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    13womersleyj New Member

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    Hi,

    Just in the process of buying a new headlight doubles racket. I ideally would like it to be about medium flex. The two I've narrowed it down to are the babolat x-feel lite and mantis 82 pro. I cannot find a review on any of these two rackets but they both meet my requirements. Any suggestions or any experience with any of these two rackets? By the way, I'm 15. And not a beginner, but not a pro either!

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    You're already using an MX60, so how about BS12?
     
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    I was looking for a headlight racket as I wanted a more manoeuvrability at the net. I've heard great things about that racket though!

    Thanks
     
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    I was also looking at a racket around 82g or less
     
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    If your MX60 is a 3U, then a 4U BS12 will be quite good for you.

    Why are you looking at 82g in particular?
     
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    Well, at our club we had a Victor sales rep. I tried out some of the lighter rackets and I played better around the net. I really liked the feel of a lighter racket.
     
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    Consider the 4u BS12.

    You just have to keep in mind that you don't want it too light and head light or else it'll compromise your backcourt shots.
     
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    Ok, thanks, I'll bear that in mind. What are the best places to buy rackets in general? would you know where to buy a 4U BS12?

    Thanks a lot
     
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    Where you are, try Mark Appleton or Paul Stewart. They're on the forum.
     
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    OK thanks for you help!
     
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    carlton ignite rapid is a lighter racket with a medium shaft.
     
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    Thanks, I'll check it our
     
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