Changing to Penhold

Strokes

Sam Evans
Sam Evans Asked 11 years ago

Hi Alois;

Recently I was messing about with a friend and had a go playing penhold and found my shots were stronger and more consistent than shakehand; even to my surprise my backhand. I am 16, so I can still improve so should I make the change?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Sam,

Give it a try.  You can experiment with it for a month and then see.  Sometimes when we change something like the grip we play with less expectations and more freedom so things may seem to go well.  It is important to test this over a slightly longer period of tie to see if it is really better.


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Sam Evans

Sam Evans Posted 11 years ago

Thank you; I will try that :)


louie toledo

louie toledo Posted 11 years ago

Hi Alois!

What is the right rubber for quick penhold attacker like me? Should I use SHORT PIMPLED RUBBER or PIPS-IN RUBBER?

Thanks!


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago

Hi Louie,

You can use either.  If you like to hit the ball flat and fast then the short pips could be OK.  If you want to generate spin then the pips in is better.  Not many top penhold players use short pimples now.


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