1. Ignore advertising about rackets. Rackets are a personal decision. Pick up that feels right from the get go.
2. Demo the racket and decide if it suits every part of your game.
3. Don't get a racket with the plan that you will get used to it. Trust your instincts and get one which feels right.
4. Realize that type of strings and the string tension can have a huge impact on how a racket performs and how it feels in your hand.
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