[TOS'd]

There were too many old tennis threads and I didn't want to bump them so I made a new one.

The weather has been pretty nice and I played for the first time in two years. It sure was fun getting back into it. I guess we could use this thread to arrange doubles or singles games for when we don't have friends around to play with. And it's a great way to meet some other members. And possibly tournaments/round robin games, if we have enough people.

So, who plays tennis either competitively or just for fun?

[G]

Used to play competitively for high school...But now I play leisurely during the summer.

[hi-revs]

i'd be up for some tennis!

[RTS]

3.5/4.0

im back in van and up for games.

[InvisibleSoul]

:thumbsup:

I started up for the year a couple weeks ago... was determined to once and for all work on my backhand so that it's a reliable shot.

One night, I went out and hit against the wall at night for a good hour until 8:45pm under a school floodlight... and it did absolute wonders... since then, I've played another 5-6 times already, and I have confidence in maintaining rallies with my single-handed backhand.

I'd say I'd be 3.5... 4.0 on a good day...

I usually play at Gladstone.

[TOS'd]

Cool, I guess most of us are around the same skill level at 3.5-4.0ish.

I usually play at Killarney, Joyce Station, or Bonsor.

Where's everyone else!

[G]

I don't get the 3.5 - 4.0 level, someone care to explain?

[RTS]

I don't get the 3.5 - 4.0 level, someone care to explain?

http://www.matchmakertennis.com/public/ntrp.html

There you go. It helps when setting up games so you have a competitive partner.

[RTS]

Post your levels and lets get some games going yo.

[G]

im around 4.5-5.0 ... but I haven't played since last summer so I probably dropped down now! :p

Yea, set some games up! I need to get back into tennis!

[TOS'd]

Anyone possibly free tmr afternoon to play?

[TOS'd]

bumpp

[vafanculo]

I'm down to play. 3.5 myself. Usually play in Richmond now
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[hi-revs]

im more a 4.0-4.5 player. but not able to serve:p

[G]

My serving sucks ass now... Last year, my friend taught me a serve called American Twist (?) it's the same serve that Roddick uses as his first serve... that TOTALLY fucked up my shoulder lol... So I have Kick serve and Spin serves only now :(

I say we play in May? More sun and probably hotter and better weather.

[TOS'd]

im more a 4.0-4.5 player. but not able to serve:p

o.O 4.0-4.5 but not able to serve.....right...
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[canuckfan72]

I'm play high school tennis and i would consider myself to be around
3.5-4.0 ish. I usually play at the Richmond Tennis Club but there are tonnes of public courts here. If you want to have a friendly hit or match give me a shout.

[orange7]

3-3.5

Haven't played since last summer though..

[yameen]

started playing a couple months ago. i'm around a 3.5 and 4.0 on a good day. planning to play in the richmond open this month. anyone else joining?

[d1]

Where do you guys get your rackets re-strung at? I don't want to get it done at sportchek.

[G]

^Tad's or Rackets and Runners (?)

[InvisibleSoul]

Yeah, probably the best two places to go... they know what they're doing there.

My OHBH feels so good now... :D I think that's pushed me up a half level to 4.0 now and 4.5 on a good day. LoL

[yameen]

Yeah, probably the best two places to go... they know what they're doing there.

My OHBH feels so good now... :D I think that's pushed me up a half level to 4.0 now and 4.5 on a good day. LoL

that's really good. how long have you been playing for? 5.0 is open level.

[InvisibleSoul]

that's really good. how long have you been playing for? 5.0 is open level.
Well, I'm old now... almost 30 already... been playing since grade 10 or so... but only about three years ago did I try to start developing my OHBH. I've always used OHBH, but it had always mainly been slice returns, so I had no attack from my BH wing at all. A few years back, I wanted to be more versatile, so I tried to learn to hit a proper driving OHBH with topspin, but had limited success because I didn't know what I was doing. It wasn't until this year when it finally clicked, after I dedicated myself to practicing it, and all it took was a few focused sessions against the wall. Obviously I'm no Federer, Gasquet, or Wawrinka, but it's getting better and better every session... can handle balls with decent pace, and even get high balls with decent consistency.

Probably my greatest asset is I employ a Michael Chang style of play, where I can cover a lot of court and have good anticipation of where shots are going. I force others to play an extra shot a lot of times.

[G]

^Not bad..ohbh is pretty hard to learn, takes a lot of time...I tried learning it and could only hit a limited amount back so I stuck with my two handed backhand since it generated more power and I could use it to get some winners down the line or cross court.

RS tennis meet?

[RRxtar]

started playing last year with a girl i knew who played because i liked her. hah. turned out i liked playing tennis.

id say im a 2.8ish tho. but definitely enjoy playing for fun

[InvisibleSoul]

What's funny is I have pretty bad form with my forehand... extremely short preparation and backswing... but I'm pretty athletic, so I make it work... but now that I dedicated myself to practicing my backhand, apparently I actually have pretty good proper form for it. :p

While I would say my forehand is still more dependable than my backhand in a game situation, my backhand technique probably looks way better. :lol

I think if I continue working on it, my backhand might end up being better than my forehand... no joke. When I was practicing against the wall, my backhand was way more controlled and consistent than my forehand!

I'm going to have some time this coming week... probably good to play anytime Saturday, Sunday afternoon before the Canucks game, and Monday night from 6:30pm until dark.

[TOS'd]

mmmm today is a nice day to play

[G]

Today is not a good day to play where I am :(

[InvisibleSoul]

Tonight is the only night where I could possibly play until Saturday, so I'm going to try and get out to Gladstone after work... but not sure if I am yet.

[InvisibleSoul]

FUUUUUU... started raining heavy downtown 10-15 minutes ago... prospects for tonight not looking good.

[TOS'd]

WTff it was all sunny, then i look outside, and i see a big ass dark cloud hanging over me. Still sunny outside too though.

[orange7]

Even though it's sunny outside, it's still pretty cold..

gonna wait 2 more weeks before i hit the court

[d1]

^Tad's or Rackets and Runners (?)

Do you know how much they charge? I'm just looking for the cheapest strings possible.

[yameen]

Do you know how much they charge? I'm just looking for the cheapest strings possible.

i buy 10packs of strings from tenniswarehouse and get tad's to string for $10 labor by providing my own strings. overall, you'll save about $100 or more depending on the strings you get.

btw, a ohbh is a lot easier to learn for men because it is a natural swing motion, just like the forehand. however, it also requires more strength, and this is where women like to use the 2hbh. if you look at the pro women tour, almost all of them use 2hbh except henin.

i have solid form for both bh and fh, and the only thing keeping me down is my fitness level because i study too much. we should have an rs king of the court day. we'll see who's #1 =)

[MR_BIGGS]

Even though it's sunny outside, it's still pretty cold..

gonna wait 2 more weeks before i hit the court

You are even getting failed in the tennis thread!:haha:

[canuckfan72]

Haha, my buddy and I didnt have the greatest of luck yesterday. We walked over to the high school courts and not even 15min it it started pouring, even some hail started to fall. We tried just volleying so the balls wouldnt get too messed up but the rain was too much to we had to run home =/

[canuckfan72]

Do you know how much they charge? I'm just looking for the cheapest strings possible.

It depends what kind of string you're looking for but @ Tad's its about $30 per racquet.

[G]

Good day to play today

[InvisibleSoul]

Canucks game gets priority!

[InvisibleSoul]

Hey... so who wants to do this?

I'm thinking early Sunday afternoon... like around 1pm. Gives plenty of time to play and get back in time before the Canucks game at 5pm. Weather forecast is looking very promising.

I'd prefer to play in my own backyard at Gladstone... but I could travel a little ways if it's better for others.

[TOS'd]

^ damn, this weekend is no go for me. i might be free sometime during next week though =/

[yameen]

Hey... so who wants to do this?

I'm thinking early Sunday afternoon... like around 1pm. Gives plenty of time to play and get back in time before the Canucks game at 5pm. Weather forecast is looking very promising.

I'd prefer to play in my own backyard at Gladstone... but I could travel a little ways if it's better for others.

I'll play with you at gladstone later in the week. You can help me train for my tournament or just even rally to get into the groove. You're probably better if you can play at the 4.0 - 4.5 level. This sunday is mother's day so I can't.

[InvisibleSoul]

I'm good to play Monday night after 6:30pm... but after that, not sure when I'll have time to play.

[InvisibleSoul]

I actually don't have a shortage of people to play with... but I thought I'd expand my horizons a bit and finally hit with someone from RS after so many years. :p

[yameen]

I actually don't have a shortage of people to play with... but I thought I'd expand my horizons a bit and finally hit with someone from RS after so many years. :p

same here. i have friends that i play with all the time. some are really good 5.0+ provincial players and some are 4.0-4.5 who are still really good. i'm just kinda curious at how you would rate yourself as 4.0-4.5 when you only learned a backhand a year ago. it's definitely good to play against someone different to get out of that comfort zone when you know how your friends play. if you're up for tennis at gladstone monday, let me know. i'll hit some with you.

[InvisibleSoul]

Realistically, probably no more than 4.0 unless I'm having a really good day.

[yameen]

you want to hit some at gladstone tomorrow? or anyone else who's interested?

[InvisibleSoul]

I'm most likely going to go to Gladstone tomorrow night at about 6:30pm... was going to play with some of the regulars that go there, but if you wanted to come down, we can hit some. I'm 5'4" but somewhat stocky and I play with a Babolat Pure Drive Roddick and carry a Babolat six-pack bag.

[TOS'd]

^ haha sounds like me but im a bit taller and much MUCH younger =p

anyone in for possiby tonight? if not ill try for tmr at gladstone.
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[InvisibleSoul]

Oh, just so that there's no confusion, I meant I'm most likely playing there tonight.

Won't be playing tomorrow night, since I'll be going to the Canucks game...

[G]

Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu sprained my ankle playing soccer.... Guess no tennis for me any time soon :'(

[yameen]

sorry, i actually can't make it tonight. going to the burnaby tennis club courts at 7. they have lighted courts too so we'll be playing longer over there.

we'll definitely play each other sometime. RS tennis meet! probably QE Park is our best bet, since they have 20 courts over there.

you're a babolat fan and i'm a head fan. i tried the pure drive before and it didn't work out for me. a lot of really good juniors use the roddick stick though, so that's good promotion right there. i'm using the liquidmetal instinct but i like the microgel radical. i don't see a point in buying a new racquet if i'm happy with the one i have now.

[InvisibleSoul]

It's all good.

Yeah, I go to Burnaby Lake to play until 11:30pm in the summer... haven't gone this year yet though.

[InvisibleSoul]

Blah... haven't felt very good the last two times I played... feels like I've taken a step back with my backhand. Need more work on it.

[G]

Woot, good weather. Time to test my ankle + get back into tennis mode :)

[keitaro]

Does anyone know what the cost for restringing at Tad's usually is? I need to get my racquet restrung. Been using the same string for 3 years. I am a 2.0-2.5 player =\

[canuckfan72]

Does anyone know what the cost for restringing at Tad's usually is? I need to get my racquet restrung. Been using the same string for 3 years. I am a 2.0-2.5 player =\

It depends on the string, but it usually costs around $30 a racket.

[G]

Yea, it costs money for the strings then it costs money for the labour. You're looking at around 25-40 bucks depending on what quality of strings. If you are a 2.0-2.5 player, you probably don't need super expensive strings so prob 25-30 bucks.

Man, felt good to hit yesterday. Forehand is consistent again but didn't try hitting winners etc... :( and I still need to get my two-handed backhand back... I had some weak topspin ones and resorted to using slice returns which slowed the game down.. :( But I'm happy I got my 2nd serve 100% back! Gotta try my 1st serve + forehand winners tomorrow woot woot.

[yameen]

late post. i'm still sore but still have the itch to play a bit of tennis. anyone up for some rallying?

[tacobell]

anyone up for some today?

[G]

Woot, just used the SportChek Friends and Family discounts to get some strings + grip! Hopefully the courts are dry tomorrow so I can get some hits in!
My friend also picked up the Wilson Surge, not really into Wilson rackets, but I must say it feel's great.

[yameen]

anyone in the richmond open tourney?

[G]

^Missed the deadline :'( I will be going to the stanley park open probably though :)

[InvisibleSoul]

Woot, just used the SportChek Friends and Family discounts to get some strings + grip! Hopefully the courts are dry tomorrow so I can get some hits in!
My friend also picked up the Wilson Surge, not really into Wilson rackets, but I must say it feel's great.
Surge is basically just basically a copy of the Babolat Pure Drive, isn't it?

[G]

^I found it lighter than the Pure Drive by a little bit...easier to swing :)

[yameen]

rain stopped the tennis tourney for 2 days so far. i was able to finish my match before it rained. onto the round of 16 =). i just hope the tourney doesn't cancel.

[G]

^Congats! But it seem's like it's going to rain for the whole week :(

[yameen]

everyone is resting for the tourney and the rain caused my match to be delayed for 2 days already. if anyone wants to rally a bit today, let me know. i just need to keep myself from being rusty for my match!

[InvisibleSoul]

Would love to, but have dinner plans, so at best would only be able to rally for about an hour until dark starting from like 8pm. Maybe I'll just go hit against the wall... haven't played for a week.

Kind of bummed that Federer got ousted from the French Open today.

[canuckfan72]

rain stopped the tennis tourney for 2 days so far. i was able to finish my match before it rained. onto the round of 16 =). i just hope the tourney doesn't cancel.

hey, what category were you in?

[yameen]

first tourney ever. so i registered 3.0. got really nervous but pulled through. you in it? which level?

[canuckfan72]

I was too late for the sign up, but quite a number of my friends are in the 5.0 singles category. (were juniors)

[yameen]

i feel bad for some of them, unless they're actually 5.0 level. all juniors this year can't compete below 5.0. so if you're a beginner, you still have to register for 5.0. hopefully your friends are amazing.

[canuckfan72]

is anybody joining Stanley Park?

[G]

^Thinking about it. Still a long way's away though.

[syee]

Out of curiosity - does anyone know of any decent tennis instructors in the Vancouver (preferably East Van or Burnaby) area? I want to start learning the sport so was looking into some beginner/novice type instruction. Any recommendations or is the best bet to just hit up the local community centre and see what they offer?

[G]

^Maybe try the Burnaby Tennis Facility on Kensington near 8 rinks and Bill Copeland Ice rink (?). They seem to offer lesson's/coaching.

[timmytimtimtim]

Staying on the topic of tennis instructors, I am looking for some tennis coaching in Richmond, preferably from the Steveston Community Centre Tennis shack. Any recommendations or advice? Since I will most likely start in the fall, Steveston is the closest public indoor facility without membership fees. TIA.

Little bit of Background: I would say I am a 3.5, OHBH, mostly baseline player. Only played recreational tennis.

[skiiipi]

Staying on the topic of tennis instructors, I am looking for some tennis coaching in Richmond, preferably from the Steveston Community Centre Tennis shack. Any recommendations or advice? Since I will most likely start in the fall, Steveston is the closest public indoor facility without membership fees. TIA.

Little bit of Background: I would say I am a 3.5, OHBH, mostly baseline player. Only played recreational tennis.

Siamak...he is a tennis Pro sponsored by Head, and he teachs out of the netshed at steveston community center....pm me for his number if u are interested
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[tonyvu]

anyone wanna play?

such a nice day...

[yameen]

yup decent day. kinda cloudy now but don't mind hitting the ball. anyone up for it?

[TOS'd]

Forgot about this.. I am probably so rusty right now. Haven't played since this thread died off. Haha

[yameen]

i'm pretty rusty too. wanna play?

[TOS'd]

pm'd

[yameen]

yea maybe next time =). trying to get started on the season.

[Blinky]

Out of curiosity - does anyone know of any decent tennis instructors in the Vancouver (preferably East Van or Burnaby) area? I want to start learning the sport so was looking into some beginner/novice type instruction. Any recommendations or is the best bet to just hit up the local community centre and see what they offer?

Bump for this :fullofwin:

Any updates or recommendations for instruction in Vancouver? I want to learn the sport, and I want to learn the sport with a good foundation of fundamentals, rather than developing bad habits that I'll have to unlearn later.

Given that I've little other than pick up a racquet when I was a kid, are there suggestions for group vs individual coaching?

Thanks!

[G]

Good weather for Tennis these few days :fullofwin:

[dark0821]

where do people get their rackets stringed? does sports chek have a fair price?
yes i am a tennis noob =.=

(tried search... FUUU nth came up)

[TOS'd]

Tad's Sporting Goods

Phone: (604) 261-6540
Address: 8570 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6P4Z7

[ifihadar8]

Tad's Sporting Goods

Phone: (604) 261-6540
Address: 8570 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6P4Z7
Tads for sure I think it's about 27$ with purchase of strings.
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[wasabisashimi]

Anyone play tennis in central park or coquitlam area regularly?,, Looking for social drop in, or pick up doubles game.

Looking to play with more experienced /skilled players, and not beginner/learners.

[InvisibleSoul]

For stringing, try this guy out:

http://www.allcourtstringing.com/

$10 labour, and he has all sorts of different string.

He's a USRSA Certified Master Racquet Technician and he's operating a home-based business... which means he's a lot more flexible than going to stores. I just got a couple racquets strung and picked it up last night at 9pm.

One day turnaround, and sometimes he can even string it while you wait.

He's located near Broadway and Nanaimo.

Tell him Stan sent you! :D

[TOS'd]

Summer bump.

I'm noob once again, like a 1.0 lol

[G]

Whipped up some solid 1st serves... but, as a result, my shoulder always bugs me. I am currently running a Flat/American Twist first serve. Anyone know why my shoulder is beginning to bother me?

[PK6o4*]

played today in the evening, but the mosquitos were coming out so we kept it to 1 set, still a 6-3 win :D
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[yameen]

anyone up for playing tennis today?

[TOS'd]

^ Level and where at?

[yameen]

sorry i forgot to check back this thread. i'm around a solid 3.5. lets play next weekend if i'm available. again, sorry to leave this thread hanging.

[SB7]

Also looking for more people to play tennis with in Richmond, south arm tennis courts are pretty good but anywhere is fine. I'm around a 3-3.5 shoot me a pm if your interested!
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[TOS'd]

sorry i forgot to check back this thread. i'm around a solid 3.5. lets play next weekend if i'm available. again, sorry to leave this thread hanging.

Also looking for more people to play tennis with in Richmond, south arm tennis courts are pretty good but anywhere is fine. I'm around a 3-3.5 shoot me a pm if your interested!
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Cool, so we are all around the same level it seems. what area do you play at, yameen?

[TOS'd]

Anyone still play? lol

[G]

I do!
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[TOS'd]

Lets get 2 others and play some doubles matches.

[snowball]

I play on weekends 12-2 at Q.E./champlain or at BCIT weekdays after 3 if anyone wants to hit. I should be 3.5.

[G]

I would be down, but lately I probably won't be playing that much anymore, also, transiting with tennis bag is a bitch ! Haha. I would be down if it was close like port moody/coq/burnaby.
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[wasabisashimi]

Something to stir up interest:
Tennis Has a Steroid Problem (http://tennishasasteroidproblem.blogspot.com/)

And i am a huge Nadal fan, I am shocked to what I have read in this blog

[TOS'd]

I play on weekends 12-2 at Q.E./champlain or at BCIT weekdays after 3 if anyone wants to hit. I should be 3.5.

Weekends at 12-2 seems good. Would be sunday for me.

[TOS'd]

Bump.

Anyone a part of a tennis club?

[SB7]

Lets start a Revscene tennis club/tournament this spring/summer
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[TOS'd]

^ I'm down.

Been looking at some clubs to join. Leaning towards Richmond Tennis Club, since their membership fee isnt outragously high.

[InvisibleSoul]

I haven't played in like six weeks now... getting the itch to start playing again. Especially now that the pros are starting up the new year... Australian Open starting next week!

[toyobaru]

I am interested in playing sometime with you guys, I'm about a 4-4.5 (once I'm in rhythm lol)

[InvisibleSoul]

That's where I would rate myself as well... between 4.0 and 4.5.

[TOS'd]

Wow you guys so pro, i would be like 3.5 once i get back into playing.

[Tim Budong]

STILL watching Djokovic and Nadal
5hrs and counting
RAFA beasted the 4th set to force the 5th and just WOW WOW WOW

[SB7]

Money is on Djokovic...
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[Tim Budong]

And Djokovic BEASTED after break...
FUCKING EPIC MATCH...
it woulda been even more epic if RAFA could force the tiebreak again

[SB7]

^God must have answered his prayers late in that final set. Nadal crushed that backhand at deuce but it hit the net. Kudos to both players for a great match though!
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[pastarocket]

The Djokovic and Nadal Aussie Open finals match was epic!

[InvisibleSoul]

I'm surprised at how many people stayed up all night to watch it, including some that are hardly even tennis fans. I watched it to the end for sure.

[InvisibleSoul]

Anyone planning to go watch the Davis Cup?

Rosters have been announced:

Canada - Raonic, Pospisil, Dancevic, Nestor
France - Tsonga, Monfils, Benneteau, Llodra

Most likely the Friday session singles matches will have Raonic and Pospisil for Canada, and Tsonga and Monfils for France.

For the Saturday doubles, Nestor is guaranteed for Canada, as is Llodra for France. Don't know who their partners will be though.

Sunday is the unknown. Depends on the results from Friday and Saturday. I would hope and think that Raonic and one of Tsonga and Monfils will play, but Dancevic and Benneteau might be thrown into the mix.

[wasabisashimi]

Anyone planning to go watch the Davis Cup?

Rosters have been announced:

Canada - Raonic, Pospisil, Dancevic, Nestor
France - Tsonga, Monfils, Benneteau, Llodra

Most likely the Friday session singles matches will have Raonic and Pospisil for Canada, and Tsonga and Monfils for France.

For the Saturday doubles, Nestor is guaranteed for Canada, as is Llodra for France. Don't know who their partners will be though.

Sunday is the unknown. Depends on the results from Friday and Saturday. I would hope and think that Raonic and one of Tsonga and Monfils will play, but Dancevic and Benneteau might be thrown into the mix.

tickets are like 200$ cheapest isnt it?,

[TOS'd]

Im dying to play..

[InvisibleSoul]

tickets are like 200$ cheapest isnt it?,
Nah... you can find tickets on Craigslist for about $100.

I managed to buy some presale for $30. I'm going both Friday and Sunday. :D

[yameen]

just bought the youtek ig radical mp. playing with it tonight.

[pastarocket]

Great win for John Isner at the Indian Wells semi final match today.

Big John breaks into the top 10 by defeating no. 1 player Djokovic.

-wish I had his booming serve. 143mph (228 KM) ace against Novak. SICK.

Federer vs. Nadal in the second semi-final.

[InvisibleSoul]

I'd take Raonic's serve over Isner's anyday.

[yameen]

tennis anyone?

[Richmond69er]

where can i go with my girlfriend to get lessons?

thanks (richmond area)

[pastarocket]

Go Raonic go! Rocket Raonic defeats Andy Murray 6-4, 7-6 to advance to the semifinals of the clay court tournament in Barcelona. This is his sixth victory over a top 10 player.

He hammered in 14 aces.

If Raonic stays healthy, I can see him going into the top 15, maybe 10 soon.

Raonic knocks off Andy Murray on clay at Barcelona (http://www.tsn.ca/tennis/story/?id=394387)

[kchansan]

where can i go with my girlfriend to get lessons?

thanks (richmond area)

you can go to steveston community center. They have good coaches there.

[pastarocket]

Has anyone used a synthetic string with the brand name Luxilon? I hear from Tennis magazine that many of top men's players use Luxilon string for better control and topspin.

[toyobaru]

Can anyone recommend me a good string and tension setting that will help me generate A LOT of spin. Currently I am using a Prince Exo 3 Team Black with Babolat RPM Blast strings set at 53lbs.

[pastarocket]

Congrats to Nadal for winning his record seventh French Open title! An amazing win by Rafa. -played his aggressive game, and overcame the rain delays and the muddy clay to beat the no. 1 men's player Djokovic. Vamos Rafa!

An epic men's final at the French. -hope to see these guys play in the Wimbledon final.

Nadal Wins French Open Final 2012 -Highlights - Novak Djokovic v Rafael Nadal Roland Garros - YouTube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l792bDuQyso&feature=related

The french open 2012 last minute taking picture ceremony Novak Djokovic - Rafael Nadal - YouTube

[canuckfan72]

Has anyone used a synthetic string with the brand name Luxilon? I hear from Tennis magazine that many of top men's players use Luxilon string for better control and topspin.

Can anyone recommend me a good string and tension setting that will help me generate A LOT of spin. Currently I am using a Prince Exo 3 Team Black with Babolat RPM Blast strings set at 53lbs.

Hey, the strings I have been playing with for awhile now are called Luxilon Alu Rough, and I string them at 55lbs. The strings are great and provide me with the spin and control I need to hit with confidence. I'd recommend them to anyone to try, however the strings and tension are more based upon personal preference I find.

[wasabisashimi]

I've heard low tension = more power, tighter tension= more bite, more spin. Anyways, It should be personal preference and your skill level. If you can normally play with so much top spin, you can lower tension to increase fire power. If you are older, you cant handle the harsh tight string, so mid 50 lb tension is fine.

[G]

IT'S TENNIS WEATHER PEOPLE WOOOO :D

Gonna try to sneak a 8am outdoor session on Friday, hopefully it's not too cold...

[SkippyLang]

Anyone watching the women's final tomorrow morning? I have the basic Telus TV package and I can't find the channel that'll show the final. Help?

[InvisibleSoul]

It's TSN that's showing it. In past years, it was NBC, but apparently ESPN got the rights starting this year, and TSN gets to piggyback that.

[hal0g0dv2]

Solid win big 17 now

[pastarocket]

Well done Roger! Federer ties Sampras in winning 7 Wimbledon titles and regains the no. 1 ranking.

-Greatest men's tennis player of all time? A great athlete and role model for tennis players. -plays the game like a gentleman and is gracious in his victory speeches. -even said to Andy Murray at the trophy ceremony that "he'll win at least one Grand Slam."

-other tennis champions, cough cough Serena Williams take note about how to act like a good sport in victory and defeat.

Federer is a tennis god! 17 Grand slam titles and counting.

-really hope he wins an Olympic gold medal for Switzerland, and of course, another U.S. Open championship. :fullofwin:

[SkippyLang]

Can I get some recommendations on tennis shoes? All I know is that they give you more support and stability than normal running shoes, but I'm not sure what to look for or where to get them.

[G]

I've seen a lot of people wear adidas barricades. I've never tried them myself but it seems like a shoe you can't go wrong with since most players use them.

[pastarocket]

Can I get some recommendations on tennis shoes? All I know is that they give you more support and stability than normal running shoes, but I'm not sure what to look for or where to get them.

Try Tad's in South Granville. They have a good selection of tennis shoes and knowledge staff who know the game well.

If you're looking for a lightweight, tennis shoe with good support, you might consider the Nike Zoom Vapor 9 tour shoe that Nadal wears.

[hal0g0dv2]

Well done Roger! Federer ties Sampras in winning 7 Wimbledon titles and regains the no. 1 ranking.

-Greatest men's tennis player of all time? A great athlete and role model for tennis players. -plays the game like a gentleman and is gracious in his victory speeches. -even said to Andy Murray at the trophy ceremony that "he'll win at least one Grand Slam."

-other tennis champions, cough cough Serena Williams take note about how to act like a good sport in victory and defeat.

Federer is a tennis god! 17 Grand slam titles and counting.

-really hope he wins an Olympic gold medal for Switzerland, and of course, another U.S. Open championship. :fullofwin:

yes a gold medal would be sweet

[SkippyLang]

Try Tad's in South Granville. They have a good selection of tennis shoes and knowledge staff who know the game well.

If you're looking for a lightweight, tennis shoe with good support, you might consider the Nike Zoom Vapor 9 tour shoe that Nadal wears.

Any idea how much they usually cost?

[skiiipi]

Just a heads up, all tennis racuqets are buy one get one half price at Sportchek....the bigger stores (richmond/metro) actually have some very nice players frames.
It includes item already marked down, I picked up two Prince Speedport Black for $99.99 + bogo, so $150 for both -10% for "A-list"...so that $135+tax for 2 racuqets that normally cost $200 each frame only, did I mention these came strung too?

[InvisibleSoul]

Can I get some recommendations on tennis shoes? All I know is that they give you more support and stability than normal running shoes, but I'm not sure what to look for or where to get them.

Another huge factor for tennis shoes is their durability. You take regular sneakers, and if you're actually trying to play tennis for real, you'll murder those shoes in no time. Tennis shoes generally have much more durable rubber and extra reinforcements at locations that tend to drag on the court.

I personally read a lot of user reviews on Tennis Warehouse. I use some lower end Nike tennis shoes that work really well for me. They don't give me blisters or jam my toes, and that's the most important.

Been using these the last couple seasons:
Nike Air Court Mo IV White/Black/Silver Men's Shoe (http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Nike_Air_Court_Mo_IV_White_Black_Silver/descpageMSNIKE-NCMIVWB.html)

Was down in Portland a couple weekends ago, and wandered into a Dick's Sporting Goods and found the exact same shoe I've been wearing for $50, so I ended up buying another pair!

[etodac]

Recommendation for a new tennis racket? I'm more advanced, not like super good. I'm thinking about the Babolat Aero Pro Drive series, but I'm not sure about the difference between the ones in that series itself.

[G]

Blx series seems to be one of the better ones that compares to high end babolats, check them out.

[etodac]

^ In what ways?

[InvisibleSoul]

You can go to the new All Court Stringing store and demo some racquets to see what feels good for you.

Tennis, Badminton, Squash and Racquetball Racquet Stringing & Customization | Vancouver, North and West Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Richmond, Surrey, Fraser Valley | All-Court Stringing (http://allcourtstringing.com/)

[chince]

^agreed. Everyone responds differently to each racquet. You need to find the racquet that suits you.

[Leopold Stotch]

^ In what ways?

When comparing the blx pro opens to the babolats its usually against the aerodrives. What I've read from online reviews is that the feel and hits are better with the aero. But overall the blx is more forgiving and easier to play with.

Sportchek has the blx pro open strung for $150

[toyobaru]

2013 BUMP!

What a great win by Novak last night! Are you guys ready and prepped for the 2013 season of tennis.

I just picked up a Head Graphene Speed Pro and Youtek IG Speed MP, both Novak's racquets. All strung with Babolat blast rpms at 57lbs. Any new gear for you guys this year?
Any tournaments anyone hitting?

[Matsuda]

i still have some of my dad's racquets in storage lol, we'll play again this spring

[TOS'd]

Wanting to pick up a new racquet for this year. I've had my current Babolat for 5-6 years, haha.

[pure.life]

The firework delay in this years Australian Open final is unprofessional. Who schedules fireworks during a Grand Slam?

[pastarocket]

-hoping to see a five set match between defending champ Djokovic and Murray. That would be an epic men's final.

My favorite Federer had a chance to get into the Aussie Open final only if he defeated Tsonga in straight sets. That five set match against the Frenchman really hurt Roger's chances to win this Grand Slam. -would have been difficult to him to win two five set matches back to back.

[SB7]

Reviving this thread, man Wimbledon this year was fuckeddd.

On another note, wasn't there a thread about tennis meetups? Looking for new people to play with, intermediate level preferred!

[urrh]

yeah, wimbledon is full of upsets this year. gotta be something with the grass.

also, i'd like to play some new people too

[vixroar]

I'm free to play most days. I'm between a 3.0 and 3.5 but my serve is a 2.0, so I mostly just rally lol

The Sharapova v. De Brito match was hilarious. The world #1 loudest grunter vs world #2 loudest grunter lol.

Sexy Sharapova vs. Hot Larcher De Brito, the ULTIMATE HORNY SCREAMING FIGHT!!! - YouTube

[SB7]

I'm gonna be at south arm hitting today between 7-9ish

Currently watching the djokovic/berdych game :D
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[urrh]

The Sharapova v. De Brito match was hilarious. The world #1 loudest grunter vs world #2 loudest grunter lol.

Sexy Sharapova vs. Hot Larcher De Brito, the ULTIMATE HORNY SCREAMING FIGHT!!! - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFSK6Qb4dlM)

which is why sharapova is completely unwatchable

[HonestTea]

One of the funniest shit I've read all week!

From Twitter:
@UnlawfulExile: BREAKING: Scotland's Andy Murray loses the first two sets, but England's Andy Murray comes back to win the following three sets.
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[SB7]

PM me your # if you want to hit. I'm free to hit in most places but prefer to keep it in Richmond/Vancouver or maybe Delta.

I'm about a 3.5-4.0 with a good consistent serve and am considered a pretty good rally partner for levels 3.0 and above!

[pastarocket]

-hoping for a Djokovic vs. Murray final at Wimbledon. The Brits' big yearning for a British champion at the All England Club.

[etodac]

Any recommendations on overgrip? Planning on going to sportchek to get it.

Link: Sport Chek - Search Results (http://www.sportchek.ca/search/index.jsp?kwCatId=&kw=overgrip&origkw=overgrip&sr=1)

[yameen]

how's everyones tennis season so far? all the tourneys just finished. did anyone join? i'm available next week if anyone wants to hit. i'm around 3.5-4.0

[pastarocket]

Who's watching the Rogers Cup semi-final between Raonic and Pospisil? -should be a good match of two big servers. Bring the Rogers Cup to Canada!

[LUUUUUUUU]

Raonic heading to the finals to face Djokovic/Nadal
what a crazy semi-finals match against Posposil, that was close

[G]

Anyone ever use any websites to buy tennis rackets? If so, which sites and how was it? The only site I had heard of was tennis-warehouse but I have never had experiences with them.

[d1]

Anybody interested in a game today? I'm available to hit in vancouver/Burnaby/richmond

[steinfeld]

Anyone interested playing in Richmond? I'm about a 3.0 with a 2.5 serve. PM me :)

[pastarocket]

Woo hoo! Go Genie! -great day for Canadian tennis history. Bouchard becomes the first Canadian women in Open Era to go to a Grand Slam final!

She's got a good chance against Kvitova.

Hope those Aussies of Genie Army threw her a teddy bear on Centre court, :toot:

Bring home the Wimbledon trophy Genie!

[HonestTea]

GENIE!

[PiuYi]

kvitova's got genie's number :(

[K-bad]

Any indoor players? Shoot me a PM! 3.5-4.0

[midnight_r]

anyone 4.5 and up want to play? PM me

[TOS'd]

^ too good for me, I'd play but it probably wouldn't be fun for you.

Looking for 3.5 people. I've always played tennis, just never dedicated much time to being serious, but I'm trying to get out more this summer. Van/Bby usually.

[elite_baller46]

any one wanna play with me. I play pretty good. right now I have a shitty raket. someone will selling me a raket or lend one to me. and i'll bring a hot bitch

[pastarocket]

Way to go Raonic! Milos plays in his first Grand Slam final. :thumbsup:

I'm a big fan of Federer. -so hard to see Roger play that eighth game of the fourth set so bad. He was undefeated in Wimbledon semi finals, 10/10, until today.

This was Roger's best chance to win his eighth Wimbledon title with Djokovic eliminated. :tears:

Roger looks like he has a lower body injury after he asked the trainer twice for treatment.

If Raonic keeps serving bombs and playing his strong volleys, he has a chance to beat Murray on Sunday.

McEnroe is definitely helping Milos with his mental preparation and volley game. Johnny Mac the coach. :troll:

[howmanylettersc]

Did anyone watch the final? Good run by Raonic, but not surprised Murray won in straight sets. His defense was too strong for Raonic's monster serves.

[pastarocket]

Did anyone watch the final? Good run by Raonic, but not surprised Murray won in straight sets. His defense was too strong for Raonic's monster serves.

I saw the first two sets. Murray played a clean game with only 12 errors in the match. Andy's return of serve is so good. Raonic only had 8 aces in the match. Murray returned a serve from Raonic that was hit at 140mph.

McEnroe, one of Milos' coaches, kept making comments on Raonic needing to serve more serves right at Murray. Raonic was only broken once in the match but did not serve at the body enough. Milos played a tentative second set tiebreak with backhand errors and weak volleys.

[yameen]

tennis anyone? i'm about a 3.5-4.0