Pro Kennex HC2 170 Racquetball Racquet

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Weight in Grams:    170 grams (unstrung)   

Racquet Length:  22 inches

Head Size in Sq Inches:  108 sq in.

Manufacturers Features:

• String Suspension Technology
• HC2 (Hot core, dual cylinder)
• Core 1 System
• Modulus Graphite
• Long Frame Technology

Balance Point: Head Light

Factory Grip: Pro Kennex Rubber Grip

Factory String:  Pro Kennex Liquid 17 

Ratings and comparisons for all racquets can be found in Racquetworld's Technology/Ratings Section

Racquetworld's Durability Rating:    91.00

Racquetworld's Power Rating:     Age 24- 94.50, Age 35- 94.50, Age 45+ 92.50

Racquetworld's Control Rating #1 (Front Court):   97.00

Control 1 (Front Court) represents how the racquet handles upfront in the court.  We’re basically looking at how certain components stacked together produce good (or bad) racquet maneuverability.  To figure this out we look at the weight, balance point, and shape of the frame.  We throw all this info into Pat’s brain along with a couple hours of hit testing and out pops the rating.  This value is useful especially for doubles players who find themselves covering the upfront court a lot.  It’s also good to know if you’re a good server and find yourself quickly putting away returns off your serve without leaving front middle court.

Racquetworld's Control Rating #2 (Back Court):  96.00

Control 2 (Back Court)  represents the traditional control rating when taking a full shot from mid to back court.  Our goal with control is to redirect the Force of the ball.  We again focus on weight, balance point, shape, string pattern and tension, frame stiffness and on court experience. 

Racquetworld's Overall Rating:   Age 24- 94.95, Age 35- 94.95, Age 45+ 93.95

Bang for the Buck  

Racquetworld's General Notes:

The HC170 is new for 2009-2010 and it's a variation of the HC2 Quad racquets from 2 years ago.  It's less stiff then the HC2 Quad's so if you liked the quad but wanted a little smoother feel, this might be your stick of choice.  The 170 weight is the most popular weight in racquetball today

If you're unsure about your model or weight...try our DEMO program.

These are only available in the smaller 3 5/8 grip size.

Here's how Pro Kennex describes the HC2 Technology:

HC2 stands for "Hot Core, 2 cylinders".  HC2 incorporates PK's Core 1 technology using a balsa wood center box surrounded by dual cylinders, making it ultra-stiff (the stiffest racquet in PK's line to date) without compromising feel and eliminating shock and vibration.

"When you strike a ball with a Core1 racquet each of the independent graphite cylinders creates a separate, opposing shock wave. When the two opposing shock waves meet at the wood spine they counteract and cancel out each other, eliminating the harsh negative impact shock and vibration.  The wood spine then transmits only the remaining clean, responsive, organic 
feel in your hand.  It's lightweight power with feel. 

The Result: The player feels the ball on the strings because much of the disruptive initial shock is eliminated while the wood shapes the vibrations into information a player can use. 

Benefits: Better feel of the ball on the strings, more focused energy transfer, better control, easier on the body."

I would recommend changing the grip to a Python (Our favorite), or Head TackiMac  for the added traction to prevent slippage.  The Racquetworld Grommet Tape upgrade ($1) can save you $$ in the long run as sometimes strings break from the grommet being worn down.  For those who don't know what the grommet is, it's the plastic piece at the top of the racquet that the strings go through.  When you hit the wall and floor this gets worn down.

The Prince Premier string upgrade is recommended because factory string is less playable/durable then the Prince Premier string we suggest.  At the time of purchase, the Prince Premier restring upgrade is $21.95.  It's normally $36 if you mailed the racquet to us later so you save $14 if you choose the upgrade right away.

If you choose a vibration dampener go with the Ektelon Silencer (Our favorite), Head Megasorb, Gamma Worm or the BBB (Big Bad Band).

The wristlacer black is the default wrist tether that comes on your racquet at no charge.  If you want to change colors, a small fee of $2.95 will be added for switching.

A question we get everyday is "What is Grommet Tape?"  It's a piece of tape that goes over the head (bumper) of your racquet.  Sometimes you need a restring because of a broken bumper.  For an extra buck to add this, it could save you $25-40!!

We get follow up calls/emails everyday thanking us for the upgrades as they really help bring out the performance of the racquet. 

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