Real Tennis Advice for Real Club Players
No sponsorships. No pro-player bias. Just honest gear reviews, practical how-to guides, and the kind of content that only makes sense if you’ve played a full match and still can’t explain why you lost. Written by a 25-year recreational player who gets it.
Best Tennis Socks in 2026: How to Stop Blisters and Keep Your Feet Comfortable
The right socks prevent blisters, absorb impact and keep your feet dry. Here’s what to look for in tennis socks and which types to consider.
November 3, 2026
Best Tennis Hats, Caps and Visors in 2026: Sun Protection That Actually Stays On
Caps, visors or bucket hats? Here’s how to choose a tennis hat that blocks glare, handles sweat and stays put when you move.
October 27, 2026
Best Tennis Wristbands and Headbands in 2026: Keep Sweat Out of Your Game
Sweat in your eyes or on your grip ruins points. Here’s what to look for in tennis wristbands and headbands, and which types are worth buying.
October 20, 2026
Indoor Tennis in Canada: How to Keep Playing Through Winter (2026 Guide)
Don’t take the winter off. Here’s how indoor tennis works in Canada, how to find a court, how to keep costs down and what to bring.
October 13, 2026
Best Tennis Gear for Cold Weather: How to Stay Warm and Keep Playing (2026)
Don’t hang up your racket when the temperature drops. Here’s what to wear, what to bring and how to adjust your game for cold-weather tennis.
October 10, 2026
Tennis Fitness for Recreational Players: How to Get Match-Fit Without Running Yourself Into the Ground (2026)
Most recreational tennis players approach fitness backwards. They either do nothing and wonder why they’re gassed after a third set, or they run 5K three … Read more
July 18, 2026
How to Return Serve Better: A Recreational Player’s Complete Guide (2026)
The return of serve is the second most important shot in recreational tennis — and the most neglected. Everyone practises their serve. Almost nobody practises … Read more
July 15, 2026
Best Tennis Sunscreen and Sun Protection for Outdoor Players (2026)
Tennis players are outside for two to three hours at a stretch, often between 10 AM and 4 PM when UV index peaks. We sweat … Read more
July 10, 2026
How to Play Tennis in the Rain (And When to Just Go Home)
Rain is the great saboteur of recreational tennis. You’ve booked the court, found a partner, driven across the city, and now it’s spitting. Do you … Read more
July 7, 2026
Latest merchandise
HEAD Speed MP 2026 Tennis Racquet
May 8, 2026
HEAD’s bestselling all-court racquet. Hy-bor technology, 100 sq in, 16×19. Intermediate to advanced.
HEAD Boom MP 2026 Tennis Racquet
May 8, 2026
HEAD’s power line for 2026. Hy-bor technology, 100 sq in, endorsed by Coco Gauff. Intermediate players.
Alien Pros Tennis Racket Overgrip Tape – Dry Feel (6-Pack)
May 8, 2026
Dry-feel PU overgrip, precut, wraps in under a minute. Anti-slip and absorbent. 6-pack.
Alien Pros Tennis Racket Overgrip Tape – Tac Moisture Feel (6-Pack)
May 8, 2026
Tacky moisture-feel PU overgrip. Anti-slip, absorbent, precut. Best for cool/dry conditions. 6-pack.
Tourna Ballport 80-Ball Tennis Hopper with Locking Handle
May 8, 2026
Best lightweight hopper. 80-ball capacity, 4 lbs, 29.5 inches tall. Locking handle, rotating pickup bars. Personal or club use.
GAMMA Sports EZ Travel Cart – Foldable Tennis Ball Hopper (150-Ball Capacity)
May 8, 2026
Foldable cart for coaches and serious players. 150-ball capacity, compresses into carry case in 15 seconds. Removable ball bag.
Penn Pro Marathon Extra Duty Tennis Balls (72 balls)
May 8, 2026
The actual US Open ball since 1979. Premium Tex Tech felt, USTA & ITF approved, 4 cans / 12 balls.