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Upgrading My Racket

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Kyle Unknown
Kyle Unknown Asked 17 years ago
I currently use a recreational racket, probably cost 15 dollars. Will upgrading to a new more expensive bat/rubber improve my game?
Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 17 years ago

Hi Kyle,

It may do.  You don't need to get anything too expensive but maybe upgrade to a better Premade bat.  Look at spending no more than $90 or so.

Improvement I think more depends on your ability  to improve your own technique.

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Jeff Plumb

Member Badge Jeff Plumb from PingSkills Posted 17 years ago Latest

Hi Kyle,

The key to a good bat is to be able to generate some spin. The rubber must be grippy in order to do this. For people starting out, a pre-made bat is a good option as long as it is from a reputable Table Tennis brand.

Once you start to improve, we recommend getting a custom made bat as your second bat.

And as Alois said, the most important thing to concentrate on is your skills. So get yourself a decent bat that allows you to spin the ball and then focus entirely on improving your game.

Hope that helps.

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