Python Intro 5000 Racquetball Racquet Series (Beginner Frame, Amazing Value, Real Racquetball Brand)

I've never gone out of my way to buy ridiculously expensive rackets, but I've also never gone this cheap (I usually spend $60-$80). 80). For an alloy racket, it's incredibly light, but that doesn't mean it's any less durable. I play racquetball hard and have been using this for about a week now, and I WILL smack the wall or the floor to get that ball and dive, but this thing hasn't even gotten a scratch, let alone a dent, no matter how hard it's been smacked against the floor or wall. My friend owns a $250 carbon fiber racket, and this one feels exactly like it. The only disadvantage is that the wrist string is quite short, making it difficult, but not impossible, to tie a proper stringing knot with the amount of string provided. I have large hands, but I was able to do it, and I can still get my hand through the loop when it is fully open. It would be more convenient if the string were longer, but this isn't a significant enough flaw to detract from the rating.

Anaya Macias

| Jul 06, 2021

My racquet collection isn't particularly large or valuable, but I've had a lot of fun smacking green and purple balls around with each and every one of them. Every single one of them, that is, with the exception of this one. br>br>First and foremost, you should be aware that I am a frugal individual. So I've never spent more than $30 on a racquet. Of course, this means I shouldn't expect much from the racquets I use, at least not in terms of nuanced performance like agility, power, feel, and so on, which I don't. Instead, I've resolved to swing harder if I want more power; I'll swing softer if I can improve my accuracy. I'm not out here trying to beat Waselenchuck, so you can keep your $200 racquet that saves you weight and breaks your frames to yourself. br>br>So, what is it about Python Intro 5000 that I don't like? In general, I don't see much of a difference between entry-level racquets- At the very least, none that are worth mentioning in light of the price ranges. The Ektelon from Walmart (which I bought 15 years ago) I'm not sure what model it was, but it seemed to perform just as well as the big 5 Head CPS Heat; The Wilson Striker does the same job. Despite differences in frame shape, string length, string pattern, and other factors, they all felt like the same racquet to me. This was not the case with the Python. It's flimsy, unresponsive over a wide area (small sweet spot), and poor at dispersing vibrations, in my experience. I understand the trade-offs that come with a lighter racquet, but the marginal gains in power, vibration control, and durability are insufficient to justify the significant power, vibration control, and durability losses. SPECIFICS IN COMPARISON: br>br> br>I found the Ektelon to be more durable than the Python in terms of string strength and frame, more responsive over a larger area (larger sweet spot), and of comparable playing weight. The Head CPS Heat is similar, with the exception of string durability. After the second match, the strings began to unravel. Despite the fact that I am fairly certain it was my fault- My decision to SMASH the absolute dingus out of the racquet's rail while digging a side runner off the wall resulted in this. I'm not going to make any excuses. br>br>Anyway, it's not that I don't recommend the Python (after all, I gave it three stars), it's just that I didn't enjoy it. If I had a choice, I would choose any of the other intro options I mentioned above over Python. br>br>To summarize, I was seduced by the star. The 4. 7 out of 5 seemed to be spot on. But, in my humble, amateur opinion, the Python does not deserve it. It's not a bad buy (after all, any racquet is better than none), but I believe there are other racquets at a similar price point that would be more beneficial to your game. They were to mine because I prefer a tight connection with the ball, which I couldn't get with the Python. I'll be the first to admit that this is almost certainly operator error, but I can also say that I've never had this problem with any other racquet. NOTE: br>br>SIDE NOTE: br>For the record, I'm currently playing an E-type game. Force Chaos has been a revelation (I got it for $8 at a local secondhand sports store, following the frugality rule). It is something I strongly suggest.

Eloise Sellers

| Oct 01, 2021

This racquet didn't seem to provide me with a lot of power. It's light and durable, but I tried a HEAD brand racquet at a similar price point and found it to be far more powerful/had a much larger sweet spot than the Python. I recommend going with the HEAD racquets, which are roughly the same price.

Nataly Riggs

| Nov 08, 2021

My 9-year-old grandson likes the product. The fact that the frame was not a little smaller was a disappointment to me. Because it's the same size as mine, the "beginner frame" label was a bit misleading. I could have bought a basic adult racquet for around $15 at Walmart. 00, which was a better option.

Nancy Burns

| Feb 16, 2021

It's very similar to the $20 one you can get at a department store, but it's slightly better made and the strings are more evenly spaced. It appears to play exactly the same as the cheaper one, but hopefully it will last longer (when I miss a shot, I may or may not whack the ground or wall). br>br>Handle is comfortable (though I always wear a glove) and wrist string is adequate.

Henley Wu

| Oct 25, 2021

We bought this for my daughter to use at the community center because the racquets there aren't very good. I don't believe I could have found a better deal for the price and durability. My teen drags this racquet around everywhere, and it's still in great shape. The handle is soft and appropriate as well. It is not overly sticky. When the racquet is not in use, we hand it over with the looped cord.

Avalynn Baird

| Jan 28, 2021

Great product for a beginner; my 12-year-old is just getting started with it, and it appears to be well-made and long-lasting.

Luna Wall

| Apr 06, 2021

This was my first racquet, and I played racquetball with it. For the short time I used it, it was adequate, but there are better options available for not much more money. I would strongly advise others to avoid purchasing this product unless they do not intend to play competitively. If you're just looking for something to do for fun, it's worth it; otherwise, I wouldn't recommend it.

Maya Hammond

| Dec 07, 2021