As a tennis racket retailer for over 20 years, I know the differences in tennis racket quality, and I know how to match rackets to different people's playing styles and skill level.  I also understand how the tennis racket retailing business works.  Tennis rackets have "merchandising cycles" just like cars, clothing, and many other retail items.  Just like other items, the best values can be found purchasing products at the end of their merchandising or "close out" cycles.  I take pride in finding for my customers the best performing rackets at the end of their merchandising cycle, giving the customer the best value.  Another great value is purchasing demo rackets.  These rackets which were purchased new and used for a short period of time as demos, giving customers an opportunity  to try out a racket before they purchase one.

There are two general categories of tennis rackets:  mass merchandised and performance rackets.  Mass merchandised rackets are the ones you usually find at Wal-mart, and Target.  These stores usually sell ONLY mass merchandise rackets.  With mass merchandise rackets, you get what you pay for.  They are lower quality, lower priced rackets.  Should you buy a mass merchandise racket? Yes, if you are just starting out, and you are not sure if you are going to become a regular playing tennis player.   However, if you decide you really like the game, and plan on playing on a regular basis (anywhere from several times a week, to several times a month) you SHOULD purchase a performance racket.  Performance rackets are stronger frames.  They will last longer, they can take on the force of incoming balls better, and provide force more efficiently with less stress on your arm. 

All of the rackets listed below are PERFORMANCE RACKETS.   Most are demos, with several new rackets listed as well.  At this time, I do believe that the Head Liquidmetal Radical is the BEST performance racket value on the market.

Please email me at Racks@aol.com if you would like to check out or purchase any of these rackets.  Beginning September 9th, I will be at the Chantilly High School tennis courts from 5-7 pm, Monday-Thursday.  That would be a great opportunity to meet.

Wilson K4  Demo:  $50               105 sq. inches, 4 1/4 grip,KFactor technology. Designed for slow to medium swing speeds, intermediate players.

Wilson KZen Demo:  $50             103 sq. inches, 4  1/4 grip, KFactor technology. Designed for medium swing speeds, intermediate players.

Wilson NBlade Demo:  $50          108 sq. inches, 4  1/4 grip, ncode technology.  Designed for faster swing speeds, intermediate-advanced players.

Wilson KFactor six.one team Demo:  $50     95 sq. inches,4  3/8 grip, lighter version of K factor six.one.  Designed for fast swing speeds, intermediate-advanced players.

Wilson ncode six-one 95   Demo:  $50    95 sq. inches, 4  3/8 grip, Immediate predecessor to the KFactor six-one 95.  Designed for fast swing speeds, advanced players.

Wilson ncode npro surge   Demo:  $50      100 sq. inches, 4  3/8 grip,  predecessor to Kfactor NPro Open.  Designed for medium to fast swing speeds.  Intermediate-advanced players.

New Racket!  Best Performance Racket Value!          Head Liquidmetal Radical.  Used by Andre Agassi    Available in all grip sizes.     $89 New!!!               107 sq. inches. Designed for medium to fast      swing speeds, intermediate-advanced players.

Prince Triple Threat Bandit     New racket!  Only one left!  110 sq. inches, 4  1/4 grip        $69 New!    Great value!  Designed for medium swing speeds, intermediate players.