The TOPSPIN PRO Tennis Trainer is a great way to get the hang of adding topspin to your strokes. It's lightweight and modular, making it easy to pack up and take with you wherever you go. The guides help direct the swing path. As you can see from the angle, producing topspin requires a more vertical swing path than you might have assumed.
How it works:
The Topspin Pro comes disassembled, but it is quick and easy to put together. It may take a few minutes the first time, but once you get the hang of it you can do it in under a minute. After the setting the ball height, you practice hitting topspin by striking the ball with the correct path. If you successfully put topspin on the ball, the ball will spin freely. If you hit the ball too flat, the ball with fail to spin. Note that too many strong, flat hits will shorten the life of the practice arm and ball, but they are relatively inexpensive to replace.
Disassembled, the TSP is small enough to fit in a medium size racket or gym bag. It makes a very useful reference point during practice. In between rallies or rounds with a ball machine, for instance, you can go to the TSP and reestablish your topspin mechanics before returning to hitting. Likewise it can be set up as a station during drills. For example, you can alternate court positions the topspin pro set up as a stationary target.
Pros:
*Attractive, portable, easy to transport, set up, and use.
*Effective in helping develop topspin strokes. It is also a good eye trainer, giving users a stationary ball on which to hone their contact point.
*Height adjustable
*Removeable ball arm can be used to work on both serve contact points as well as backspin strokes
*Customer service is responsive if ever any issues arise
*Modular parts are easily replaced and relatively low-cost
Cons:
*Easily knocked over.
*Ball and guides wear out somewhat quickly
*The ball somewhat loses it's ability to spin after a few sessions (but still works)
Conclusion:
The Topspin Pro is an effective tennis trainer for those looking to develop their topspin ground strokes. It's thoughtfully designed, portable and looks great, and has affordable parts that are easily replaceable. Finally, it has multiple off-label applications, making it a particularly versatile product. Recommended for every coach and any serious tennis player looking to improve.
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