Pro Kennex HC2 170 Racquetball Racquet
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Code: 1504370011
Price: $139.00
Shipping Weight: 3.00 pounds
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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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