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Viking Low Bounce warm weather platform tennis ball now available!

Published on 2012-03-25 07:32:00

Welcome to the newest platform tennis ball on the market! Designed for a more controlled bounce in warm weather conditions, the Viking Low Bounce summer ball will extend your paddle season! > read more

Racquetball Grip Review - Rubber Grips versus wrap style grips and more

Published on 2012-01-26 20:12:00

When it comes to regripping your racquet there is a definite thought process to go through to determine the grip that will be best for you. Even once you narrow it down it may take a couple of different installs until you get the grip that feels best in the hand and performs best even once the hand starts perspiring.Grips can be broken into two main varieties:Slip on racquetball grips - one piece rubber tube style grips that slide over the handle with the use of glue or other lubricant. Very g [..] > read more

Wilson Slash BLX Paddle Review

Published on 2011-10-18 15:54:00

Another favorite for Platform Tennis, Beach and Paddle Tennis, the Wilson Slash BLX is a unique member of the Wilson paddle lineup in that it has a high density (firm) core. Most of Wilson's line-up has the Smart Density core which is dual density (soft and firm layers sandwiched together). Because the Slash BLX paddle has a single density core you get a true, solid, non-mushy feel when the ball hits the face of the paddle.Pros and Cons of the High Density CoreOf course there always pros and [..] > read more

Wilson Power BLX Paddle Review

Published on 2011-09-09 18:36:00

For Platform Tennis, Paddle or Beach Tennis, the Wilson BLX Power paddle has proved to be a sure bet for many levels of players who like the feel of some weight behind their swing, without feeling too head heavy. (If you like a featherweight, this isn't the paddle for you.) Especially for platform tennis where the significant weight of the ball can push around a lighter paddle, the Power BLX resists twisting under the impact of the ball and provides a stable, yet relatively easy-swinging answe [..] > read more

Gnarly News - Wilson introduces Gator Grit on Paddles for 2011

Published on 2011-06-17 12:05:00

We're very excited about the new 2012 paddle lineup from Wilson for availability in August 2011. Wilson is going forward with the super successful BLX technologies in the 2010 paddles but replacing the True Grit on the paddle faces with th > read more

Wilson K Lite Racquetball Racquet will help maximize your swing speed

Published on 2011-05-31 07:16:00

Racquetball players know that typically the lighter and more powerful the racquet, the higher the price. Well here's an exception to the rule that is both game enhancing and wallet friendly. Wilson's KLite Racquetball Racquet is a 155 gra > read more

Tip: Easy way to install your Racquetball Wrist Tether

Published on 2011-03-15 09:02:00

We are often asked how we install a wrist tether into the handle of a racquetball racquet. It can be a bit fussy, especially on certain racquetball racquets like E-Force racquets where there is a tiny opening for the tether. Here are > read more

New Ashaway PowerNick 19 - the thinnest squash string ever

Published on 2011-02-17 11:20:00

Ashaway Racket Strings has introduced PowerNick19, the thinnest string ever to grace a squash racquet. The new 1.05 mm string utilizes a monofilament core, based on a special formulation developed for Ashaway by Zyex Limited. Designed to provide impr > read more

7 Tips for a Healthy Week on and off the Court

Published on 2011-01-11 12:13:00

Could you use a few simple techniques to help you feel more refreshed from Monday to Sunday? Couldn’t we all? Tip 1 – Start your day with a stretch in bed!Before getting out of bed in the morning, lie on your back and gently pull one knee into th > read more

Playing in pain? Is it tennis elbow?

Published on 2011-01-09 10:27:00

Read about tennis elbow and other common conditions affecting players of court sports and what you can do about it. Can tennis injuries be prevented?What is tennis elbow?Recommended stretches for tennis elbowShop for elbow supports and tennis elbow > read more

Wilson Beach Warrior Paddle Review

Published on 2010-11-12 11:09:00

Really, a palm tree? Okay, okay, so it's marketed toward our west coast and southern friends playing paddle tennis and beach tennis. But why not use it for Platform Tennis? Why there is simply no reason at all! Lots of folks are doing it!'Beach Bo > read more

Paddle Shoe Review - K-Swiss Ultrascendor

Published on 2010-10-06 12:24:00

What makes this shoe so perfect for paddle?The fact that the Ultrascendor has been our top-selling paddle shoe the last few years for both men and women gives us plenty of customer feedback to share (as well as our own 2 cents!). The most important > read more

Platform Tennis Ball & Paddle Ball Review for 2011

Published on 2010-09-09 19:46:00

Hmmm, which paddle ball should I buy?For those of you who are new to platform tennis, you should know that the balls are sold in sleeves of three. They are heavier than a tennis ball, with a rubber core and a very short pile layer of felt-like fuzz > read more

Get your Pickleball Gear Here!

Published on 2010-08-03 15:15:00

NEW at Bell Racquet Sports...Pickleball paddles, balls and gear. Featuring S-Type paddles made in the USA! Check it out here http://www.bellracquetsports.com/store.asp?pid=31892 > read more

Shoe Review...K-Swiss Speedster for Men

Published on 2010-06-30 19:11:00

Super hot, lightweight, ultra-cool shoe!With an easy fit, this lightweight shoe provides great stability and the real surprise? The durability. As well suited to the all-court grinder as to the recreational player. Somehow, this shoe is just a lot > read more

Babolat RPM Blast string review

Published on 2010-06-09 21:06:00

What is it and who should use it?Why all the hype??? Rafa uses it!!! Here's what Racquet Sports Industry Magazine says...RPM Blast (Revolutions Per Minute) is a monofilament string that gives players more spin, more power and a unique feel at ball im > read more

Sneak preview...Wilson BLX Racquetball Racquets...Pre-Order 5/28

Published on 2010-05-12 21:04:00

By Bruce BellWe're eagerly awaiting the new line of Wilson racquetball racquets for 2011. BLX refers to the addition of Basalt fibers woven into the frame for a smoother signal reaching the hand and clean feedback for the perfect feel. Already a huge > read more

Want your racquetball racquet supercharged? Get in line!

Published on 2010-04-06 11:52:00

With a 24 hour turnaround, our service department is always hopping! Never had your racquet professionally serviced? Maybe it's time you consider it. If you've just gotten by with your factory strings, grip etc. and are ready to optimize your racquet > read more