are wide-spread at the club and recreational level. They beat even the Dunlop and Wilson tennis balls in […]
Continue readingSpinshot Lite Tennis Ball Machine Review
Spinshot Lite tennis ball machine is one of the cheapest models available. Is this model with just a few functions and a price tag well below $1000 worth considering? Who will enjoy it the most? Check our review below. Pros: + PRICE + Extraordinary long Battery life 5 to 7 […]
Continue readingSpinshot Pro Tennis Ball Machine Review
Spinshot Pro tennis ball machine belongs to the lower middle category of ball machines. The price tag is over $1000 and embedded features point to less demanding tennis players. Read our review below to find out what value Spinshot Pro offers. Pros: + Very short recharging time + 12 levels […]
Continue readingLobster Elite One Tennis Ball Machine Review
Lobster Elite One Tennis Ball Machine belongs to cheaper models with a price tag slightly over $1000. What do you get for this money? Can it satisfy also intermediate and advanced players? Read our review below to find out. Pros: + Extraordinary long battery life + Lightweight for easy to […]
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