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Sports365: Tennis Racquet Buyer’s Guide - 30 Sep 2013 12:26

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Choosing the right table tennis racquet is essential to improve your game. You should buy a racquet which enables improvement of strokes. This does not necessarily mean the most expensive racquet. The racquet must be able to enhance performance rather than hold you back. These are some basic yet useful guidelines that will make the task of buying a racquet easier.
Before buying a racquet the player must decide if he/she is going to be an offense or defense player. This will enable him/her to pick the right kind of racquet.

Playing style Offense Defense

Number of plies 1 ply or 5-7 ply 3-5 ply

Blade weight Heavy Light

Blade size Small Big

Sponge thickness Thick Thin

Handle type Flaired handle Straight handle

BLADE COMPOSITION

A table tennis racquet mainly comprises of a blade (the wooden part of the racquet) and the rubbers (which cover the blade on both sides).

Number of plies

When it comes to blades, the number of plies and their hardness give different characteristics to the effect the blade has on impact with the ball. The plies vary from one to seven. The number of plies will affect speed and control. The defensive players use 3-ply and some 5-ply soft blades, which give a greater emphasis to ball control while the offensive players use 5-ply and 7-ply
Hard blades. Offensive players also use extremely fast 1-ply blades.

Playing style Offense Defense
Number of plies 1 ply or 5-7 ply 3-5 ply

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Table Tennis Rackets

Blade material

According to Table Tennis Laws 85% of the of the blade by thickness must be natural wood, so this gives manufacturers some leeway to include layers made of such material as carbon fiber, aralyte, or glass fiber. These materials have different effects- carbon is said to give the ball greater speed, and it also ensures better weight distribution and a larger sweet spot. The downside to carbon ply is that it gives less control. Aralyte is meant to also increase the size of the sweet spot, but is supposed to dampen vibration and give a softer feel than carbon.

Weight and size of the blade

Lighter blade

With a lighter blade, the speed is more and racquet movement is easier. These blades are perfect for players who play close to the table and hit the ball hard. On the other hand the heavier blades give a greater spin and speed to the ball and high stability for a block. A light blade, on the other hand, allows you to hit the ball quickly, but it does not allow you to use the level of force you might get with a heavier blade.

Heavier blade

A table tennis blade will allow you to hit the ball with incredible force, but it will also slow down your response time. Most players compromise on this issue and choose a blade that is somewhere in the middle.

Another important factor is the size of the body. The defense players prefer blades with a large body so they can take as much advantage as possible of the large body area. On the other hand, the offensive players favor blades with a small body because they have a smaller surface area and thus offer less resistance to the air.

Playing style Offense Defense
Blade weight Heavy Light
Blade size Small Big

SPONGE THICKNESS

Sponge thickness affects spin, speed and control of the ball. There are basically two types of thickness-

Thin sponge

A thin sponge gives better control (block and push) and less speed than a thick sponge. Thinner sponge gives more control and feels harder because the ball sinks deeper to the wood. Many defensive players use sponge that is 1.0-2.0mm. For senior citizens, kids, and all beginners, a light racket is recommended. Having 1.0-2.0mm sponge will help keep the racket light. If a player is looking for more control, a thinner sponge from 1.7mm-2.0mm is suitable.

Thick sponge

A thick sponge is faster and provides more spin because it gives more of a trampoline effect. The cons of a thick sponge are that it does not provide much control, and it is also heavier. Most offensive players use sponge that is at least 2.0mm. For an increased offense style a racquet with 2.1mm+ is recommended.

Playing style Offense Defense
Sponge thickness Thick sponge Thin sponge

HANDLE TYPE

When choosing a grip, there are a few things to take into consideration. Usually, players with a strong forehand prefer flared handles. Flared handles will give a player a better grip while executing the forehand stroke. Players who have a strong backhand prefer straight handles, since this usually gives them better flexibility on the backhand stroke. Defense players who constantly twiddle the racquet (the practice of turning the racquet around whilst playing table tennis, in order to change which side of the racquet hits the ball) also prefer straight handles.

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Some players prefer to use an anatomic handle; this handle is similar to the flared handle, except that it slightly bulges in the middle of the handle. It is also known as a double flared handle.

Playing style Offense Defense
Handle type Flared handle Straight handle

CONTROL RATING

Control rating is another important thing to look for while buying a racquet. Blades with high control ratings are easier to use for steady, consistent play. Blades high in control are usually lower in speed. Conversely blades with a low control rating give more speed.

Sports365 can help you buy a good table tennis racquet based on your requirements. We deal with brands like Stiga, Butterfly, Artengo and Donic. Visit our website http://www.sports365.in/ for more details. - Comments: 0

Btwin Rockrider 5.3 Sports Bicycles and Cycling Accessories Online - 20 Sep 2013 13:18

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This latest model in the Rockrider series is suitable for novice as well as intermediate level mountain bikers. The 600mm handlebar on the Rockrider 5.3 is a great advantage as it helps you maintain better balance and control while moving across uneven paths. The Btwin Rockrider 5.3 Bicycles comes with a very good suspension which allows maximum comfort. Having a lightweight frame is an added plus point. The frame as such is designed such that it is light and responsive. The disc brakes are effective and powerful which make coming to a halt even in muddy surfaces effortless. The Rockrider 5.3 has a 9 speed SRAM X-5 shifters which provides a high quality feel.

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Btwin Short Road 7

Btwin is one of the most well known brands when it comes to cycles and cycling accessories. The Btwin Short Road 7 is one of the best cycling shorts available for men. The Btwin short road 7 is designed to reduce chafing while cycling and give maximum comfort while cycling on rugged terrain. The flexible, fitting material ensures that maximum efficiency while pedaling is achieved, by reducing air resistance. It also wicks perspiration very well. Made of a combination of spandex, polyamide and polyurethane, this is one of the most widely used cycling shorts.

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Btwin is one of the most reputed cycling brands worldwide. It is known for designing innovative, affordable and trendy cycling products. This brand offers entire gamut of cycling products like bicycles, mountain bikes, urban bikes, road bikes, hybrid bikes, cycling clothing, cycle accessories, cycling helmet and many more. Sports365 is an authorized seller of Btwin products in India and offers the widest assortment of genuine Btwin cycling products online at great discounts.

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Basketball Buyer’s Guide - 16 Sep 2013 10:32

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Narrowing down on the kind of basketball to buy is quite simple once you have a clear idea of what the different kinds available are. You can match this with your style of play and other requirements. There is a vast number of brands that you can choose from and also a big variety of colors and designs when it comes to basketball. You can stick to the regular, old school brown ones or pick something more fancy looking like that of the recent NBA range from Spalding. You can buy basketballs online on Sports365.

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Spalding NBA series

Kinds of basketballs

Leather basketball – The outer surface on these basketballs is 100% genuine leather in most cases. Due to this they tend to be more expensive. They can be used only on indoor surfaces as dirt, and the abrasiveness of the outdoor surface will ruin it quickly. Leather basketballs have to be “broken in” to achieve proper grip and control. This kind of basketball is recommended for recreational play.

Composite/ Synthetic leather basketball – When compared to leather basketballs, composite basketballs are more durable. They do not have to be broken in are can maintain itself better during a game. This kind is also not as expensive as leather basketballs, and another advantage is that it can be used both indoors as well as outdoors.

Rubber basketballs – These are the most durable kind, and are ideal for the wear and tear seen on outdoor basketball. They can be used on indoor courts as well. Rubber basketballs are the least expensive of the lot.

A couple of other things that you should know about basketballs:

Channeling – There are two kinds of channeling – narrow and wide. Wide channeling is much
better because it gives the player more control and grip.
Bladder of the basketball – The bladder of is the part which retains air. Butyl bladders have lower levels of air leakage in comparison to the latex bladders, and therefore are best suited for outdoor/ hard surfaces. For those who might play on a grassy surface basketballs that have a latex bladder.

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Buy basketballs Shoes and Basketball accessories online.

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Most Essential Cycling Accessories - 09 Sep 2013 15:37

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Cycling has been gaining popularity in the last couple of years, not only as a hobby but also as a means to commute to and from work. If you plan to join this bandwagon of cyclists, there are some essential cycling accessories that you just cannot do without. They not only ensure your safety but also make for a more comfortable and smooth cycling experience.

Safety accessories

Helmet – The standard accessory that every cyclist must have is a helmet. When buying a helmet, your first consideration should be how it fits rather than the style of the helmet. A good helmet should fit correctly without any gap between it and your head. Different cycling style require different kinds of helmets, such as sport or multi-use helmets which are used by those who choose cycling as a for f recreation. The second type is a road bike helmet which is designed to provide ample ventilation and is also lightweight. Lastly, the mountain bike helmet is made with an enhanced rear head coverage and secure fit to ensure that it stays on no matter the terrain.

Lights – This cycling accessory is a must have if you cycle at night. Front and rear lights must mainly to make you visible to others on the road, rather than to illuminate the way. Brands like Btwin make these kinds of lights. If you do not want to fix lights, an alternative is reflectors.

Locks – Having spent a fair amount on your bike you wouldn’t want it to get stolen. You can prevent this by buying a sturdy lock for it. You can either get a combination lock or a regular lock which can be opened with a key. Both these kinds of locks are made by Btwin.

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Btwin Cycling Helmet

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2. Bike maintenance accessories

Bike pumps – These days bike pumps are quite user friendly. However, before purchasing one ensure that it is compatible with the valve of your cycle tyres. Be aware of the correct tyre pressure for your cycle before filling air.

Repair kits – A repair kit a very important cycling accessory. There are small kits that will fit in the saddle bag of you cycle, and there are bigger ones with more tools which you can keep at home for more crucial repairs. Btwin has a variety of such repair kits which can be found on our online store.

Btwin 04L Saddle Bag Repair Kit

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Btwin repair kit.

3. Other accessories

Mudguards – Fitting mudguards to your bike is a wise idea as it will prevent water and mud from sticking on the tyres. Most mudguards are easy to install, they can be clipped on to the tyres of the cycle.

Water bottle holder – If you are going to be cycling for a long duration, it is always good to stay hydrated. Carry sufficient water with you. By clipping on a water bottle holder to the frame of your bike, it will be easily accessible and you can also make sure that it doesn’t come off while cycling.

Btwin is one of the best brands when it comes to cycling accessories from helmets to repair kits and lights. Apart from cycling accessories you can also shop for the best mountain bikes and road bikes from a number of top brands like Cannondale, Trek and many more on sports365. Shop with us an avail amazing discounts, and keep watch out for our contests and offers! - Comments: 0


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